USCIS has issued important guidance regarding the processing of immigrant visa cases at the National Visa Center (NVC). For a case to be sent to the NVC for consular processing, the immigrant petition, such as Form I-130 or I-140, must specify that the beneficiary intends to apply for an immigrant visa abroad. If the petition requests adjustment of status within the United States instead, USCIS will retain the approved petition and will not forward it to the NVC automatically.
Key Details:
- Immigrant petitions must indicate intent to apply for a visa abroad for NVC processing.
- If adjustment of status is requested, USCIS retains the petition and does not forward it to the NVC.
- Applicants wishing to switch to consular processing must file Form I-824 to request the petition’s transfer to the NVC.
- This guidance is crucial for immigrants considering their visa options and processing routes.
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Source: AK Poku Law, PLLC