Green Card – US Permanent Residency

Green Card – US Permanent Residency allows foreign nationals to live and work permanently in the United States. With a green card, holders can enjoy the benefits of permanent residency, such as the ability to work in any job and travel freely. Pathways to obtaining a green card include family sponsorship, employment opportunities, and humanitarian programs. For detailed information on eligibility, application steps, and different green card categories, explore our comprehensive guides.

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USCIS Can Now Deny Your Application Without Sending an RFE
ByBrandon Beasley Date Last Updated: August 6, 2026

USCIS has restored officers’ full discretion to deny immigration benefit requests without first issuing a Request for Evidence – effective immediately as of August 5, 2026. If you have a pending application or are planning to file, this changes the rules significantly.

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Public Charge Rule Rescinded: What Green Card Applicants Need to Know Before September 18, 2026
ByRebecca Kroll Date Last Updated: July 31, 2026

Effective September 18, 2026, DHS is rescinding the 2022 public charge rule and returning to broad officer discretion when evaluating green card and admission applications. If you have a pending or upcoming application – or any history of public benefit use – here is what you need to know before you file.

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August 2026 Visa Bulletin: Key Employment and Family-Based Immigration Updates
ByJeremy Richards Date Last Updated: July 21, 2026

The U.S. Department of State’s August 2026 Visa Bulletin brings forward movement in several employment- and family-based categories while warning that increased demand could result in retrogression before the end of the fiscal year. Here’s what applicants and employers need to know.

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Supreme Court Makes It Easier for Border Agents to Deport Green Card Holders
ByRebecca Kroll Date Last Updated: June 26, 2026

On June 23, 2026, the U.S. Supreme Court issued a major immigration ruling in Blanche v. Lau, making it easier for border agents to deny re-entry to green card holders accused of crimes — even without a conviction. Here is what the decision means and what lawful permanent residents should do before traveling internationally.

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July 2026 Visa Bulletin: Key Updates, Trends & What to Expect
ByJeremy Richards Date Last Updated: July 13, 2026

The July 2026 Visa Bulletin reflects increasing year-end visa demand, with EB-2 India and EB-5 India becoming unavailable, EB-1 India retrogressing, and steady movement in family-sponsored categories.

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Law360 Canada Features Christine Jurusik on New USCIS Adjustment of Status Policy
ByChristine Jurusik Date Last Updated: June 15, 2026

Law360 Canada recently featured Christine Jurusik’s analysis of USCIS’s new adjustment of status policy and what it means for Canadian companies, professionals, and families.

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Can I Sponsor My Adult Stepchild for a Green Card?
ByRebecca Kroll Date Last Updated: June 15, 2026

U.S. citizens may be able to sponsor a stepchild for a green card, even if the stepchild is now an adult. However, immigration law imposes specific requirements for the step-parent relationship, including when the marriage creating the step relationship occurred.

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Common Mistakes Couples Make in Marriage-Based Green Card Applications
ByRebecca Kroll Date Last Updated: June 5, 2026

Even genuine couples can encounter delays or denials during the marriage-based green card process. Learn the most common mistakes and how to avoid them.

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Can a Canadian Citizen Get a K-1 Fiancé Visa?
ByRebecca Kroll Date Last Updated: June 3, 2026

Canadian citizens engaged to U.S. citizens may be eligible for a K-1 fiancé visa to enter the United States and marry their partner. Understanding the eligibility requirements and application process can help couples prepare for this immigration pathway.

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DOS Update: India Reaches FY 2026 EB-2 Visa Limit
ByJeremy Richards Date Last Updated: May 29, 2026

The Department of State has confirmed that all EB-2 immigrant visas available to Indian applicants for FY 2026 have been issued. Learn what this means for pending green card cases.

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Green Card – US Permanent Residency

USCIS Can Now Deny Your Application Without Sending an RFE

Public Charge Rule Rescinded: What Green Card Applicants Need to Know Before September 18, 2026

August 2026 Visa Bulletin: Key Employment and Family-Based Immigration Updates

Supreme Court Makes It Easier for Border Agents to Deport Green Card Holders

July 2026 Visa Bulletin: Key Updates, Trends & What to Expect

Law360 Canada Features Christine Jurusik on New USCIS Adjustment of Status Policy

Can I Sponsor My Adult Stepchild for a Green Card?

Common Mistakes Couples Make in Marriage-Based Green Card Applications

DOS Update: India Reaches FY 2026 EB-2 Visa Limit

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