Get Your Free Consultation

Pathway logo
The Boundless Blog
U.S. Immigration News

This Week in Immigration: September 4, 2026

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

Featured Posts

U.S. Immigration News
This Week in Immigration: September 4, 2026
This week's round-up of the biggest, need-to-know immigration news, brought to you by Boundless Immigration.
U.S. Immigration News
USCIS Can Now Request Credit Reports From Green Card Sponsors
The new Form I-864 allows USCIS to access sponsors’ credit information, but how that information will affect green card applications remains unclear.
U.S. Immigration News
Proposal to End 60-Day Grace Period for H-1B Workers Clears Federal Review
The proposal moves closer to publication, but the existing grace period remains in place for eligible workers and their families.
U.S. Immigration News
State Department Pauses Immigrant Visa Appointments Worldwide
Immigrant visa interviews are being rescheduled as consular officers undergo new training focused on public charge screening
U.S. Immigration News
Judge Strikes Down Trump Administration’s 75-Country Immigrant Visa Ban
A federal judge ruled that the State Department unlawfully blocked immigrant visas based on applicants’ nationality, clearing the way for processing to resume.
U.S. Immigration News
DHS Proposes New $103,265 Fee for H-1B Cap Petitions
The proposed fee would apply to cap-subject H-1B petitions and come on top of existing filing costs
U.S. Immigration News
Visa Bulletin for September 2026
Check the September Visa Bulletin now to see if your priority date is current and you can start your green card application process.
Blurred close-up of a newspaper printing press with paper rapidly moving on rollers.
U.S. Immigration News
USCIS Previews New Form I-485 Ahead of September Rollout
Most of the form is unchanged, but revisions to the public charge section could affect how applicants complete Form I-485.

All Topics

See All
Filter and Sort
Filter and Sort
Filters
Sort
Topics
Select all that apply
Reset
Submit
Thank you! Your submission has been received!
Oops! Something went wrong while submitting the form.
A couple happily laughs on the sun.Man in suit clapping hands in front of American flags and a microphone stand on stage.
U.S. Immigration News
Trump Immigration Policy in a Second Term: What Families and Employers Need to Know
Explore Trump's second-term immigration policies and their effects on families, work visas, and employers. Get insights for adapting effectively.
December 3, 2024

false

A couple happily laughs on the sun.United States permanent resident card with photo, name Ichika Stevens, birth Japan, expiry 07/04/2027.
U.S. Immigration News
USCIS Mandates Form I-693 Submission with Green Card Applications
You must now submit your medical examination results (Form I-693) at the same time as your green card application (Form I-485).
December 2, 2024

false

A couple happily laughs on the sun.Woman smiling as a child with sunglasses hugs her from behind outdoors with colorful mural background.
Mental Health Resources for Immigrants
A list of resources tailored to the immigrant community to help you manage your mental health and find the support you need.
November 21, 2024

false

A couple happily laughs on the sun.Young man in dark sweatshirt standing outdoors against a blurred background of green trees.
Immigration Stories
From Refugee to Rising Star: How Mon Rovîa’s Story and Music is Inspiring Change
Discover the inspiring story of Mon Rovîa, a refugee-turned-folk artist who uses music to honor his roots and advocate for change.
November 19, 2024

false

A couple happily laughs on the sun.Smiling young woman holding notebooks with two students talking in a park background.
U.S. Immigration News
U.S. Sets New Record with 1.1 Million International Students, Finds New Report
A record 1.1M international students studied in the U.S. in 2023/24 and India became the top-sending country, finds new report.
November 19, 2024

false

A couple happily laughs on the sun.Hand holding wooden judge gavel above desk with blurred person writing in the background.
Federal Judge Strikes Down Biden Parole in Place Program
Judge ruled the Biden administration overstepped its authority, asserting that the program extended beyond the powers granted by Congress
November 14, 2024

false

A couple happily laughs on the sun.Farm workers bent over picking crops in a green field with trees and hills in the background.
U.S. Immigration News
Belize Eligible for Seasonal Work Visas After 5-Year Ban
No other changes were made to the 87 countries eligible for the H-2A temporary agricultural visa program or the 88 countries eligible for the H-2B program for temporary non-agricultural workers
November 8, 2024

false

A couple happily laughs on the sun.Man standing and voting at a white booth with a sign showing an American flag and the word VOTE
How Do Non-English Speakers Vote?
Currently, 331 jurisdictions offer translated ballots, but advocates say not enough languages are covered.
October 30, 2024

