USCIS updated the Direct Filing Addresses for Form I-140, affecting Premium Processing upgrades. This change, aimed at increasing efficiency and reducing Service Center costs, will reject Form I-907 received at the incorrect location after January 24, 2024, for a Premium Processing upgrade of a pending Form I-140. To ensure you file your application at the correct address, please check the…
DOS declared that consular officers now have the discretion to waive in-person interviews for specific categories of first-time H-2 visa applicants and other nonimmigrant visa applicants meeting certain criteria. This measure, became effective on January 1, 2024, will be reviewed annually and remains in place until further notice. Remzi Guvenc Kulen Esq. Kulen Law Firm P.C.
USCIS announced transitioning the filing location for Form I-907 related to pending Form I-140 to USCIS lockboxes from December 15, 2023. As of January 14, 2024, any Form I-907 received at the previous service center address will be rejected unless filed concurrently with associated applications. Remzi Guvenc Kulen Esq. Kulen Law Firm P.C.
USCIS issued policy guidance on Form I-751 eligibility, filing, and adjudication, including joint petitions, individual requests, and waivers. Effective since December 12, 2023, this update clarifies conditions for adjusting permanent resident status if conditional permanent resident status is terminated due to a late Form I-751 filing. For more detailed information, refer to the USCIS guidance provided at https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/policy-manual-updates/20231212-Family-BasedCPRs.pdf Remzi Guvenc Kulen…
USCIS announced an inflation adjustment to premium processing fees, increasing fees from $1,500 to $1,685, $1,750 to $1,965, and $2,500 to $2,805, effective February 26, 2024, as authorized under the USCIS Stabilizations Act. USCIS announced that it will increase the fees for Premium Processing. This increase will be effective on February 26, 2024. Some of the fee changes are as…
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