USCIS has issued a new policy memo that may complicate the approval process for Form I-485, the application for adjustment of status. This memo reclassifies the adjustment of status as a discretionary act of “administrative grace,” which could lead to an increase in Requests for Evidence (RFEs), denials, and processing delays for applicants.
Key Details:
- The policy change treats adjustment of status as discretionary rather than a right.
- Increased RFEs and denials may affect many applicants seeking permanent residency.
- The memo is part of USCIS’s ongoing efforts to manage immigration processes more stringently.
- This change is effective immediately, impacting all pending and future applications.
The new policy could significantly affect immigrants seeking to adjust their status in the U.S., making the process more challenging. Need help with your immigration case? Visit QuickFiling.us for professional immigration services.
Source: LeechTishman