Immigration

DHS reduces work permit eligibility for immigrants from 5 years to 18 months

"Breaking: DHS reduces work permit eligibility for immigrants from 5 years to just 18 months. Discover the implications of this critical policy shift and what it means for you."

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DHS reduces work permit eligibility for immigrants from 5 years to 18 months
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On December 4, 2025, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced a significant change to work permit eligibility for immigrants. The maximum duration for work permits has been reduced from five years to 18 months.

This decision alters the previous policy that allowed immigrants to hold work permits for a longer period. The change is part of ongoing adjustments to immigration policies by the DHS.

For more information on this development, refer to recent developments in immigration policy.