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US Suspends Microsoft from Green Card Program Over H-1B Visa Issues
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US Suspends Microsoft from Green Card Program Over H-1B Visa Issues

The United States has suspended Microsoft from its green card program for workers on H-1B visas, a decision that could significantly affect the tech giant and its employees. The announcement was made by U.S. Vice Pres…

Oct 8, 2026▶ Listen
Judge Orders Release of Louisville Woman Detained by ICE After Green Card Interview
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Judge Orders Release of Louisville Woman Detained by ICE After Green Card Interview

A federal judge has ordered the immediate release of a woman from Louisville, Kentucky, who was detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) following a green card interview. The incident highlights ongo…

Oct 6, 2026▶ Listen
Trump Administration Proposes Increase in H-1B Visa Wage Floors
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Trump Administration Proposes Increase in H-1B Visa Wage Floors

The Trump administration has unveiled a proposal to increase the prevailing wage floors for H-1B visa holders, a policy change that could significantly impact African immigrants and other foreign workers in the United…

Oct 6, 2026▶ Listen
Proposed U.S. H-1B Bill Introduces $250,000 Fines for Employers
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Proposed U.S. H-1B Bill Introduces $250,000 Fines for Employers

A new legislative proposal in the United States could impose significant financial penalties on employers who misuse the H-1B visa program, with fines reaching up to $250,000. This development, reported by Newsweek, i…

Oct 6, 2026▶ Listen
16 Green Card Holders Arrested for False Citizenship Claims and Voting in the U.S.
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16 Green Card Holders Arrested for False Citizenship Claims and Voting in the U.S.

The U.S. Department of Justice has announced the arrest of 16 green card holders for allegedly lying about their citizenship status and voting in American elections, an illegal act that violates federal law. The arres…

Oct 6, 2026▶ Listen
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U.S. Justice Department Moves to Revoke Citizenship of 40 Individuals
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U.S. Justice Department Moves to Revoke Citizenship of 40 Individuals

In a significant development, the United States Department of Justice has initiated proceedings to revoke the citizenship of 40 foreign-born Americans, alleging that these individuals committed immigration fraud. Acco…

Oct 5, 2026▶ Listen
Federal Court Halts $100K H-1B Visa Fee Imposition
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Federal Court Halts $100K H-1B Visa Fee Imposition

A federal court in the United States has temporarily blocked the proposed imposition of a $100,000 fee on H-1B visa applications. The decision, made on October 5, 2026, is a significant development for many foreign pr…

Oct 5, 2026▶ Listen
U.S. Judge Considers Reopening 2027 Green Card Lottery
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U.S. Judge Considers Reopening 2027 Green Card Lottery

A United States federal judge is currently deliberating on the potential reopening of the 2027 Diversity Visa Lottery, a program that grants permanent residency to people from countries with historically low rates of…

Oct 5, 2026▶ Listen
DHS Proposes 75% Increase in US Citizenship Application Fees
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DHS Proposes 75% Increase in US Citizenship Application Fees

In a significant policy shift, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has proposed a 75% increase in fees for those applying for U.S. citizenship. This proposed adjustment, if enacted, would substantially raise the…

Oct 4, 2026▶ Listen
USCIS Announces Inflation Adjustments to Immigration Fees for FY 2027
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USCIS Announces Inflation Adjustments to Immigration Fees for FY 2027

Washington, D.C. — The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has announced adjustments to immigration fees for the fiscal year 2027, citing inflation as the driving factor. The changes, set to tak…

Oct 3, 2026▶ Listen
International Students Face Tighter US Internship Rules as CPT Oversight Increases
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International Students Face Tighter US Internship Rules as CPT Oversight Increases

Several US universities are restricting new Curricular Practical Training (CPT) approvals for international students after federal authorities tightened their interpretation of the rules governing student internships…

Oct 2, 2026▶ Listen
Second Judge Blocks Trump's $100,000 Fee for New H-1B Worker Visas
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Second Judge Blocks Trump's $100,000 Fee for New H-1B Worker Visas

In a significant development for U.S. immigration policy, a second federal judge has blocked the Trump administration's proposed $100,000 fee for new H-1B worker visas. This decision, made by a district court in the U…

Oct 2, 2026▶ Listen
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Sweeping US Immigration Changes Impact 250,000 Visa Holders
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Sweeping US Immigration Changes Impact 250,000 Visa Holders

The United States has enacted significant changes to its immigration policy, leading to the revocation of approximately 250,000 visas. These changes, effective as of October 1, 2026, mark one of the most substantial o…

Oct 1, 2026▶ Listen
Legal Relief for Foreign Professionals as US Court Halts $100,000 H-1B Visa Charge
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Legal Relief for Foreign Professionals as US Court Halts $100,000 H-1B Visa Charge

A US federal court has blocked the Trump administration from enforcing a $100,000 fee on new H-1B visa applications, providing temporary relief to foreign professionals, including Kenyans seeking employment in the Uni…

Oct 1, 2026▶ Listen
USCIS Implements Significant Fee Increases for EB-5 Visa Program
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USCIS Implements Significant Fee Increases for EB-5 Visa Program

The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has announced a substantial increase in fees for the EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program, a change that is set to affect investors worldwide, including those…

Sep 30, 2026
October 2026 Visa Bulletin Shows Significant Shifts; Implications for African Immigrants
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October 2026 Visa Bulletin Shows Significant Shifts; Implications for African Immigrants

The United States Department of State's October 2026 Visa Bulletin has introduced notable changes that are set to impact visa applicants worldwide, including those from Africa. The bulletin, which dictates the availab…

Sep 29, 2026
Stateless People Can Now Register as British Citizens Under New UK Rules
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Stateless People Can Now Register as British Citizens Under New UK Rules

The British government has introduced a formal route for stateless people to register as British citizens, with eligibility and application fees depending on their circumstances. Under the guidance published online, t…

Sep 29, 2026
Global Immigration Changes in September 2026: New Rules for Students, Workers and Visitors
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Global Immigration Changes in September 2026: New Rules for Students, Workers and Visitors

Several major destinations are changing immigration rules in September 2026, affecting international students, skilled workers, visitors and long-term migrants in Australia, the United States, Europe, Japan and the UK…

Sep 29, 2026
Executive Order Alters H-1B Visa Adjudication Process Amid Economic Concerns
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Executive Order Alters H-1B Visa Adjudication Process Amid Economic Concerns

Washington, D.C. — In a significant policy shift affecting thousands of foreign professionals, the U.S. government has introduced an executive order directing federal agencies to incorporate economic factors, such as…

Sep 29, 2026
USCIS Expands Public Charge Review for Green Card Applicants, Impacting African Immigrants
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USCIS Expands Public Charge Review for Green Card Applicants, Impacting African Immigrants

Washington, D.C. - The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has announced an expansion of the public charge review process for applicants seeking permanent residency in the United States. This po…

Sep 28, 2026