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On September 19, 2025, the U.S. President issued a groundbreaking proclamation that redefines the landscape of the H-1B visa program, a long-standing pathway for skilled foreign professionals to work in the United States. For employers, employees, and legal practitioners, this new development introduces high-stakes financial and procedural challenges and demands immediate attention. As a leading immigration law firm serving clients across the United States, VKM Law Group breaks down what this means for you and how we can help you navigate this complex transition. What Does the New H-1B Proclamation Say? Effective September 21, 2025, U.S. employers seeking to hire foreign workers under...

When a U.S. citizen wants to sponsor a close family member for a green card, the typical route is filing Form I-130 (Petition for Alien Relative) with U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). But in certain urgent and exceptional circumstances, it may be possible to file the petition directly at a U.S. Embassy or Consulate abroad — including in India. This path can sometimes save valuable time, but it’s important to know who qualifies, what counts as exceptional, and how the process works.   Who Can File at the Embassy? This option is available only to U.S. citizens (not permanent residents). And it applies...

On August 19, 2025, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) released a significant policy update that could affect thousands of foreign nationals applying for immigration benefits. Under this new guidance, USCIS officers may now consider whether an applicant has engaged in so-called “anti-American” activity when making discretionary decisions on cases. This update highlights the need for individuals and employers to be more mindful of online presence, affiliations, and public conduct when pursuing U.S. immigration benefits.   What Is Considered “Anti-American” Activity? USCIS has not issued a strict definition, but examples include: Social media posts promoting anti-American or antisemitic views. Affiliations with organizations that oppose...