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Sep 12, 2026Legal migrationUSA Today

Green cards for couples are slowing down as visa interviews pause worldwide

Immigrant visa interviews are paused at US embassies during a new applicant-screening training rollout; couples face lengthening waits.

Sep 11, 2026Work visasUSA Today

Trump administration proposes ending the 60-day grace period for H-1B workers after job loss

DHS published a proposal that would make laid-off H-1B, L-1, O-1 and TN workers fall out of status the day employment ends — removing the 60-day window to find a new sponsor.

Sep 11, 2026Legal migrationGreen Card Maker

USCIS resumes FY2026 Diversity Visa adjudications after federal court order

Adjustment-of-status applications under the FY2026 Diversity Visa program are restarting following a court order in Medani v. Trump — a rare opening for DV selectees.

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International Immigration News

Sep 11, 2026Legal migrationGherson

UK lays autumn 2026 immigration rule changes before Parliament; most take effect Oct 8

Statement of Changes HC 584 amends Skilled Worker, Student, EU Settlement and Hong Kong BN(O) routes — with the student maintenance-fund requirement rising on November 30.

Sep 7, 2026Student visasHigher Education Plus

Canada raises study-permit funds requirement to C$22,895; anti-fraud checks expand by Sep 30

IRCC tightened 2026 financial rules and anti-fraud scrutiny, while co-op work no longer needs a separate permit and PGWP rules stay unchanged.

2026Legal migrationEuropean Commission

Germany plans "Work-and-Stay Agency" to fast-track skilled worker visas

Berlin moves to centralise visa and residence procedures for foreign professionals as 300,000+ third-country nationals hold employment permits.

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EU Blue Card, skilled-worker programs and talent mobility worldwide.

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Study visas and post-study work rules in the UK, Canada, Australia and beyond.

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Note: News summaries are for general information only and are not legal advice. Immigration rules change often — always confirm with official sources (USCIS, U.S. Department of State, or the relevant country's immigration authority) or a qualified immigration attorney before acting.