US says people seeking green cards must leave the country to apply
The US has implemented a new policy requiring individuals seeking green cards to apply from outside the country. This change affects those on temporary visas, who must return to their home countries to complete the application process. Immigration lawyers and aid groups express concern over the implications of this policy, particularly for those unable to safely return home.
- ▪Individuals seeking green cards must now apply from outside the United States.
- ▪The new policy affects those on temporary visas, such as work or tourist visas.
- ▪Immigration lawyers are concerned about the potential chilling effect on applications.
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