News
DHS to End H-1B Renewal Exemption: What Changes for Current Visa Holders
New DHS rule requires USCIS to review each H-1B renewal as a separate application. What this means for visa holders and how to protect yourself.
Visa Signal| Oct 14, 2026
H-1B Visa — Page 2
H-1B Visa — Page 2
Visas
Canada PR with an H-1B Visa: What Pathways Actually Exist in 2026
No dedicated H-1B pathway exists yet. Only Express Entry and PNP work today. A new category is being discussed, but an announcement isn't expected before February 2027.
Crs Signal| Oct 9, 2026
Working abroad
PERM Suspension 2026: Full List of Companies and What Applicants Should Do
DOL paused PERM processing for Microsoft, Adobe and six IT outsourcing firms on Oct 8, 2026. See the full list, what it means, and steps by green card stage.
Cap Register| Oct 8, 2026
Visas
Laid Off on H-1B: What to Do and How Long the 2026 Grace Period Actually Lasts
The H-1B grace period runs up to 60 days or until your I-94 expires, whichever comes first. Here's how porting, status changes, and B-1/B-2 risk work in 2026.
Petition Ledger| Oct 7, 2026
News
Lawsuit Challenges New USCIS Green Card Rules: What Plaintiffs Are Demanding and What It Means for Applicants
Oct 5 lawsuit targets two USCIS memos: green card approval while in the US is now 'exceptional relief,' denials can skip RFE entirely.
Cap Register| Oct 7, 2026
News
Do You Have to Pay $100,000 for H-1B? Three October 2026 Stories Getting Mixed Up With One Fee
No: the $100,000 H-1B proclamation fee is blocked by two federal court rulings. Here's how it differs from the proposed $103,000 cap-petition fee.
Cap Flux| Oct 5, 2026