The Trump administration has announced a major change to the U.S. permanent residency process, requiring most foreign nationals to return to their home countries to apply for green cards. The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) stated in a memorandum that, except for 'special circumstances,' applications for permanent residency will no longer be accepted from within the United States. Applicants must now complete the process through U.S. embassies or consulates abroad.
USCIS spokesperson Jack Kahler said the policy aims to align the immigration system with legal intent and reduce the tendency of foreigners to remain in the country unlawfully. Experts warn that the change could create uncertainty for hundreds of thousands of immigrants currently residing in the U.S. on temporary visas, including students, spouses of U.S. citizens, and foreign workers.
Immigration lawyers expressed concern that the new rule could lead to prolonged family separations, as green card approvals may take months or even years. The administration has not yet clarified which cases will qualify for exceptions, though refugees may be exempted, according to early indications.
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