USCIS announced a new policy memo today that requires aliens seeking adjustment of status to apply through consular processing via the Department of State from outside the United States. This policy aims to align with long-standing immigration laws and court decisions, emphasizing that temporary visitors must return to their home countries to apply for a Green Card, barring extraordinary circumstances.
Key Details:
- Policy effective immediately as of today.
- Applies to all aliens currently in the U.S. on temporary visas seeking Green Cards.
- Exceptions to the policy will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
- The change is intended to reduce illegal residency and streamline USCIS resources for other immigration priorities.
This policy shift is expected to impact many temporary visa holders who wish to adjust their status to permanent residency, reinforcing the importance of following established immigration procedures. Need help with your immigration case? Visit QuickFiling.us for professional immigration services.
Source: Mark Steven Kopenski