06/27/25
DHS Terminates TPS for Haiti - Know the Key Dates
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced the termination of Temporary Protected Status (TPS) designation for nationals of Haiti. Haiti's designation is set to expire on September 2, 2025. Contact us if you have any questions or concerns about how this termination may affect your status.
06/27/25
DHS and DOJ Adjust Fine Process for Immigration Violations
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and Department of Justice (DOJ) announced a new rule adjusting the process for fining individuals who commit certain immigration violations, such as unlawful entry or failure to comply with a voluntary departure or final removal order. The new rule eliminates the 30-day notice and shortens the process of contesting the fine. The Trump administration started issuing fines earlier in June.
06/11/25
Trump Issues Travel Bans and Restrictions for 19 Countries
The Trump administration announced a travel ban starting on June 9th for foreign nationals currently outside the US without a valid visa. Twelve countries will be subject to a total ban, prohibiting the issuance of both immigrant and nonimmigrant visas. An additional seven countries will face partial travel restrictions suspending the issuance of B, J, M, and F visas. However, certain individuals, such as legal permanent residents, are exempt from the travel ban. Stay tuned for further updates.
06/05/25
DHS Terminates TPS for Nepal - Know the Key Dates
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced the termination of Temporary Protected Status (TPS) designation for nationals of Nepal. Nepal's designation is set to expire on June 24th, 2025, and will be officially terminated on August 5, 2025. Contact us if you have any questions or concerns about how this termination may affect your status.
06/04/25
TPS for Cameroon is Ending - Important Dates to Know
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced the termination of Temporary Protected Status (TPS) designation for nationals of Cameroon. Cameroon's designation is set to expire on June 7th, 2025, and will be officially terminated on August 4, 2025, after the required 60-day grace period ends. If you are impacted by this termination, contact us to review your options for staying in the US.
06/04/25
Supreme Court Allows Termination of Parole for Cuba, Haiti, Nicaragua, and Venezuela
On May 30, the Supreme Court decided to stay (pause) a lower court's order that had blocked the termination of humanitarian parole programs for Cuba, Haiti, Nicaragua, and Venezuela (CHNV). While the case is being appealed, the Trump Administration can proceed with suspending protections and work permits for CHNV parolees. Contact us if you have any questions or concerns about how this development may affect your status.
05/26/25
Supreme Court Halts Pause on Venezuela TPS Termination
On May 19, the Supreme Court halted a previous order to pause DHS’s termination of the 2023 Venezuela TPS designation, potentially leading to the immediate loss of status and work authorization for some. Further litigation may follow over work authorization documents valid through October 3, 2026. USCIS has not yet issued guidance but is expected to update I-9 Central soon. The 2021 TPS designation remains valid through Sept. 10, 2025, though DHS could still pursue similar termination efforts. Stay tuned for updates.
05/16/25
DHS Rescinds the Visa Waiver Program for Romania
On May 2, 2025, the Department of Homeland Security officially removed Romania from the Visa Waiver Program (VWP). Previously, Romanian citizens could travel to the United States without a visa under the VWP. With this change, Romanian nationals are now required to obtain a B-1/B-2 visitor visa to enter the US. Contact us if you need guidance for your visa application.
05/13/25
DHS Terminates Temporary Protected Status for Afghanistan
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced the termination of Temporary Protected Status (TPS) designation for Afghan nationals. Afghanistan’s designation is set to expire on May 20, 2025, and will be officially terminated on July 14, 2025. Contact us if you have any questions or concerns about how this termination may affect your status.
05/06/25
DHS Restores F-1 Status of International Students
Last month, thousands of international students on F-1 visas learned that the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) had terminated their records in the Student and Exchange Visitor Information System (SEVIS) system. This effectively stopped them from continuing their studies here. After the filing of multiple lawsuits , DHS reversed its decision and reinstated the records of the affected international students, restoring their F-1 status.