Day: December 16, 2025

Form I-485

USCIS Photo ID Policy Updated

U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) is issuing new photo id guidance limiting the age photos of foreign nationals can still be use for immigration documents. Once implemented, applicants cannot use photos older than three years on immigration forms. The policy change is effective immediately. Additionally, any photos not taken

Family Parole Program Terminated for Multiple Countries

he Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is terminating the Family Reunification Parole program (FRP). The government explained the move is part of a larger effort to end abuse and fraud in immigration programs. The FRP program will expire on January 14, 2026. Termination of the program impacts beneficiaries from the

H-1B Lawsuit Filed by Multiple States

Twenty states filed a lawsuit against the new one hundred-thousand-dollar H-1B application fee. The plaintiffs argue the fee goes against Congress’ intentions for the work visa program. This lawsuit is the latest of several judicial challenges towards the enforcement of new H-1B fee. On December 12, 2025 the Attorney General