News & policy tracker
Policy tracker
Recent immigration rules, fee changes and court orders that may affect your options, with status and official sources.
How does the rule checker work?
Each change in our policy tracker has one to three simple questions. Answer them, and the checker lists the changes that may apply to you, with a short note on why, the official source and the guides to read next. Answer "Not sure" when you don't know; we'll list those so you can check them.
The tracker is updated as rules, fees and court orders change. A change marked "Court order" or "Proposed" may not be in effect, and its status can shift quickly. Common topics include USCIS fee changes, the $100,000 H-1B fee and TPS decisions. To hear about new changes, get email updates; if a change affects your case, email us to be connected with a participating attorney.
Frequently asked questions
How current is the rule checker?
The checker uses the same data as our policy tracker, which shows the date it was last checked. We review official sources such as the Federal Register, USCIS announcements and court dockets and update entries when something changes. Court orders and proposed rules can shift quickly, so open the official source for anything that affects you.
Does a "proposed" rule apply to me?
No. A proposed rule is a draft and is not in effect until the agency publishes a final rule and that rule takes effect. We include proposals so you can plan ahead and, if you wish, submit a public comment through federalregister.gov or regulations.gov before the comment deadline listed in the notice.
What should I do if a new rule affects me?
Read the linked guide and the official source, note any effective dates or deadlines, and check whether a court order has paused the change. Before you file, travel or change jobs, consider talking to an immigration attorney or accredited representative about how the change applies to your specific situation.
Is the $100,000 H-1B fee in effect?
Not as of October 28, 2026. A September 2025 presidential proclamation required a $100,000 payment for certain new H-1B petitions, but federal courts have blocked its collection, most recently through a preliminary injunction issued September 30, 2026. The government is appealing, so the status can change. Check our H-1B fee guide for the latest.
Official sources
General information, not legal advice. Immigration rules change and every case is different; talk to a qualified immigration attorney about your situation. USVisa.com is not a government website. Spot an error? Tell us.
