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.
529 plans offer tax advantages for US citizens living abroad and may be used for some overseas education expenses, though not all foreign education costs qualify. Eligibility rules and qualifying expense categories apply to Americans using these plans while residing outside the US.
EB-5 applicants are affected by a pause on immigrant visas, a crackdown on adjustment-of-status filings, and a September 2026 grandfathering deadline converging simultaneously. Investors in the program face significant procedural and timing pressures heading into 2026.
Under Malaysia's new Expatriate Employment Policy effective June 1, 2026, MDEC and ESD-registered companies must submit a formal Succession Planning declaration starting January 1, 2027. The requirement is being phased in to allow companies time to prepare.
USCIS issued a policy memorandum on June 17, 2026, clarifying how temporary or seasonal need is evaluated for H-2A petitions involving dairy work. Dairy-related positions may qualify for H-2A classification if employers can demonstrate their labor needs are temporary or seasonal.
The IRS is reportedly considering adding a dual citizenship question to Form 1040, according to a Reuters report. The proposal could affect the estimated five million or more US citizens who hold citizenship in another country.
The US Visa Bulletin governs access to approximately 140,000 employment-based immigrant visas available each fiscal year. The bulletin determines when foreign nationals with approved petitions can proceed with their green card applications based on priority dates.
The EU has reached a deal to overhaul air passenger rights, maintaining 3-hour delay compensation payouts and introducing new transparency requirements for hand baggage fees. The reform is also intended to make claims easier to process.
The July 2026 Visa Bulletin shows advancement in EB-1 China and EB-3 China and India, while EB-1 India retrogresses and EB-2 India becomes unavailable ahead of the fiscal year reset. Other employment-based categories see limited forward movement, reflecting continued pressure on visa numbers.