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USCIS Issues Updated Guidance on Evidence for Applicants Under the International Entrepreneur Rule
We are issuing updated policy guidance on the types of evidence that may support an application under the International Entrepreneur Rule.
Bosnia and Herzegovina - Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution
Exercise increased caution in Bosnia and Herzegovina due to terrorism, crime, and land mines . Country Summary: Terrorist groups continue plotting possible attacks in Bosnia and Herzegovina. Terrorists may attack with little or no warning, targeting tourist locations, transportation hubs,...
Guinea - Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution
Updated to reflect change in Travel Advisory from a Level 3 to a Level 2 and removing the “E” (time-limited event) indicator related to the catastrophic 2023 fuel depot explosion and its after-effects. Exercise increased caution in Guinea due to crime , civil unrest , and inadequate health...
Bosnia and Herzegovina - Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution
Exercise increased caution in Bosnia and Herzegovina due to terrorism, crime, and land mines . Country Summary: Terrorist groups continue plotting possible attacks in Bosnia and Herzegovina. Terrorists may attack with little or no warning, targeting tourist locations, transportation hubs,...
CBP seizes nearly $7.5M in methamphetamine at the Pharr International Bridge
PHARR, Texas – U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Office of Field Operations (OFO) officers at the Pharr International Bridge this week seized nearly $7.5 million in methamphetamine concealed within a tractor trailer hauling jicama.
“Seizures like…
Border Patrol agents seize nearly 5 pounds of fentanyl after short pursuit
ALPINE, Calif. — After trying to flee from agents, two suspected drug smugglers were arrested, and narcotics were seized.
Fentanyl smugglers crashed their vehicle on Interstate 8 during an attempt to flee Border Patrol agents.
Thursday…
USCIS Revised Form I-485, Application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust Status
On Dec. 10, 2024, we published a new edition of Form I-485, Application to Register Permanent Resident or Adjust Status, which includes updates to questions and instructions. Starting Feb. 10, 2025, we will accept only the 10/24/24 edition of Form I-485 and will reject any older editions of Form...
Final Rule Permanently Increases the Automatic Extension Period for Certain Employment Authorization Document Renewal Applicants
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) today announced a final rule that will permanently increase the automatic extension period of employment authorization and employment authorization documentation from up to 180 days to up to 540 days from the expiration date stated on expiring Employment...
DHS Announces Permanent Increase of the Automatic Extension Period for Certain Employment Authorization Document Renewal Applicants
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced a final rule that will support U.S. employers, foster economic growth, and improve access to employment authorization documents (EAD) for eligible individuals by permanently increasing the automatic extension period of employment authorization and...
CBP, U.S. Chamber Urge Holiday Shoppers to Beware of Counterfeits
WASHINGTON – As consumers prepare for holiday shopping, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce are hitting the airwaves and television networks nationwide to brief consumers on the counterfeit goods industry,…
CBP officers at Presidio port make large methamphetamine seizure
PRESIDIO, TEXAS – U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers working at the Presidio port of entry seized 68 pounds of methamphetamine December 7. The drugs were hidden in a vehicle being driven by a 47-year-old female citizen of Mexico.…
USCIS Revised Form I-485, Application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust Status
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services published a new edition of Form I-485, Application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust Status (edition date 10/24/24).
Dulles Agriculture Specialists Catch Two Dangerous Insect Pests of Distinction – One First-in-Port, One Not Seen in 40 Years
STERLING, Va. – U.S. Department of Agriculture entomologists recently confirmed that U.S. Customs and Border Protection agriculture specialists at Washington Dulles International Airport intercepted two insect pests that hold interesting distinction…
Philadelphia CBP Officers Continue to Seize London-Bound Marijuana after Bagging a Combined 179 Pounds Before Thanksgiving
PHILADELPHIA – Londoners sure aren’t thankful today after U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers seized a combined 179 more pounds of United Kingdom-bound marijuana before Thanksgiving at an international shipping service facility in Delaware…
Honduras - Level 3: Reconsider Travel
Reconsider travel to Honduras due to crime . Read the entire Travel Advisory. Do not travel to: Gracias a Dios Department, most eastern department, due to crime . Country Summary : Violent crime, such as homicide, armed robbery, and kidnapping, remains common. Violent gang activity, such as...
Costa Rica - Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution
Exercise increased caution in Costa Rica due to crime . Country Summary: Petty crime is common throughout Costa Rica. Violent crime, including armed robbery, homicide, and sexual assault, also affects tourists. Read the country information page for additional information on travel to Costa Rica. If...
Honduras - Level 3: Reconsider Travel
Reconsider travel to Honduras due to crime . Read the entire Travel Advisory. Do not travel to: Gracias a Dios Department, most eastern department, due to crime . Country Summary : Violent crime, such as homicide, armed robbery, and kidnapping, remains common. Violent gang activity, such as...
REMINDER: Form I-693 for Applicants with Pending Form I-485
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) reminds stakeholders that on April 4, 2024, we issued policy guidance in the USCIS Policy Manual stating that a Form I-693, Report of Immigration Medical Examination and Vaccination Record, that is properly completed and signed by a civil surgeon on...
Harlingen woman arrested at Progreso Port of Entry for a felony warrant for alleged sexual assault of a child
PROGRESO, Texas – U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers at Progreso Port of Entry encountered a woman wanted on an outstanding felony warrant for alleged Failure to Appear – Felony Sexual Assault of a Child including Grooming.
“CBP officers…
Form G-1055, Fee Schedule
Edition Date: 12/09/24. You can find the edition date at the bottom of the page of Form G-1055, Fee Schedule.
U.S. Customs and Border Protection to host in-person resume and application workshop
EL CENTRO, Calif. – U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) will be hosting a CBP Resume and Application Workshop on Thursday, December 12, 2024.
What to expect:
The event will run from 4-8 p.m.
CBP recruiters will be on-site to provide…
U.S. Customs and Border Protection to host in-person women’s resume and application workshop
SAN DIEGO, Calif. – U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) will be hosting a CBP Women’s Application Workshop / Job Fair Thursday, Dec. 12, 2024.
What to expect:
The event will be held from 4-7:45 p.m.
CBP recruiters will be on-site to…
CBP officers seize large cache of testosterone and other steroids at Laredo Port of Entry; driver arrested
LAREDO, Texas—U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Office of Field Operations officers at the Laredo Port of Entry this week seized a large cache of testosterone and other steroids with a gross weight of more than 21 pounds hidden within a passenger…
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines - Level 1: Exercise Normal Precautions
Updated to add Petit Saint Vincent to the list of islands affected by Hurricane Beryl in July 2024. Exercise normal precautions in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines. The islands of Canouan, Mayreau, Palm Island, Petit Saint Vincent, and Union Island are in varying stages of recovery from Hurricane...
Malawi - Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution
Reissued after periodic review without changes. Exercise increased caution in Malawi due to crime and civil unrest. Country Summary: Violent crime such as theft, burglary, armed robbery, and assault is common. The capabilities of the Malawi Police Service are growing but its resources and abilities...