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This Week in Immigration: October 16, 2026

This week's round-up of the biggest, need-to-know immigration news, brought to you by Boundless Immigration.

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This Week in Immigration: October 16, 2026
This week's round-up of the biggest, need-to-know immigration news, brought to you by Boundless Immigration.
Business Immigration
TN Visas for Software Engineers: Why the Right Category Isn’t Always Obvious
Job titles and degree names don’t always line up with TN visa requirements. Here’s what employers hiring software engineers from Canada or Mexico should know.
U.S. Immigration News
DOL Suspends Eight Employers From PERM Labor Certification
The Department of Labor says it will not accept or process PERM applications from Microsoft, Adobe, and six IT firms. Employers not named are not affected, but it's a good time to plan ahead.
U.S. Immigration News
USCIS Resumes Neighborhood Checks for Citizenship Applicants
USCIS has updated its guidance on neighborhood checks for citizenship applicants. Learn how these investigations work and what you can do to prepare.
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U.S. Immigration News
DHS Proposes $70,000 OPT Fee for International Students
Schools would have to pay the fee before recommending students for OPT, but could pass the cost to students or employers. The proposal does not change current work authorization.
U.S. Immigration News
Second Federal Court Blocks Trump’s $100,000 H-1B Fee
A California judge has blocked enforcement of the controversial fee, months after a Massachusetts court struck it down.
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Business Immigration
What Employers Need to Know About the Changing Visa Landscape
Boundless immigration attorneys break down recent changes affecting international hiring and the alternative visa pathways employers should have on their radar.
U.S. Immigration News
Visa Bulletin for October 2026
Check the October Visa Bulletin now to see if your priority date is current and you can start your green card application process.
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What Are the Most Effective Evidence Categories for an EB-1A Visa Petition?
The EB-1A visa offers a fast-track to U.S. permanent residency, but what exactly makes an applicant stand out in the eyes of USCIS?
February 14, 2025

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State Department Announces New Passport Fair Dates
These fairs allow first-time applicants and children to apply for passports in person during evenings and weekends.
February 4, 2025

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U.S. Immigration News
What Happens to American-Born Children When Their Parents Are Deported?
Learn about the challenges U.S. citizen children face when a parent is deported, from leaving the country to the legal complexities of reuniting.
February 3, 2025

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U.S. Immigration News
USCIS Stops Accepting Form I-134A Used for Humanitarian Parole
The decision follows President Donald Trump’s executive order "Securing Our Borders," which calls for a review of humanitarian parole programs.
January 29, 2025

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A Manager's Guide to ICE Visits: Preparation and Response
Everything you need to know about ICE visits in the workplace, including how to prepare and respond effectively.
January 24, 2025

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U.S. Immigration News
Federal Judge Temporarily Blocks Trump's Birthright Citizenship Order
A federal judge on Thursday temporarily blocked Trump’s executive order to end birthright citizenship, calling the policy “blatantly unconstitutional.”
January 23, 2025

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PERM: Understanding Good Faith Recruitment
PERM is the first step in sponsoring a foreign worker for U.S. permanent residency. "Good faith” is an important requirement of this process.
January 23, 2025

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USCIS Updates Guidance for EB-2 National Interest Waivers
USCIS updated its policy guidance for EB-2 National Interest Waiver (NIW) petitions, offering clearer criteria for skilled immigrants.
January 23, 2025

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Know Your Rights as an Immigrant
Learn your constitutional rights during ICE encounters with step-by-step guidance on protecting yourself and your family legally.
January 22, 2025

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U.S. Immigration News
Trump’s Day 1 Immigration Executive Orders Explained
On his first day back in office, President Donald Trump issued a series of sweeping executive orders related to immigration.
January 21, 2025

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The Impact of Corporate Restructuring on Immigration Applications
Corporate restructuring — whether a merger, acquisition, spin-off, or reorganization — can have far-reaching consequences
January 16, 2025

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Trump's Staff and Their Role in Shaping Immigration Policies
The return of Donald Trump to the U.S. presidency could have far-reaching consequences for employment-based immigration policies.
January 13, 2025

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Immigration Tips
Permanent Resident vs. Citizen: What’s the Difference?
Learn the differences between the rights, responsibilities, and benefits of lawful permanent residency and citizenship.
January 10, 2025

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DHS Launches Sweeping AI Immigration Plan: A Major Shift for 2025 and Beyond
DHS has unveiled sweeping artificial intelligence updates to U.S. immigration processing. Learn what this means for applicants and employers.
January 8, 2025

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U.S. Immigration News
USCIS Scraps Naturalization Test Redesign
the federal agency said it was ending the trial, announced in 2022, due to negative feedback about changes to the test.
December 30, 2024

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