USCIS Updates TPS Rules for Burma, South Sudan & Somalia
The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), together with E-Verify, has released updated guidance affecting individuals with Temporary Protected Status (TPS) from Burma (Myanmar), South Sudan, and Somalia. The changes impact the validity of certain Employment Authorization Documents (EADs) and…
DHS Introduces Mandatory E-Filing Framework for USCIS
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has issued an Interim Final Rule (IFR) that lays the foundation for mandatory electronic filing (e-filing) of selected immigration benefit requests with U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). Scheduled for publication in the…
Schengen Countries Issued 10.2 Million Visas in 2025
The Schengen Area issued 10,265,942 uniform short-stay visas through its consulates in 2025, marking a 5.2% increase compared to 2024, according to the latest official statistics published by the European Commission. While visa issuance continued its post-pandemic recovery, overall numbers…
EU AI Transparency Rules Are Now Live
Artificial intelligence is evolving at an unprecedented pace, making it harder than ever to distinguish authentic content from AI-generated media. From realistic deepfakes to AI-written articles and virtual assistants, these technologies are transforming how we consume information—but they also introduce…