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Month: January 2026

family reunification parole process

Family Reunification Parole Termination Blocked

A federal judge declared their intent to issue a restraining order against the government’s termination of the Family Reunification Parole (FRP) program. The judge argues the government failed to properly notify the affected individuals of the program’s termination. Terminating the FRP program is part of a larger government effort to

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January 22, 2026
Employment Based Visa

February 2026 Visa Bulletin

The U.S. Department of State has released the February 2026 visa bulletin. The Visa Bulletin provides an update on the availability of immigrant visas for both consular processing and adjustment of status applications for the month of February 2026. The bulletin includes both the Final Action Dates and the Dates for Filing for employment-based

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January 21, 2026
CBP Home app

ESTA Visa Waiver Program Fee Increased

Customs and Border Protection (CBP) confirmed the Electronic System for Travel Authorization (ESTA) fee increased from twenty-one to forty dollars for visa waiver program (VWP) members. The change applies to all new or renewal applications filed on or after September 30, 2025. Individuals subjected to pre-travel screening should apply for

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January 20, 2026
immigration policy

Immigration Visas Paused for Multiple Countries

The Department of State (DOS) paused immigrant visas for individuals from seventy-five countries. The DOS explained the move limits immigration from individuals that are likely to be overly reliant on government support. It’s uncertain how long the restrictions will last. Affected Countries Immigration visas are paused until further notice for

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January 15, 2026
R-1 visa

DHS Rule Shortens Visa Wait Times Abroad for Religious Workers

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) issued an interim final rule to religious organizations and their communities allowing thousands of religious workers to resume their essential services. Traditionally, religious workers like priests and nuns had to remain outside the U.S. before returning. The new rule significantly reduces the waiting period,

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January 15, 2026
Employment Based Visa

USCIS Premium Processing Fee Increased

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is publishing a final rule that will increase U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) fees for premium processing to reflect the amount of inflation from June 2023 through June 2025. The USCIS Stabilization Act established the authority for DHS to adjust premium processing fees

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January 13, 2026
FY2027 H-1B Cap

Our Perspective: New H-1B Rules Could Advantage Strategic Filers for the FY 2027 Cap Season

Our Perspective: New H-1B Rules Could Advantage Strategic Filers for the FY 2027 Cap Season by: By: Julia Funke Introduction Throughout 2025, there were several changes to the H-1B program announced. From the 100k fee to social media vetting at the consulates and now an updated lottery process, the current

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January 12, 2026
Board of Immigration Appeals

U.S. Court of Appeals, the Sixth Circuit, Clarifies Appeals Policy

A recent decision from the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit reinforces two core rules in immigration litigation. Individuals must exhaust issues before the Board of Immigration Appeals, and federal courts cannot review the BIA’s refusal to reopen cases sua sponte when the decision is discretionary. In Herrera

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January 9, 2026
Uncategorized

CBP ACE Portal Modernizes Refund Registration

A recent upgrade to U.S. Customs and Border Protection’s (CBP) data portal policy marks a transition to an electronic refund process. Policy change ensures faster refunds for CBP registrants. The CBP Automated Commercial Environment (ACE) portal will fully transition to an electronic refund process on February 6, 2026. The move

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January 7, 2026
Green Card

Marriage-Based Green Card Warning Issued

Immigration attorneys issued a warning to couples that living apart could hinder marriage-based green card applications. The warning follows a greater trend of increased government scrutiny towards marriage-based green card processing. Additionally, the warning comes after an increase in the detainment of spouses of U.S. citizens showing up for green

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January 6, 2026
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