U.S. Ends Third-Country Visa Processing – What Every Traveler Must Know

The U.S. Department of State’s updated policy on nonimmigrant visa (NIV) interview appointments, effective September 6, 2025, introduces significant changes that impact applicants worldwide. Here is a detailed breakdown of the key elements: 1. Designated...

USCIS Issues Wide-Ranging Filing Fee Increases

On January 31st, 2024, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) issued a final rule that increased specific benefit request fees charged by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS).  During its biennial fee review, USCIS determined the current...