USCIS has announced a comprehensive overhaul of its vetting process for immigration applications, citing previous screening measures as “wholly inadequate.” This update affects thousands of pending cases nationwide and is effective immediately.
Key Details:
- Nationals from 39 countries will experience application holds and enhanced reviews.
- Asylum applications and Diversity Visa Adjustment of Status petitions are now under active review holds.
- Employment Authorization Document (EAD) validity periods have been shortened, with more frequent security checks required.
- Biometric verification and social media/financial vetting processes have been expanded.
- Operation PARRIS has been launched to conduct additional background checks and re-interviews for refugee claims.
This overhaul may lead to delays or requests for additional review for those with pending applications, particularly from countries listed under Presidential Proclamations 10949 or 10998. Some holds have already been lifted for select case types as USCIS continues its rolling review.
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Source: Haratz & Stubbe, PA