[Partner] New USCIS Memo On Adjustment Of Status: What Immigrants Need To Know
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Some headlines suggest that green card applicants will now be forced to “go back to their countries” to get their visas. But that is not what the memo actually says.
The memo does not eliminate adjustment of status. It does not repeal the law. It does not automatically require applicants to go through consular processing abroad.
What it does do is direct USCIS officers to look more closely at each case and weigh both positive and negative factors before deciding whether to approve a green card application.
This means applicants must be prepared to show strong positive equities, such as:
• U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident family members
• U.S. citizen children
• Tax compliance
• Employment history
• Community ties
• Hardship factors
• Evidence explaining any overstays or status issues
The message is clear: do not give up — but do not wait.
Every adjustment of status case must now be carefully documented, explained, and advocated. A strong record matters more than ever.
If you have a pending I-485 or are planning to file for a green card, consult with an experienced immigration attorney to review your case under this new policy.
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