News Alert: USCIS Policy Reframes Adjustment of Status as "Extraordinary Relief" as Agency Pushes Consular Processing
On May 21, 2026, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) dropped a major policy shift with the publication of Policy Memorandum PM-602-0199, titled “Adjustment of Status is a Matter of Discretion and Administrative Grace, and an Extraordinary Relief that Permits Applicants to Dispense with the Ordinary Consular Visa Process,” sending shockwaves through the immigration community. It fundamentally changes the framework through which immigration officers view Form I-485, Adjustment of Status (AOS) applications. Learn more in our FAQ/News Alert.
Planning for the 2026 World Cup? What Soccer Fans Need to Know About Entering the U.S.
Heading to the United States for the FIFA World Cup 2026? Don't let border delays ruin your tournament. U.S. border policies are shifting rapidly ahead of the summer rush. Read our quick guide on how to navigate these updates—so you can keep your focus entirely on the pitch.
FAQ: Protect Yourself & Empower Your Future - Know Your Rights as an Immigrant
Knowledge is your most powerful tool. No matter your immigration status, the U.S. Constitution provides fundamental protections for everyone living in this country. In today’s landscape, it is critical to understand how law enforcement and ICE operates and what you can do to protect yourself and your loved ones. Our latest guide shared at a recent community know-your-rights event breaks down the essential information you need to stay safe and prepared.
¿Qué es el fraude matrimonial en el ámbito de la inmigración? Los riesgos, las realidades y las recientes medidas enérgicas.
Para muchos, el matrimonio es un símbolo de amor y compromiso. Sin embargo, en la ley de inmigración estadounidense, también es una vía legal para obtener la residencia permanente. Cuando un matrimonio se contrae únicamente para evadir las leyes de inmigración y obtener una "Tarjeta Verde", se convierte en un delito federal conocido como fraude matrimonial. Aprenda cómo proteger su matrimonio legítimo en una solicitud de residencia permanente basada en el matrimonio en nuestra publicación de preguntas frecuentes del blog.
What is Immigration Marriage Fraud? The Risks, Realities, and Recent Crackdowns
For many, marriage is a symbol of love and commitment. However, in U.S. immigration law, it is also a legal pathway to permanent residency. When a marriage is entered into solely to evade immigration laws and obtain a "Green Card," it becomes a federal crime known as marriage fraud. Learn how to protect your bonafide marriage in a marriage-based permanent resident application in our FAQ blog post.
Preguntas frecuentes: ¿Cómo cambio mi nombre con la solicitud de naturalización/ciudadanía N-400?
¿Puedo solicitar un cambio legal de nombre en la solicitud de naturalización?
Sí. El formulario N-400, Solicitud de Naturalización, ofrece la opción de que el solicitante cambie legalmente su nombre como parte del proceso de naturalización a través del tribunal federal donde se llevará a cabo la ceremonia de juramento judicial.
Preguntas frecuentes: ¿Qué es una cita para la toma de datos biométricos? ¿Qué puedo esperar durante una cita para la toma de datos biométricos?
El Servicio de Ciudadanía e Inmigración de los Estados Unidos (USCIS) programará una cita para la toma de datos biométricos después de que presente su solicitud, petición o formulario. Los datos biométricos que proporcione durante la cita permiten a USCIS confirmar su identidad y realizar las verificaciones de antecedentes y seguridad necesarias. Encuentre más información sobre qué esperar en nuestra sección de preguntas frecuentes.
FAQ: USCIS Electronic Fee Payment Requirement
It's been a couple of months since the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) implemented the new Electronic Fee payment Requirement. We've put together a quick FAQ to help you navigate this recent change and what you should know with this new requirement.
News Alert: USCIS Hold All Asylum and Pending Immigration Applications for Nationals of 19 Travel Ban Countries
New USCIS policy placing adjudicative hold and mandatory review on all asylum applications regardless of nationality, and on pending and recently approved benefit requests filed by nationals of high-risk countries. Learn more in our News Alert/FAQ.
