Policy update clarifies eligibility for selected cases
A new policy alert explains how officers should apply existing eligibility rules to a limited set of applications.
- The update clarifies existing rules rather than creating a new visa category.
- Applications already filed are assessed under the rules that apply to them.
- Check the policy alert date against your filing date.
The Department of Homeland Security has published a policy update affecting a limited set of immigration cases. The alert clarifies how adjudicators should interpret existing eligibility criteria when reviewing applications.
Policy updates can apply differently depending on when an application was filed. Read the effective date and any transition provisions before assuming the change affects your case.
If you are unsure whether the update applies, consult the form instructions or an authorised immigration attorney. VisaWyse summaries are for orientation and are not legal advice.