The State Department has proposed changes to J-1 program termination, certain extensions, SEVIS corrections, and reinstatement. Here is who may be affected and what participants can do now.

The Trump Administration is reportedly considering a proposal that would impose a $100,000 fee on international students seeking to participate in the Optional Practical Training (OPT) program after graduating from a U.S. university. If implemented, the proposal could significantly increase the cost of obtaining post-graduation work authorization. The proposal remains under review at the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and no final decision has been announced. This come

The First Circuit has kept the $100,000 H-1B fee blocked while the government’s appeal continues. Here is what employers and foreign professionals should know—and why long-term immigration planning still matters.

USCIS has reached the FY 2027 H-1B cap and confirmed that no second selection will be conducted. Here is what the weighted system and latest data mean for applicants.

On July 16, 2026, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) announced that the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has finalized a rule rescinding the 2022 Public Charge regulation. The final rule was published in the Federal Register on July 20 and will take effect on September 18, 2026. For many individuals pursuing permanent residence through employment-based immigration or family sponsorship, this change introduces greater uncertainty into the green card applica

On July 17, 2026, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) finalized a rule ending the long-standing Duration of Status (D/S) policy for F-1 international students and J-1 exchange visitors. Beginning September 15, 2026, individuals entering the U.S. under F or J status will no longer receive an open-ended period of stay tied solely to maintaining their status. Instead, they will be admitted for the length of their academic or exchange program, subject to a maximum admi

ARCFE × iCross Capital were honored to participate in the groundbreaking ceremony of the AG21/AG22 project, now officially named The Vera, a landmark residential development in the heart of Long Island City (LIC), Queens. This event marks the beginning of another exciting chapter for one of NYC’s most dynamic neighborhoods and represents another major milestone for United Construction & Development Group, one of the most active and accomplished developers in the NYC residenti

For nearly half a century, international students in the U.S. have operated under the Duration of Status (D/S) framework. That longstanding policy may now be subject to significant change. On May 5, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) submitted a final rule affecting F, J and I nonimmigrant classifications to the OMB/OIRA for federal review. The proposed regulatory shift would replace the current D/S system, which permits individuals to remain in the U.S. for as l

A 2025 report by PincusCo ranked iCross Capital, ARCFE’s parent company, 35th out of 105 lending institutions in NYC, highlighting the firm’s growing presence and expertise in one of the most competitive and sophisticated real estate markets in the world. The report noted that NYC construction lending activity surged in 2025, with lenders providing over $23.3B across 344 deals, reflecting strong demand for experienced capital partners capable of navigating complex developme