Willy, Nanayakkara and Associates Attorneys and Counselors at Law

06/10/2026

06/10/2026 Immigration Law Webinar

06/10/2026

Important update for applicants from travel-ban countries.
On June 5, 2026, a federal district court in Rhode Island declared unlawful and vacated four USCIS policies affecting foreign nationals from the 40 jurisdictions subject to the current travel ban. The court found the policies violated the Administrative Procedure Act and set them aside with nationwide effect.
The vacated policies had (1) suspended adjudications of benefits applications filed by nationals of travel-ban countries, (2) treated being from a travel-ban country as a negative discretionary factor, (3) required re-review of benefits approved on or after January 20, 2021, and (4) paused asylum adjudications.
The case is Dorcas International Institute of Rhode Island v. USCIS, No. 1:26-cv-00132 (D.R.I.). The government is expected to appeal and may seek a stay, so the status of affected cases could change.
If your immigration benefits application has been held or affected because of a travel-ban country designation, call (281) 265-2522 or visit www.grwpc.com to make an appointment. We are involved and informed, and for more personalized solutions, schedule a consultation today.
Sources:

USCIS: www.uscis.gov
U.S. District Court for the District of Rhode Island, Dorcas Intl. Institute of Rhode Island v. USCIS

06/09/2026

Join W***y Nanayakkara & Associates' partner James Parker on Wednesday, June 10 at 10:30 AM CST for our weekly webinar.
On June 8, a federal district court in Massachusetts vacated the $100,000 H-1B fee, ruling the policy unlawful. James will explain the decision and what it means for employers and H-1B professionals.
Topics will include:
• What the court decided and the legal grounds for the ruling
• Whether the fee applies to current and pending filings
• The expected appeal and the possibility of a stay
• Practical considerations for planned H-1B petitions
We welcome your questions during the session.
Website: www.grwpc.com
Phone: (281) 265-2522
Email: [email protected]
Immigration Emergency Hotline: (281) 690-5100

06/08/2026

Important update for H-1B employers and applicants.
On June 8, 2026, a federal district court in Massachusetts vacated the USCIS policy implementing the $100,000 H-1B fee created by the September 19, 2025 presidential proclamation. The court ruled the fee amounts to a tax that was not a proper exercise of executive power, and found it in excess of statutory authority, procedurally deficient, and arbitrary and capricious under the Administrative Procedure Act.
The fee policy was vacated in its entirety with nationwide effect. For now, USCIS should not require the $100,000 fee for approval of any H-1B petition. The decision does not address refunds for fees already paid.
This ruling conflicts with a separate December 2025 decision that upheld the fee, and the government is expected to appeal quickly and may request a stay. If a stay is granted, the fee could be reinstated during the appeal, so employers should monitor developments closely.
The case is State of California et al. v. Mullin et al., No. 1:25-cv-13829 (D. Mass.).
If your company sponsors H-1B workers and you have questions about how this ruling affects your petitions, call (281) 265-2522 or visit www.grwpc.com to make an appointment. We are involved and informed, and for more personalized solutions, schedule a consultation today.
Sources:

USCIS: www.uscis.gov
U.S. District Court for the District of Massachusetts, State of California et al. v. Mullin

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06/08/2026

State Department to Offer Expedited B-1/B-2 Visa Appointments for an Additional Fee Beginning July 1, 2026
Under a new State Department pilot program running from July 1 to December 31, 2026, certain U.S. consular posts will offer B-1/B-2 visa applicants an appointment within 10 business days for an additional $750 fee. The fee secures an earlier appointment date only. It does not speed up visa adjudication or improve the likelihood of approval. Participating posts and appointment availability will be listed on travel.state.gov.
Contact our office with any questions about your visa appointment options.
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06/03/2026

06/03/2026 Immigration Law Webinar

06/02/2026

You are invited to a Zoom webinar!
When: Jun 3, 2026 11:30 AM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
Topic: Immigration Law Webinar

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06/01/2026

Falling Out of Status and Employment-Based Green Cards: Understanding INA Section 245(k)
On May 21, 2026, USCIS issued a policy memorandum reminding officers that adjustment of status is a discretionary benefit. With that added scrutiny in mind, it is worth understanding the relief that already exists. Under Section 245(k) of the Immigration and Nationality Act, certain employment-based applicants may still adjust status within the United States if their time out of status, unauthorized employment, or other violations totals 180 days or less since their last lawful admission.
Contact our office to review your eligibility.
W***y, Nanayakkara and Associates
(281) 265-2522
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Schedule a consultation: https://grwpc.com/schedule-a-consultation/

05/28/2026

CDC Expands Public Health Entry Ban to Include Green Card Holders Recently in DR Congo, Uganda, or South Sudan
The CDC has expanded its public health entry ban, issued in response to a recent Ebola outbreak, to include lawful permanent residents. Under an interim final rule effective May 22, 2026, green card holders who have been in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Uganda, or South Sudan within the past 21 days are now subject to the suspension. The rule is scheduled to expire November 27, 2026. U.S. citizens and U.S. nationals are not affected.
If you hold a green card and have travel ties to these countries, contact our office before traveling.
W***y, Nanayakkara and Associates
(281) 265-2522
[email protected]
www.grwpc.com
Schedule a consultation: https://grwpc.com/schedule-a-consultation/

05/28/2026

DHS Extends Temporary Protected Status for Lebanon Through November 27, 2026
The Department of Homeland Security has automatically extended Temporary Protected Status for Lebanon for six months, from its scheduled expiration of May 27, 2026, through November 27, 2026. Existing beneficiaries who continue to meet eligibility requirements keep their protection during this period. Certain Employment Authorization Documents with a "Card Expires" date of May 27, 2026 are also extended through November 27, 2026. The Federal Register notice is scheduled for publication on May 29, 2026.
Contact our office to review your status.
W***y, Nanayakkara and Associates
(281) 265-2522
[email protected]
www.grwpc.com
Schedule a consultation: https://grwpc.com/schedule-a-consultation/