U.S. to Revoke Student Visas If Schools Move Courses Online

On July 14, 2020, the U.S. government rescinded this proposed new policy. Follow the Moro Legal blog and Facebook page for further updates. On July 6, 2020, the Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP) announced a change to its temporary exemption for foreign students in the USA who are taking their classes online during the …

“Public Charge” Rules Implemented for U.S. Visa and Green Card Applicants

[column width=”1/1″ last=”true” title=”” title_type=”single” animation=”none” implicit=”true”] Those applying for U.S. Visas and Green Cards will now face screening based on income, assets, health conditions, insurance coverage, and past use of public benefits. On February 24, 2020, new “Public Charge” rules went into effect for U.S. Citizenship & Immigration Services (USCIS) and the U.S. Department …

“Birth Tourism” Ban Means Women May Be Denied U.S. Visitor Visas

On January 24, 2020, the U.S. Department of State published a new rule in the Federal Register banning “birth tourism,” effective immediately. Previously, B-1/B-2 visitor visas allowed foreign visitors to visit the United States for business or pleasure, including tourism, social visits, or receiving medical treatment in the U.S. The new rule revises the definition …