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Immigration attorney Mona Shah has described the Trump Card as potentially amounting to "false advertising" and suggested it may not lead to any viable immigration pathway. The comments reflect ongoing skepticism among practitioners about the product's legal basis and deliverability.
The US Department of Labor has proposed a rule that would significantly increase minimum prevailing wage levels for employer-sponsored positions. Employers relying on prevailing wage determinations for sponsored workers would face higher wage obligations if the rule is finalized.
Some U.S. taxpayers with Malta-based QROPS pension arrangements are receiving letters asking them to verify whether their pension has been correctly reported under U.S. tax rules. The item outlines what compliance obligations may apply to these pension holders.
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security has automatically extended Temporary Protected Status for Lebanon by six months, covering the period from May 28, 2026 through November 27, 2026. The extension was published in the Federal Register and follows statutory requirements governing TPS designations.
The Physical Presence Test is an IRS method US citizens abroad can use to qualify for the Foreign Earned Income Exclusion (FEIE), based on spending a required number of days outside the US within any consecutive 12-month period. Meeting this test allows qualifying expats to exclude a portion of foreign-earned income from US taxable income.
US persons who give more than $19,000 to a single recipient in 2025 must file IRS Form 709, the United States Gift and Generation-Skipping Transfer Tax Return. Filing the form does not automatically trigger gift tax owed; it primarily tracks usage of the lifetime gift tax exemption.
US citizens, green card holders, and some resident aliens are required to file a federal income tax return regardless of where they live or earn income. The article outlines 14 tips related to expat tax compliance, including foreign income exclusions and reporting requirements.
An opinion piece argues that a recent USCIS policy update strengthens the competitive position of global residency-by-investment programs relative to US immigration options. The author suggests the industry views the change as advantageous for non-US residency alternatives.
Form 1040-NR (U.S. Nonresident Alien Income Tax Return) is required by the IRS for non-U.S. citizens reporting U.S.-sourced income, including income from investments, remote work, or time spent in the U.S. on a visa. Filing requirements depend on factors such as residency status, travel days, and the type of U.S. income received.
The 2026 H-1B initial selection process included two notable changes: a $100,000 fee requirement for certain petitions and at least one additional procedural change. Employers and applicants are advised to prepare contingency plans given these new requirements.
A video presents ten countries — including Guyana, Ethiopia, Mongolia, Vietnam, and Kazakhstan — as higher-growth investment destinations compared to the US and UK, citing projected GDP growth figures for this century. Countries such as Qatar, Ghana, Azerbaijan, and China/Hong Kong are also listed alongside arguments for offshore banking and citizenship diversification.
A Forbes article reports that high-net-worth Americans are increasingly pursuing second and multiple citizenships as a contingency measure amid uncertain times.
A trend is reported of wealthy Americans obtaining second and third passports through investment and residency programs, treating them as high-value assets. The Daily Tribune article includes commentary from a citizenship-by-investment industry executive on the motivations behind this behavior.
Victoria Pearce, who relocated from the US to the UK after age 40, discusses her experience of moving abroad later in life. The conversation covers personal aspects of the transition.
The U.S. State Department announced on May 22, 2026 that all available Employment-Based Second Preference (EB-2) immigrant visas chargeable to India have been issued for fiscal year 2026. No further EB-2 visas will be available for India-chargeable applicants until the new fiscal year begins.
US expats living abroad are often required to show proof of health insurance coverage as a condition of residency or visa approval in many countries. Global health insurance plans are available to meet both personal medical needs and country-specific requirements.
U.S. persons who receive gifts or inheritances from foreign individuals above certain thresholds are required to file Form 3520 with the IRS. Failure to file can result in significant penalties.
The IRS is considering a proposal that would require dual citizens to identify themselves on US tax returns. The measure would affect Americans holding second passports, not only undocumented immigrants as widely reported.
USCIS has restricted in-country green card applications by reclassifying adjustment of status as "extraordinary relief" rather than a routine pathway. A vague "economic benefit" exemption leaves EB-5 investor visa holders uncertain about their eligibility.
USCIS issued Policy Memorandum PM-602-0199 on May 21, 2026, instructing officers to treat adjustment of status as an extraordinary discretionary benefit requiring applicants to affirmatively demonstrate they merit a favorable decision. The memo does not change existing statute or regulations but signals a stricter evaluative posture for AOS applications.
On May 22, 2026, USCIS issued a policy memo stating that adjustment of status is a matter of discretion and administrative grace, effectively requiring immigrants to complete the process outside the United States. This represents a significant change to how green card applications are processed for individuals currently residing in the US.
US citizens retiring in Spain must navigate legal residency requirements, Spanish and US tax rules, and varying costs of living. The article covers visa options, healthcare access, and tax considerations relevant to long-term relocation.
US Customs and Border Protection has implemented arrival restrictions on flights entering the United States that carry travelers who have recently been in certain Central African countries, citing a confirmed Ebola outbreak in the region.
US citizens living in countries with no income tax, such as the UAE, the Bahamas, and the Cayman Islands, remain subject to US taxation regardless of residency. Moving to a zero-tax country does not eliminate IRS obligations for American expats.
American seniors moving to Canada face gaps in healthcare coverage as US plans typically do not extend across the border. The guide covers health insurance options available to this group when establishing residency in Canada.
US citizens retiring in Italy must navigate legal residency requirements, Italian and US tax obligations, healthcare access, and cost of living considerations before relocating. The process involves obtaining the appropriate visa or residency permit and managing ongoing cross-border tax compliance.
Americans living abroad are required to file US taxes annually while also complying with their country of residence's tax system. Auto-renewing tax filing subscription plans aim to maintain year-to-year compliance without manual plan renewal.
On May 18, 2026, the Trump administration invoked Title 42 of the Public Health Service Act in response to an ongoing Ebola Virus Disease outbreak in East and Central Africa. The CDC, DHS, and other federal agencies implemented enhanced travel screening, entry restrictions, and related public health measures.
The Trump administration issued an executive order titled "Restoring Integrity to America's Financial System," directing federal agencies to increase oversight of how financial institutions manage risks related to customers' immigration status. The order extends immigration enforcement efforts into the financial sector, beyond traditional border and workforce compliance measures.
The annual H-1B visa lottery is proceeding for the first time under new Trump administration rules that require sponsoring companies to pay a $100,000 fee for successful petitions. The changes represent a significant cost increase for employers sponsoring highly skilled foreign workers.
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