Immigration
Immigration news & policy
Reviewed by Pranav Sai Tirunagiri, Esq. · Last reviewed October 28, 2026
This hub collects immigration news and policy notes that we publish for families, individuals, employers, and students. The posts below are written in plain English. They explain public rules as of the date on each article. They are not a complete statement of the law, and they are not a status check on your receipt number.
USCIS, the Department of Homeland Security, and the Department of State change forms, interview practice, and how officers review filings. A student rule can affect OPT. An employment policy can affect H-1B or TN. A family case can be delayed by a request for more evidence. We do not list fees, processing times, or filing deadlines on this hub. If an article mentions a date, that date belongs to the source as of that article, not to a promise about your case.
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End of "Duration of Status" for F-1 and J-1 holders
DHS ends Duration of Status starting Sept 15, 2026. What the fixed admission period means for students, scholars, and employers.
Read article →USCIS can now deny without an RFE (PA-2026-05)
Officers may deny H-1B, EAD, and other filings without an RFE or NOID. What changed and how to protect your case.
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