‘The rug pulled out from everyone’: the chaos of Trump’s new green card rules
Summary
The US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) issued a new memo that may require many foreign residents to leave the US and apply for green cards from their home countries instead of adjusting their status inside the US. This change has caused confusion and worry among visa holders and their families, as it could disrupt their lives and plans for permanent residency.Key Facts
- USCIS released a new policy memo last week affecting how many foreigners apply for green cards.
- Previously, many could adjust their status to permanent residency while staying in the US.
- The new rule may force some applicants to leave the US and apply from abroad through consulates.
- USCIS says the memo restates congressional intent and may allow some cases to continue inside the US, especially those benefiting the economy or national interest.
- The policy change creates uncertainty for those on temporary visas like the H-1B work visa.
- Some applicants, like investors in the EB-5 program, worry they will lose benefits and have to restart their lives if forced to apply from overseas.
- Families with conditional green cards are concerned about travel restrictions and future residency applications.
- Immigration advocates and affected individuals describe the changes as disruptive to legal immigration pathways.
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