Immigration Law and Legal Insights

Greenberg Traurig shareholders Kate Kalmykov and Cole Heyer present a comprehensive webinar on navigating the surge in ICE I-9 audits, covering self-audit strategies under attorney-client privilege, penalty considerations, and common compliance pitfalls. Participants will gain practical frameworks for strengthening their organization's I-9 compliance processes in today's evolving enforcement environment.

Following two federal court decisions, the U.S. Department of State has lifted categorical pauses on immigrant visa issuance for nationals of 75 countries and diversity visa processing for DV-2026 selectees. While these policy changes allow cases to proceed through ordinary adjudication, they do not guarantee visa approval or admission, and timing remains critical as diversity visa eligibility expires September 30, 2026.

Many individuals with minimal ties to the United States are exploring the process of renouncing their citizenship, driven primarily by administrative burdens rather than tax avoidance. Understanding the implications, from loss of access rights to potential impacts on future generations, requires careful consideration before taking the oath of renunciation.

Over the past two weeks, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has transferred a large volume of pending EB-5-based Form I-485 adjustment of status applications from the California Service Center (CSC) to the Texas Service Center (TSC). Immediately following transfer, some applicants are receiving Requests for Evidence (RFEs) seeking Form I-693 medical examinations and providing 30 days to respond.

The September 2026 Visa Bulletin reveals critical changes for EB-5 investors, particularly those from India, as unreserved visa numbers become unavailable for the remainder of FY2026. While set-aside categories remain current across all countries, the bulletin warns of potential further retrogression and highlights the importance of understanding how country of chargeability and investment category selection impact visa availability and processing timelines.

ABD Dışişleri Bakanlığı dünya çapındaki göçmen vizesi görüşmelerini geçici olarak durdurdu. Konsolosluk görevlileri, başvuru sahiplerinin ABD'de kamu yardımlarına bağımlı hale gelme ihtimalini değerlendirmek için yeni bir eğitim programından geçiyor. Bu değişiklik, göçmen vizesi başvuru sahiplerini nasıl etkiliyor ve kamuya yük olma kural...

Greenberg Traurig shareholders Kate Kalmykov and Cole Heyer present a comprehensive webinar on navigating the surge in ICE I-9 audits, covering self-audit strategies under attorney-client privilege, penalty considerations, and common compliance pitfalls. Participants will gain practical frameworks for strengthening their organization's I-9 compliance processes in today's evolving enforcement environment.

Following two federal court decisions, the U.S. Department of State has lifted categorical pauses on immigrant visa issuance for nationals of 75 countries and diversity visa processing for DV-2026 selectees. While these policy changes allow cases to proceed through ordinary adjudication, they do not guarantee visa approval or admission, and timing remains critical as diversity visa eligibility expires September 30, 2026.

The Department of Homeland Security has confirmed that Salvadoran Temporary Protected Status beneficiaries remain protected despite the September 9, 2026 expiration date, though no formal announcement has been made regarding the program's future. This development raises critical questions about employer obligations and the potential scenarios that may unfold, including termination with a 60-day notice period or an extension of the designation.