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The FIFA World Cup 2026 is almost here! If you're planning to travel to the U.S. to catch the games, knowing your visa o...
06/04/2026

The FIFA World Cup 2026 is almost here! If you're planning to travel to the U.S. to catch the games, knowing your visa options ahead of time is a MUST. From the FIFA Pass to Visa Bonds and ESTA waivers — there's a lot to keep in mind before you go. Don't wait until the last minute to get prepared! ⚽🏆🇺🇸

Want to know everything you need before traveling? Read our full guide here 👇

https://www.whklawfirm.com/post/fifa-world-cup-2026-u-s-visas-what-you-need-to-know

With the FIFA World Cup 2026 coming to the United States, international fans and travelers are racing against time to secure their U.S. visas. To manage the immense demand and global backlogs, the U.S. Department of State, in coordination with FIFA, launched a voluntary fast-track scheduling tool kn...

“Actually, Most Immigrants Won’t Need to Leave U.S. to Get Green Cards, D.H.S. Says” — The New York TimesAn important up...
05/31/2026

“Actually, Most Immigrants Won’t Need to Leave U.S. to Get Green Cards, D.H.S. Says” — The New York Times

An important update following last week’s USCIS AOS memo. According to the article, DHS clarified that the memo was not intended as a blanket requirement for all green card applicants to leave the United States and that officers continue to exercise discretion on a case-by-case basis.

Current takeaway: Adjustment of Status has not been eliminated, but USCIS appears to be placing greater emphasis on discretionary review and case-by-case analysis.

But details remained scant after officials said last week that, with “extraordinary” exceptions, people seeking permanent residency must first leave the country.

Can you still get a green card inside the U.S.?Since USCIS announced its new Adjustment of Status policy memo last Frida...
05/26/2026

Can you still get a green card inside the U.S.?

Since USCIS announced its new Adjustment of Status policy memo last Friday (5/22), our office has been flooded with calls and messages.

We've gathered the questions we're hearing most and put them together in one place. There's a lot of misinformation circulating right now — our hope is that this helps you stay informed and make decisions based on facts, not rumors.

Read the full FAQ here 👇

Since USCIS released its new Adjustment of Status policy memorandum last Friday, our office has received a very large number of questions regarding marriage-based green cards, pending I-485 applications, DACA, Advance Parole, and whether green cards inside the United States are still possible.At thi...

🚨 USCIS released a major Adjustment of Status policy update.The new memo strongly emphasizes that Adjustment of Status i...
05/22/2026

🚨 USCIS released a major Adjustment of Status policy update.

The new memo strongly emphasizes that Adjustment of Status is discretionary — meaning approval is not automatically guaranteed even if basic eligibility requirements are met.

What this may mean:
• Increased scrutiny on AOS cases
• Immigration history and credibility matter more
• Officers may weigh discretionary factors more heavily
• Strong documentation and case strategy are becoming increasingly important

This does NOT eliminate Adjustment of Status, but it may signal a stricter adjudication environment moving forward.

Policy changes can feel overwhelming — but you are not alone.

Stay calm. Stay informed. Stay prepared. Our team is closely monitoring these changes and breaking them down clearly so individuals and families can better understand what these updates may mean for their immigration journey.

📢 Read more here:

Today, USCIS released a new policy memorandum emphasizing that Adjustment of Status (AOS) is a discretionary form of relief and an “extraordinary” benefit that allows applicants to avoid the ordinary immigrant visa process through a U.S. consulate abroad.Since the announcement, we have already r...

🚨 ¡AVISO IMPORTANTE!Hay un cambio crítico en la política de USCIS sobre Estatus Especial de Inmigrante Juvenil (SIJS). L...
04/20/2026

🚨 ¡AVISO IMPORTANTE!

Hay un cambio crítico en la política de USCIS sobre Estatus Especial de Inmigrante Juvenil (SIJS). La acción diferida automática terminará pronto y la fecha límite para actuar es el 8 de mayo.

Si tienes un caso de SIJS pendiente o estás por iniciar uno, esto te afecta directamente para obtener tu permiso de trabajo.

📲 Lee la guía completa en nuestro blog: https://www.whklawfirm.com/post/cambio-de-pol%C3%ADtica-de-uscis-sobre-la-acci%C3%B3n-diferida-de-sijs-fechas-l%C3%ADmite-y-consideraciones-estrat

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El 10 de abril de 2026, el Servicio de Ciudadanía e Inmigración de los Estados Unidos (USCIS) emitió un nuevo memorando de política (PM-602-0198) que pone fin a la consideración automática de la acción diferida para personas a las que se les ha otorgado el Estatus de Inmigrante Juvenil Especi...

🚨 IMPORTANT LEGAL UPDATEUSCIS is changing its policy regarding SIJS Deferred Action. The deadline to secure your work pe...
04/20/2026

🚨 IMPORTANT LEGAL UPDATE

USCIS is changing its policy regarding SIJS Deferred Action. The deadline to secure your work permit eligibility is May 8.

Understanding these strategic considerations is vital for your case. Don't wait until the last minute.

📲 Full details on our blog: https://www.whklawfirm.com/post/uscis-policy-change-on-sijs-deferred-action-key-deadlines-and-strategic-considerations-april-2026

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On April 10th, the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) issued a new policy memorandum (PM-602-0198) ending the automatic consideration of deferred action for individuals granted Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS).This policy, taking effect on May 10th, represents a significant sh...

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