U.S. immigration policy undergoes major shifts in visa reviews and fees

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The United States is implementing several significant changes to its immigration and visa systems. The U.S. Department of State has initiated a review of B-1 and B-2 visitor visas for foreign nationals who subsequently applied for asylum, which may lead to visa revocations on a rolling basis. Additionally, U.S. embassies and consulates worldwide are rescheduling immigrant visa interviews as part of a global training initiative designed to help officials better evaluate whether applicants might become a public charge.

In terms of employment-based immigration, the Department of Homeland Security has proposed a new $103,265 fee for companies sponsoring H-1B visas subject to the annual cap. Meanwhile, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has announced that it will begin rejecting outdated versions of forms I-765 and I-539 starting September 15, 2026. USCIS has also formally reintroduced neighborhood investigations into its policy manual, allowing officials to verify the information of naturalization applicants by checking with people in their surrounding community.

In Bogotá, a new pilot program has been launched allowing eligible applicants to access expedited B-type visa interviews within 10 business days for an additional fee of $750.

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Department of Homeland Security · Donald Trump · Philippine Embassy · Philippines · U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services · U.S. Department of State · United States

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[○ 1 SOURCE] The Philippine Embassy is advising Filipinos in the U.S. to monitor their immigration status due to potential visa revocations. asianjournal.com
[● 2 SOURCES] The U.S. Department of State is reviewing B-1 and B-2 visas held by foreign nationals who later applied for asylum. asianjournal.com · www.europesays.com
[● 2 SOURCES] Visa revocations may occur on a rolling basis as part of a review of eligibility for temporary visitors who seek asylum. asianjournal.com · www.europesays.com
[○ 1 SOURCE] USCIS will reject outdated versions of forms I-765 and I-539 starting September 15, 2026. elproselitista.hn
[● 4 SOURCES] The suspension of services is focused on immigrant visas intended for those seeking permanent residence. diariodelcauca.com.co · www.diariodelsur.com.co · extra.com.co · www.hsbnoticias.com
[● 4 SOURCES] U.S. embassies and consulates are rescheduling immigrant visa interviews due to a global consular training initiative. diariodelcauca.com.co · www.diariodelsur.com.co · extra.com.co · www.hsbnoticias.com
[● 4 SOURCES] The training aims to help officials evaluate if applicants pose a risk of becoming a public charge. diariodelcauca.com.co · www.diariodelsur.com.co · extra.com.co · www.hsbnoticias.com
[○ 1 SOURCE] USCIS has formally incorporated neighborhood investigations into its policy manual to verify naturalization applicants' information. laopinion.com
[● 2 SOURCES] The Department of Homeland Security has proposed a $103,265 fee for companies sponsoring new H-1B visas subject to the annual cap. elsolnewsmedia.com · rubypowerslaw.com