IMMIGRATION NEWS

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US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has reiterated the significance of "good moral character" as a prerequisite for naturalisation. This reinforces the agency's commitment to upholding ethical standards within the immigration system. In a recent statement, the agency emphasised that…
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The Trump administration is reportedly reassessing its decision to revoke Harvard University's certification to enrol international students. The move that comes amidst mounting legal pressure and widespread condemnation from higher education institutions. The Department of Homeland Security (DHS)…
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Rahaf Mohammed's audacious escape from Saudi Arabia in January 2019 spotlighted the severe restrictions imposed on women in the kingdom and sparked international debate over women's rights in authoritarian states.  Mohammed's story began in Ha'il, Saudi Arabia, where she was raised in a…
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For professionals seeking the EB1A green card, a common misconception persists: a high citation count guarantees success.  While citations undeniably bolster an application, immigration experts emphasise that they are far from the sole determinant of approval. US immigration authorities…
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The detention of Fabian Schmidt, a US green card holder, upon his return to Boston Logan International Airport after an overseas trip has reignited concerns over the scope and severity of immigration enforcement policies in the United States. Schmidt, a German native and long-term resident of…
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US immigration policies are facing heightened scrutiny following a series of enforcement actions by the Trump administration. These actions, which include halting student visa interviews, conducting unexpected immigration detentions, and implementing stringent deportation measures, have ignited…
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The US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) is implementing stricter procedural standards for applicants seeking to renew or replace their permanent resident cards (Green Cards), effective May 29, 2025.  The agency announced that Form I-90 applications with mismatched pages will face…
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A controversial Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) strategy of arresting migrants attending scheduled court hearings has ignited legal challenges and ethical debates across the nation.  The escalating enforcement tactic, documented in federal courthouses from Texas to California, is…
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Witchdoctor's Final Legal Manoeuvre Fails as Court Upholds Asset Forfeiture MOMBASA—In a definitive legal blow, the Court of Appeal has rejected Stephen Vicker Mangira's application to escalate his asset forfeiture case to the Supreme Court, effectively ending his years-long battle to reclaim…
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The New Hampshire House recently deliberated on a bill that could significantly restrict driving privileges for asylum seekers in the state, alongside proposed housing legislation aimed at addressing the state's housing crisis.  Senate Bill 13, which passed the House with a 192-164 vote, seeks…