Trump to force foreigners to apply for a green card abroad—but those who provide ‘economic benefit’ or serve ‘national interest’ may be able to stay
The Trump administration has announced a significant change in immigration policy, requiring foreigners in the U.S. to leave and apply for green cards from their home countries. This policy aims to make legal immigration more difficult and could lead to family separations for many. Exceptions may apply for those who provide economic benefits or serve national interests, but the overall impact remains unclear.
- ▪Foreigners in the U.S. must return home to apply for green cards, except in extraordinary circumstances.
- ▪The policy is part of the Trump administration's efforts to reduce the number of people obtaining permanent residency.
- ▪Immigration experts warn that this change could lead to indefinite family separations for those unable to safely return home.
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Foreigners in the U.S. who want a green card will need to leave and apply in their home country, the Trump administration announced Friday, in a surprise change to a longstanding policy that sowed confusion and concern among aid groups, immigration lawyers and immigrants.Recommended Video For over half a century, foreign nationals with legal status have been able to apply for and complete the entire process for permanent residence in the United States — including individuals married to U.S. citizens, holders of work and student visas, and refugees and political asylum seekers, among others. The announcement from U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services said foreigners who are in the U.S.
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