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U.S. Immigration Launches Online Filing: Will EB-5 Be Affected?
U.S. immigration applications are accelerating their farewell to the "paper age." On August 11, 2026, local time, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) officially published a Temporary Final Rule titled "Mandatory Electronic Filing (e-Filing)" in the Federal Register, which took effect on the same day. According to the new rule, in the future, for immigration forms that have been open to electronic filing for a certain period, the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) may further require applicants to submit online, no longer accepting standard paper applications.
Sudden Changes in CPT! Critical Immigration Red Lines for International Students in the U.S.
On August 12, 2026, local time, the U.S. Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP) issued a new guidance notice to all Designated School Officials (DSOs) nationwide, emphasizing compliance requirements for CPT: CPT must be an integral part of an established curriculum and cannot serve merely as a vehicle for students to obtain off-campus employment.
Attention U.S. Visa Holders! H-1B/L-1 Extension Fees to Increase Soon
U.S. H-1B and L-1 employment costs are facing another new change. On August 10, 2026 local time, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) officially published a final rule in the Federal Register, expanding the scope of the "9-11 Response and Biometric Entry-Exit Fee". The new rule will officially take effect on September 9, 2026.
Another Blow to H-1B! Proposed Elimination of the 60-Day Unemployment Grace Period
H-1B visa holders' "60-day grace period" after losing employment may be facing major changes. The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has introduced a proposed new rule (RIN:1615-AD22) planning to completely eliminate the 60-day lawful grace period for H-1B visa holders following unemployment. The proposal was submitted to the White House Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs (OIRA) for review on August 6, 2026.
Another EB-5 Good News from WorldWay: I-829 Job Creation 100% Completed
Great news! Excellent progress has been reported for the "Aspen Kodiak Apartments" EB-5 rural project invested in by clients of WorldWay Group: 100% of the required jobs for investors have been created! The project requires a total of 640 jobs to be created. As of June 2026, a cumulative total of 662 jobs have been created, exceeding the project's requirements.
Immigrating for Education? The New 2027 Global University Rankings Provide the Answer
For many families, the appeal of studying in the US has never been just a diploma from a prestigious university. From world-leading university resources and mature scientific research systems to an employment environment closely connected with industries such as technology, finance, and healthcare, the United States remains a major destination for global higher education. The newly released 2027 QS World University Rankings once again confirm the comprehensive strength of American higher education.
Major New Rule Takes Effect! U.S. B1/B2 Visa Bond Program Officially Implemented
U.S. short-term visit visas have undergone another major adjustment. On August 3, 2026, the U.S. Department of State officially made the "Visa Bond Program", which had been implemented for nearly a year, a permanent system. Under the new rule, applicants from specific countries applying for B1 business visas or B2 tourist visas who meet the basic visa qualifications may still be required to post a refundable bond before being issued a visa.
Trump Delivers Double Blow! This Pathway to the U.S. Faces Heavy Crackdown
On August 6, local time, U.S. President Donald Trump signed two executive orders, one aimed at further restricting birthright citizenship policies, and the other focusing on cracking down on commercialized “birth tourism.” This marks another push by the White House to tighten relevant policies following the U.S. Supreme Court's previous rejection of Trump's broader plan to restrict birthright citizenship, drawing widespread external attention.
Deer Valley Snow Ridge Residences EB-5 Rural Project Roadshow - Shenzhen Station
Deer Valley Snow Ridge Residences EB-5 Rural Project Roadshow - Shenzhen Station
New USCIS Rule: Incomplete Materials May Lead to Direct Denial
On August 5, 2026, local time, the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) released a policy memorandum titled "Evidence, Requests for Evidence, and Notices of Intent to Deny," further strengthening the evidentiary review standards for immigration applications. The new rule clarifies: The previous practice of issuing RFE or NOID when materials are incomplete has been abolished. Applicants must submit a complete and compliant set of initial evidence at the time of filing. If an application lacks the legal basis for approval, is missing initial materials, or provides insufficient evidence, immigration officers may directly deny the case without providing further opportunities for supplemental filings or defense.
Deer Valley Resort Residences EB-5 Rural Project Roadshow - Hong Kong Station
Deer Valley Resort Residences EB-5 Rural Project Roadshow - Hong Kong Station
H-1B $100,000 fee halted again, can you rest easy staying in the U.S.?
The $100,000 H-1B high fee has been put on pause by the court once again. Recently, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the First Circuit denied the Trump administration's emergency motion for a stay, refusing to reinstate the $100,000 H-1B fee while the merits appeal is pending.