How Children Age Out of Derivative Status and the Role of CSPA
The CSPA prevents children from losing immigration benefits due to aging out by freezing their age during government…
Articles by & updated by Robert Pyne
Does a Dependent Spouse Inherit Principal Applicant’s Priority Date Automatically?
Dependent spouses cannot automatically inherit the principal applicant’s priority date when filing their own I-140 petition. Their green…
What Happens After Your USCIS Biometrics Appointment Step-by-Step
Following your biometrics appointment, USCIS performs security checks and reviews your case. Respond quickly to any Requests for…
How Long to Get SSN After EAD Approval in 2025
From April 2025, new EAD recipients must apply for their Social Security Number in person due to the…
What To Do Next After Your I-824 Is Approved: Step-by-Step Guide
USCIS approval of Form I-824 triggers specific actions like consular notifications or duplicate notices. NVC processes consular cases…
What Is the C08 EAD Category? Complete Guide Explained
Asylum applicants awaiting decisions for 150 days without delays may apply for a C08 EAD work permit. It…
U Visa Processing Time After Biometrics: What to Expect in 2025
U visa applicants experience lengthy processing times—12 to 32 months post-biometrics and 5 to 7 years total. A…
USCIS EAD Category Codes Explained: Eligibility and Extensions Guide
USCIS issues Employment Authorization Documents with category codes indicating eligibility. Applicants submit Form I-765, documents, and fees. Processing…
USCIS Workload’s Impact on Recent H-4 EAD Processing Delays
USCIS delays H-4 EAD work permits beyond six months in 2025, amid a 77% rise in applications and…