USCIS Forms Update Notice - Form I-864
USCIS recently updated the following form(s):
Recording for August 27, 2026 Conference Call with Rajiv S. Khanna
Immigration.com
Rajiv S. Khanna, US Immigration attorney, provides free immigration help by hosting a free community conference call for US immigration-related questions every Thursday. If you are a member of our US Immigration forums, you can post questions for the call. Membership is immediate and lifelong. Walk-ins are also permitted.
Rajiv's Comments in Business Standard - US immigrant visa appointment pause clouds Indians' travel plans
Published by Business Standard - 27, August 2026
https://www.business-standard.com/immigration/us-immigrant-visa-pause-adds-to-uncertainty-over-india-us-travel-plans-126082601156_1.html
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DHS Proposes Additional H-1B Fee
Release Date08/24/2026
WASHINGTON— The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is proposing to establish a $103,265 fee for all H-1B cap-subject petitions, including those eligible for the advanced degree exemption. The proposed fee would be paid at the time of filing and would be imposed in addition to all other applicable fees or payments.
Visa Bulletin For September 2026
Number 18
Volume XI
Washington, D.C
A. STATUTORY NUMBERS FOR PREFERENCE IMMIGRANT VISAS
This bulletin summarizes the availability of immigrant numbers during September for: “Final Action Dates” and “Dates for Filing Applications,” indicating when immigrant visa applicants should be notified to assemble and submit required documentation to the National Visa Center.
Agency
Green Card
Immigration Law
Rajiv's Comments in Financial Express - Indian students on CPT now at risk of losing status over school’s mistake – Attorney explains SEVP crackdown
Published by Financial Express - August 20, 2026
https://www.financialexpress.com/immigration/indian-students-on-cpt-now…
Quotes and Excerpts from Rajiv in the article:
On paper, the SEVP message does not change the existing CPT rules, said immigration attorney Rajiv S. Khanna of Immigration.com, speaking to Financial Express.
Recording for August 20, 2026 Conference Call with Rajiv S. Khanna
Immigration.com
Rajiv S. Khanna, US Immigration attorney, provides free immigration help by hosting a free community conference call for US immigration-related questions every Thursday. You can post questions for the call if you are a member of our US Immigration forums. Membership is immediate and lifelong. Walk-ins are also permitted.
USCIS to Publish New Edition of Form I-485; Older Editions Will Be Rejected Starting Sept. 18
On Sept. 18, 2026, USCIS will publish a revised edition of Form I-485, Application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust Status (edition date: 09/18/26).
Pending B-2 Obstructing an H-1B Transfer
Question details
What options are available if a pending B-2 Change of Status application leads to multiple RFEs on a subsequent H-1B transfer because USCIS has not adjudicated the B-2?
FAQ Transcript
A two-party approach requesting assistance from local Congressmen and Senators is recommended. If congressional inquiries fail, consulting a litigator to potentially threaten a lawsuit against the US Attorney's office can help compel USCIS to resolve the delay.
Rajiv's Comments in The Times of India - Lawsuit filed challenging Trump admin’s final rule ending ‘duration of status’ for international students
Published by The Times of India - August 18, 2026
https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/world/us/lawsuit-filed-challenging-trump-admins-final-rule-ending-duration-of-status-for-international-students/articleshow/133324668.cms
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