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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
USCIS Launches New Electronic ACH Payment Option for Immigration Fees
USCIS announced the addition of an ACH debit payment option (Form G-1650) for immigration fees, phasing out checks and money orders.
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Immigration Tips
Employer Immigration Compliance Checklist: France
Learn how to stay compliant with employment-based immigration rules in France and avoid penalties when hiring foreign talent.
August 28, 2025

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U.S. Immigration News
U.S. Pauses Work Visas for Foreign Truck Drivers: What Employers and Immigrants Need to Know
The U.S. paused work visas for foreign truck drivers, impacting H-2B, E-2, and EB-3 categories. See how this affects U.S. immigrants and employers.
August 28, 2025

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U.S. Immigration News
Can You Get a U.S. Tourist Visa in Time for the 2026 World Cup? Here's What the Data Shows
Discover if and how you can get a U.S. tourist visa in time to attend the 2026 FIFA World Cup in North America.
August 27, 2025

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Immigration Tips
Fast-Track Immigration Options for High-Skill Talent in Germany
Learn how to hire international talent in Germany quickly through the EU Blue Card and accelerated skilled worker procedures.
August 21, 2025

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U.S. Immigration News
USCIS Expands Screening for “Anti-Americanism” in Immigration Applications
USCIS will now screen all immigration applicants for signs of “anti-Americanism,” expanding social media vetting.
August 20, 2025

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U.S. Immigration News
Number of International Students in U.S. STEM Jobs Surges 54%, New Boundless Report Finds
A Boundless report finds STEM OPT authorizations soared 54% in 2024, highlighting urgent U.S. talent shortages.
August 20, 2025

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U.S. Immigration News
Trump Administration Expands “Good Moral Character” Standard for Naturalization Applicants
New USCIS policy adds scrutiny to citizenship applications, requiring a broader review of character and community behavior.
August 18, 2025

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U.S. Immigration News
USCIS Tightens CSPA Age Calculation for Green Card Applicants
USCIS changes Child Status Protection Act (CSPA) age calculation, impacting green card eligibility for immigrant families.
August 11, 2025

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U.S. Immigration News
USCIS Update: New Family Visa Policy Raises Risk of Denial
USCIS has updated its family-based immigration policy, allowing denials without notice and increasing risk of deportation.
August 6, 2025

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U.S. Immigration News
U.S. Proposes Passport Scans for Green Card Lottery Applicants
The State Department has proposed new rules for the 2027 Diversity Visa lottery, requiring applicants to upload a scan of their valid passport.
August 4, 2025

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U.S. Immigration News
New U.S. Visa Bond Could Cost Travelers Up to $15,000
A new U.S. visa bond program may require travelers on B1/B2 visas from select countries to pay up to $15,000.
August 4, 2025

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U.S. Immigration News
U.S. Passport Drops to Record Low in Global Ranking
The U.S. passport has slipped to 10th place in the 2025 Henley Passport Index — its lowest ranking ever.
July 30, 2025

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U.S. Immigration News
Trump Administration Releases New Plans to Enforce Birthright Citizenship Order
Trump’s executive order to restrict birthright citizenship is on hold, but new agency plans reveal how it could be enforced.
July 29, 2025

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U.S. Immigration News
U.S. Ends Interview Waivers for Most Renewals, Including H, L, O, F, M, and J Visas
The U.S. will require in-person interviews for most nonimmigrant visas starting Sept. 2, ending the Dropbox waiver for H, L, F, M, and J applicants.
July 29, 2025

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