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22 Jan 2026

Whistleblower Reveals ICE Memo Authorizing Home Entries Without Judicial Warrants

A May 2025 internal Immigration and Customs Enforcement memo revealed that the agency has authorized its officers, in certain situations, to forcibly enter private residences using administrative warrants, without obtaining warrants signed by judges. The policy represents a significant departure from longstanding federal law enforcement...

10:27 / For Families / For Individuals / Homeland Security / Immigrant Family / NewsBrief / Nonimmigrant Family / Student / Visitor / Worker
21 Jan 2026

I am currently on OPT and my employer will be filing for me in the H1B lottery. They have agreed to raise my salary to increase my odds of being selected. When would they have to start paying the increased salary, if I am selected?

Answer The employer would not have to start paying the H1B salary until you are actually in H1B status. If you are selected in the lottery, 01.Oct.2026 will be the earliest requested start date. (21.Jan.2026)Sheela Murthy and other senior attorneys provide guidance that clarifies the law....

13:58 / FAQs / For Employers / For Individuals / H1B / Worker
21 Jan 2026

I had a religious marriage in India but did not register it. Instead, my spouse and I plan to register our marriage in the U.S. once we arrive. Is this permitted?

Answer Religious marriages in India are often considered legally valid under U.S. law. Therefore, you should register the marriage in India. Failure to do so may leave you without key evidence of the marriage for future immigration benefits. (21.Jan.2026)Sheela Murthy and other senior attorneys provide guidance...

13:55 / Family Based / FAQs / For Families / For Individuals / Immigrant Family / Resident / Travel
19 Jan 2026

Murthy Success: A Simple Solution in a Complex Immigration Journey

The Murthy Law Firm recently succeeded in helping a client obtain a green card through a marriage-based process, despite a complicated immigration history that initially appeared to present insurmountable obstacles. This client graciously granted permission for the Murthy Law Firm to share his story to...

09:45 / Family Based / For Families / For Individuals / Immigrant Family / NewsBrief / Resident / Success Story
15 Jan 2026

USCIS Interim Final Rule on R-1s Filed for Public Inspection

A USCIS interim final rule on R-1 religious workers has been filed for public inspection in the Federal Register. DHS/USCIS issue this rule to remove the 1-yr abroad requirement for R-1 religious workers at their max stay. This would allow their return to the U.S. sooner...

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14 Jan 2026

DOS Pausing Visa Processing for Citizens of 75 Countries

In a significant development for international travel, a U.S. Department of State (DOS) memorandum has revealed a plan to indefinitely freeze visa processing for citizens of 75 countries, effective 21.Jan.2026. This move represents a major expansion of the current administration’s immigration and border policies.According to...

13:16 / Consulates / Employment Based / For Employers / For Families / For Individuals / Immigrant Family / NewsBrief / Nonimmigrant Family / Resident / Student / Travel / Worker
14 Jan 2026

Reported Visa Processing Freeze

DOS has reportedly ordered visa processing to freeze in 75 countries as of 21.Jan.2026 while the consulates revise vetting processes. India does not appear to be on the list. Detailed article to come....

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14 Jan 2026

The H1B Lottery is no Longer Optional Planning

It’s time to plan for the H1B lottery for all foreign national employees, no matter their country of birth. With long processing times and a backlogged Visa Bulletin, many F-1 students risk running out of time to pursue a green card while staying in status....

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