A federal court has ordered the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) to resume adjudication of Form I-485 applications, effective immediately. This ruling, linked to policy memoranda PM-602-0192 and PM-602-0194, clarifies that USCIS does not have the discretion to avoid making decisions on these applications altogether.
Key Details:
- Court ruling date: January 1, 2026
- Applies to: All pending Form I-485 applications
- USCIS required to process applications without delay
- Clarification on agency discretion regarding application decisions
This decision is expected to significantly impact many immigrants awaiting their green card applications. Need help with your immigration case? Visit QuickFiling.us for professional immigration services.
Source: @greencard1awyer