by Frank Alvarado | Sep 2, 2026 | Global
Our August global immigration recap includes the latest on Canada’s newly launched OINP platform, Australia’s revised priority processing order for visa and nomination applications, Sweden’s recent immigration reforms, Thailand’s 30-day visa waiver conditions, and...
by Frank Alvarado | Aug 27, 2026 | Immigration Updates
For audio listeners, you can listen to our audio version of the News Digest here. You can also join our Immigration News Digest Newsletter here. DHS Advances New H-1B Reform Proposal DHS Proposes $103,265 Fee for H-1B Cap Petitions State Department Temporarily Pauses...
by Frank Alvarado | Aug 24, 2026 | Immigration Updates
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has proposed a sweeping new rule that would impose an additional $103,265 fee on every H-1B petition subject to the annual statutory cap. If finalized, the proposal would represent one of the most dramatic increases in the...
by Frank Alvarado | Aug 24, 2026 | Immigration Updates
The September 2026 Visa Bulletin brings substantial forward movement in several family-sponsored categories, including advances of more than two years for some applicants. Most employment-based categories remain unchanged as the fiscal year approaches its September 30...
by Frank Alvarado | Aug 20, 2026 | Immigration Updates
For audio listeners, you can listen to our audio version of the News Digest here. You can also join our Immigration News Digest Newsletter here. State Department Expands Premium B-1/B-2 Visa Appointment Pilot TPS Update: Protections End for Ethiopia and Somalia BIA...
