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Immigration

Who Can Skip US Citizenship English Test?

Older immigrants seeking US citizenship may be exempt from the English language test if they meet specific age and residency requirements. Applicants with certain serious medical conditions may also qualify for exemp…

Aug 11, 2026

Immigration

Trump Signs Executive Order to Limit Childhood Vaccines Amid Controversy

In a move that has sparked widespread debate and criticism from medical professionals, U.S. President Donald Trump signed an executive order on August 11, 2026, limiting childhood vaccinations and mandating the separa…

Aug 11, 2026

Immigration

Kenyans in America: Who Can Become US Citizens Without English Test?

Older immigrants in the United States who meet certain age and residency requirements can now apply for naturalisation without taking the English language test, under exemptions confirmed by US Citizenship and Immigra…

Aug 10, 2026

Immigration

USCIS Tightens Filing Rules, Warns Applicants Over Incomplete Immigration Applications

US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has tightened its filing procedures, giving officers greater authority to reject incomplete applications without first issuing a Request for Evidence (RFE) or Notice of…

Aug 10, 2026

Immigration

US Moves to Raise H-1B Minimum Salaries by About 30% for Foreign Workers

The US government has proposed raising the minimum salaries required for foreign workers under the H-1B visa programme by about 30 per cent across four skill levels. The proposed changes would significantly increase t…

Aug 9, 2026

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Immigration

US May End 60-Day Grace Period for H-1B Workers After Job Loss

The US Department of Homeland Security is considering a proposal to end the 60-day grace period that allows H-1B visa holders and other non-immigrant workers to remain in the country after losing their jobs. The propo…

Aug 8, 2026

Immigration

Trump's Executive Orders Targeting Birthright Citizenship Stir Controversy

U.S. President Donald Trump has issued new executive orders aimed at restricting birthright citizenship, a move that has sparked significant controversy both domestically and internationally. The orders, signed on Aug…

Aug 7, 2026

Immigration

Missing Documents? Your US Visa Application Could Be Rejected

The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has introduced new filing rules that allow immigration officers to reject incomplete applications without first issuing a Request for Evidence (RFE) or a…

Aug 7, 2026

Immigration

New US Rule Requires Some Family-Based Green Card Applicants to Post Public Charge Bond

Foreign nationals applying for permanent residency in the United States may now be required to pay a Public Charge Bond if immigration authorities determine they are likely to become a public charge. The measure give…

Aug 7, 2026

Immigration

Trump Signs New Executive Orders on Birthright Citizenship Following Supreme Court Ruling

President Donald Trump has signed a series of new executive orders aimed at altering the rules surrounding birthright citizenship in the United States. This move comes on the heels of a recent Supreme Court ruling tha…

Aug 6, 2026

Immigration

US to Toughen Citizenship Test as Trump Pushes New Naturalisation Standards

The Trump administration is preparing changes to the US citizenship test that would introduce new educational standards for naturalisation and give officials greater control over how the exam is conducted. The proposa…

Aug 6, 2026

Immigration

Trump Administration Moves to Raise H-1B Minimum Salaries by 30%

The United States Department of Labour has proposed raising the minimum wages that employers must pay when hiring foreign workers under the H-1B visa programme by about 30 per cent across all four wage levels. The dr…

Aug 5, 2026

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Immigration

Major OPT Changes: Here's What to Know Before September 15

The Trump administration is considering major changes to the Optional Practical Training (OPT) programme, including a proposed $100,000 participation fee and stricter limits on how long international students can rema…

Aug 5, 2026

Immigration

US Green Card Holders Warned Against Five Common Mistakes

A social media post has warned United States Green Card holders that common mistakes, including extended time outside the country and failing to meet legal requirements, could put their permanent residency at risk. Th…

Aug 4, 2026

Immigration

Trump Misses Rehearing Deadline as US Supreme Court Finalises Birthright Citizenship Ruling

The United States Supreme Court has issued its certified judgement in the case over President Donald Trump's attempt to end birthright citizenship, making its June ruling final and closing the case. The judgement, ce…

Aug 4, 2026

Immigration

Green Card Alert: These Types of Marriages Are Automatically Rejected

The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has clarified that some marriages recognised as legal in other countries do not qualify for US immigration benefits, including visas and permanent residen…

Aug 3, 2026

Immigration

US Introduces KSh 97,000 Fast-Track Visa Interviews – Who Can Apply?

The US Department of State has launched a pilot programme allowing some applicants for B1/B2 visitor visas to pay an additional fee for a faster interview appointment. The voluntary scheme will run until 31 December…

Aug 3, 2026

Immigration

Kenyan Passport Climbs Global Rankings, Unlocks Access to 77 Destinations

Kenyan passport holders can now travel to 77 destinations without applying for a traditional visa in advance, according to the latest Passport Index rankings. The country is ranked 64th globally with a Mobility Score…

Aug 1, 2026

Immigration

Ceuta Crisis: Spain Faces Migrant Surge from Morocco

The autonomous Spanish enclave of Ceuta has experienced an unprecedented surge of migrants from Morocco, creating a complex humanitarian and political crisis for Spain's government. Over the course of a few days, near…

Jul 31, 2026

Immigration

Big Win for Kenya as US Retains Nairobi as Regional Visa Processing Centre

Kenya will remain one of Africa’s main centres for United States visa processing under a new regional system that takes effect on Saturday, 1 August. The US Embassy in Nairobi will continue handling both immigrant an…

Jul 31, 2026