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United States
Washington, D.C.
United States proposes 75% hike for naturalization fees to 1,330 dollars
The U.S. administration has proposed increasing the citizenship application fee by $570 and eliminating fee waivers for low-income applicants. This change significantly raises the final cost of permanent relocation for expats and long-term residents seeking naturalization.
USA marks EB-2 India unavailable as EB-3 advances to Jan. 1
The Department of State has announced significant priority date shifts for employment-based green cards. Expats from India and China face substantial new delays in the EB-2 and EB-3 categories, extending the wait for permanent residency.
United States exhausts EB-5 unreserved visa numbers for India until Oct. 1
The U.S. State Department has exhausted all unreserved EB-5 immigrant visas for Indian nationals for the remainder of the fiscal year. India-born investors and their families currently seeking permanent residency through this category will face processing pauses until the new fiscal year begins.
United States cuts Africa routine visa processing to 20 regional hubs
The United States has consolidated visa processing for several African nations into regional hubs, primarily in Kenya and South Africa. Travelers and expats in affected regions must now travel to these specific cities for mandatory in-person interview appointments, significantly increasing travel costs and logistical complexity.
United States order targets ITIN bank accounts and non-citizens on visas
Financial institutions in the United States may now require proof of legal residency or citizenship before processing international remittances. This reform introduces new privacy concerns and potential banking hurdles for digital nomads and expats sending money abroad from U.S. accounts.
United States green card shift forces B-1 and H-1B holders to apply abroad
Foreign nationals in the United States must now return to their home countries for residency processing unless they meet strict extraordinary circumstances. This policy change ends the ability for many expats and long-term visa holders to transition to permanent residency without leaving the country.
USA executive order flags ITIN accounts as risk factor for nomads
A new executive order requires U.S. financial institutions to implement stricter due diligence for account holders using an ITIN or foreign passport. Non-citizen nomads and expats may face increased compliance hurdles, mandatory documentation updates, or potential account freezes.
United States Expands Social Media Vetting for More Visa Categories
Applicants for several visa categories, including K-1 and H-3, must now submit social media profiles for mandatory vetting by US authorities.
United States Updates the Foreign Earned Income Exclusion
The Foreign Earned Income Exclusion increase to $132,900 for 2026 provides significant tax savings for American digital nomads living abroad.
United States Travel Impacted by Longest DHS Shutdown on Record
Critical TSA staffing shortages at major US hubs lead to extreme wait times and missed international connections, disrupting global travel schedules.
United States Updates Diversity Visa Entry Rules
Starting April 10, 2026, the U.S. Department of State will require all Diversity Visa applicants to provide a valid, unexpired passport at the time of entry. Applications submitted without a passport scan will be automatically disqualified, ending the previous policy of allowing passport details to be provided later in the process.
United States Adds 12 Countries to Visa Bond Program
Travelers from 12 additional countries may now be required to post up to $15,000 in cash bonds to enter the U.S., creating a massive financial hurdle for short-term visits.
United States Shifts H-1B Selection to a Wage-Weighted System
The U.S. has shifted H-1B visa selection to prioritize higher-salary applicants, directly impacting the probability of securing work authorization for remote workers.
Why the United States Remittance Tax Matters for Digital Nomads
A new 1% federal fee on international transfers from U.S. accounts directly increases the cost of living and money management for U.S. expats and nomads worldwide.
United States Implements Global Import Surcharge
A 10% global import surcharge in the U.S. will likely increase the price of electronics and gear, raising the cost of living for expats and nomads residing there.