IMMIGRATION NEWS

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The United States Embassy in Nairobi has issued a strong warning to Kenyan nationals regarding strict adherence to US visa rules. This comes as officials increase efforts to inform applicants about the importance of following immigration regulations, especially after the introduction of tougher…
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China is set to introduce a new visa aimed at attracting young professionals in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) from around the world.  The K visa, which will take effect on October 1, marks a shift in China’s immigration policy and reflects the country’s strong…
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Holders of the United States green card, officially known as lawful permanent residents, are facing increased scrutiny as the country implements new immigration policies.  For the approximately 13 million green card holders, the status allows them to live and work in the US and often serves as…
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The US Embassy in Nairobi has issued a warning to Kenyan students studying in the United States about the increased risk of having their visas revoked if they fail to meet academic requirements.  This comes as the US government enforces tougher immigration policies, making it more challenging…
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The United States is preparing to make a significant change to its H-1B visa program by replacing the current lottery system with a merit-based selection process that prioritizes highly skilled workers and higher salaries.  This change, aimed at attracting top global talent, has recently…
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Across the United States, foreign workers are facing mounting uncertainty as volatile economic conditions and evolving immigration policies cast a shadow over their professional lives and legal status.  Thousands of visa holders, vital to sectors spanning technology and healthcare, are…
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A cloud of uncertainty hangs over the EB-5 Immigrant Investor Programme, as a federal court has declined to rule on a challenge concerning the required duration of investment for foreign nationals seeking permanent residency in the United States.  The court’s decision, delivered in Washington…
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Congresswomen María Elvira Salazar and Veronica Escobar are championing the bill, which seeks to recalibrate the F-1 student visa regulations and streamline pathways for STEM graduates to remain in the United States. Currently, the F-1 visa demands that international students demonstrate an…
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The path to higher education in the United States is becoming increasingly difficult for international students, as evidenced by a recent surge in F-1 study visa denials.  Despite the continued allure of US academic institutions, these rising denial rates are raising serious questions about…
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The United States government plans to implement new regulations for the Diversity Visa (DV) Programme, mandating applicants to submit a scanned copy of their passport during the lottery entry process.  The proposed rule, slated for publication in the Federal Register on 8 August, is…