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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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USCIS Issues New Policy Memo on Adjustment of Status: What Family-Based Applicants Need to Know
What the new USCIS guidance on adjustment of status means for your green card case
May 22, 2026

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The H-1B Lottery Has Changed. Here’s What the First Data Shows
New Boundless report analyzes USCIS data and the first real outcomes under the wage-weighted system
May 8, 2026

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U.S. Immigration News
ICE Tightens I-9 Rules, Raising Audit Risk for Employers
More I-9 errors now lead directly to fines during ICE audits.
April 23, 2026

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Didn’t Get Selected in the H-1B Lottery? Here Are Your Options
A clear guide to the most common H-1B alternatives, including who qualifies and how to choose the right path.
April 10, 2026

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What Naturalized Citizens Should Know About the New Election Order
What to check now to make sure your voter records are accurate
April 2, 2026

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State Department Brings Back Passport Requirement for Diversity Visa Lottery
A new final rule will require many green card lottery entrants to submit passport details and a passport scan at the time of entry.
March 13, 2026

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Business Immigration
USCIS Updates Form I-129 Ahead of H-1B Cap Season
Employers will need to provide more detail about job requirements and wage levels when filing H-1B petitions
March 6, 2026

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Middle East Escalation Disrupts U.S. Visa Processing Across the Region
Regional conflict has led to embassy appointment cancellations, airspace closures, and likely delays in visa processing.
March 3, 2026

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UK Entry Rules for Dual Citizens: FAQs on Passports, ETA, and Boarding
If you hold British citizenship, here’s how you must prove your right to travel.
February 27, 2026

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EB-1A Myths That Stop Qualified Professionals
What USCIS actually evaluates when reviewing extraordinary ability petitions.
February 25, 2026

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DHS Shutdown: What It Means for Immigration Services
Most USCIS, visa, and work authorization processes continue.
February 16, 2026

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European Commission Unveils First-Ever EU Visa Policy Strategy
What the EU’s new visa roadmap means for travelers, immigrants, and employers
February 5, 2026

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Preparing for H-1B Compliance Site Visits: A Checklist for Employers
What Project Firewall means for employers — and how to prepare for H-1B inspections.
February 5, 2026

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FY 2027 H-1B Registration Opens March 4
Employers face a short registration window, possible weighted selection, and higher costs.
February 2, 2026

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Include TN, E-2, E-3, and L-1 Employees in the H-1B Lottery
The H-1B acts as a necessary backup for employees already authorized to work in the U.S.
January 28, 2026

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