Navigating Naturalization: Understanding Form N-648 Medical Disability Exception, English Exemptions, and other Accommodations
Becoming a U.S. citizen is a significant milestone, and U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) offers various provisions to ensure the naturalization process is accessible to individuals with disabilities. This includes the Medical Certification for Disability Exceptions (Form N-648), English language exemptions, and disability accommodations. Learn more in our blog post.
FAQ: 5 things you need to know about the REAL ID
Beginning May 7, 2025, anyone 18 years and older that plans to fly domestically or visit certain Federal facilities will need a REAL ID or another acceptable form of identification. Find out what you need to know about the REAL ID in our FAQ.
FAQ: ¿Cuál es el requisito de registro de extranjeros vigente a partir del 11 de abril de 2025?
El Departamento de Seguridad Nacional (DHS) de Estados Unidos publicó una nueva regla que entra en vigor hoy, 11 de abril de 2025, que exige que las personas registren su presencia y proporcionen sus huellas dactilares si permanecen en los Estados Unidos durante 30 días o más. Descubra quién debe registrarse, cómo hacerlo y más en nuestra Alerta de Noticias.
News Alert: Alien Registration Requirement takes effect today, April 11th
The US Department of Homeland Security (DHS) published a new rule taking effect today, April 11th 2025 requiring individuals to register their presence and provide their fingerprints if they are in the U.S. for 30 days or more. Find out who needs to register, how to register, and more in our News Alert.
FAQ: What is the new Alien Registration Requirement?
UPDATED: April 1, 2025
On March 31, 2025, a coalition of immigration advocacy groups filed a lawsuit blocking the implementation of the Alien Registration Rule. Learn more in our updated blog post.
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On March 12, 2025, the US Department of Homeland Security (DHS) published a new rule requiring individuals to register their presence and provide their fingerprints if they are in the U.S. for 30 days or more. Find out who needs to register, how to register, and more in our FAQ.
Preguntas Frecuentes: ¿Qué sucede después de enviar mi solicitud de tarjeta verde a USCIS?
¿Acabas de enviar tu solicitud de tarjeta verde a USCIS? ¿Qué sucede a continuación? Descubre más sobre el proceso de solicitud de la tarjeta verde en nuestra publicación de blog.
FAQ: What happens after I submit my green card application to USCIS?
You just mailed out your green card application to USCIS? What happens next? Find out more about the green card application process in our blog post.
FAQ: Recursos Migratorios para Víctimas de Violencia Doméstica
La ley de inmigración de EE. UU. proporciona protecciones y recursos para los cónyuges extranjeros de ciudadanos estadounidenses y residentes permanentes legales que han sido abusados. Si eres víctima de violencia doméstica, es importante que sepas que no tienes que seguir viviendo con tu abusador. Lee nuestra entrada de blog para obtener más información sobre tus opciones migratorias.
¿Cómo corrijo un error o cambio mi información en mi I-94, permiso de trabajo, tarjeta de residencia u otro documento de inmigración?
¿Notaste un error en tu documento de inmigración, como el permiso de trabajo o la tarjeta de residencia? ¿Ha cambiado tu información y necesitas actualizarla con USCIS y obtener una tarjeta actualizada? Descubre qué hacer en nuestras preguntas frecuentes.
FAQ: What is the removal of temporary conditions Form I-751 process for conditional residents?
If you have been married less than two years when you receive your permanent resident card (typically known as Green Card), you were likely given a conditional green card. which is different from the 10-year green card. Form I-751, Petition to Remove Conditions on Residence, is used by conditional permanent residents to remove the conditions on their residence and obtain a 10-year Permanent Green Card. Read our FAQ regarding this process.
What is the 60-day grace period for F-1 Students and for nonimmigrant workers in E-1/E-2/E-3, H-1B, L-1, O-1, or TN status (and their dependents)?
What is the 60-day grace period for F-1 Students and for nonimmigrant workers in E-1/E-2/E-3, H-1B, L-1, O-1, or TN status (and their dependents)? Find out more about immigration grace periods in our blog post.