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01 Jul 2026

A Simple Explanation of Lawful Status, Authorized Stay, and Unlawful Presence

A person living in the United States on a visa may hear terms such as “out of status,” “authorized stay,” and “unlawful presence.” Although these phrases can sound similar, they have distinct legal meanings. Understanding the difference can be important, because it may affect whether...

16:04 / Employment Based / Family Based / For Families / For Individuals / Immigrant Family / NewsBrief / Nonimmigrant Family / Resident / Student / Worker
30 Jun 2026

When is the EB5 investment amount expected to increase? How much will it increase, and which EB5 categories are affected?

Answer The law requires the EB5 investment amount to be adjusted for inflation starting January 1, 2027 and again every five years thereafter. The exact amounts have not yet been announced, but both the standard investment amount and the reduced amount for investments in targeted employment...

14:21 / EB5 Investor / Employment Based / FAQs / For Families / For Individuals / Immigrant Family / Investor / Resident
30 Jun 2026

SCOTUS Upholds Birthright Citizenship

The Supreme Court ruled today against Trump's executive order seeking to end birthright citizenship, relying on a long-settled understanding of the 14th Amendment and federal law to affirm that anyone born in the U.S., with very limited exceptions, is a citizen. It's the second major...

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25 Jun 2026

SCOTUS Hands Trump Two Immigration Wins

On 25.Jun.2026, SCOTUS ruled 6-3 in two immigration cases. In Mullin v. Doe, it held that TPS termination decisions are not subject to judicial review, clearing the way to end protections for ~350K Haitians and ~6K Syrians. In Mullin v. Al Otro Lado, it held...

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23 Jun 2026

Supreme Court: Border Officers Need No Heightened Proof to Treat Returning Green Card Holders with Criminal Issues as Seeking Admission

In a decision with real consequences for lawful permanent residents (LPRs) who travel internationally, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled on 23.Jun.2026, that a border officer does not need clear and convincing evidence that a green card holder committed a crime before treating that person as...

14:06 / Employment Based / Family Based / For Families / For Individuals / Homeland Security / Immigrant Family / NewsBrief / Resident / Travel / USCIS News
23 Jun 2026

I noticed that the July 2026 Visa Bulletin shows a “U” for India in the EB2 and EB5 Unreserved categories. What does that mean?

Answer A "U" on the Visa Bulletin means the category is unavailable because all available immigrant visa numbers for that fiscal year have been used. As a result, USCIS cannot approve adjustment of status applications or issue immigrant visas in that category while it remains unavailable....

13:04 / Consulates / Employment Based / FAQs / Resident / USCIS News / Visa Bulletin
23 Jun 2026

DHS Proposes Citizenship Fee Increase

A proposed rule issued by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) would increase filing fees for naturalization. The rule proposes $1,330 for paper applications and $1,280 for online filings and eliminates the reduced fee for low-income households. More info....

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16 Jun 2026

July 2026 Visa Bulletin

The U.S. Department of State (DOS) has released the July 2026 Visa Bulletin. There is forward movement in select employment-based categories, while certain employment-based categories retrogress. All cutoff dates listed below refer to the final action chart (i.e., Chart A), unless otherwise specified. Visa Bulletin Summary Employment-Based,...

17:07 / Consulates / EB5 Investor / Employment Based / Family Based / For Employers / For Families / For Individuals / Homeland Security / Immigrant Family / Investor / NewsBrief / Resident / USCIS News / Visa Bulletin
16 Jun 2026

I am applying for naturalization but have heard that USCIS is not scheduling oath ceremonies for many applicants, even when the interview goes well. Am I allowed to travel internationally while my naturalization application is pending?

Answer Yes. In general, applicants may travel internationally while their naturalization applications are pending. However, it is important to avoid any scheduling conflicts with USCIS appointments. Applicants also should ensure that any travel does not affect their ability to satisfy the continuous residence and physical presence...

09:30 / Citizen / FAQs / For Individuals / Travel / USCIS News