Your October Immigration Update
Supreme Court Allows Third-Country Deportations to Resume
On September 29, the Supreme Court allowed the administration to temporarily resume deportations to countries other than a person's country of origin, while the Court considers the underlying legal challenge. The Supreme Court is expected to hear arguments in the case in December.
F-1 & J-1 Students Can Keep "Duration of Status" — For Now
A federal judge has blocked the rule that would have replaced Duration of Status (D/S) with fixed admission periods.
For now: The existing D/S system remains in place, but DHS has appealed the decision.
USCIS Fees Increase October 16
Several USCIS fees are increasing on October 16, 2026, including fees for asylum, TPS, and certain employment authorization documents. Planning to file? Check the updated fee before submitting your application to avoid rejection.
Afia Yunus Can Help You Navigate Complex Legal Transitions
Whether you're an H-1B worker, international student, or navigating removal proceedings, recent immigration developments could affect your options and next steps. From the H-1B fee being blocked to D/S protections for students remaining in place and new USCIS filing fees taking effect, staying informed is more important than ever. If you have questions about how these updates may affect your case, reply to this email or schedule a consultation.
