A new USCIS policy memorandum, PM-602-0199, impacts Adjustment of Status applications. Immigration officers will now scrutinize applications more closely. Applicants must present strong positive equities, not just a clean record. This change affects various visa categories, including F-1 and B-1/B-2 visitors. The policy aims to make domestic adjustment more difficult. Applicants should consult legal counsel to prepare their cases effectively.

A new USCIS policy memorandum on adjustment of status has raised concerns among immigrant communities after reports claimed green card applicants may need to leave the United…

United States · Immigration Key Facts —The memo: USCIS issued Policy Memorandum PM-602-0199 on May 21 calling adjustment of status a discretionary, ext

El portavoz de la agencia federal, Zack Kahler, aseguró que las nuevas políticas tienen el objetivo de hacer que el proceso migratorio “funcione conforme a la ley”

A new USCIS policy memorandum, PM-602-0199, impacts Adjustment of Status applications. Immigration officers will now scrutinize applications more closely. Applicants must present…

A new USCIS policy memo is increasing discretionary scrutiny for Adjustment of Status applications, particularly impacting non-immigrant visa holders like F-1 students and B-1/B-2…

A new USCIS policy, PM-602-0199, issued May 22, 2026, mandates stricter discretionary review for Green Card applications filed within the US. Immigration lawyers advise against…

A new USCIS policy memo is causing confusion for immigrants seeking green cards in the US. Immigration officers will now apply closer discretionary review for Adjustment of Status…