Most people seeking green cards must now apply from outside the US
Summary
The US government has introduced a new rule requiring most immigrants who want a green card to apply from outside the country, except in rare cases. This change is intended to reduce illegal immigration by closing a loophole that let some visa holders apply for permanent residency while staying in the US.Key Facts
- Most immigrants seeking a green card must now apply through consular processing outside the US.
- Exceptions are allowed only in extraordinary circumstances.
- The policy aims to prevent people from staying in the US illegally after their green card applications are denied.
- Immigrants such as students, temporary workers, and tourists must apply from their home country.
- The new rule is part of President Donald Trump’s effort to strengthen immigration laws.
- USCIS says this will make the system fairer and free up resources for other immigration cases.
- More than one million immigrants are currently waiting for green card approval inside the US.
- Critics say the change could separate families and cause difficulties for those who leave the US during the process.
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