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This Week in Immigration News:

💼 H-1B cap registration for FY 2027 is now open 🌍 U.S. plans refugee processing for white South Africans ⚖️ Judge blocks fast track immigration appeals rule 🛂 Passport requirement added to Diversity Visa lottery

This Week in Immigration News:

💲 USCIS increases premium processing fees 🔍 DHS launches major refugee fraud investigation ⚖️ San Francisco immigration court faces closure 🚨 Judges push back on expanded mandatory detention

This Week in Immigration News:

💼 H-1B selection to favor higher-paid workers 🛂 USCIS tightens VAWA rules to prevent fraud ⚖️ Court upholds $100,000 H-1B fee 🔐 Confidentiality rules updated for VAWA, T & U visas 🛟 USCIS highlights tougher vetting & enforcement

Ceremonies are being canceled, and applications remain in a state of indefinite waiting. This pause creates prolonged uncertainty for families and individuals seeking to finalize their status. Legal professionals note this type of broad suspension is an uncommon procedural development.

USCIS Clarifies $100,000 H-1B Visa Fee | Major Relief for Indian Students & Tech Professionals

In a major relief for Indian students and tech professionals, the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has issued key clarifications on the controversial $100,000 H-1B visa fee imposed under a recent presidential proclamation.

The update confirms that the hefty fee does not apply to individuals changing their immigration status within the U.S.—for example, students moving from F-1 to H-1B visas. 🙌

Here’s what you need to know:

1️⃣ Exemption for international students: No $100k fee for “change of status” applications.

2️⃣ No fee for extensions or re-entries: Existing H-1B holders and pre-Sept 21 2025 filings remain unaffected.

3️⃣ Rare waivers possible: The DHS may exempt cases in the national interest.

With Indian nationals accounting for 70% of all H-1B visas and Indian students forming 27% of the U.S. international student community, these clarifications bring much-needed clarity and relief.

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📌 This week: the Chamber of Commerce sues Trump over the $100K H-1B fee, November Visa Bulletin updates, lower NIW approvals, visa revocations over social media, LA’s emergency over ICE raids, and the Supreme Court upholds H-4 work permits.

Catch up on the latest U.S. immigration news with Raju Law. This week: USCIS limits visa interviews, gains enforcement powers, a major Georgia raid, TPS ending for Venezuelans, military lawyers as immigration judges, and EB-2 visa cap updates. Stay informed and plan ahead.