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2025-07-30
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In July 2025, the U.S. government introduced several significant immigration-related policy changes. The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) released updated guidance on Parole and Temporary Protected Status (TPS), emphasizing that the SAVE system does not automatically reflect recent changes in immigration status. As a result, employers and agencies relying on SAVE for verification may need to re-submit requests to ensure they are using current information.

Beginning September 2, 2025, the Department of State will substantially limit eligibility for nonimmigrant visa interview waivers. Most applicants—including children under 14 and adults over 79—will now need to attend in-person interviews, except in narrowly defined cases such as certain diplomatic visas or renewals under strict conditions. This is expected to lengthen visa processing times and increase demand for appointments.

Additionally, USCIS issued an implementation plan for Executive Order 14160, which aims to restrict birthright citizenship for children born in the U.S. to noncitizen parents who are either unlawfully present or in temporary immigration status. Although the order is currently blocked by a federal injunction, DHS is preparing for future enforcement, potentially impacting how such children derive immigration status.

A new $250 “Visa Integrity Fee” was also introduced as part of the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act.” This fee will apply to most nonimmigrant visa categories, including H-1B, F-1, and J-1, without exceptions—even for dependents. USCIS has also released an updated fee schedule, prompting employers to reassess their immigration budgets and policies.

Meanwhile, the Department of State launched an investigation into Harvard University’s J-1 exchange visitor program, citing national security concerns. The inquiry may reflect broader government scrutiny of J-1 sponsors, signaling tighter compliance enforcement across academic and research institutions.

Visa reciprocity agreements were also revised for over 50 countries, reducing the validity of many nonimmigrant visas—often to just three months and single entry—affecting categories such as B, F, J, and O. These changes could disrupt travel planning and mobility for many foreign nationals.

Lastly, the Department of Labor’s Office of Foreign Labor Certification (OFLC) announced changes to its mailing and email systems. While the transition is expected to be smooth, stakeholders are encouraged to update their contact records and communication templates to avoid delays.

Overall, these developments indicate a trend toward stricter immigration enforcement, higher costs, and increased administrative burden for employers, institutions, and visa applicants alike.
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