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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.

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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.
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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.

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Immigration Tips
Should I Apply for Work & Travel Permits During the Green Card Process?
Weighing the pros and cons of including the optional work and travel permit forms in your green card application
April 10, 2024

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Immigration Tips
What’s the Difference Between a Passport and a Visa?
A passport is used for international travel, while a visa grants permission to enter a specific country for a particular purpose.
April 3, 2024

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U.S. Immigration News
USCIS Announces Third Gender Option on Naturalization Form
Under the new USCIS guidance, N-400 (Application for Naturalization) is the first USCIS form to include a third gender option.
April 3, 2024

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Mutants and Migration: The Extraordinary Challenges of Immigration in a Superhero Universe
How does immigration play a role in the X-Men universe?
March 27, 2024

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USCIS Fees To Increase In April 2024
Understand the 2024 USCIS fee increase: What's changing for green cards and fiancé visas, and learn how to plan ahead.
March 27, 2024

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Immigration Tips
What is a B-2 Visa for Household Members?
Learn how certain household members may be eligible to accompany a nonimmigrant work or student visa holder to the U.S.
March 27, 2024

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Business Immigration
What is E-Verify?
Learn more about the rights and responsibilities of the E-Verify employment eligibility verification system for U.S. employers.
March 20, 2024

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Immigration Tips
What is USCIS myProgress and How Do I Use It?
Learn how to navigate the myProgress tool in your USCIS online account and get personalized wait time estimates for your case.
March 19, 2024

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Business Immigration
Do Startup Founders Qualify for the O-1 Visa?
Learn how startup founders can meet the O-1A extraordinary visa requirements, even without venture captial funding.
March 14, 2024

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U.S. Immigration News
Refugees to Receive Work Permits in Just 30 Days Under New USCIS Process
Under the new USCIS guidance, refugees will now be able to work within 30 days of entering the U.S., down from several months.
March 13, 2024

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DACA Tax Contributions Bolster U.S. Economy, Finds Survey
A nationwide survey reveals DACA recipients play a key role in boosting the U.S. economy through tax contributions.
March 7, 2024

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Form I-765 & Form I-131: Understanding Work and Travel Permit Costs
Learn about the new fees for the work and travel forms during the green card adjustment of status process.
February 21, 2024

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Business Immigration
Is PERM Batching the Right Immigration Strategy for Your Company?
Learn more about the cost and process benefits of PERM batching for U.S. employers hiring foreign workers.
February 20, 2024

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Business Immigration
More Countries are Easing Employment Rules to Attract Immigrant Workers
Germany’s latest set of employment laws, “Skilled Workers Immigration Act,” are one example of how to combat labor shortages with immigration.
February 15, 2024

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Immigration Tips
How Colombian Flower Workers Make Valentine's Day Possible
Learn the history of the Colombian flower industry and where most Valentine’s Day flowers in the U.S. come from.
February 14, 2024

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