Medical Exceptions and Waivers for 2025 Citizenship Questions
USCIS updated its Form N-648 medical exception policy in 2025 to help disabled applicants bypass English and civics…
Articles by & updated by Elena Marquez
What To Do If Your EB-2 NIW Petition Is Denied
In 2025, EB-2 NIW denial rates increased to 37.2%, surpassing EB-1A’s 25.1%, due to USCIS’s stricter evidence requirements.…
Is There a Minimum Publication or Citation Requirement for EB-2 NIW?
EB-2 NIW petitions require no minimum publications or citations. USCIS prioritizes the impact and national significance of work.…
Can I Apply for EB-2 NIW Without Holding a Ph.D. Degree?
EB-2 NIW allows advanced degree holders or those with exceptional ability to self-petition for U.S. green cards without…
Common Factors That Delay Marriage Green Card Timelines in 2025
Marriage green card delays in 2025 stem from updated USCIS form rules, stricter fraud checks, and significant processing…
Does the I-485 Fee Include Green Card Production Costs?
Since April 2024, the I-485 fee covers application review, biometrics, and Green Card production. The fee ranges from…
Estimated EB-2 NIW Petition Processing Times for 2025 Explained
EB-2 NIW enables self-petitioning for green cards without needing an employer. Premium processing expedites Form I-140 decisions to…
Is There a Different I-485 Filing Fee for Elderly Applicants?
Elderly immigrants filing Form I-485 pay the full $1,440 fee, except those 79+ who skip the biometric fee.…
Are Children Required to Take the Oath of Allegiance for Citizenship?
Children under 14 do not need to take the Oath of Allegiance to become U.S. citizens, but those…