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09/16/2026

Although a U.S. court recently lifted restrictions on the Diversity Visa program, selected applicants now face a critical race against time with the upcoming federally mandated deadline set for September 30, 2026.
Any remaining visa numbers will permanently expire after this date.
The tight window makes the rush urgent, especially for prospective selectees across Africa, who account for 53,000 of those impacted.

09/16/2026

A federal judge has blocked a DHS rule scheduled for September 15 that would have capped student and exchange visas at four years and foreign journalist visas at just 240 days. (F-1,J-1, I)
The rule attempted to remove the traditional "duration of status" system, forcing visa holders to apply for extensions without offering regulatory language that would guarantee a path of approval.

09/14/2026

Effective September 18, USCIS is expanding public charge evaluations for green card applicants to include more public benefits, such as Medicaid, food stamps, college financial aid, housing assistance, and certain benefits used by family members.

This rule does not apply to U.S. citizens, green card holders, asylees, refugees, or applicants under U, T, and VAWA protections.

09/13/2026

U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has opened a new international field office in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.

Beginning operations on September 9, 2026, the location manages USCIS immigration matters directly in the country, including document verification and case processing.

09/13/2026

Following a U.S. District Court ruling (Medani v. Trump), USCIS has been ordered to resume processing pending adjustment of status applications under the Diversity Immigrant Visa Program FY2026.

The court temporarily vacated a policy memorandum that had placed certain applications on hold and has instructed USCIS to resume normal processing for affected selectees and their families.

As a reminder, Diversity Visa eligibility generally requires birth in a country with low U.S. immigration rates (fewer than 50,000 immigrants over the past five years), though applicants from excluded countries may still qualify using a spouse’s or parent’s country of birth under specific rules.

USCIS is moving forward in compliance with the order while judicial review continues, but all applicants must still meet standard eligibility criteria before the September 30, 2026 fiscal year deadline.

On Aug. 28, 2026, the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California issued an order in Medani, et al., v. Trump, et al., 26-cv-6332 (NDCA), temporarily vacating PM-602-0193 pending further litigation. USCIS is ordered, “to the extent practicable and in good faith, to take all reasona...

06/02/2026

Italy's Golden Visa program (Formerly:Investor Visa) offers a two-year Italian residence permit by making a qualifying investment. Investments options start as low as €250,000.

Program advantages include:
• Zero Minimum physical presence to renew
• Visa-free travel across 29 European countries
• Family members qualify to obtain a family visa and residence permit for the same duration as the main applicant.
•No additional investment requirement for accompanying family members.
• Investment is made only after approval
• Flat Tax increased for new residents to €300,000

Application can be submitted any time of the year with a processing times estimated between 25 to 35 days with no backlogs.

Note: Direct real estate purchases are not eligible.
Program remains suspended for citizens and dual-citizens of Russia and Belarus.

From securing your initial clearance certificate to structuring your commercial investments and filing consulate paperwork, our advisors manage the entire pipeline to ensure a seamless transition.

To explore pre-approval eligibility, please submit a direct message.

01/14/2026

The State Department announced it will suspend the processing of immigrant visas for citizens of 75 countries, including Afghanistan, Iran, Russia, and Somalia beginning January 21, 2026. The suspension will focus on immigrant visas for those seeking permanent residency.

This policy change is based on a determination that nationals from these countries are likely to require public assistance after arriving in the United States.

However, non-immigrant visas for tourists, students, and business travelers are currently excluded will continue to be processed as usual.

12/24/2025

As of December 22, 2025, USCIS will tighten its regulations, enhance vetting procedures, and impose stricter evidence standards for survivors of crime and abuse, cracking down on VAWA, T, and U visa fraud. This move is in response to a dramatic increase in filings between 2020 and 2024, including a 360% increase in VAWA petitions and a 1,044% rise in T visa applications.

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We are issuing guidance in the USCIS Policy Manual to update and clarify how we apply certain statutory provisions for Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) self-petitioners, applicants and recipients of T nonimmigrant status, and petitioners and recipients of U nonimmigrant status, to ensure that offic...

12/19/2025

For TPS holders facing deportation who have lived in the U.S. for over 10 years, a legal pathway known as Cancellation of Removal may allow an immigration judge to grant a Green Card based on family ties with qualifying relatives (parent, spouse or child.)

Because this process is highly discretionary and involves a high legal standard for hardship, seeking representation from a qualified immigration attorney is highly recommended.

Disclaimer: This post is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice.

11/27/2025

USCIS has temporarily stopped approving Green Card applications for around 235,000 refugees. The agency is re-examining the cases of refugees who arrived in the US between January 2021 and February 2025, which may result in some individuals losing their refugee status. Those affected would need to go through immigration court to appeal the decision.