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Trump’s H-1B fee bombshell: Why employers do not have to pay $103,265 yet

The US has proposed a $103,265 fee for new cap-subject H-1B petitions, but employers do not have to pay it yet. This explainer breaks down the six steps before implementation—from public comments and DHS review to a final rule, USCIS filing instructions and the fee’s effective date.

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US universities pausing CPT program after new ICE memo: Indian students in a fix

Curricular Practical Training (CPT) is a temporary work authorization that allows F-1 international students in the US to gain off-campus work experience, such as internships or co-op programs, while completing their degree. Unlike Optional Practical Training (OPT), which is approved directly by USCIS after graduation, CPT is authorized entirely by…

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US immigration officers reassigned to screen South African refugees and find ‘unlawful’ voters

Exclusive: internal correspondence reveals USCIS anti-fraud officers shifted on to two ‘high-priority’ initiatives

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USCIS Green Card, Work Permit Forms Change in September; The Filing Trap Immigrants Can't Afford to Miss

USCIS rejects outdated I-485, I-539 and I-765 filings starting Sept. 15 and 18 — no grace period. A new lawsuit could delay half the rollout.

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Harvard urges international students to return to US before September 15 as F-1, J-1 visa rules change

Ahead of new US visa regulations set to come into effect on September 15, Harvard University has urged its international students and scholars to return to the country before the deadline.

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Trump Moves To Deny Visas if Migrants' Relatives Are Labelled a 'Public Charge' Under Harsh New Rules

The Trump administration's new policy denies visas if immigrants' relatives are 'public charges', expanding scrutiny to family members' use of social services. Exemptions apply to vulnerable groups.

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Harvard warns international students to plan US return before new four-year visa limit begins

Harvard is advising international students and scholars to be in the US by September 15, when new visa rules take effect. Those entering or re-entering later could face four-year limits, shorter grace periods and new requirements for extensions, transfers and course changes.

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Green card applicants to face more scrutiny linked to healthcare and social services in major change

The new framework replaces 2022 rules put in place during the Biden administration

The Independent UK

USCIS Proposes 80% U.S. Citizenship Fee Hike, Eliminating Low-Income Waivers

DHS wants to raise the N-400 citizenship fee up to 80% and end fee waivers entirely. Comments close Aug. 24 — here's what it means for Latino families.

Latin Times

US green card rules change from September 18: What applicants need to know

The US will change its public charge assessment for certain green card applicants from September 18. USCIS officers will consider factors including health, finances, education and skills, while a wider range of means-tested government benefits may also be considered.

The Economic Times

Prove you won't take government benefits: US issues details of new Green Card rules coming into effect on September 18

The US Citizenship and Immigration Services issued new guidelines on Tuesday on how officials would determine if a Green Card applicant would become a burden on the government. "On July 16, 2026, DHS announced a final rule that rescinds the 2022 Biden-era public charge inadmissibility regulations. The final rule was…

The Times of India

Lawsuit filed challenging Trump admin’s final rule ending ‘duration of status’ for international students

A coalition of higher education organizations is taking legal action against the Trump administration, contesting a recently enacted regulation that alters the status duration for international students. The lawsuit contends that the government overlooked critical cost-benefit analysis and asserts that the new four-year limit does not accommodate the actual academic…

The Times of India

US Visa Bulletin explained: What it is, why it matters and how to read it

The US Visa Bulletin is a key monthly update for Green Card applicants waiting for their priority dates to become current. Here’s what the bulletin means, who needs to track it, and how to read its filing and final action dates.

The Economic Times

The Board Just Reversed a Rule DACA Families Relied On for 14 Years — It Can Now Trigger a Reentry Ban

A new BIA ruling lets advance parole travel trigger 3- or 10-year reentry bars for some DACA, TPS and green card holders, effective immediately.

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Meet ex-Tesla engineer Saiman Shetty who became American citizen through EB-1 Green Card: 'That one decision gave me freedom'

When Saiman Shetty announced on social media that he lost his Green Card, several commentators celebrated without understanding the clickbait. In a video, ahead of the Indian Independence Day, he announced that the USCIS took away his Green Card. He said that a number of trolls reported him to the…

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US immigration delays worsen and denial rates climb as USCIS backlog surges to 11.3 million

US immigration applicants face longer waits and higher rejection rates as the USCIS backlog reached 11.3 million cases. Average backlog clearance time nearly doubled to 18.6 months, while the overall denial rate rose to 12.2%, with sharper increases in some employment-based categories.

Latin Times

Medicaid and SNAP Use to Impact Green Card Decisions Under New DHS Rule Starting Mid September

DHS's new rule lets officers weigh Medicaid, SNAP and housing aid in green card cases starting Sept. 18, 2026. Who's affected — and who's exempt.

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Medicaid and SNAP Use to Impact Green Card Decisions Under New DHS Rule Starting Mid September

DHS's new rule lets officers weigh Medicaid, SNAP and housing aid in green card cases starting Sept. 18, 2026. Who's affected — and who's exempt.

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US to change key immigration forms from September 15, no grace period for older versions: What Indian applicants need to know

New United States Citizenship and Immigration Services forms will be introduced soon. Form I-539 and Form I-765 will have updated versions available. Applicants must use these new editions starting September fifteenth, two thousand twenty-six. Older versions of these immigration forms will no longer be accepted. This change affects Indian nationals…

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ICE Is Using Airline Passenger Data to Make Airport Arrests, but an Expired I-94 May Not Tell the Whole Story

Immigration and Customs Enforcement is not simply walking through airports and choosing passengers at random. A formal data-sharing system allows the agency to know who plans to fly, and potentially where and when to find them.

The Independent UK

11 charged as US busts nationwide ‘sham’ marriage ring behind 1,000 weddings

The Department of Justice has charged nearly a dozen people with participating in a multimillion-dollar scheme

The Times of India

Trump admin steps up scrutiny of CPT for international students, warns colleges over misuse

The Trump administration has stepped up scrutiny of Curricular Practical Training (CPT) for international students, warning American colleges and universities that improper authorization of the programme could expose both institutions and individual officials to administrative or legal consequences.

The Economic Times

US moves immigration filings online: What it means for green card, citizenship and asylum applicants

The US is transitioning towards mandatory online filing for immigration applications. This new rule allows USCIS to require electronic submissions for eligible forms. Applicants will need a USCIS online account to submit applications electronically. This shift aims to reduce costs and improve processing efficiency for all. USCIS will announce each…

The Economic Times

US set to make online filing of immigration applications mandatory

The US will make online applications mandatory for a range of immigration benefits, including green cards, citizenship and asylum, under a new USCIS rule aimed at cutting costs and improving efficiency.

Latin Times

Somalia Is Down to Its Last Legal Lifeline — And Even That One Nearly Got Pulled This Week

Somalia's TPS survives a new court fight days after Burma and South Sudan lost theirs. Here's where every TPS-designated country actually stands now.

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