USCIS has issued a new memo regarding the adjustment of status process, which particularly affects EB-5 investors already in the U.S. or those considering concurrent filing. This memo does not eliminate the adjustment of status option or introduce new eligibility requirements, but it indicates a shift in how USCIS officers may assess Form I-485 applications, focusing more on discretion and the totality of circumstances.
Key Details:
- The memo emphasizes stronger documentation for eligibility and justification for adjustment of status.
- USCIS officers will evaluate applications with greater discretion.
- EB-5 investors may need to prepare filings more meticulously to meet the new expectations.
- The memo signals a change in the evaluation process rather than a complete overhaul of the adjustment of status framework.
This change may lead to more rigorous preparation for EB-5 investors seeking to adjust their status in the U.S. Need help with your immigration case? Visit QuickFiling.us for professional immigration services.
Source: EB5 Coast To Coast