Update on NEW Process to Promote Family Unity and Stability
On July 17, 2024, the USCIS issued a news alert with updates on the Policy to Promote Family Unity that was announced by the Department of Homeland Security (“DHS”) on June 18, 2024.
Some key highlights are provided below.
Implementation Date
USCIS will begin accepting applications on August 19, 2024.
Although the USCIS is not currently accepting applications, individuals may begin preparing to file by gathering the requisite evidence to establish eligibility.
Eligibility
To be considered for a discretionary grant of parole, on a case-by-case basis, under this process, you must:
- Be present in the United States without admission or parole;
- Have been continuously present in the United States for at least 10 years as of June 17, 2024;
- Have a legally valid marriage to a U.S. citizen as of June 17, 2024;
- Not have any disqualifying criminal history or otherwise constitute a threat to national security or public safety; and
- Otherwise merit a favorable exercise of discretion.
Why Is This New Process Important?
Under current law, noncitizens who entered the United States without being “admitted” or “paroled” may only apply for a green card through their marriage to a United States citizen after departing the United States to complete what is known as “consular processing.”
This results in a prolonged, and potentially indefinite, period of separation from their U.S. citizen family members.
This new process will enable certain noncitizen spouses of United States citizens to apply for lawful permanent residence, i.e., a “green card,” without having to leave the United States.
It is estimated that approximately 500,000 noncitizen spouses of U.S. citizens could be eligible to access this process.
Marriage Green Card Lawyer Cost
Lally Immigration Services, LLC charges a flat rate of $3,500 to prepare and file a marriage-based green card application package. Clients are responsible for the USCIS filing fees; which, range from $2,115 – $3,005 (depending on whether work and travel permits are also requested).
Marriage Green Card Lawyer
If you are interested in filing a marriage-based green card, contact marriage green card lawyer, Dayna Lally, at [email protected]. A basic information email response will be provided. Phone consultation fees apply.
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Last Reviewed/Updated: 07/18/2024
