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Trump’s “Gold Card” proposal has truly arrived — and it is no longer merely political rhetoric. Do you remember when Trump publicly declared: “Pay $5 million and buy a U.S. Gold Card”? Many assumed it was simply a campaign catchphrase. But now, it is clear that this concept is entering the implementation phase. The timeline: Trump publicly introduced the concept of the “Gold Card,” proposing permanent residency in exchange for a $5 million contribution; On September 19, the W

Regardless of whether you hold a tourist visa, student visa, or work visa, once you enter the United States, a personal I-94 Arrival/Departure Record is automatically generated for you. This record plays a critical role in determining whether your stay in the U.S. is considered lawful. Recently, our firm has handled multiple consultations involving abnormal I-94 records. Have you ever considered the possibility that your travel history might actually belong to someone else? R

On November 12, Congress passed and President Trump signed a short-term spending bill, officially ending the 43-day federal government shutdown that began on October 1. The bill includes a “three-in-one appropriations package” through next September and funds all federal agencies through January 30, 2026, allowing the government to resume normal operations at pre-shutdown budget levels while providing additional time to continue negotiations on the FY2026 budget. At the same

Under U.S. immigration law, a “child” is defined as an unmarried individual under 21 years old. However, due to long waiting times in some immigration categories—such as when a green card holder petitions for a child or a U.S. citizen petitions for siblings—many children may “age out” during the waiting period and lose eligibility. To address this, the Child Status Protection Act (CSPA), enacted in 2002, introduced the “age-freezing” mechanism. It allows a child’s immigration

Good news!! The lawsuit challenging the H-1B $100,000 fee has moved forward! The U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia has officially set an expedited briefing schedule: all briefs must be completed by December 8, 2025.This means the case could reach its first ruling by the end of 2025. If the court finds the policy unlawful, enforcement of the $100,000 fee could be immediately halted. Background On September 19, 2025, President Trump signed Presidential Proclamati

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has published a notice in the Federal Register , officially implementing the immigration parole fee mandated by the “One Big Beauty Bill Act.” Effective October 16, 2025 , all individuals approved for parole or re-parole —unless exempt—must pay a $1,000 fee . This fee will automatically adjust annually for inflation. What Is Immigration Parole? Simply put, parole is not a visa or a green card . It is a temporary entry permit  gra