Jacob Sapochnick

Trump Administration is reportedly considering a new travel ban for citizens of up to 43 countries—a potential escalation of Trump’s first term travel ban which primarily targeted Muslim-majority countries. An internal memo, obtained and reviewed first by the New York Times and then by Reuters, suggests that the Trump Administration has included new countries in a draft of a 2.0 travel ban. Per the memo, the countries on the list would be sorted into three different tiers: red, orange, and yellow. #travelban #travel #trump #immigration #greencard #sdimmigrationlawyer #immigrationlawyer #usembassy

The H-1B visa lottery is a random selection process that determines which foreign workers can be sponsored for H-1B status in the United States. The process is conducted by U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). #h1b #immigration #workvisa #greencard #immigrationlawyer #sdimmigrationlawyer

Green card holders conditional and 10 year green card holders! If you’re in removal process do not travel. You’ll be detained upon entry. #greencard #immigration #travel #trump #immigrationlawyer #deportation #greenscreen

USCIS reported on its social media that it collaborated with ICE to apprehend approximately 10 non-citizens present at USCIS South Florida field offices on March 19, 2025. It is reported to many of the arrested were at field offices for immigration interviews. Prior to an interview, take into account any criminal or immigration history your client may have, as it could held under greater scrutiny. #uscis #greencard #immigrationlawyer #greencardinterview #marriage #i130 #sdimmigrationlawyer #greenscreen

Under the beneficiary-centric process, registrations are selected by unique beneficiary rather than by registration. If we receive registrations for enough unique beneficiaries by March 24, we will randomly select unique beneficiaries and send selection notifications via users' USCIS online accounts. #h1bvisa #immigration #immigrationlawyer #workvisa #sdimmigrationlawyer

Unfortunately, the answer appears to be yes. Immigration policies are shifting, and both spouses inside and outside the United States are expected to face longer processing times and additional hurdles when applying for green cards. #greencard #marriagegreencard #immigrationattorney #sdimmigrationlawyer #i130#greenscreen

Top US officials due to submit travel ban report Sources say Afghanistan, Pakistan flagged for possible bans Tens of thousands of Afghans could be affected #travelban #pakistan #immigration #immigrationlawyer #usembassy

The minimum income for a household of 2 to sponsor a family member or spouse is $25,550 as of January 2025. Minimum income requirements are lower for active duty military members. The general income requirement is 125% of the HHS Poverty Guidelines or 100% for active duty military. #greencard #immigration #marriagegreencard #immigrationlawyer

Embassies will be required to cut both American staff and employees hired from the location in which the embassy is based, sources added. Titled "ONE VOICE FOR AMERICA'S FOREIGN RELATIONS," the order said that the secretary of state "must maintain an exceptional workforce of patriots" in order to effectively uphold foreign policy initiatives. #immigration #nvc #greencard #usvisa #usembassy #immigrationlawyer

Some undocumented taxpayers in the Valley could soon be at risk as the IRS cooperates with the Department of Homeland Security. The confusion and fear over how ITIN data will be used come amid tax season. People are going to do two things. They're going to move their address right away so they can't find you, and then they're not going to file taxes. #taxseason #immigration #irs #immigrationlawyer #undocumentedimmigrants #sdimmigrationlawyer #ice

Can us citizens travel to a red list banned country? #subscribe #subsonly #immigration #travel

Important Update for N-400 Applicants 🚨 Attention, green card holders applying for citizenship! 📢 You may be at risk of deportation if: 1️⃣ You qualify for citizenship but have past issues under Section 237 of the INA, such as old criminal convictions or visa status violations. 2️⃣ You were inadmissible to the U.S. when you applied for your green card and have these violations. Ensure your status is secure before your N-400 interview! Stay informed and take necessary action to protect your future. #ImmigrationUpdate #N400 #StayInformed #USCitizenship #immigrationlawyer #sdimmigrationlawyer #immigration #greenscreen

Prepare to have your phone searched, they will use any information against you. Don’t travel with a phone seriously!! #travel #immigrationlawyer #cbp #greencard #sdimmigrationlawyer #trump

On May 7, 2025, U.S. travelers must be REAL ID compliant to board domestic flights and access certain federal facilities. #realid #immigration #undocumentedimmigrants #immigrationlawyer #sdimmigrationlawyer

You can’t use CBP one app anymore to fly without an ID. TSA rules allow migrants to use the CBP One app for ID to board a commercial plane #tsa #cbpone #immigration #travel #undocumentedimmigrants #immigrationlawyer

Quick Approvals, Big Dreams: I-601A Waivers Make Legal Status Simple 🌟 Faster processing times for I-601A waivers are changing the game—helping families stay together and encouraging people to legalize the right way. Less wait, more hope. Ready to start your journey? Share your story below! #ImmigrationMadeSimple #FamilyUnity #LegalPath" #immigrationlawyer #immigration #lawtok #i601a

ICE raids in Southern California. Know your rights. Never talk to ICE or sign anything.

The U.S. Department of State appears to be restricting interview waiver eligibility for H-1B and other temporary workers at U.S. consulates around the world. According to various consular websites, the State Department is rolling back visa interview waiver program eligibility criteria #h1b #statedepartment #immigration #visainterview #studentvisa #immigrationlawyer

Immigration has paused the processing of certain green card applications as the US government continues to implement a hardline immigration agenda. CBS News reported that approved refugees are part of the processing freeze, as the White House enacts an effort to more aggressively vet immigrants to the US. #greencard #marriagegreencard #asylum #trump #immigrationlawyer #immigrationnews #sdimmigrationlawyer