USCIS Makes Changes to How Children Acquire Citizenship
The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) announced today that it is updating its guidance on how children acquire U.S. citizenship. These changes come […]
New US Visa Design with Enhanced Security to Roll Out This Summer
The US is finally set to roll out its new visa design this summer, complete with enhanced security features. This comes after a delay from […]
Some Nepali DV Winners Face Disappointment as 2024 Case Number Limit Set at 13,000
For the current fiscal year 2024, which will end on September 30, the limit for Diversity Visa (DV) case numbers has been set at 13,000 […]
Biden Administration Plans New Rule Allowing Non-Permanent Residents to Seek Deportation Relief Without Initial Court Hearings
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the Department of Justice (DOJ) are planning to introduce a new rule for green card applicants. This rule […]
US Visa Issuances to Nepalis: Diversity Visas Top, Parents of US Citizens Follow Closely
The US Embassy in Kathmandu has prioritized diversity visas (DV) for Nepali immigrants, followed by visas for Nepali parents of US citizens. During the first […]
USCIS Issues Reminder to Verify Form Editions Before Submission
The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has issued a reminder to all applicants and petitioners to ensure they are using the current editions of […]
State Legalization of Cannabis Doesn’t Shield from US Visa and Citizenship Disqualification
Even though cannabis is legal in New York, it can be disqualifying for US visas and citizenship. In some states, such as New York, cannabis […]
USCIS Issues Updated Guidance for Diversity Visa Adjustment of Status
The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has released new policy guidance for noncitizens who are beneficiaries of the Diversity Immigrant Visa (DV) Program and […]
U.S. J-1 Visa Approvals for Nepalis Drop 54% in May, Denials Target Doctors
The number of Nepalis receiving US exchange visitor visas in May 2024 was 54% less compared to May 2023. Applicants reported that many Nepali doctors’ […]
State Department to Preserve DV2020 & 2021 Case Records Despite Appeals Court Decision
The U.S. State Department will not immediately remove the case records of the 2020 and 2021 Diversity Visa (DV) Programs. The Department has clarified that […]