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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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U.S. Immigration News
E-Verify Restored During Government Shutdown
E-Verify is back online after a weeklong outage during the government shutdown. Learn what employers should do now and what remains uncertain.
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Business Immigration
Fast-Track International Hiring Options in the Netherlands
Learn how to hire foreign talent quickly in the Netherlands with the Highly Skilled Migrant visa, EU Blue Card, and others
October 8, 2025

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Immigration Tips
3 Misconceptions About Extraordinary Ability Credential-Building
Misconceptions about O-1 and EB-1A petitions often discourage qualified professionals. Here’s what USCIS really values in strong applications.
October 7, 2025

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U.S. Immigration News
New I-94 and ESTA Fees Take Effect for Travelers
I-94 at land borders now costs $24, while ESTA fees rise to $40
September 30, 2025

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U.S. Immigration News
Government Shutdown: What It Means for Immigration
USCIS stays open during the Oct. 2025 government shutdown, but DOL filings and E-Verify may pause. Learn how immigration is affected.
September 30, 2025

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U.S. Immigration News
Boundless CEO Xiao Wang on the New H-1B Visa Rules
Boundless CEO Xiao Wang has been quoted widely on Trump’s H-1B changes — from the $100k fee to Project Firewall and wage-based selection.
September 24, 2025

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U.S. Immigration News
H-1B Reform: DHS Proposes Wage-Based Selection Instead of Random Lottery
DHS has proposed replacing the H-1B random lottery with a wage-based selection system. Higher-paid jobs would have better odds.
September 23, 2025

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U.S. Immigration News
U.S. Launches “Project Firewall” to Step Up H-1B Visa Enforcement
The U.S. Department of Labor has launched Project Firewall, a new H-1B enforcement initiative that increases investigations into employers.
September 23, 2025

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U.S. Immigration News
Trump Administration Signs Proclamation Declaring New $100,000 Fee for H-1B Visa Applications
Trump imposed a new $100,000 fee for H-1B visas, raising costs for employers and reshaping U.S. hiring. Learn what it means for you.
September 22, 2025

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U.S. Immigration News
U.S. Announces Major Changes to Naturalization Civics Test
Learn about the more rigorous 2025 Naturalization Civics Test and how the changes could impact U.S. immigrants and employers.
September 18, 2025

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U.S. Immigration News
New U.S. Policy Restricts Interview Locations for Nonimmigrant Visas
The U.S. tightened nonimmigrant visa rules, requiring most applicants to schedule NIV interviews in their country of residence or nationality.
September 8, 2025

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U.S. Immigration News
What the New USCIS Enforcement Rule Means for Green Card Applicants
A new rule gives USCIS some law enforcement powers, but family-based green card eligibility and approvals remain unchanged.
September 5, 2025

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U.S. Immigration News
EB-2 Green Cards Unavailable for Remainder of FY 2025
The EB-2 employment-based green card category has reached its annual limit for FY 2025 and is now unavailable until October 1, 2025.
September 5, 2025

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Business Immigration
Hiring International Talent in the UK: A Complete Guide for Employers
Everything employers need to know about hiring international talent in the UK, including work visa types, compliance requirements, and more.
September 5, 2025

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U.S. Immigration News
U.S. Tightens Rules on Where Immigrant Visa Applicants Can Interview
Starting Nov. 1, 2025, the State Department will require immigrant visa applicants to interview in their country of residence or nationality.
September 3, 2025

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