Starting April 1, 2024, USCIS won’t charge an extra fee for biometrics (like fingerprints and photos) for most immigration applications. They’re adding the biometrics cost into the main application fee to make things easier.
The U.S. Department of State released its latest Visa Bulletin. That’s a big deal if you’re waiting for your priority date to be current so that your green card application can move forward.
The Biden administration will extend ACA health coverage to over 100,000 DACA recipients starting November 1, 2024. The new rule aims to address high uninsured rates among DACA recipients, allowing them to enroll in Marketplace plans and potentially receive premium… View Article
Recent statements by Senator Marsha Blackburn about revoking visas and deporting international students involved in campus protests have brought up important questions about the rights of immigrants, green card holders, and students on visas when it comes to protesting in…… View Article
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is taking innovative steps to modernize the U.S. immigration system with the help of artificial intelligence (AI). Unveiled in March, the agency initiative is focusing on the ethical and responsible use of AI while…… View Article
The H-1B visa lottery system for skilled foreign workers in the U.S. has undergone a major overhaul. This article explores the impact of a crackdown on fraud and a tech industry slowdown, resulting in a smaller applicant pool and potentially… View Article
The Federal Trade Commission’s (FTC) recent ban on non-compete clauses marks a significant shift in the talent landscape, particularly for HR professionals supporting immigrant workers. While this decision opens up new possibilities, it also challenges companies to prioritize retention in…… View Article
Biden Plans Sweeping Executive Order to Stop Border Crossings President Biden hinted at issuing an executive order that would dramatically reduce the number of asylum-seekers who are able to cross the U.S.-Mexico border. Biden would act under Section 212(f) of…… View Article
This week’s round-up of the biggest, need-to-know immigration news, brought to you by Boundless Immigration.
The immigrant visa backlog was at 326,415 cases last month.