Today, a federal district court has vacated the Trump administration’s controversial policy imposing a $100,000 fee on new H‑1B visa petitions, delivering the possibility of significant relief to U.S. employers that rely on high‑skilled foreign talent. Background In September 2025, the Trump administration introduced a presidential proclamation imposing a dramatic increase in the cost of new H‑1B petitions with a $100,000 fee per petition. The measure was intended to […]
There was a time when international travel felt almost effortless. Book a ticket, carry your documents, and return home without a second thought. In 2026, that reality has shifted. Today’s immigration environment is more complex, with heightened scrutiny, evolving procedures, and less predictability. For many travelers, especially foreign nationals living […]
For those seeking permanent residence in the United States, obtaining a green card is a significant milestone. However, the path to lawful permanent residence can vary considerably depending on a person’s circumstances. Two of the most common pathways are family-based and employment-based green cards. While both options can ultimately lead […]
New USCIS Memorandum Signals Potential Shift in Adjustment of Status Adjudications
22 May
by Foster, on Immigration Updates
On May 21, 2026, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) issued a new policy memorandum (PM-602-0199) stating that adjustment of status (AOS) is a discretionary form of relief and should be viewed as an “extraordinary” benefit rather than a routine pathway to permanent residence. Background As a matter of law, even when an applicant meets all statutory eligibility […]