VISA2US Blog

National Interest Waivers are an ideal way for individuals to skip the job sponsor requirement of a foreign work visa. However, qualifying for these coveted documents can be challenging as you must meet rigorous criteria.

The past few years have seen an increase in immigration changes through the COVID-19 pandemic and switching Trump and Biden Administrations. The latest round of federal immigration policies in 2023 focuses on things like immigration activity along the border of US and Mexico, noncitizens in mixed immigration status families, and children with immigrant parents. We cover the evolving immigration policies here and how they’ll affect your visa in 2023.

Immigration laws in the US began in the 1880s as people were welcomed into the country for various reasons. Within those laws is the term “public charge,” referring to someone in the care of the public. However, in 1999, the Immigration and Naturalization Service (the agency before the Department of Homeland Security) defined this term more thoroughly. In the 1999 Interim Field Guidance release, the definition of “public charge” was adapted to refer to anyone primarily dependent on public cash assistance or long-term care at the expense of the government. This standard has remained until recent rulings, and the DHS’s new “public charge” rule could affect visa and green card holders.

The Trump era public charge ruling has been effectively thrown out, and replaced by the 1999 version. While the 1999 version of the rule is perhaps more lenient on immigrants, there are still key provisions to take into account when seeking an adjustment of status.

The USCIS is looking to change their definition and adjudication process for public charge of inadmissibility rulings. This includes changing which types of non-cash will be exempt from determinations.

Receiving federal public benefits can be a confusing process for green card holders and their children. Depending on the U.S. state you live in, you might be eligible for SNAP, Medicaid, or children’s healthcare.

The I-912 waiver form requests financial information the primary applicant who is seeking an immigration status from the USCIS. In addition, immediate family/household members also need to provide financials on this form and attest to the release of their information to the USCIS.

Public charge is something that the USCIS looks out for in applicants applying for visas to immigrate to the United States. Below are some frequently asked questions pertaining to the rules and factors affecting whether someone will be admissible to the U.S. or not.

The public charge rule is in place so the Department of Homeland Security can carefully screen visa applicants and decide what level of assistance they might need once they are settled in the United States.

Going for a medical green card exam can become expensive very quickly. Here are some insights for understanding why and how to prepare for such a visit.