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Can I Pay One Fee for All Family Members’ I-485 Forms?

USCIS mandates separate payment for each Form I-485 and related forms. Each payment must be exact and individual for every…

Can I Use Premium Processing for My EB-2 NIW Case in 2025?

Since January 2023, EB-2 NIW petitioners can request premium processing for a $2,500 fee to get USCIS decisions within 45…

Will USCIS Reject My I-485 If Fee Waiver Is Denied?

Fee waiver denial for Form I-485 requires payment or leads to application denial. USCIS issues RFE or NOID after denial,…

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…

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, and wait…

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USCIS does not refund fees for withdrawn Form I-485 applications.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. Future applications…

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 nonprofit help.…

Meaning of ‘Bear Arms on Behalf of the United States’ in Oath of Allegiance

New U.S. citizens pledge in the Oath of Allegiance to bear arms if law demands, with exemptions for conscientious objectors.…