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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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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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Business Immigration
5 Strategies to Create a Welcoming Onboarding Program for Foreign Hires
Five strategies to create an onboarding program that'll make your foreign hires feel valued, supported, and ready for success.
August 1, 2024

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USCIS Announces Second H-1B Cap Lottery for FY 2025
USCIS announces second H-1B lottery for FY 2025 regular cap. Learn about eligibility, process, and implications for applicants and employers.
July 30, 2024

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Mayors Endorse 'Heartland Visa' to Boost Struggling Cities
U.S. mayors back bipartisan "Heartland Visa" proposal to attract skilled immigrants to struggling cities, boost growth and reverse population decline.
July 2, 2024

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U.S. Immigration News
Trump Proposes Giving All Foreign Grads of U.S. Colleges Green Cards
Trump made the comment during an episode of “The All-In Podcast,” hosted by tech venture capitalists David Sacks and Chamath Palihapitiya.
June 25, 2024

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SCOTUS Rules on U.S. Citizens' Right to Challenge Spousal Visa Denials
Supreme Court limits U.S. citizens' rights to challenge spousal visa denials. Learn how this impacts immigration, families, and policy.
June 22, 2024

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Immigration Stories
#BoundlessCouple: Ryan and Ryeojin
Meet Ryan and Ryeojin, who shared their immigration journey with Boundless, starting with how they met. Celebrating immigrant families on Boundless.
June 21, 2024

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U.S. Immigration News
Green Card Backlog Decreased by 4% in May
The Department of State saw a decrease in the immigrant visa (IV) backlog, from 351,624 in April 2024 to 337,307 in May 2024 — a 4% decrease.
June 3, 2024

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Mispronounced Names: The Hidden Cost of Workplace Bias
The Impact of Mispronouncing Names on Employees and Companies and how HR can foster a culture of respect and inclusion.
May 20, 2024

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U.S. Immigration News
Demystifying Non-Citizen Voting in U.S. Federal Elections
Examining the facts, safeguards, and impact of proposed legislation in the U.S. non-citizen voting debate.
May 17, 2024

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