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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...

Many foreign nationals who come to the U.S. under a J-1 Exchange Visitor visa find themselves caught in a unique legal bind: the two-year home residency requirement, also known as Section 212(e) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA). This rule can limit access to certain immigration benefits and delay future U.S. immigration plans. At VKM Law Group, our team regularly works with individuals navigating the complexities of J-1 visa restrictions. In this article, we’ll explain what the home residency requirement restricts — and how options like the O-1 visa can offer a powerful legal workaround. Understanding Section 212(e): The Two-Year Home...

A recent U.S. Supreme Court decision has introduced a new wave of uncertainty for many Venezuelan nationals in the United States. The Court allowed federal authorities to proceed with a change that could limit protections for individuals who received Temporary Protected Status (TPS) under a more recent designation. While not everyone is affected, the implications are serious enough that both individuals and employers need to pay attention. The federal government has been authorized to move forward with plans that may end legal protections and work permissions for certain TPS holders. This specifically targets a group of Venezuelan nationals who received TPS...