Immigration Considerations In The Offshore Wind Sector

The U.S. Department of State has temporarily paused immigrant visa interviews worldwide to conduct training programs for consular officers on public charge assessments. This development affects scheduling at U.S. embassies and consulates globally, though it does not mean all immigrant visa applications have been canceled or permanently suspended.

If you're applying for adjustment of status to become a permanent resident (green card holder) in the United States, you'll need to complete a medical examination as part of the process.

A federal judge has invalidated the U.S. Department of State's nationality-based policy suspending immigrant visa issuance for nationals of 75 countries. The ruling in CLINIC v. Rubio requires the government to return to individualized adjudication under U.S. immigration law, though it does not eliminate existing travel restrictions or guarantee visa issuance.

Following a federal court order in Medani v. Trump, the U.S. Department of State has resumed issuing Diversity Immigrant Visas after a nine-month pause that began in December 2025. DV-2026 selectees now face a critical deadline of September 30, 2026, to complete their visa processing or permanently lose their opportunity for permanent residence through the diversity visa lottery program.

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security has proposed a $103,265 fee for cap-subject H-1B petitions, potentially transforming the economics of foreign worker sponsorship. This comprehensive analysis examines who would pay this substantial charge, when it would apply, its legal foundation compared to the previously challenged $100,000 rule, and the potential court challenges that could determine whether federal agencies can impose six-figure fees on employers to fund broader immigration system costs.

The U.S. Department of State (DOS) has announced that, effective January 21, 2026, it will indefinitely pause the issuance of immigrant visas for nationals of 75 countries while it conducts...

Building a successful O-1 visa case requires more than collecting awards and credentials—it demands strategic evidence organization, clear demonstration of extraordinary ability, and careful planning of proposed U.S. work. This comprehensive guide reveals how to construct a legally persuasive petition that connects achievements to regulatory criteria and positions applicants for approval.

If your goal is to make it through the EB1A process you'll be happy to know that just 54% of petitions actually get rejected in 2026.

A federal court in Massachusetts has postponed the Department of Homeland Security rule that would have ended 'duration of status' admissions for F, J, and I nonimmigrants, originally scheduled to take effect September 15, 2026. This preliminary injunction affects students, exchange visitors, foreign media representatives, and their sponsoring institutions, though the postponement is not a final invalidation of the rule and litigation continues.

A federal court’s injunction over the DHS fixed-period admission rule nationwide means the existing duration-of-status (D/S) framework for F-1 international students and J-1 exchange visitors will remain in place while litigation continues.

The Ministry of Justice has extended the exemption until December 31, 2025. Applicants from eligible countries or regions will see a pop-up notification on the K-ETA website when selecting their nationality.

TheEU Home Affairs Commissioner confirmed on October 10, 2024 that the November 10, 2024 commencement date for the EES was no longer viable.

Effective immediately, applicants renewing their work permits in mainland United Arab Emirates will be required to amend their job title ...

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is extending Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for El Salvador for 18 months, from March 10, 2025 to September 9...

The Department of Home Affairs and Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade released further details on the Work and Holiday program initiatives for Mainland China, India and Vietnam, following the Federal Budget announcement.

Effective July 10, 2024, nationals of Botswana and South Africa will no longer enjoy visa-exempt status in Ireland (whether for tourism or business travel) and instead will need to have a visa...

The Exit and Entry Bureau of Mainland China announced that foreign nationals who are permanent residents of Hong Kong SAR and Macau SAR can now apply for a new travel permit...

The following countries have extended internal checks at their borders into March-June 2025: Austria, Denmark, France, Germany, Italy, Norway, Slovenia and Sweden.

The governments of Mainland China and Georgia have signed a mutual visa exemption agreement that, once implemented, will allow nationals of both countries holding valid passports to be visa exempt to enter...

Immigration authorities in Saudi Arabia unexpectedly replaced Work Visit and Commercial Visit Visas with a uniform Visit Visa for Business.