USCIS has clarified its policy regarding Green Card applicants on temporary visas, stating that individuals holding H-1B, L-1, and O-1 visas may continue to apply for adjustments of status without returning to their home countries. This announcement highlights the distinction between temporary non-immigrant visas and the dual intent status that allows applicants to seek permanent residency while in the U.S.
Key Details:
- Temporary visa holders can apply for Green Cards without leaving the U.S.
- H-1B, L-1, and O-1 visas are classified as dual intent visas.
- The policy allows for unlimited extensions of temporary visas while awaiting Green Card processing.
- Other temporary visas, such as F-1, J-1, and M-1, will still require applicants to return home for Green Card applications.
This clarification from USCIS ensures that many temporary visa holders can continue their path to permanent residency without interruption, impacting thousands of immigrants currently in the U.S. on these visas. Need help with your immigration case? Visit QuickFiling.us for professional immigration services.
Source: War4theWest