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Feb 23, 2026 • LinkedIn • 1 min read

New $100,000 H-1B Fee Impacts Cap Season for Some Applicants

The $100,000 fee for certain H-1B petitions affects cap season based on the applicant's location and processing method.

H-1B Immigration Policy Visa Bulletin AttorneyInsights

Feb 23, 2026 • X • 1 min read

New DHS Policy Introduces Security Checks for Refugees

DHS announces new refugee policy requiring security checks and potential arrests after one year in the U.S.

DHS Immigration Policy Refugees Asylum +1 more

Feb 23, 2026 • X • 1 min read

New Immigration Memo Could Lead to Arrests of Refugees

A new immigration memo may allow for the arrest of refugees in the U.S., raising concerns about their safety and legal status.

Refugees Immigration Policy DHS Asylum +1 more

Feb 23, 2026 • X • 1 min read

O-1 Visa Demand Surges Amid H-1B Restrictions

The O-1 visa category sees increased interest as H-1B regulations tighten, with over 39,000 petitions expected in 2025.

O-1 H-1B USCIS Visa Policy +1 more

Feb 23, 2026 • Reddit • 1 min read

Options for Responding to EB-1A RFE Before Deadline

An EB-1A applicant seeks advice on responding to an RFE by the February 26 deadline amid concerns about attorney communication.

EB-1A I-140 USCIS RFE +1 more

Feb 23, 2026 • 1Point3Acres • 1 min read

Recent Approvals for I-485 Applications Reported

Recent reports indicate multiple approvals for I-485 applications, particularly for those who transitioned to FO around January 7 and 17.

I-485 Approval Field Office USCIS +1 more

Feb 23, 2026 • X • 1 min read

Second H-1B Lottery Possible This Year, Expert Says

An immigration expert suggests a second H-1B lottery may occur this year, impacting skilled workers seeking employment in the U.S.

H-1B Visa News USCIS Immigration Policy +1 more

Feb 23, 2026 • X • 1 min read

Senate Blocks DHS Funding Bill, Increasing Shutdown Risk

The Senate has blocked a funding bill for the Department of Homeland Security, raising concerns about a potential government shutdown.

DHS Government Shutdown Immigration Policy Senate +1 more

Feb 23, 2026 • X • 1 min read

South African Officials Exploited Immigration System for Personal Gain

A government investigation reveals that South African officials profited from selling visas and residency permits.

Immigration Policy Visa Corruption South Africa +1 more

Feb 23, 2026 • LinkedIn • 1 min read

Temporary Pause on Immigrant Visas for Certain Countries Announced

Effective January 21, 2026, U.S. embassies will pause immigrant visa issuances for nationals of select Arabic and African countries.

EB2NIW USCIS Immigrant Visa Immigration Policy +1 more