H-1B Spouse Work Authorization in 2026
Key insights on the lawsuit, DHS policy changes, and their impacts on H-4 employment authorization. What Is H-1B Spouse Work Authorization? An H-4 visa is issued to dependent
Important: H-1B Lottery Changes 2026
What Are the H-1B Lottery Changes? The traditional H-1B visa lottery, which randomly selected eligible registrations when demand exceeded the annual 85,000 cap, has been repl
U.S. Pauses Immigration on 19 Non-European Countries
On December 2, 2025, the United States paused nearly all immigration application processing for individuals from 19 non-European countries. This freeze affects new filings and pend
Canada’s 2026–2028 Immigration Levels Plan
Written by Philippe Rousseau The Government of Canada has unveiled its new multi-year Immigration Levels Plan covering 2026 to 2028, setting a major policy shift toward a reduction
H-1B Update 2025
On Friday, September 19, 2025, President Trump signed an Executive Order, “Restriction on Entry of Certain Nonimmigrant Workers,” imposing a new fee on H-1B employers
Why Surprise Immigration Compliance Audits Are Here to Stay
Immigration enforcement has entered a new era. In 2025, employers are seeing unannounced ICE site visits and Department of Labor (DOL) inspections become routine across industries.
Navigating Scrutiny and Compliance as a U.S. Visa Holder
If you’re living in the U.S. on a visa, you may have sensed a shift. While the laws haven’t officially changed, how they are enforced has. International visa holders are now fa
Global Mobility in a High‑Risk Compliance Climate
In today’s immigration environment, global mobility is no longer a matter of logistics—it’s a high-stakes legal and strategic concern. The recent tightening of visa processes
The New Reality: Navigating Heightened Scrutiny for U.S. Visa Holders
In recent times, foreign nationals residing in the United States have observed a shift—not in the written rules of immigration, but in their application. While the official regul
10 Common Misconceptions About Business Immigration — Debunked
Navigating the complex landscape of business immigration can feel overwhelming—even for seasoned HR leaders, legal counsel, and executives. Between evolving regulations, misused
