Updated to reflect the addition of health and civil unrest indicators. Exercise increased caution in Cameroon due to armed violence , civil unrest , crime , health , kidnapping , and terrorism . Some areas have increased risk. Read the entire Travel Advisory. Do Not Travel to: Northwest and...
Gabon - Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution
Updated after periodic review to include an H indicator for health. Exercise increased caution in Gabon due to crime , civil unrest , and health . Some areas have increased risk. Read the entire travel advisory. Exercise Increased Caution in: Libreville and Port Gentil due to crime, which can...
Nepal - Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution
Reissued after periodic review with updates to “if you decide to travel” section. Exercise increased caution in Nepal due to the potential for isolated political violence. Country Summary : Political demonstrations intended to be peaceful can sometimes escalate into violence and may be met with...
DHS Publishes Final Rule for the Application of Certain Mandatory Bars in Fear Screenings
As part of our continued efforts to deliver more timely consequences for noncitizens encountered who do not have a legal basis to remain in the United States—efforts that have resulted in a 60% decrease in unlawful entries since June 4—the Department of Homeland Security has finalized the rule for...
San Diego Sector Border Patrol continues to seize cocaine, arrest smugglers and scouts
SAN CLEMENTE, Calif. — Agents assigned to the U.S. Border Patrol’s San Clemente Station made another significant cocaine seizure last week on Interstate 5.
San Clemente Border Patrol agents seized more than 100 pounds of cocaine being…
DHS Strengthens H-1B Program, Allowing U.S. Employers to More Quickly Fill Critical Jobs
Rule will provide greater benefits and flexibilities for U.S. employers and specialty occupation workers, helping to meet U.S. labor needs
Brownsville CBP officers seize $3.3 million in cocaine
BROWNSVILLE, Texas — U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers at the Brownsville Port of Entry this weekend intercepted alleged cocaine valued at more than $3.3 million in a single enforcement action.
“This is a significant…
DHS Helps Companies Fill More Jobs, Strengthens Worker Protections in the H-2 Programs with Final Rule
Today, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced a final rule that will allow U.S. companies that need seasonal workers to more quickly and efficiently fill those jobs.
H-2 Final Rule
The Department of Homeland Security has announced a final rule amending regulations affecting the H-2A temporary agricultural and H-2B temporary nonagricultural programs.
CBP officers seize over $4.2M in mixed narcotics at Hidalgo Port of Entry
HIDALGO, Texas—U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Office of Field Operations officers at Hidalgo Port of Entry this weekend seized more than $4.2 million in mixed narcotics in a single enforcement action.
“This is a high-value, combination load of…
DHS Announces H-1B Modernization Final Rule to Improve Program Integrity and Efficiency
DHS today announced a final rule that modernizes the H-1B program by streamlining the approvals process, increasing its flexibility to better allow employers to retain talented workers, and improving the integrity and oversight of the program.
Progreso CBP officers arrest Mercedes, TX resident accused of a sex crime involving a minor
PROGRESO, Texas – U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers at Progreso Port of Entry encountered a man Friday evening wanted locally on an outstanding felony warrant for indecency with a child, sexual contact (fondling) issued by Hidalgo County…
$81.5 Million in Unapproved Electronic Nicotine Delivery Systems seized by Chicago CBP
CHICAGO– During the last 12 months, U.S. Customs and Border Protections (CBP) officers in Chicago made 121 seizures containing over 3.2 million prohibited Electronic Nicotine Delivery Systems (ENDS) products with a Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail…
CBP Introduces Facial Comparison Technology to Secure and Streamline International Arrivals at JFK Terminal 4
NEW YORK — U.S. Customs and Border Protection introduced biometric facial comparison technology at John F. Kennedy International Airport Terminal 4 on March 12 to further secure and streamline international travel. This action is part of a…
CBP Officers Arrest Seattle Man at Seattle-Tacoma Airport On Outstanding Warrant for Felony Assault
SEATTLE —A 46-year-old man from Seattle was taken into custody by U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers at Seattle-Tacoma Airport last Saturday when he was attempting to depart the United States en route to San Jose Cabo, Mexico,…
Vietnam - Level 1: Exercise Normal Precautions
Reissued after periodic review without changes. Exercise normal precautions in Vietnam. Read the country information page for additional information on travel to Vietnam. If you decide to travel to Vietnam: Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive Alerts and make it easier...
Vietnam - Level 1: Exercise Normal Precautions
Reissued after periodic review without changes. Exercise normal precautions in Vietnam. Read the country information page for additional information on travel to Vietnam. If you decide to travel to Vietnam: Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive Alerts and make it easier...
Laredo Sector Border Patrol Announces December’s Youth of the Month Honorees
LAREDO, Texas – Laredo Sector Border Patrol holds the Laredo Sector Border Patrol Youth of the Month program for December. The program is designed to honor and promote academic excellence throughout the area high schools in Laredo.
On Dec. 13…
New Orleans Border Patrol nets string of successful enforcement actions
NEW ORLEANS – The New Orleans Sector of the United States Border Patrol today announced several successful recent enforcement actions with law enforcement counterparts.
The Lake Charles Border Patrol Station recently assisted Baton Rouge Sheriff’s…
Philadelphia CBP Officers Bag 22 Pounds of ‘Gas Station Heroin’ Destined to Edgewater, NJ
PHILADELPHIA – U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers intercepted a shipment of a potentially dangerous tianeptine, known on the street as “gas station heroin,” at an international express consignment facility in South Jersey on December 4 that…
Suriname - Level 1: Exercise Normal Precautions
Reissued with obsolete COVID-19 page links removed. Exercise normal precautions in Suriname. Read the country information page for additional information on travel to Suriname. If you decide to travel to Suriname: Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive Alerts and make it...
Nicaragua - Level 3: Reconsider Travel
Reissued with updates to information on arbitrary enforcement of laws. Reconsider travel to Nicaragua due to arbitrary enforcement of laws , the risk of wrongful detention , and limited healthcare availability . Exercise increased caution in Nicaragua due to crime . Country Summary: The Government...
Suriname - Level 1: Exercise Normal Precautions
Reissued with obsolete COVID-19 page links removed. Exercise normal precautions in Suriname. Read the country information page for additional information on travel to Suriname. If you decide to travel to Suriname: Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive Alerts and make it...
Form I-854, Inter-Agency Alien Witness and Informant Record
Edition Date: 12/12/24. Starting March 13, 2025, we will accept only the 12/12/24 edition. Until then, you can also use the 04/01/24 edition. You can find the edition date at the bottom of the page on the form and instructions.
Form I-134, Declaration of Financial Support
Edition Date: 12/12/24. Starting March 13, 2025, we will accept only the 12/12/24 edition. Until then, you can also use the 11/09/23 edition. You can find the edition date at the bottom of the page on the form and instructions.
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