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05/29/2026

🌎⚽ Traveling to Mexico for the World Cup? Here’s What You Need to Know! ✈️

Join Jesse Bernal and Cody Rose Wallace as they break down the essential travel tips for heading to Mexico for the upcoming World Cup! From entry requirements to travel planning insight, this quick guide will help you get game-day ready without the immigration process stress.

✅ Key entry requirements for international travelers

✅ Passport and visa basics

✅ Travel tips to make your trip smooth and hassle-free

✅ What to prepare before you go

Before you book your trip, make sure to check whether your nationality requires a visa or qualifies for visa-free travel to Mexico. The official Mexican government resource below provides the most accurate and up-to-date information:

🔗 Check visa requirements by nationality here:
https://www.inm.gob.mx/gobmx/word/index.php/paises-requieren-visa-para-mexico/

Or explore more official guidance:
🔗 https://www.gob.mx/inm

⚠️ Pro tip: Entry requirements can change, so always verify before you travel!

Get ready to experience world-class soccer, incredible culture, and unforgettable moments in Mexico 🇲🇽🔥

05/22/2026

🌐 Immigration Updates: New USCIS Memorandum Signals Potential Shift in Adjustment of Status Adjudications

A new USCIS policy memorandum signals a potential shift in how adjustment of status (AOS) applications are adjudicated, emphasizing that AOS is a discretionary, “extraordinary” benefit rather than a routine pathway to permanent residence.

This development signals a more restrictive adjudication posture, underscoring the importance of thorough documentation and strategic case preparation. Stay informed on how these changes could impact current and future AOS cases.

Read more here: https://www.fosterglobal.com/blog/new-uscis-memorandum-signals-potential-shift-in-adjustment-of-status-adjudications/

05/22/2026

This Memorial Day, we honor the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to the United States.

At Foster LLP, we are especially mindful that our nation’s story has long been shaped by individuals from around the world who chose to serve it many of whom wore the uniform with distinction and courage.

Their service reminds us that the ideals of this country freedom, opportunity, and sacrifice transcend borders.

Today, we remember with gratitude.

Foster’s U.S. offices will be closed in observance of the holiday on Monday, May 25, 2026.

05/15/2026

🌐 Immigration Updates: Visa Bulletin – June 2026 Limited Movement with Notable Retrogression for India in EB‑1 and EB‑2.

For June 2026, USCIS has confirmed on its website that beneficiaries of employment-based immigrant petitions should use the Final Action Dates chart to determine eligibility to file adjustment of status (“green card”) applications.

See the final action dates chart here: https://www.fosterglobal.com/blog/visa-bulletin-june-2026-limited-movement-with-notable-retrogression-for-india-in-eb-1-and-eb-2/

Foster LLP will continue to track immigrant visa availability and provide updates about any developments via Immigration Updates©, articles, and blogs on our website at www.fosterglobal.com.

05/14/2026

🌐Immigration Updates: New USCIS Rule Reaffirms Requirements for Original Signatures on Forms.

On May 11, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) published an interim final rule confirming authority to not only reject an immigration benefit request, but to deny a request if it is found to contain invalid signatures. The new rule becomes effective on July 10, 2026.

Read more here: https://www.fosterglobal.com/blog/new-uscis-rule-reaffirms-requirements-for-original-signatures-on-forms/

05/14/2026

🌟 Big dreams, powerful stories, limitless futures. ⭐

FosterLLP Partner Avalyn C. Langemeier and Senior Attorney Vi Nguyen, serving as coordinators for the Texas Chapter of the American Immigration Council, recently had the privilege of visiting the winner of the Council’s “Celebrate America” creative writing contest and celebrating with a special lunch!

It was a wonderful experience to read and judge such thoughtful and inspiring entries, and an even greater honor to spend time with these talented young students. Their creativity, resilience, and optimism are truly remarkable—a powerful reminder that their futures are incredibly bright.

We are grateful for the opportunity to support initiatives that amplify the voices and stories of the next generation.

