IMMIGRATION NEWS

Amidst a backdrop of intensifying immigration enforcement, legal experts are advising US green card holders and visa applicants to carefully evaluate potential risks before travelling abroad. This caution follows reports of heightened scrutiny at US borders, where even long-term residents are…

The suicide of a 52-year-old Chinese national at an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) detention centre in Yuma, Arizona, has ignited fresh concerns over the welfare of detainees within the US immigration system. The woman, who had been apprehended near the US-Mexico border for…

The US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has implemented significant revisions to the marriage-based green card application process, introducing new challenges for applicants seeking permanent residency. The changes, already in effect, include updated form requirements, increased…

The Trump administration has eliminated the Office of the Citizenship and Immigration Services (CIS) Ombudsman, an independent entity designed to assist immigrants in navigating bureaucratic hurdles within the US Immigration system.The closure, effective immediately, raises worries about diminished…

International travellers seeking entry to the United States are facing increased scrutiny of their online activities as US immigration agencies incorporate digital footprint analysis into visa application assessments and border inspections. Agencies like the Department of State (DoS), Customs…

President Donald Trump has introduced a redesigned EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program, offering a "Trump Card" visa to foreign nationals who invest $5 million in the US economy. The announcement was made aboard Air Force One on Thursday, where Trump showcased a gold-plated card featuring his…

The Trump administration has introduced stricter regulations for marriage-based green card applications. These changes, encompassing revised application forms with expanded financial disclosure requirements and the reinstatement of mandatory interviews, signal a more rigorous approach to…

The Trump administration has introduced stricter regulations for marriage-based green card applications. These changes, encompassing revised application forms with expanded financial disclosure requirements and the reinstatement of mandatory interviews, signal a more rigorous approach to…

Starting April 2, 2025, the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) will enforce a new policy that defines biological sex strictly as either male or female in immigration and travel processes. This change, announced by the agency, aligns with a recent executive order aimed…

Visa holders and lawful permanent residents (green card holders) are facing heightened scrutiny when entering the United States, prompting advisories from universities, legal professionals, and foreign governments. These changes are occurring amidst the Trump administration’s broader efforts…