IMMIGRATION NEWS

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Uncertainty looms over America's estimated 13 million undocumented immigrants following Donald Trump's 2024 presidential victory. This is exemplified by the story of Gabriela, a Bolivian national who has built a life in the United States over two decades. Originally entering the country concealed…
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The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services has introduced a major modification to its naturalization policy, streamlining the requirements for lawful permanent residents seeking citizenship. Under the revised guidance, applicants now need only demonstrate lawful admission for their…
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The anticipated return of Donald Trump to the presidency signals a key transformation in US immigration policy, with plans for immediate executive actions upon taking office. The incoming administration aims to significantly reshape current policies by reversing several Biden-era initiatives,…
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The United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB) has issued a call for comprehensive immigration reform urging the government to adopt policies that treat immigrants with fairness and humanity. This appeal comes in the wake of President-elect Donald Trump's victory, which has heightened…
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The State Department for Immigration and Citizen Services has temporarily lifted the booking requirement for passport collection to address the substantial backlog of uncollected documents across Kenya. This decision, announced Friday, aims to streamline the collection process and improve service…
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US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has issued new policy guidance to clarify the requirements for naturalization applicants who are lawful permanent residents (LPRs). This update, effective immediately, is detailed in Volume 12, Part D, Chapter 2 of the USCIS Policy Manual. The updated…
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Sweden has implemented changes to its EU Blue Card processing system, marking a strategic shift to attract highly skilled international professionals. The country has dramatically reduced processing times from 90 to 30 days, positioning itself as a more appealing destination for qualified foreign…
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Canada's immigration system is currently confronting a significant backlog, which is leading to delays in processing applications for citizenship, permanent residency, and temporary residency. As of September 30, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) reported a backlog of over 2.45…
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A ruling by US District Court Judge J. Campbell Barker in Texas has invalidated Biden administration immigration initiative designed to streamline citizenship pathways for immigrants married to American citizens. The decision follows litigation brought by a coalition of 16 Republican-led states,…
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With the return of former President Donald Trump, families of foreign workers on H-4 visas face renewed uncertainty about the possible termination of their work authorization. The H-4 visa, issued to spouses of H-1B workers, has allowed many qualified professionals to pursue careers and contribute…