United States · Immigration

Key Facts

—The memo: USCIS issued Policy Memorandum PM-602-0199 on May 21 calling adjustment of status a discretionary, extraordinary relief.

—No new law: The memo does not change the statute or eligibility rules but tells officers to apply heightened scrutiny to Form I-485 cases.

—Dual intent safe: H-1B and L-1 visa holders pursuing a green card remain among the strongest categories under the new memo.