USCIS has announced a new policy regarding the reuse of biometrics photos, allowing previously taken photos to be reused if they are less than three years old at the time of filing. This update is effective immediately and applies to various immigration benefit types, streamlining the application process for many applicants.
Key Details:
- Photos must be less than three years old at the time of filing to be reused.
- USCIS officers retain the authority to request a new photo at any time.
- The age of the photo is no longer calculated based on the end of a document’s validity.
- The new rule does not apply to specific applications, including N-400 (Naturalization), N-600 (Certificate of Citizenship), I-90 (Replace Green Card), and I-485 (Adjustment of Status), which always require new biometrics.
This policy change is expected to ease the burden on applicants by reducing the need for new biometrics submissions in many cases. Need help with your immigration case? Visit QuickFiling.us for professional immigration services.
Source: Raju Mahajan, Esq.