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USCIS has an online Electronic Reading Room with access to Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) requested documents. The Reading Room is really a Web-based searchable database of public requested FOIA documents; mixed with USCIS documents that the government decided may have a larger public demand. You can use pull-downs to choose different listed subjects and include any month/year date from January 2011 to the present. You can also type in your own keywords to search.

Please visit this page for more information: Electronic Reading Room

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This Flyer, “Domestic Travel Information for Visa Holders” was created by American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA) and explains as a Visa Holder it is important for you to know your Status, ICE has detained individuals at airports while traveling domestically based on passenger data, including legal Status. Review this AILA Flyer to understand the risks of traveling within the United States and how best to avoid them.

Background:

The Status – The legal category assigned to you by an immigration officer when you enter the United States, often shown on your I-94 arrival record. It determines what you are allowed to do day to day, including whether you may study or work.

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We wanted to find a new way to engage our reader base. Every other Friday, we will post the ten (10) best/most frequently asked questions received during the week from our h1bvisalawyerblog, Facebook, and Twitter readers. We will answer those questions and provide the Q&A on our H-1B Visa Lawyer Blog.

If you have a burning question, are seeking assistance with a difficult immigration related case, wish to discuss your views on Comprehensive Immigration Reform, DREAMers, Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals, priority dates, the monthly visa bulletin, adjustment applications, etc., please contact us by submitting your question/comment/viewpoint in our comment box provided on our H-1B Visa Lawyer Blog.

Our next “Q & A Forum” will take place this Friday, August 14, 2026. Act now and submit your questions!

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This Flyer, “Domestic Travel Information for Green Card Holders” was created by American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA) and explains as a lawful permanent resident (LPR), you have important rights, but your Green Card does not protect you from arrest, questioning, or removal. Different situations like a traffic stops in certain states, an old conviction, or even signing the wrong form could lead to removal proceedings under the Trump Administration. Review this AILA Flyer to know your rights before traveling in the United States.

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AILA (AILA.org), 7/31/26, AILA Client Flyer (PDF):

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You can now check USCIS processing times online at the USCIS web site. All you need to enter is your form number, and the office processing your case. USCIS has made processing times easier to understand and provide a more realistic date range.

Check Case Processing Times

The processing time range is how long it is taking for USCIS to process your type of case from the date they received it. USCIS processes cases in the order they receive them, and they normally update this information monthly. The estimated time range displayed is based on data captured over the last two months. Frequently Asked Questions About Processing Times

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  1. Is there a new program to get an expedited visitor visa interview?

Yes. The Nonimmigrant Visa Expedited Appointment Pilot Program was just announced on July 22, 2026. The Pilot program will be tested at select U.S. embassies and consulates through December 31, 2026. Under the program those eligible for a B visa (Visitor Visa), may pay a $750.00 per appointment fee to schedule a visa interview within 10 business days (subject to availability). This fee is in addition to the normal $185.00 MRV fee required when scheduling an appointment. The expedited appointment fee is not refundable.

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After the Supreme Court ruled against President Trump’s birthright citizenship restrictions last month, he said he would seek a rehearing. The deadline to request one passed on Tuesday, July 28. The writer noted, “The court has not agreed to rehear an argued case in more than 50 years.”

For further details please review the AP News Article, “Deadline passes for Trump to ask Supreme Court to reconsider birthright citizenship ruling“!

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