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ByJeremy Richards
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USCIS will now use the Final Action Dates chart from the Visa Bulletin to determine when a visa becomes available for CSPA age calculation, aligning its process with the Department of State. This change, effective August 15, 2025, impacts family-sponsored, employment-based, and diversity visa applicants, and clarifies rules for pending cases and extraordinary circumstances.
ByJeremy Richards
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The Child Status Protection Act (CSPA) prevents certain immigrant beneficiaries from losing eligibility due to “aging out” during visa processing. This post covers how the CSPA age is calculated, explains the impact of extraordinary circumstances, and describes the concept of visa retrogression.
ByJeremy Richards
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U.S. visa applications can be frustrating, especially when encountering legal hurdles. Fortunately, the U.S. State Department’s LegalNet service is available to address legal questions about visa cases. This post outlines when and how to use LegalNet based on the guidelines provided in 9 FAM 103.4.