The U.S. immigration system is not entirely closed, despite recent headlines causing confusion and panic among potential immigrants. The pause specifically affects the issuance of immigrant visas at U.S. embassies for citizens of approximately 75 countries in categories such as EB-1 and EB-2. This pause is the final step in the visa process, but it does not halt all immigration activities.
Key Details:
- Immigrant visa stamping paused for citizens of ~75 countries in EB-1, EB-2 categories.
- Filing and approval of immigrant petitions (I-140) remain unaffected.
- Adjustment of Status (AOS) continues for individuals already in the U.S.
- O-1 talent visa processing is ongoing and not impacted by the current restrictions.
For those seeking to relocate, relying on the pause being lifted is not a viable strategy, as these pauses can last for years. Instead, utilizing the O-1 visa as a bridge may be the most effective solution at this time.
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Source: @shamayev_law