1.56M Green Card Backlog Slows Form I-485 Processing, USCIS Data Shows
The Form I-485 inventory stood at 1,560,290 pending applications on June 30, 2026. USCIS received more applications than it decided during the quarter. This...
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Answers from VisaVerge guidesWhat changes were made to U.S. immigration policies in 2025 that affect Green Card holders?
The 2025 Immigration Rules increased scrutiny at U.S. borders, intensified documentation and intent requirements, and broadened the categories under which Green Card holders may face deportation.
Read: Green Card Holders Face Questions Over Timing of International TravelWhat are some of the risks faced by green card applicants and immigrants under Project 2025?
Green card applicants and immigrants face heightened scrutiny, increased risk of detention, and potential loss of status if they have any irregularities in their immigration history.
Read: Canadian Mother Detained By ICE During Green Card Interview: 'I Want My Vote Back'What changes have been made to U.S. immigration rules in 2025 that affect green card holders?
The 2025 Immigration Rules broaden deportation grounds for green card holders, including minor offenses like traffic misdemeanors, and allow ICE greater authority to detain individuals in previously safe zones such as schools or hospitals.
Read: Filipino Ambassador Warns U.S. Green Card Holders of Immigration RisksWhat are the potential risks faced by green card applicants due to these policies?
The indefinite pause delays green card processing for certain countries without being an outright denial, and work permits for affected groups dropped to 18 months, increasing the risk of employment gaps.
Read: Immigration Suspensions Spark Discrimination Concerns Amid National Security JustificationsWhy did USCIS toughen green card processes in April 2025?
USCIS tightened green card processes to address the issue of sham marriages and prevent fraud, requiring more evidence and public awareness campaigns.
Read: Crackdown on Marriage Fraud Agency in California: Sham Green Card and VAWA Claims
No Universal USCIS Three-Year Continuous Residence Rule for Green Card Eligibility
There is no documented USCIS rule requiring all green card applicants, including TPS or DACA recipients, to have…
USCIS November Green Card Changes Could Affect Form I-485 Grace Period
USCIS updated paper Form I-485 mailing locations and provides a grace period through November 9, 2026, for applications…
White House Completes Review of PERM Green Card Rule, Sending Department of Labor Overhaul Forward
The White House has completed its review of a proposed Department of Labor overhaul to PERM labor certification.…
Judge Ohta Sets 2027 Green Card Lottery Opening Date for Diversity Visa
A court order would have opened 2027 Green Card Lottery registration by November 1, 2026. The Ninth Circuit…
Mobile NJMVC Van to Offer REAL ID Appointments at Mount Laurel Community Center
A New Jersey MVC mobile unit is scheduled to visit Mount Laurel Community Center January 27–31, though the…
Refugee Green Card Freeze Faces Class Action Lawsuit in PANA V. Edlow
Four refugees and six organizations are challenging federal policies that pause some refugee green card applications, restart screening,…
Judge Orders State Dept. to Set DV-2027 Lottery Dates by October 29
A judge ordered DV-2027 dates announced by October 29 and registration opened by November 1, 2026, but the…
Trump Administration Files Appeal to Reopen 2027 Diversity Visa Lottery
The government appealed the order to reopen DV-2027 registration, and on October 29, 2026 the Ninth Circuit granted…
Texas Republican Moves to Repeal Diversity Visa Lottery via H.R. 10896
Texas Republican Rep. Keith Self introduced H.R. 10896 to end the Diversity Immigrant Visa Lottery. The program offers…