USCIS has recently revised its procedures for family-based immigrant visa petitions. The goal of these changes is to reduce processing delays and make the procedures more transparent for all parties involved.

Key Changes:

Form I-130 Requirements: Applicants must now specify their current address and preference for consular processing or adjustment of status. This helps USCIS decide whether to retain the petition for adjustment of status or forward it to the National Visa Center (NVC) for consular processing. Previously, if this preference was unclear, USCIS would typically keep the petition, causing delays. Applicants had to file Form I-824 and pay a fee to transfer the application to the NVC.

New Procedure: USCIS will now use the applicant’s last listed address to determine if the application should be sent to the NVC or remain with USCIS, streamlining the process.

Corrections and Updates:

USCIS has clarified the process for correcting errors or updating information on a pending or approved Form I-130, including changes in the applicant’s location or their processing preference.

Decision Guidelines:

USCIS has issued general guidelines on how it approves or denies family-based immigrant petitions, including the types of notices applicants will receive to stay informed.

These updates are intended to make the family-based immigration process more efficient and transparent. Applicants are advised to carefully review these changes and provide accurate information to avoid any delays.

As always, please do not hesitate to contact Oke Legal Group at 469-706-0191 or via email with any questions.

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