With stricter rules on “Good Moral Character,” applying for naturalization is now beginning to read more like a marriage proposal to America than a legal document
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The Department of Homeland Security has rolled out new rules directing immigration officers to consider conduct deemed “anti-American” when deciding whether migrants can move forward in securing legal status
The case has sparked a debate over California’s policy of issuing commercial driver’s licenses to undocumented immigrants
Life in the U.S. feels “temporary” for H-1B visa holders like Google engineer Surbhi Madan, as uncertainty, immigration rules, and layoffs weigh heavily on their future.
The U.S. Embassy in India warns that overstaying visas or illegal entry can lead to cancellation, deportation, and future visa ineligibility amid stricter immigration enforcement.
The U.S. State Department has revoked over 6,000 international student visas under Trump’s zero-tolerance policy, citing crimes, DUIs, and broadly defined “terrorism” support.
Immigrant health policy expert Dr. Drishti Pillai warns that the new HHS guidance could affect thousands of lawfully present immigrants, including work visa holders, creating confusion, fear, and broader community impacts.
The U.S. halts visitor visas for Gaza residents, blocking even life-saving medical travel for children, amid political pressure and a review of humanitarian visa procedures.
USCIS has updated its naturalization policy, requiring a holistic review of applicants’ conduct, societal contributions, and positive qualities beyond just the absence of criminal offenses.
Indian permanent residents can file green card petitions for spouses and minor children under the F2A category through September 2025, despite delayed final approvals.
U.S. Judge Lewis Kaplan orders ICE to immediately improve overcrowded, unsanitary migrant holding conditions at Manhattan’s 26 Federal Plaza, mandating hygiene, space, and legal access reforms.
The White House advances a proposal that could replace the H-1B visa lottery with a wage-based selection process, reviving a Trump-era idea to prioritize higher-paying jobs.
While India is not yet included in the new visa bond program, the country’s IT giants and tech consultancies — which send thousands of executives, engineers, and project managers to the U.S. each year — may have reason to pay attention
Hundreds of international students on OPT in the U.S. face visa jeopardy as authorities crack down on fake payroll schemes by fraudulent employers.
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) issued a sharp warning to foreign nationals who came to the country on work visas but may have broken immigration rules on Friday
The U.S. embassy in New Delhi will stop third-party passport collection from August 1, 2025, requiring applicants to collect documents in person or opt for paid delivery.
Undocumented immigrants applying for marriage-based green cards now face immediate deportation risk under a new USCIS policy tightening scrutiny and eliminating chances to fix application errors.
Despite a 60-day grace period, laid-off H-1B workers are receiving deportation notices, raising concerns among immigration advocates amid ongoing tech sector job cuts.
This Reddit user’s U.S. B1/B2 visa approval in just nine days shows how clarity, preparation, and a strong emergency request can fast-track the process.
The U.S. plans a visa bond pilot from August 20, 2025, requiring select travelers to pay up to $15,000 due to high overstay risks.
The Dignity Act of 2025 proposes faster Green Card access, backlog relief, and legal pathways for undocumented immigrants amid worsening USCIS processing delays.
Agreement allows Badar Khan Suri to resume his employment as a postdoctoral fellow at Georgetown’s School of Foreign Service
The U.S.’s tightening immigration stance is severely impacting international student visas, enrollment, and revenue, prompting many to shift their focus to the U.K.
A South Korean student lawfully in the U.S. is detained by ICE after a visa hearing, sparking protests amid Trump’s mass deportation crackdown.
The U.S. launches a pilot program requiring up to $15,000 visa bonds for travelers from countries with high overstay rates or deficient vetting systems.