On January 1, 2026, Presidential Proclamation 10998 went into effect, suspending visa issuance for nationals of 39 countries and Palestinian Authority document holders. This sweeping immigration policy has created confusion and concern for thousands of visa applicants, international students, and families pursuing green cards and work visas.
Here’s what you need to know about this travel ban, and, more importantly,…

If you’re planning to hire foreign talent or transition from F-1 OPT status to H-1B work authorization, mark your calendar now. USCIS has announced that the FY 2027 H-1B cap registration period opens March 4, 2026, at noon Eastern Time and closes March 19, 2026, at noon ET. That’s a tight 15-day window, and there are significant new rules you…

Alert: If you’re an international researcher, professor, or skilled professional considering employment at a public university or state agency in Texas or Florida, you need to read this carefully. Two of the largest states in the country have moved to restrict H-1B visa sponsorships, and the implications are significant.
Texas Governor Greg Abbott has ordered an immediate freeze on new…

If you’re an F-1 student eyeing the F-1 to H-1B transition, or an H-1B professor conducting cutting-edge research at a U.S. university, 2026 has brought significant changes to how the government evaluates your visa application. The H-1B vetting process has evolved dramatically, and understanding these shifts isn’t just helpful, it’s essential for protecting your career and immigration status.
Let’s break…

Imagine this: You’ve lived in the United States for over a decade. You’ve filed every form, paid every fee, passed your civics test, and cleared your background check. You’ve done everything right. Then, on the day you’re supposed to raise your hand and finally become a U.S. citizen, you’re told to go home. No ceremony. No explanation. Just a cancellation…

Your immigration journey is stressful enough without someone stealing your money and destroying your case in the process. Unfortunately, immigration scams are thriving, and the people behind them are getting more sophisticated by the day.
Every year, thousands of immigrants fall victim to fraudsters posing as attorneys, so-called “notarios,” and self-proclaimed immigration “experts” who promise the world but deliver nothing…

If you’re a U.S. citizen married to someone who isn’t, there’s a critical estate planning tool you need to know about: and ignoring it could cost your family hundreds of thousands of dollars.
It’s called a Qualified Domestic Trust (QDOT), and for couples where one spouse is a non-citizen, it’s not just a “nice to have.” It’s essential.
Whether you’re…