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ByJeremy Richards
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USCIS has rescinded its policy allowing expedited naturalization for certain SSI beneficiaries. The change is effective immediately and impacts pending and new applications.
ByJeremy Richards
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USCIS has implemented a new policy limiting when previously collected photographs may be reused for immigration identity documents. Effective December 12, 2025, most applicants will need a photo taken within the last three years, with certain applications always requiring new biometrics.
ByJeremy Richards
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USCIS has updated its Policy Manual to tighten vetting on false claims to U.S. citizenship, clarifying that Matter of Zhang applies to all cases filed or pending as of August 20, 2025.
ByJeremy Richards
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The USCIS Policy Manual now includes guidance on anti‑American or antisemitic activity, parole history, and broader social media screening as negative factors in discretionary immigration benefit adjudications.
ByRebecca Kroll
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U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has issued a new policy update to provide clearer guidelines for applicants and petitioners seeking the EB-1 Extraordinary Ability (E11) visa. This update offers significant clarifications on the types of evidence that USCIS will evaluate when determining eligibility for this highly sought-after immigrant visa classification. Key Highlights of the…
ByRebecca Kroll
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The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has announced important updates to its Policy Manual regarding the acquisition of citizenship for children. These updates respond to public feedback and are influenced by the U.S. Supreme Court decision in Sessions v. Morales-Santana (2017). Here’s a summary of the key changes: Key Updates in the USCIS Policy 1. Motion…
ByJeremy Richards
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U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has updated its policy manual. This update incorporates the U.S. Department of Labor’s (DOL) definition of “science or art” into USCIS procedures, specifically affecting Schedule A and Group II cases. This blog post delves into the details of this policy change and its implications for employment-based 2nd and 3rd preference (EB-2 and EB-3) petitions.