Federal Court Delays DHS Fixed-Term Visa Rule for F-1, J-1 and I Visa Holders
A federal court has issued a nationwide preliminary injunction delaying Department of Homeland Security’s (DHS) new rule that would have replaced duration of status for F-1, J-1 and I visa holders with fixed admission periods and extension requirements. Read more.
States Challenge Public Charge Rule Affecting Green Card Applicants
A coalition of 22 states and the District of Columbia has filed a federal lawsuit seeking to stop the Trump administration’s new public charge rule before it takes effect on Sept. 18, 2026. Read more.
State Department Expands Visa Social Media Screening to TN, TD and Media Visa Applicants
The Department of State (DOS) is further expanding its social media vetting program, adding TN, TD and I visa applicants to the list of nonimmigrant categories subject to enhanced online presence review beginning October 1, 2026. Read more.
H-1B $100,000 Fee Requirement Extended Through September 2027 Amid Ongoing Court Challenges
The Trump administration has extended restrictions on the entry of certain H-1B workers through Sept. 21, 2027, continuing a policy that generally requires a $100,000 payment for covered H-1B petitions involving beneficiaries outside the US, although the underlying policy remains subject to ongoing litigation. Read more.
New Executive Order Increases H-1B Employer Scrutiny and Compliance Reviews
A new executive order directs federal agencies to consider employer layoff activity and labor market data when reviewing H-1B filings, signaling increased scrutiny of H-1B petitions and potential enforcement activity. Read more.
