IMMIGRATION NEWS
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The US Justice Department is reviewing hundreds of cases in an expanded effort to revoke citizenship from foreign-born Americans, with at least 300 individuals currently under investigation.
Denaturalisation has traditionally been used in limited circumstances, mainly where individuals concealed…
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US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has introduced an online filing option for Form I-485 for certain employment-based applicants seeking to adjust their immigration status within the United States.
Form I-485 is used by foreign nationals already in the US to apply for lawful permanent…
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The United Kingdom plans to introduce an “Earned Settlement” system that would extend the standard qualifying period for permanent residence and link eligibility more closely to economic contribution and integration.
The proposed reforms would replace the current five-year pathway to Indefinite…
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Foreign workers in the United States are facing increased risk of losing their legal status as layoffs coincide with strict visa rules tied to employment.
A rising number of job cuts has exposed the fragile position of workers on employment-based visas, particularly the H-1B. For these individuals…
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A Kenyan woman linked to a widely circulated incident in the United States has returned to Nairobi, according to sources familiar with the situation.
Ann Kioko came to public attention after a video showed her in a confrontation at a residence in New Jersey, where she had reportedly been staying…
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The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is seeking congressional approval to add 200 special agents within the US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS).
They intend to investigate immigration fraud, a proposal outlined by USCIS Director Joseph Edlow during a House Appropriations…
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The United States green card system is facing longer delays and stricter procedures, increasing uncertainty for applicants, particularly those from India.
The system has come under growing strain as backlogs expand and policies shift. By the end of fiscal year 2025, more than 11 million…
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Kenya will pilot a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) programme to redevelop six embassies in Africa, allowing private investors to build and operate facilities that include leased commercial spaces.
The National Treasury outlined the plan in a directive dated 10 April, naming Cairo, Lusaka, Harare,…
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Applications for US citizenship have fallen sharply in 2025 and early 2026, with approvals dropping to their lowest level on record, according to United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) data.
USCIS figures show significant volatility over the past year. At the peak in 2025, 88,…
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The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has announced a significant increase in enforcement against immigration fraud, with Director Joseph Edlow warning of stricter action against violators.
Edlow said the agency is expanding its investigative efforts by adding new special…
