Us visa latest news

Here are the latest news and updates on US visas:

Recent Changes and Updates:

  1. Travel Ban Update: The US Supreme Court has upheld the Trump administration's travel ban, which restricts travel to the US from several countries with high levels of terrorism or instability.
  2. Visa Interview Waiver Program: The US Department of State has expanded its Visa Interview Waiver Program, allowing certain applicants to skip the in-person interview process for non-immigrant visas.
  3. Premium Processing Fee Increase: The US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has increased the premium processing fee for H-1B, H-2B, L-1, and O-1 petitions from $1,410 to $1,440.
  4. New Visa Categories: The US Department of State has introduced new visa categories, including the "U" visa for victims of human trafficking and the "T" visa for victims of severe forms of trafficking.
  5. Electronic System for Travel Authorization (ESTA): The US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has introduced a new ESTA system, which allows travelers to apply for authorization to travel to the US under the Visa Waiver Program.

Recent Policy Changes:

  1. Public Charge Rule: The US Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has introduced a new public charge rule, which aims to deny green cards to immigrants who are likely to become a public charge in the future.
  2. Asylum Ban: The Trump administration has introduced a new asylum ban, which restricts asylum claims for individuals who have not already sought protection in another country.
  3. Migrant Protection Protocols (MPP): The US Department of Homeland Security has introduced the MPP, which requires asylum seekers to wait in Mexico while their claims are processed in the US.

Recent Court Decisions:

  1. Travel Ban Ruling: A federal appeals court has upheld the travel ban, ruling that it is lawful and constitutional.
  2. DACA Ruling: A federal court has ruled that the Trump administration's decision to end the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program was unlawful.
  3. Asylum Ruling: A federal court has ruled that the Trump administration's asylum ban is unlawful and violates the Immigration and Nationality Act.

Recent USCIS Updates:

  1. Form I-485 Filing Fee Increase: USCIS has increased the filing fee for Form I-485, Application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust Status, from $1,140 to $1,160.
  2. Form I-765 Filing Fee Increase: USCIS has increased the filing fee for Form I-765, Application for Employment Authorization, from $410 to $450.
  3. USCIS Processing Times: USCIS has updated its processing times for various forms, including the I-130, I-140, and I-485.

Recent CBP Updates:

  1. Global Entry Program: CBP has expanded its Global Entry program, which allows low-risk travelers to use expedited lanes at US airports.
  2. Trusted Traveler Program: CBP has introduced a new Trusted Traveler Program, which allows eligible travelers to use expedited lanes at US airports.
  3. CBP Processing Times: CBP has updated its processing times for various forms, including the I-94 and I-94A.

Please note that these updates are subject to change, and it's always best to check with the US Department of State, USCIS, or CBP for the most up-to-date information on US visas.