The Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA) ruled in the Matter of Pinzon Rozo on October 5, 2026, that immigration judges should not grant continuances for Special Immigrant Juvenile (SIJ) visa applicants simply to wait for visa availability. This decision comes as many applicants face backlogs, leaving their priority dates not current and delaying their green card processes.
Key Details:
- Ruling date: October 5, 2026
- Case: Matter of Pinzon Rozo, 29 I&N Dec. 507 (BIA 2026)
- Affected category: Special Immigrant Juvenile (SIJ) visas
- Implication: Continuances will not be granted solely for visa availability delays
This ruling may significantly impact SIJ visa applicants who are already facing lengthy processing times and uncertainty in their immigration status. Need help with your immigration case? Visit QuickFiling.us for professional immigration services.
Source: @greencard1awyer