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US Tightens Scrutiny on Marriage-Based Green Card Applications

The United States has intensified its scrutiny of marriage-based green card applications, heightening the requirements for evidence and authenticity in response to concerns over fraudulent marriages. This development…

Aug 21, 2026

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New Rules for Green Card Applicants: I-485 Form Changes Effective September 18

Significant changes to the I-485 form, essential for individuals applying for a Green Card in the United States, will be implemented starting September 18, 2026. The updated guidelines introduce several modifications…

Aug 20, 2026

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Germany Seeks Foreign Workers for More Than 1,300 Transport and Logistics Jobs

Germany is advertising more than 1,300 jobs in transport and logistics as it seeks to address a growing shortage of professional drivers and other skilled workers. The vacancies are listed on the official Make it in G…

Aug 20, 2026

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US Implements Stricter Public Charge Test for Green Card Applicants

The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has announced an update to the public charge assessment for green card applicants, set to take effect on September 18, 2026. This new policy reflects a ti…

Aug 20, 2026

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How Over 5,000 Ethiopians Lost Legal Protection to Live and Work in the US

A federal judge in Boston has cleared the way for the Trump administration to end Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for more than 5,000 Ethiopians living in the United States. US District Judge Brian Murphy’s decision…

Aug 19, 2026

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US Universities Challenge New Visa Rules for International Students

A coalition of universities and labour organisations has filed a legal challenge against a US Department of Homeland Security (DHS) rule that would change visa conditions for international students and exchange visito…

Aug 19, 2026

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US Immigration: New Ruling Puts Advance Parole Travellers at Risk of Re-Entry Bans

The US Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA) has ruled that travelling abroad on Advance Parole can count as a formal departure from the country, potentially exposing some immigrants to three- and ten-year re-entry bars…

Aug 18, 2026

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USCIS to Enforce New I-539 and I-765 Editions from 15 September

US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) will require applicants to use new editions of Forms I-539 and I-765 from 15 September 2026, with earlier versions rejected and no transition period. Form I-539 is used…

Aug 17, 2026

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Kenyans Travelling to Europe in 2026 Face Strict Schengen Visa Requirements

Kenyan citizens applying to travel to Europe in 2026 must meet strict Schengen visa requirements, including detailed financial and travel documentation. The Schengen visa allows stays of up to 90 days within a 180-day…

Aug 17, 2026

Immigration

Trump Administration Wins Court Approval to Deport 1,100 Somalis

A federal judge in Boston has allowed the Trump administration to end Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for nearly 1,100 Somalis, clearing the way for the Department of Homeland Security to revoke their immigration pro…

Aug 15, 2026

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New US Travel Rule Puts Some Kenyans at Risk of 3 to 10 Year Bans

A new US immigration ruling could expose some Kenyans and other immigrants who have accumulated unlawful presence to three-year or 10-year bars if they leave the country using Advance Parole. The change follows a deci…

Aug 15, 2026

Immigration

USCIS to Reject Older I-539 and I-765 Forms from 15 September

US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) will reject older editions of Forms I-539 and I-765 from 15 September 2026, leaving applicants with no grace period to switch to the updated versions. The agency will in…

Aug 14, 2026

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New US Student Visa Rules: What International Students Need to Know Before September 15

From 15 September 2026, international students entering the United States on F visas will be admitted for a fixed period of up to four years, replacing the current duration-of-status system. Under the new rules, a stu…

Aug 14, 2026

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UK Publishes New List of Institutions Approved to Sponsor Kenyan Students

The UK has updated its official register of institutions authorised to sponsor international students, with the latest list published on 12 August 2026. The register identifies universities, schools and colleges that…

Aug 13, 2026

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Kenyan Travellers Can Now Apply Online for UAE 14-Day Visit Permit Through Emirates

Kenyan passport holders travelling to the United Arab Emirates on Emirates can now apply online for a pre-approved 14-day Visit Entry Permit through VFS Global. The new system is available to travellers planning stays…

Aug 13, 2026

Immigration

US Warns Visa Applicants Over Fake Documents

The United States has warned visa applicants that submitting fraudulent documents could result in permanent exclusion from the country as consular officers increase scrutiny of applications. Officials at the Departmen…

Aug 13, 2026

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Kenyans Married to Americans Face Increased US Immigration Scrutiny

US authorities have arrested 11 people in connection with an alleged scheme that arranged more than 1,000 sham marriages between US citizens and foreign nationals over about a decade. According to the Department of Ju…

Aug 13, 2026

Immigration

Trump Moves to Overhaul H-1B Visa Programme With New Rules

The Trump administration is preparing to advance a major overhaul of the H-1B visa programme, with a new rule scheduled for action in August 2026. The proposal, titled “Reforming the H-1B Nonimmigrant Visa Classifica…

Aug 12, 2026

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Canada Visa: 4 Applicants Who May Be Exempt From New Medical Exam

Canada has outlined four circumstances in which some visa applicants may be exempt from a new Immigration Medical Examination (IME), potentially reducing the cost and administrative burden for eligible applicants. The…

Aug 11, 2026

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Kenya Offers 5,000 Online Scholarships Through New Diaspora Partnership

Kenya’s State Department for Diaspora Affairs has partnered with the European Business University of Luxembourg (EBU) to offer 5,000 online scholarships to learners seeking to improve their academic and professional s…

Aug 11, 2026