Emigration and immigration
The introduction of a $100,000 fee for certain H-1B visa petitions has left universities and foreign workers scrambling to understand the changes and their implications. The policy, announced through a presidential proclamation signed on September 19, 2025, requires new H-1B petitions filed on or after September 21 to include
Emigration and immigration
President Trump's September 19 proclamation mandating a $100,000 fee per petition for US employers seeking to hire an immigrant worker under an H-1B visa has raised alarms in the healthcare industry. The fee creates significant financial hurdles for hospitals, universities, and technology firms that rely on skilled
Emigration and immigration
Canada's immigration system is in crisis, with a sharp and unprecedented rise in visa and permit refusals across temporary entry categories. Immigrants and applicants are facing unfair rejections, leading to a surge in judicial reviews and reconsideration. The situation has been described as a "seismic shift"
Emigration and immigration
In a move to secure the economic contributions of international graduates, the UK government will impose a stricter 18-month post-study work period, effective January 1, 2027. This decision accompanies a comprehensive package of immigration reforms aimed at promoting better social cohesion and integration among migrants. The new measures also include
Emigration and immigration
The Trump administration announced a $100,000 fee requirement for new H-1B visa petitions, using a presidential proclamation as the formal mechanism for the fee announcement, on September 19, 2025. The H-1B program, a key visa category for skilled foreign professionals, was targeted as part of an effort to protect
Emigration and immigration
The Indian government's decision to deport foreign nationals for visa violations has raised eyebrows, particularly in instances where the individuals involved are renowned scholars and intellectuals. The deportation of Francessa Orsini, a professor of Hindi and South Asian literature at SOAS, upon arrival at Delhi airport has sparked
Emigration and immigration
In a move that has left Indian engineers and tech companies unconcerned, the US administration's $100,000 H-1B visa fee has turned out to be a mere publicity stunt. The fee applies only to new H-1B petitions filed for people outside the US or a few status changes,
Emigration and immigration
The City University of New York (CUNY) has launched the CUNY Immigration Assistance Project (CIAP), a rapid response legal resource, to help those affected by recent federal administration immigration policy changes. Monique Francis, interim executive director of Citizenship Now, stated that the university is expanding the scope of services offered
Emigration and immigration
In a show of diplomatic reciprocity, Mali has implemented new visa bond requirements for American travelers, mirroring the US government's recent move on Malian citizens. The move is a calculated political statement from Mali, which has increasingly asserted its independence from Western influence since cutting ties with France.
Emigration and immigration
The Trump administration has issued a Proclamation that drastically changes the H-1B visa program, effective immediately. The Proclamation requires new H-1B visa petitions submitted to USCIS on or after September 21, 2025, to be accompanied by a $100,000 payment for H-1B beneficiaries outside of the United States to become
Emigration and immigration
Memphis, Tennessee, has been chosen by President Donald Trump to deploy the National Guard and various federal agencies to combat crime, including enforcement of federal immigration law. This move has raised concerns among the city's Latino community, who fear being targeted at homes, schools, and workplaces due to
Emigration and immigration
The Trump administration's latest immigration policy change, requiring a $100,000 fee on H-1B visas, has raised concerns over its potential impact on the tech industry, which relies heavily on foreign skilled workers, particularly from India and China. Despite these concerns, Google's Senior Vice President James
