DOS Will Now Require Immigrant Visa Applicants to Interview in Place of Residence or Country of Nationality

September 5, 2025

The United States Department of State (“DOS”) is now requiring immigrant visa applicants to apply for immigrant visas in the consular district designated for their place of residence or in their country of nationality. Effective immediately, if an immigrant visa applicant would like to transfer his or her pending immigrant

What Is The EB-5 Reform And Integrity Act of 2022?

August 26, 2025

The EB-5 Reform and Integrity Act of 2022 (“RIA”) made significant changes to the U.S. EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program. This program enables international investors and their immediate family members to apply for U.S. Permanent Residency and obtain “green cards” by making a significant investment in a U.S. company and creating

New Visa Waiver Program ESTA Fees Authorized by the Reconciliation Bill

August 13, 2025

On July 4, 2025, U.S. President Trump signed into law a Reconciliation Bill passed by both houses of Congress. Among many U.S. immigration-related provisions, the Bill includes new fees for various immigration-related applications. In most cases, these fees are in addition to existing fees. The fees listed are minimum fees that

What is the World Cup Visa and FIFA Pass and Do These Allow Fans to Go to the U.S. to Attend Matches?

July 14, 2026

What Is the “World Cup Visa”? Many fans planning to attend the FIFA World Cup wonder whether a special “World Cup visa” is required. The answer is no. The United States, Canada, and Mexico do not issue a separate visa for World Cup attendees. Every fan hoping to attend a

USCIS Proposes EB-5 Regulations to the EB-5 Reform and Integrity Act of 2022

July 9, 2026

The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (“USCIS”) has published aNotice of Proposed Rulemaking that would formally implement regulations to the EB-5 Reform and Integrity Act of 2022 (“RIA”) governing the EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program and the EB-5 Regional Center Program. The proposed regulations represent the most significant regulatory update

Supreme Court Finds Trump’s Executive Order Restricting Birthright Citizenship Unconstitutional

July 3, 2026

The United States Supreme Court has formally struck down President Donald Trump’s Executive Order (“EO”) 14160 restricting birthright citizenship. By a 6-3 vote, the Court held that the long-settled understanding of the 14th Amendment, which was adopted after the American Civil War, holds that anyone born on American soil is

How Do World Cup National Team Players Qualify for Visas to Attend Games in the United States?

June 26, 2026

The whole world is watching the 2026 FIFA World Cup. This year the matches are being played in three countries: Canada, Mexico and the United States of America. As the United States hosts many of the World Cup matches, many people wonder what type of visa allows players, coaches, and

Guide to the 2025 U.S. Immigrant Visa Interview

An Essential Guide to the 2026 U.S. Immigrant Visa Interview

June 20, 2026

The U.S. immigrant visa interview is the final and often most important step in the immigration process, whether you’re applying through a K-1 fiancé visa, CR-1 spousal visa, or any other family-based or employment-based category. After receiving petition approval from USCIS and becoming documentarily qualified by the National Visa Center

K-1 Fiancé(e)’ Visa vs. CR-1 Spousal Visa: Which is the Right Path For Your Vietnamese Fiance(é) Or Spouse?

June 19, 2026

For many American and Vietnamese couples looking to immigrate to the United States, a major question is whether they should apply for a K-1 fiancé(é) visa or a CR-1 spousal visa. While both lead to lawful permanent residence status (“Green Card”), they work very differently. A K-1 fiancé(e) visa allows

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What is the World Cup Visa and FIFA Pass and Do These Allow Fans to Go to the U.S. to Attend Matches?

USCIS Proposes EB-5 Regulations to the EB-5 Reform and Integrity Act of 2022

Supreme Court Finds Trump’s Executive Order Restricting Birthright Citizenship Unconstitutional

How Do World Cup National Team Players Qualify for Visas to Attend Games in the United States?

An Essential Guide to the 2026 U.S. Immigrant Visa Interview

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CATEGORY

What is the World Cup Visa and FIFA Pass and Do These Allow Fans to Go to the U.S. to Attend Matches?

USCIS Proposes EB-5 Regulations to the EB-5 Reform and Integrity Act of 2022

Supreme Court Finds Trump’s Executive Order Restricting Birthright Citizenship Unconstitutional

How Do World Cup National Team Players Qualify for Visas to Attend Games in the United States?

An Essential Guide to the 2026 U.S. Immigrant Visa Interview

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