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How to Get a Green Card Through Lottery (2026 Edition)
by Eve Wu on May 28, 2026
The Diversity Visa (DV) Lottery, also known as the Green Card Lottery, is a U.S. government program created to promote immigration diversity by offering a path to permanent residency. Established under theImmigration Act of 1990, the program aims to broaden the U.S. immigrant populati …
How to Renew an Indian Passport in USA (2026 Edition)
by Abby on May 21, 2026
If you are currently in the U.S. on an F1 visa with Day 1 CPT or OPT, or working under an H1B visa, and your Indian passport is nearing expiration, it is important to renew your Indian passport in time. While traveling back to India for renewal is an option, it is often not practical. …
35% H-1B Selection Rate in 2026: What’s Driving the Change?
by Tim on May 20, 2026
The H-1B lottery landscape has changed dramatically over the last few years. After record-high registration numbers and historically low odds during FY 2024, many international students and employers are finally seeing improved H-1B selection rates in 2026. However, the system itself …
Selection Rate of 35%: Analysis of 2026 H-1B Visa Lottery
by Tim on May 11, 2026
In May 2026, USCIS released FY 2027 H-1B cap registration data showing another significant decline in registrations and continued improvements in selection odds for legitimate applicants. USCIS reported approximately 211,600 registrations for FY 2027, a 38.5% decrease from the 343,981 …
What Are the Main Reasons for Immigration to America?
by Ryan Zhang on May 01, 2026
Is the “Land of Opportunity” Still Worth It in 2026? "Why do so many immigrants choose to move to the US versus all the other first-world countries that have better health care, education, and less violent crime?" - A popular Reddit thread sparked a key question. And at the very top o …
Navigating H-1B Applications in 2026: Key Steps for Success
by Tim on Feb 11, 2026
USCIS officially announced that the FY 2027 H-1B cap season opened in March 2026, continuing major changes introduced over the past few years. While H-1B selection rates improved compared with the record-low odds seen during FY 2024, the process has also become more competitive becaus …
2026 H-1B New Rules and Their Impact on International Students
by Tim on Jan 13, 2026
As of 2026, the H-1B modernization rule that took effect on January 17, 2025, remains one of the most significant updates to the visa program in recent years. The rule introduced clearer specialty occupation standards, expanded flexibility for F-1 students and H-1B employers, enhanced …
Key Policy Changes and Their Impact in 2025
by Nisha Patel on Jan 05, 2026
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2025: A Year of Major Changes in U.S. Visa and Immigration Policies The U.S. immigration system saw several major updates affecting students, workers, investors, and naturalization applicants. These changes reflected a broader shift toward stricter vetting, higher compliance standards …
OFC Appointment: What You Should Know About It?
by Christina on Jul 01, 2025
Applying for a U.S. visa can be stressful, especially with all the steps involved and little room for error. If you're an international student or professional heading to the U.S., you’ve probably come across something called an OFC (Offsite Facilitation Center) appointment—and wonder …
OPT EAD Card: Application, Fees, Processing Time
by Tim on Jun 27, 2025
If you are an international student in the U.S. planning to work after graduation, understanding the OPT EAD card is essential. This card is your key to legally working under Optional Practical Training (OPT). In this guide, we'll walk you through what it is, how to apply, processing …