If you're planning to apply for a green card through a family member or an employer, a policy shift taking effect this month could affect your case What's Happening with Public Charge Public charge is a decades-old rule that historically lets USCIS deny a green card if it decides an applicant is likely to become primarily dependent on government support. The 2022 version tested just two things: cash assistance for income maintenance, and government-funded long-term institutio

Immigration attorneys across the country have reported an increase in noncitizens being detained by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security at U.S. airports during domestic travel, including at regional California airports. Recent reporting from CNN, the New York Times, and other outlets describes a rise in immigration enforcement activity across the country in recent weeks. According to reports, agents, often in plain clothes, have detained travelers at domestic check-in c

On May 21, 2026, USCIS issued a new policy memorandum that could affect some applicants seeking permanent residence through adjustment of status (Form I-485). The memo characterizes adjustment of status under INA 245(a) as an “extraordinary relief” that allows applicants to avoid the ordinary immigrant visa process through a U.S. consulate abroad. While adjustment of status has always involved an element of discretion, the new guidance signals a more restrictive approach to

Explore the resources below to address many frequently asked questions (FAQ) about pending cases before U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), the immigration court, or a consulate abroad. Curious how your pending case is going or if there are any updates? Check your case status on the USCIS webpage here: https://egov.uscis.gov/casestatus/landing.do Wondering how long to expect to wait for a decision from USCIS? Check the posted estimated processing times here:...