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USCIS Changes Filing Location for Form I-907 for Pending Form I-140

Updated: Mar 18, 2024 | Tags: USCIS Updates I-907 Filing Location, I-907, I-140

The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) plays a vital role in administering the nation's immigration system.  This agency oversees a wide range of immigration benefits and processes, from green cards to citizenship.  To ensure a smooth application experience, it's essential for applicants to stay updated on USCIS policies and procedures. 

Immigration Milestone: USCIS Processes 10 Million Cases, Cuts Backlogs in 2023

Updated: Mar 10, 2024 | Tags: USCIS 2023 Immigration Backlogs

USCIS has recently undertaken a significant initiative to address the longstanding immigration backlog, marking a momentous achievement that extends beyond the mere processing of applications. This stride signifies more than the agency's commitment; it embodies a ray of hope for many navigating the labyrinth of the U.S. immigration system. Long overshadowed by increasing backlogs, USCIS's…

The Price of Citizenship: Increased Fees Loom for Green Card Holders

Updated: Mar 06, 2024 | Tags: U.S Naturalization, USCIS fee overhaul, Green Card

Over 9 million green card holders currently reside in the United States with the potential to become full-fledged American citizens. Yet, as of April 1st, a steep rise in naturalization application fees will make the path to citizenship even more expensive.  This increase, part of a broader overhaul of USCIS fees that hasn't been seen since 2016, has immigration advocates…

USCIS Guidance on "Ability to Pay" for Job Changes by Adjustment of Status Applicants

Updated: Feb 25, 2024 | Tags: USCIS Policy Manual, EB Visa, Ability to Pay Policy Guidance

Adjustment of Status (AOS) is the process through which an eligible individual already present in the United States applies to become a lawful permanent resident (green card holder). The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has issued new policy guidance on assessing an employer's "ability to pay" the proffered wage when AOS applicants change employers. This…

Increased USCIS Fees: How They Will Impact Families, Businesses, and Asylum Seekers

Updated: Feb 20, 2024 | Tags: USCIS Fee, Fees

The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has released a revised fee schedule, effective April 1, 2024. The new schedule outlines substantial increases in fees for the majority of visa categories, encompassing both family-based and employment-based immigration. These changes underscore the importance of understanding…

Historic Milestone: USCIS Reduces Backlog Significantly, Processes Record 10 Million Cases

Updated: Feb 20, 2024 | Tags: U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, USCIS Backlog

U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) recently released its end-of-fiscal-year (FY) 2023 data. This data paints a picture of unprecedented progress within the agency, reflecting significant strides in tackling longstanding backlogs and streamlining immigration processes. The report emphasizes…

USCIS Fee Adjustments

Updated: Feb 09, 2024 | Tags: USCIS, Fee

The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) plays a key role in shaping U.S. immigration, overseeing the process for people seeking to live, work, or become citizens within the United States. Its responsibilities include the critical task of processing a wide array of immigration and naturalization benefit requests, a process that affects millions each year.  Recently,…