The change benefits over 1.04 million international students — 20% more than the previous year. With about 70% of these students applying for work permits post-graduation, the PGWP remains a critical pathway for retaining global talent.
Even though the rule didn’t technically apply to current Green Card holders, it created widespread confusion and concern, especially for those who had ever used public benefits like food assistance or housing aid.
Understanding the Visa Bulletin is critical for those waiting to adjust their immigration status. The changes in Final Action Dates and Filing Dates impact when applicants can proceed with their Green Card applications.
Srinivasan, pursuing a doctorate in Urban Planning, had her F-1 visa revoked on March 5. DHS accused her of "involvement in activities supporting Hamas" and "advocating for violence and terrorism," adding that it had video evidence of her using the app to report her departure.
A Schengen visa is a short-term travel permit that allows non-EU/EEA citizens to enter and move freely within the Schengen Zone for up to 90 days within a 180-day period. It is commonly used for tourism, business, and family visits.
Trump’s executive order, signed on January 20 during his return to office, directs federal agencies to deny U.S. citizenship to children born on American soil unless at least one parent is a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident.
The recently published 2025 Immigration Index by Remitly has placed Iceland as the number one country for individuals looking to enhance their quality of life, safety, and career prospects.
Hyderabad, home to major multinational companies like Microsoft, Google, and Amazon, has long been a key source of H-1B applicants. However, this year, consultancy firms report an unprecedented drop in interest
The recent arrest of Mahmoud Khalil, a Palestinian activist involved in campus protests at Columbia University, has brought renewed attention to the question: When can a green card holder be deported?
The Trump administration is now targeting permanent residents (green card holders), threatening to revoke their legal residency and deport them for engaging in such activism
The agency introduced new editions of forms dated January 20, 2025, but when they were made available in late February and early March, no transition period was provided
The two-year employment visa is essential for expatriates working under a UAE-based employer’s sponsorship, granting them legal residency and access to essential services like banking and healthcare.
New Zealand has announced an increase in the quota for Parent Category Resident Visas for existing queue applicants, maintaining overall limits for 2025-26
The latest update introduces nine new professions across financial services, innovation and technology, legal and dispute resolution, and aviation and shipping.
For Indian investors stuck in long employment-based green card backlogs, EB-5 had been an attractive alternative. Now, many are re-evaluating their options, fearing the program’s potential replacement.
. Many now fear they will have to self-deport to India or seek alternatives in countries with more flexible immigration policies, such as Canada or the UK
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