AILA Flyer: New USCIS Policy on Green Card Applications Filed Within the United States (Adjustment of Status)
USCIS issued a memo on May 22nd, 2026, concerning large changes in the standard AOS process. The American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA) released this flyer issuing guidance on understanding the memo and how to strategize for future AOS petitions: Click here to view the file in pdf format.
Diversity Visa (DV) Issuance Pause: What Applicants Should Know Now
Photo by adrian825 from Getty Images In December 2025, the U.S. Department of State implemented a pause on issuing diversity immigrant visas (DV) while it conducts a review of the program’s screening and vetting procedures. As of now, this policy remains an important development for DV applicants to be aware of. Why the Pause Was Implemented The […]
FY 2027 H-1B Cap Season: What Employers Should Know Now
Photo by jaydeep_ from Pixabay The FY 2027 H-1B cap registration period opened on March 4, 2026, and closed on March 19, 2026. USCIS conducted its initial round of selections and many employers are now in the next phase of preparing and filing H-1B cap petitions for selected beneficiaries. While the registration window has passed, […]
What Happens If You Fly Without a REAL ID
Photo by Margo Evardson from Pexels On February 1, 2026, the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) implemented a new identity verification process for passengers who arrive at airport security without a REAL ID or other acceptable form of identification. Travelers who do not present proper ID and still wish to fly may be referred to TSA […]
Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Eliminates One-Year Foreign Residency Requirement for R-1 Religious Workers
Photo from Shuttershock The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has issued an interim final rule removing the long-standing one-year foreign residency requirement for certain R-1 religious workers who reach the maximum five-year stay in the United States. The change is effective immediately and is expected to provide meaningful relief for religious organizations and workers […]
DOS Updates B-1 Visa Eligibility for FIFA World Cup 2026 Volunteers
Photo courtesy of almir1968 from Getty Images The U.S. Department of State (DOS) has updated its guidance to allow certain FIFA World Cup 2026 volunteers to qualify for B-1 visitor visas. This update is part of broader preparations for the upcoming tournament, including increased consular staffing and expanded appointment availability. What Changed As of December […]
U.S. Pauses Immigrant Visa Processing for 75 Countries
Photo courtesy of Sasirin Pamai’s Images The U.S. Department of State has announced a suspension of immigrant visa processing for nationals of 75 countries, marking a significant development in current immigration policy. The pause took effect on January 21, 2026, and will remain in place while the government reassesses its immigration screening procedures. What Was […]
USPS Updates Postmark Rules: What It Means for Immigration Filings
Photo by annastills In December 2025, the U.S. Postal Service (USPS) issued a final rule changing how postmarks are applied and understood. While mail filing procedures themselves have not changed, the update changes the understanding of what a postmark is and what they actually represent—an important distinction for anyone submitting time-sensitive immigration filings. What Changed […]