05/12/2026

🌍 International Nurses Day | Honoring Nurses, Including Immigrant Healthcare Heroes 🩺

Today, we recognize International Nurses Day and honor the extraordinary nurses who strengthen our healthcare system every day.

Immigrant nurses play a vital role in addressing critical healthcare shortages across the United States—particularly in rural and underserved communities. Many contribute through employment-based visas such as H 1B, TN, E 3, or through EB 2 and EB 3 green card pathways, helping hospitals and care facilities deliver safe, consistent patient care.

As the demand for healthcare professionals continues to grow, immigration remains a key part of the solution—supporting patient care, public health resilience, and the overall stability of our healthcare workforce.

To all nurses—U.S. trained and internationally educated alike—thank you for your dedication, expertise, and compassion.

📌 If you are a healthcare professional or employer navigating visa options or permanent residence pathways, Foster LLP is here to help.

05/07/2026

✈️ Ready for Takeoff? International Travel in Today’s Immigration Climate.

Planning international travel while navigating today’s evolving immigration landscape can raise important questions for employers and foreign nationals alike. Join Foster LLP for an insightful webinar designed to help you travel with confidence.

📅 Date: May 20, 2026
⏰ Time: 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM (CT)

🔗Register now and reserve your spot!: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/4311693522071621470

👩‍⚖️ Speakers:

Corina Farias, Partner
Ji Seon Seo, Attorney

Whether you’re an employer managing a global workforce or an individual planning travel abroad, this webinar will provide timely guidance and actionable insights.

05/04/2026

🩰 From Houston Ballet to Global Headlines 🌐 📰

A recent article, “This Houston Ballet Moment Sparked an International Incident,” revisits a remarkable chapter in Houston’s cultural and legal history—and the extraordinary courage behind it.

Our firm’s founder, Charles Foster, is best known for representing ballet dancer Li Cunxin during a dramatic 1981 standoff that allowed Li to remain in the United States over the objections of officials from the Chinese Communist Party. That defining moment went on to inspire Li Cunxin’s bestselling autobiography, Mao’s Last Dancer, and the internationally acclaimed film 🎥 🎞️ of the same name.

More than four decades later, the story remains a powerful reminder of how principled advocacy, strategic negotiation, and a steadfast commitment to individual freedom can change the course of a life—and capture the world’s attention.

We are proud of this enduring legacy and the role our firm continues to play at the intersection of law, culture, and global impact.

🔗 Read the article here:

Li Cunxin’s dramatic defection while dancing with Houston Ballet became a diplomatic incident between the United States and China.

04/30/2026

🌐 📌 Immigration Updates: USCIS Implements New Security Vetting Process, Causing Expected Adjudication Delays.

On April 27, 2026, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) confirmed that it has begun implementing a new security vetting process that is expected to delay adjudications of certain immigration benefits.

Who Is Affected?

The new vetting procedures apply to immigration benefit types that require fingerprint‑based background checks, including, but not limited to:

➡️ Applications for Adjustment of Status

➡️ Naturalization applications

➡️ Asylum applications

Read more here: https://www.fosterglobal.com/blog/uscis-implements-new-security-vetting-process-causing-expected-adjudication-delays/

For the latest alerts and guidance, please visit our website at www.fosterglobal.com or contact your Foster Global immigration professional with case‑specific questions.

04/28/2026

🎉 Celebrating a Well‑Deserved Honor for Charles Foster 🎉

What a celebration it was! At the Kinder Institute luncheon, Charles C. Foster, Chairman of Foster LLP, was honored with the 2026 Stephen L. Klineberg Award—a distinction recognizing individuals who have made a lasting impact on Greater Houston.

Named after the Institute’s founding director, this award reflects Mr. Foster’s extraordinary contributions to our community. A nationally recognized immigration attorney, he has devoted his career to expanding opportunity, advising U.S. presidents, and helping shape a more inclusive approach to immigration.

We are incredibly proud to celebrate Mr. Foster’s leadership, vision, and enduring commitment to Houston and beyond. Congratulations on this remarkable achievement! 👏✨