This Week in U.S. Immigration: What Actually Changed (October 26–30, 2026)
Two companies lost PERM status this week over recruiting shortcuts, a full PERM rewrite cleared OIRA, and what the H-1B registration drop really means, and a reminder to go comment on the proposals that matter to you.
The Government Just Settled Two PERM Cases… Does this mean anything for you?
DOJ and DOL just settled two PERM recruitment cases. Here's what it means for you.
Your Company's H-1B Registrations Dropped more than 90% this year... Does That Mean They're Done Sponsoring You?
Cognizant, Infosys, and Tata cut H-1B registrations sharply. Here's who that actually affects, from OPT and H-4 holders to current H-1B workers.
This Week in U.S. Immigration: What Actually Changed (October 19–23, 2026)
The November Visa Bulletin is out, three comment deadlines are closing in, and PERM modernization still hasn't moved. This week's immigration recap.
300,000 Visas Revoked...
The State Department says it has revoked 300,000+ visas. Here is the difference between your visa and your status, and what it means for H-1B, H-4 and F-1.
USCIS Wants to Change How Long Premium Processing Takes.
USCIS submitted a proposed rule to change premium processing timeframes for H-1B and OPT filings. Here's what we know.
Three Big Proposals: The Comment Deadlines Everyone Should Have on Their Calendars
Three proposals on OPT fees, the 60-day H-1B grace period, and extension deference close for comment Nov. 9–13. Here's what each does and how to comment.
Connect by InHouse Core Is Live (and It Started With My Friend Saying "I Want This Just for me”.
Connect, the only immigration journey tracker built just for you. Here’s a little history on how it evolved.
This Week in U.S. Immigration: What Actually Changed (October 12–16, 2026)
H-1B extension deference proposal, PERM updates, a new USCIS fee (not for OPT), and this week's biggest immigration myths: busted
DHS Dropped Two Rules Today. One Is a Proposal, One is Old News.
DHS proposed ending deference on H-1B extensions and finalized the end of automatic EAD extensions. One is a proposal. One isn't new. Here's what moved.
Microsoft and Other Big Employers Just Got Suspended From Filing PERM Applications…
Labor Department suspends PERM for Microsoft, Infosys, Wipro and more. What it does, what it doesn’t, and what’s still unknown for H-1B holders.
The OPT Fee Proposal Is Here.
After weeks of waiting, the F-1 OPT Fee proposal was released, and it is staggering. Let’s see what it means.
This Week in U.S. Immigration: What Actually Changed (September 28 – October 3, 2026)
A second court blocks the $100K H-1B fee, the October Visa Bulletin moves for India, and EB-5 fees are about to jump.
USCIS Just Narrowed a Filing-Deadline Rule. If Your Child is Approaching 21, You Need to Know About It.
USCIS changed how weekend/holiday filing deadlines work for age-based cases like CSPA age-out, effective 10/23/26. Here's exactly what shifted.
No, the DOL Inspector General's "Handcuffs Ready" Comment Doesn't Mean H-1B is Being Shut Down
A viral "handcuffs ready" quote from DOL's Inspector General is fueling H-1B panic. Here's what was actually said — and what wasn't.
The State Department Just Opened a Public Portal for Reporting Visa Fraud…
The State Dept launched a public visa fraud tip portal on 9/23/26. Here's what it actually is, who it targets, and what H-1B holders should know.
TN Status & Social Media Reviews…
The State Department just added TN, TD, and media visas to its social media screening list. Here's what changed, and why H-1B/F-1 holders were already covered.
