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Family categories F1-F4 advanced almost a year in November 2026. EB-2/EB-3 for India and China stay frozen. Plus H-1B deference repeal starting Nov 13.
DOL paused new PERM filings and pending cases at some employers on Oct 8, and USCIS ended the 540-day EAD auto-extension on Oct 30. Here's what changes.
DHS proposes ending deference for H-1B, L-1, O-1 extensions. Denials could spike, RFEs may rise by 6,000/year. Full breakdown of the week's changes.
New DHS rule requires USCIS to review each H-1B renewal as a separate application. What this means for visa holders and how to protect yourself.
No dedicated H-1B pathway exists yet. Only Express Entry and PNP work today. A new category is being discussed, but an announcement isn't expected before February 2027.
DOL paused PERM processing for Microsoft, Adobe and six IT outsourcing firms on Oct 8, 2026. See the full list, what it means, and steps by green card stage.