USCIS announced on May 22, 2026, that the adjustment of status (AOS) process for green cards within the United States will now be classified as ‘administrative grace’ rather than the default procedure. This policy change is outlined in Policy Memo PM-602-0199 and may impact how applicants navigate the green card process.
Key Details:
- New classification: Adjustment of status now treated as ‘administrative grace’.
- Effective date: May 22, 2026.
- Policy memo reference: PM-602-0199.
- Potential implications for processing and applicant status.
This change could significantly affect immigrants seeking to adjust their status, altering the expectations and procedures they must follow. Need help with your immigration case? Visit QuickFiling.us for professional immigration services.
Source: WHLeavitt