Today, in continued support of Enduring Welcome, and by congressional directive, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services announced it is extending and expanding some previously announced filing fee exemptions and expedited application processing for certain Afghan nationals.
Uzbekistan - Level 1: Exercise Normal Precautions
Reissued after periodic review with no changes. Exercise normal precautions in Uzbekistan. Read the country information page for additional information on travel to Uzbekistan. If you decide to travel to Uzbekistan: Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive Alerts and make...
77 migrants including one fugitive discovered in stash houses
EL PASO, Texas – U.S. Border Patrol Agents and law enforcement partners arrested an individual wanted for murder as part of a group of 77 smuggled migrants discovered in two stash houses in El Paso on Tuesday.
U.S. Border Patrol El Paso…
CBP Reminds Traveling Public About TTP Fee Changes
WASHINGTON — International travelers planning to apply for one of U.S. Customs and Border Protection’s (CBP) Trusted Traveler Programs (TTP) are reminded that application fees will increase to $120 on Oct. 1.
This is the first fee…
Del Rio CBP officers apprehend man wanted on warrant for alleged indecent exposure to a minor
DEL RIO, Texas – U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers at Del Rio Port of Entry this week encountered a man wanted on an outstanding felony state warrant for indecent exposure to a minor.
“Our frontline CBP officers continue to be resolute in…
Algeria - Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution
Reissued after periodic review with minor edits. Exercise increased caution in Algeria due to terrorism and kidnapping . Do not travel to: Areas near the eastern and southern borders due to terrorism and kidnapping . Areas in the Sahara Desert due to terrorism and kidnapping . Country Summary:...
Algeria - Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution
Reissued after periodic review with minor edits. Exercise increased caution in Algeria due to terrorism and kidnapping . Do not travel to: Areas near the eastern and southern borders due to terrorism and kidnapping . Areas in the Sahara Desert due to terrorism and kidnapping . Country Summary:...
USCIS Makes Additional Updates to Policy Guidance for the “Sought to Acquire” Requirement Under the Child Status Protection Act
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services is updating guidance in the Policy Manual (Volume 7, Part A, Chapter 7), to clarify how to calculate the Child Status Protection Act (CSPA) age for noncitizens who demonstrate extraordinary circumstances.
CBP Officers make huge bologna and prescription drug bust at Presidio port
PRESIDIO, TEXAS – U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers working at the Presidio port of entry seized 748 pounds Mexican bologna September 23, 2024. The prohibited meat was in a vehicle that arrived from Mexico. CBP officers also…
CBP officers seize $815K in cocaine at Eagle Pass Port of Entry
EAGLE PASS, Texas – U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers at Eagle Pass Port of Entry this weekend seized more than $815,000 in cocaine hidden within a vehicle during an examination.
“Our frontline CBP officers utilized an effective…
Form N-648, Medical Certification for Disability Exceptions
Edition Date: 09/25/24. Starting Jan. 6, 2025, we will accept only the 09/25/24 edition. Until then, you can also use the 08/19/22 edition. You can find the edition date at the bottom of the page on the form and instructions.
USCIS Makes Additional Updates to Policy Guidance for the “Sought to Acquire” Requirement Under the Child Status Protection Act
USCIS Makes Additional Updates to Policy Guidance for the “Sought to Acquire” Requirement Under the Child Status Protection ActU.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services today issued guidance in the USCIS Policy Manual to clarify how to calculate the Child Status Protection Act (CSPA) age for a...
Form I-407, Record of Abandonment of Lawful Permanent Resident Status
Edition Date: 09/25/24. Starting Jan. 6, 2025, you should use the 09/25/24 edition. We will also accept prior editions. You can find the edition date at the bottom of the page on the form and instructions.
Sao Tome and Principe - Level 1: Exercise Normal Precautions
Reissued after periodic review without changes. Exercise normal precautions in Sao Tome and Principe. Read the Country Information Page for additional information on travel to Sao Tome and Principe. If you decide to travel to Sao Tome and Principe: Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (...
CBP officers seize $79K in unreported currency at Hidalgo International Bridge
HIDALGO, Texas – U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers at Hidalgo International Bridge this week seized more than $79,000 in unreported currency hidden within a vehicle during an outbound examination.
“Our frontline CBP officers utilized…
Laredo Sector Border Patrol commences the Youth of the Month program for the 2024-2025 school year
LAREDO, Texas – Laredo Sector Border Patrol initiates the Laredo Sector Border Patrol Youth of the Month program for the 2024-2025 school year. The program is designed to honor and promote academic excellence throughout the area high schools…
Wilmington CBP Officers Seize $151k in Counterfeit Designer Brand Name Handbags
WILMINGTON, Del. – Two weeks after seizing a shipment of counterfeit Lululemon belt bags, U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers in Wilmington, Del., seized a shipment of counterfeit designer brand name handbags. The counterfeit handbags, had…
Nearly $270K in Unapproved FDA Drugs Seized by Cincinnati CBP
CINCINNATI–During a week-long joint operation between U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), CBP officers inspected hundreds of boxes containing possible counterfeit and unapproved medications. A wide…
CBP officers seize $675K worth of cocaine at the Brownsville and Matamoros International Bridge
BROWNSVILLE, Texas — U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Office of Field Operations officers assigned to the Brownsville and Matamoros International Bridge intercepted a load of alleged cocaine valued at approximately $675,850 hidden within a…
Guidance on Paying Fees and Completing Information for Form I-140, Immigrant Petition for Alien Workers
Be sure to provide the correct payment and complete information when filing Form I-140, Immigrant Petition for Alien Workers.
Laredo CBP officers apprehend man wanted for rape
LAREDO, Texas – U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers at Laredo Port of Entry this weekend encountered a man wanted by the Columbus, Ohio Police Department on an outstanding felony warrant for rape.
“Sexual abuse can be devastating to those…
CBP officers seize over 100 pounds of blue fentanyl pills concealed throughout vehicle
CALEXICO, Calif., — CBP officers assigned to the Calexico East Port of Entry seized approximately 120 pounds of blue fentanyl pills concealed throughout the entirety of a vehicle last week.
The discovery took place on Monday, September 16, at…
Guidance on Paying Fees and Completing Information for Form I-140, Immigrant Petition for Alien Workers
Be sure to provide the correct payment and complete information when filing Form I-140, Immigrant Petition for Alien Workers.
USCIS Announces Employment Authorization Procedures for Liberians Covered by Deferred Enforced Departure
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services today posted a Federal Register notice establishing procedures for Liberians covered by Deferred Enforced Departure to apply for Employment Authorization Documents that will be valid through June 30, 2026.
Deferred Enforced Departure for Liberians
On Sept. 23, 2024, the Department of Homeland Security posted for public inspection a Federal Register notice implementing employment authorization for individuals covered by Deferred Enforced Departure (DED) for Liberians for 24 months.
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