These efforts support the implementation of the Presidential Proclamation announced on June 4, 2024, and joint Department of Homeland Security and Department of Justice Interim Final Rule, Securing the Border, which will significantly streamline the expedited removal process and speed removals for...
ICE announces ongoing work to optimize enforcement resources
These efforts support the implementation of the Presidential Proclamation announced on June 4, 2024, and joint Department of Homeland Security and Department of Justice Interim Final Rule, Securing the Border, which will significantly streamline the expedited removal process and speed removals for...
Form I-140, Immigrant Petition for Alien Workers
Edition Date: 06/07/24. Starting Oct. 21, 2024, we will accept only the 06/07/24 edition. Until then, you can also use the 04/01/24 edition. You can find the edition date at the bottom of the page on the form and instructions.
USCIS Issues Guidance on In-Person Filing for Certain SIJ Petitioners
We are updating the USCIS Policy Manual to clarify how certain petitioners for special immigrant juvenile (SIJ) classification (or their representatives) may file Form I-360, Petition for Amerasian, Widower, or Special Immigrant.
Bolivia - Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution
Reissued after annual review. Exercise increased caution in Bolivia due to civil unrest. Some areas have increased risk. Read the entire Travel Advisory. Do not travel to: Chapare region due to crime. Country Summary : Demonstrations, strikes, and roadblocks can occur at any time in Bolivia....
New Caledonia - Level 3: Reconsider Travel
Updated to reflect change to Travel Advisory Level 3. Reconsider travel to New Caledonia due to civil unrest and crime . U.S. citizens should reconsider travel to New Caledonia or consider departing by commercial or other privately available transportation options, in light of the current security...
Form I-290B, Notice of Appeal or Motion
Edition Date: 05/31/24. Starting Oct. 21, 2024, we will accept only the 05/31/24 edition. Until then, you can also use the 04/01/24 edition. You can find the edition date at the bottom of the page on the form and instructions.
USCIS Shifts Workload for Form I-730 Following-to-Join Refugee Petitions
Effective May 6, 2024, all Forms I-730, Refugee/Asylee Relative Petition, filed for following to join refugees (FTJ-R) are being processed at the USCIS International Operations Division rather than the Asylum Vetting Center.
Form G-1055, Fee Schedule
Edition Date: 05/29/24. You can find the edition date at the bottom of the page of Form G-1055, Fee Schedule.
Form I-730 Following-to-Join Refugee Processing Shifts to USCIS International Operations
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services is shifting initial domestic processing of Form I-730, Refugee/Asylee Relative Petition, for following-to-join refugees (FTJ-Rs) within the USCIS Refugee, Asylum and International Operations Directorate.
Comoros - Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution
Updated to reflect information on election-related civil unrest. Exercise increase caution in Comoros due to crime and civil unrest. Protests occur spontaneously in Comoros and are typically motivated by political factors. Most protests occur in Moroni, and some have turned violent. Protesters...
Extension and Redesignation of Burma (Myanmar) for TPS
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) published a notice in the Federal Register announcing the extension and redesignation of Burma for Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for 18 months from May 26, 2024, through Nov. 25, 2025.
Benin - Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution
Reissued to update information on Crime, Terrorism, and Kidnapping. Risks due to Maritime Crime (Other) is removed. Exercise increased caution in Benin due to crime, kidnapping, and terrorism. Some areas have increased risk. Read the entire Travel Advisory. Do Not Travel to the below areas of...
USCIS Updates Guidance for Family-Based Immigrant Visas
Effective May 22, 2024, we are updating guidance in the USCIS Policy Manual on family-based immigrant visa petitions (including Form I-130, Petition for Alien Relative and, in limited situations, family-based Form I-360, Petition for Amerasian, Widow(er), or Special Immigrant), including explaining...
USCIS Updates Guidance for Family-Based Immigrant Visas
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services is issuing guidance in the USCIS Policy Manual on family-based immigrant visa petitions (including Form I-130, Petition for Alien Relative and, in limited situations, family-based Form I-360, Petition for Amerasian, Widow(er), or Special Immigrant).
Worldwide Caution - Caution
Location: Worldwide Event: Due to the potential for terrorist attacks, demonstrations, or violent actions against U.S. citizens and interests, the Department of State advises U.S. citizens overseas to exercise increased caution. The Department of State is aware of the increased potential for...
Eligible to Naturalize Factsheet: New Orleans-Metairie, LA
USCIS is committed to providing more information on the eligible to naturalize population. This fact sheet provides information on select characteristics of people with Lawful Permanent Residence (LPR) status, also known as Green Card holders in New Orleans-Metairie, LA.
ICE updates online data dashboard
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement today updated the online statistics dashboard to include data for first quarter of Fiscal Year 2024, which spans from Oct. 1, 2023 through Dec. 31, 2023.
ICE updates online data dashboard
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement today updated the online statistics dashboard to include data for first quarter of Fiscal Year 2024, which spans from Oct. 1, 2023 through Dec. 31, 2023.
USCIS Announces New FY 2024 Funding Opportunity Under the Citizenship and Integration Grant Program
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services today announced the opening of the application period for the Citizenship and Integration Training Academy (CITA), a new funding opportunity under the Citizenship and Integration Grant Program.
USCIS Opens Additional San Francisco Asylum Office Location
USCIS’ San Francisco Asylum Office is opening an additional temporary location in Oakland, California. Effective May 15, 2024, asylum applicants under the jurisdiction of the San Francisco Asylum Office may receive an interview notice to appear at the asylum office located in Oakland instead of San...
USCIS Clarifies Policy on Location of H-3 Training
We have issued policy guidance in the USCIS Policy Manual clarifying when H-3 nonimmigrants may participate in training provided on the property of an academic or vocational institution.
Centralized Intake Processing of VAWA Self-Petitions and Related Filings at the Nebraska Service Center
Effective April 1, 2024, we centralized the intake process of Form I-360, Petition for Amerasian, Widow(er), or Special Immigrant, and related filings under the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) for self-petitioning abused spouses, children, and parents at the Nebraska Service Center.
USCIS Celebrates Its Employees During Public Service Recognition Week
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services is honoring its dedicated workforce during Public Service Recognition Week (PSRW) 2024. Celebrated annually during the first full week in May since 1985, PSRW is a time set aside to honor those who serve our nation as federal, state, county, and local...
Form I-941, Application for Entrepreneur Parole
Edition Date: 05/06/24. Starting July 8, 2024 we will accept only the 05/06/24 edition. Until then, you can also use the 04/01/24 and 07/21/22 editions. You can find the edition date at the bottom of the page on the form and instructions.
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