USCIS Offices Reopen, But Applicants May Face Higher Fees

[column width=”1/1″ last=”true” title=”” title_type=”single” animation=”none” implicit=”true”] On June 4, 2020, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) offices reopen for face-to-face services. However, applicants could soon pay more as USCIS has requested approval for a surcharge to be imposed on new cases. USCIS has not stopped processing forms. This includes adjustment of status petitions, citizenship …

“Public Charge” Rules Implemented for U.S. Visa and Green Card Applicants

[column width=”1/1″ last=”true” title=”” title_type=”single” animation=”none” implicit=”true”] Those applying for U.S. Visas and Green Cards will now face screening based on income, assets, health conditions, insurance coverage, and past use of public benefits. On February 24, 2020, new “Public Charge” rules went into effect for U.S. Citizenship & Immigration Services (USCIS) and the U.S. Department …

Immigrants may be required to provide social media usernames for green cards or citizenship

[column width=”1/1″ last=”true” title=”” title_type=”single” animation=”none” implicit=”true”] In an effort to comply with Executive Order (E.O.) 13780, “Protecting the Nation from Foreign Terrorist Entry into the United States,” the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is seeking to inquire about social media usernames and providers, for a five year look-back period, to applicants for U.S. …