false

A couple happily laughs on the sun.Diverse group of voters with vote stickers standing in front of a large American flag.
How to Register to Vote As a New U.S. Citizen
Learn about your state's voting rules, how to register to vote, and how to determine your polling place.
October 30, 2024

false

A couple happily laughs on the sun.Bearded man in suit and white shirt laughing with eyes closed against a plain background.
Award-Winning Comedian Mohammed Amer and Nobel Prize Laureate Maria Ressa Honored on 2024 Great Immigrants List
Each year the Carnegie Corporation honors naturalized U.S. citizens who enhance society and democracy. See the latest Great Immigrants list.
October 17, 2024

false

A couple happily laughs on the sun.Collage of book covers including Martyr!, Brought Forth on This Continent, Solito, and The Undocumented Americans.
U.S. Immigration News
9 Must-Read Immigration Books for Fall
A roundup of some new fiction and nonfiction books that focus in some way on the immigrant experience.
October 14, 2024

false

A couple happily laughs on the sun.Close-up of US immigrant visa, Social Security card, and permanent resident card with American flag background.
U.S. Immigration News
2026 Diversity Visa Lottery Opens October 2
The green card lottery registration period opens Oct. 2 at noon EDT and ends Nov. 5 at noon EDT. Learn which countries are eligible to apply.
October 1, 2024

false

A couple happily laughs on the sun.Smiling woman in pink headscarf and shirt flexes arm in breast cancer awareness pose outdoors.
U.S. Immigration News
Breast Cancer Innovation: The Crucial Role of Immigrant Scientists and Researchers
Discover how immigrant scientists revolutionize breast cancer research and treatment, addressing critical health disparities worldwide.
October 1, 2024

false

A couple happily laughs on the sun.Four professionals in an office discuss documents spread on a table, pointing and collaborating closely.
U.S. Immigration News
Nearly Half of Fortune 500 Companies Founded By Immigrants or Their Children
The 230 immigrant-founded companies made $8.6 trillion in revenue in 2023 and employed over 15.5 million people.
September 12, 2024

false

A couple happily laughs on the sun.Close-up of a U.S. visa stamp with the word VISA prominently visible in white on blue background.
EB-3, EW, and EB-5 Visa Categories Reach Annual Cap: What This Means for Employers and Workers
U.S. embassies and consulates worldwide will not issue any more visas in these categories until the start of the new fiscal year on October 1, 2024.
August 27, 2024

false

Subscribe to our newsletter

Get peace of mind with attorney-reviewed forms, step-by-step instructions, and live support — all for one flat fee.
$780
$1385 (paper filing) or $1335 (online filing).
4 months
625
675
BUSINESS SOLUTIONS
Business Services
Case Management
Workflow Automation
Employee Engagement
Legal Support
Compliance Management
HR System Integration
Boundless Global
FAMILY IMMIGRATION
Guide to Family Immigration
Green Cards
Marriage Based
K-1 Fiancé Visa
Removal of Conditions
Adjustment of Status
B1 / B2 Visitor Visa
Student Visas
Citizenship
WORK VISAS
Types of Work Visas
EAD Cards
H-1B
EB-1
EB-2
EB-3
O-1
L-1
E-2
PERM
Resources
U.S. Immigration 101
Family & Individual Guides
Business Immigration Guides
Visa Bulletin
Immigration Forms
Processing Times
Immigration Research
company
Our Expertise
Our Leadership
Boundless Services
Careers
Blog
Press
Media Resources
Research & Reports
Company FAQs
Boundless Logo
©2017 - 2026, Boundless Immigration Inc.
Privacy
Security
Editorial
Terms
Contact Boundless
Attorney Advertisement: This website is an advertisement for legal services. The law firm responsible for this advertisement is Boundless Legal LLC, attorneys@boundless.com. Boundless Legal LLC is authorized and licensed by the Arizona Supreme Court, license number 70276. Attorneys at Boundless Legal LLC are licensed in the State of Arizona. Boundless Legal LLC practices federal immigration law before United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) and other federal agencies. The information contained on this website is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. No representation is made that the quality of legal services to be performed is greater than the quality of legal services performed by other lawyers. Viewing this website or contacting Boundless Legal LLC does not create an attorney-client relationship. Past results do not guarantee or predict similar outcomes in future matters.
Better Business Bureau (BBB) logo with text B and B on a blue background.
300 Lenora Street #521, Seattle, WA 98121
(855) 268 - 6353
be@boundless.com