USCIS has announced a significant change to the Green Card application process for temporary aliens in the United States. Effective immediately, individuals who are in the U.S. temporarily and wish to apply for permanent residency must return to their home country to submit their Green Card applications, except in extraordinary circumstances. This policy aims to ensure that the immigration system operates as intended and reduces the incentive for exploiting loopholes.
Key Details:
- New requirement: Temporary aliens must return to their home country to apply for a Green Card.
- Exceptions: Applications may be submitted from within the U.S. only in extraordinary circumstances.
- Purpose: The policy is designed to align the immigration system with legal intentions and reduce loophole exploitation.
- Effective date: The policy is effective immediately.
This change impacts temporary residents seeking permanent residency, requiring them to navigate the application process from their home countries. Need help with your immigration case? Visit QuickFiling.us for professional immigration services.
Source: USCIS