February 2024 » ImmigrationUSA

CIS Ombudsman

Requesting Case Support from the CIS Ombudsman

The Office of the Citizenship and Immigration Services Ombudsman (CIS Ombudsman) released a four-step process outlining the stes to request support from the office.

February 28, 2024

immigration

Immigration Surges to the Top of US Concerns

According to a recent Gallup poll, immigration is the top concern amongst Americans, split along party lines with 57% of Republicans and 10% of Democrats identifying it as the top issue.

February 28, 2024

Premium Processing

Revised Premium Processing Fees Now in Effect

The updated premium processing fee schedule reflecting adjustments for inflation are now in effect. All submission postmarked Feb 26, 2024, or after must have the updated filing fee.

February 26, 2024

U.S. immigration policy

Executive Action Under Consideration to Tackle the U.S. Southern Border Situation

According to reports, the Biden Administration is considering using executive action to address the issues at the U.S. southern border.

February 22, 2024

STEM OPT

Our Perspective: STEM OPT RFEs, NOIDs, and Denials

RFEs and NOIDs are being issued more commonly for some STEM OPT visas. Our team sees success in our responses. See how we can help you, too.

February 21, 2024

Southern Border

Federal Judge Questions Texas State Immigration Legislation

The Texas state law making it a state offense to enter the state without a legal basis is under review. The district Judge criticized the law.

February 19, 2024

Green Card

Decrease in Approval Rates for Green Cards

Green card approvals in the United States were at a historical low in Fiscal Year 2024, per the Cato Institute. The low number of approvals is attributed to the annual per-country immigration cap which limits how many people from each country are permitted green cards each year.

February 19, 2024