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Effective June 2025, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is offering a new option for noncitizens in the U.S. with final deportation orders: self-deportation via the CBP Home App—now with forgiveness of daily fines that can reach up to $1,000 per day for overstaying. Key Benefits of the CBP Home App Program: ✅ Fines Waived for failure to depart after deportation or voluntary departure order ✈️ Free flight to your home country 💵 $1,000 stipend after confirmed return 📱 Available on Apple and Android (Search: CBP Home) This program is aimed at giving individuals the chance to leave voluntarily without penalties and...

As of June 11, 2025, the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has implemented a critical update to its policy regarding the Form I-693, Report of Immigration Medical Examination and Vaccination Record. This change significantly impacts applicants pursuing adjustment of status and highlights the importance of staying up to date with immigration procedures. If you’re navigating the complex U.S. immigration system, the VKM Law Group—a trusted Immigration Attorney in New Jersey—is here to ensure you remain compliant and informed. Under the new policy, any Form I-693 signed on or after November 1, 2023, is only valid while the immigration application...

On June 4, 2025, the White House issued a Presidential Proclamation introducing new travel and visa restrictions on nationals from 19 countries. These restrictions, which will take effect at 12:01 AM (EDT) on June 9, 2025, represent a significant shift in U.S. immigration policy and will have far-reaching consequences for travelers, foreign workers, employers, and families. As a leading Immigration Attorney in New Jersey, VKM Law Group is here to help you understand what this means, who is affected, and what steps you can take to protect your immigration status or business operations. Overview: The Scope and Purpose of the Proclamation This proclamation...