Green Card
Priority date movement, processing time updates, and policy changes for U.S. permanent residency. Covers employment-based (EB-1 through EB-5), family-sponsored, and diversity visa green card categories.
ICE Detains Texas Woman on Honeymoon Despite Pending Green Card
Ward Sakeik’s detention despite a pending green card exposes gaps in U.S. immigration policy, especially affecting stateless individuals. Advocacy efforts push ICE to protect families and reconsider detaining immigrants lawfully…
How Does Green Card Renewal Differ If Your Card Is Lost or Stolen?
Replace lost, stolen, or destroyed green cards by filing Form I-90 immediately. Pay a $540 fee, attend biometrics,…
Can I Get a Refund If I Withdraw My I-485 Application?
USCIS does not refund fees for withdrawn Form I-485 applications. Withdrawal needs written notice and you’ll get confirmation.…
Can the Filing Fee for Form I-485 Be Waived?
USCIS prohibits fee waivers for Form I-485, requiring full payment at filing. Applicants must plan financially or seek…
Does USCIS Refund Filing Fees if I-485 Is Rejected for Incompleteness?
Filing fees for USCIS Form I-485 are non-refundable if rejected for incompleteness. The fee increased to $1,440 in…
What Are the Key Steps in the Green Card Renewal Process?
To renew your green card, file Form I-90 at least six months before expiration and pay $540. Submit…
Can I Work or Apply for Jobs During Green Card Renewal?
USCIS now allows green card holders to work up to 36 months after expiration with Form I-90 receipt.…
What If I-485 Fee Changes After Mailing But Before USCIS Receives It?
Effective April 1, 2024, USCIS raised the I-485 filing fee to $1,440. The fee depends on the application…
Do I Need to Pay a Separate Fee for Work Permit After Filing I-485?
As of April 1, 2024, USCIS requires separate filing fees for Form I-765. Applicants filing I-485 earlier avoid…
Form I-485 Not Eligible for Fee Waiver Using Form I-912, USCIS Confirms
Form I-485 is not eligible for fee waivers via Form I-912, except for specific exemptions like VAWA. Submitting…