New internal USCIS guidance instructs immigration officers not to approve any application that has not completed expanded FBI background checks. The requirement applies to pending applications involving fingerprint submission, including naturalization, permanent residency, and family-based sponsorship petitions.
Brandon Mitchener of Tax Fairness for Americans Abroad presented at the 2026 US Expats Financial Conference on the legislative steps required to shift the US from citizenship-based to residence-based taxation. The session outlined the current congressional pathway for such a reform.
An overview of countries where Americans can retire outside the U.S., covering considerations such as healthcare access, residency requirements, and practical livability. The guide addresses how to evaluate options from a distance.
A page describes automation and integration tools for immigration-related workflows and systems. No specific policy changes or updates are detailed.
A post covers immigration data, research, and information systems. No specific policy changes or findings are described in the available excerpt.
Technology and AI solutions are being applied to support employers and sponsorship-related immigration processes. No specific product, policy change, or jurisdiction is identified in the available content.
The L.A. Times published an article on wealthy Americans, particularly Californians, pursuing golden visa residency programs abroad as a hedge against US political uncertainty. The piece covers the trend of converting capital into second passports and overseas residency.
A session at the 2026 US Expats Financial Conference covers proactive tax planning strategies for Americans abroad, moving beyond basic compliance. The talk is presented by the founder of Tax Samaritan.
A new U.S. remittance tax enacted into law applies starting in 2026 to certain transfers of money sent abroad, including transfers used to support family or move funds across borders. The final law is reported to be narrower in scope than earlier legislative proposals.