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MVP Law Group, P.A. makes available the information and materials in this forum for informational purposes only. The information is general in nature and does not constitute legal advice or any contractual obligations. Further, the use of this site, and the sending or receipt of this information, does not create an attorney-client relationship between us. Therefore, your communication with us through this forum will not be considered as privileged or confidential.

1. What is happening during adjustment interviews now given the USCIS May 2026 memo?

The memo was released without any guidance to Field Offices/Adjudicating Officers, and therefore, individual experiences during AOS interviews across the United States have been inconsistent in applying the memo since its release. Four (4) common questions have been asked at AOS interviews, which include: (1) Why did you apply for AOS instead of Consular Processing? (2) Are there any factors preventing you from Consular Processing? (3) Why did you not leave after your period of authorized stay expired? (4) Do you have any family still living there? There have been several reports from our colleagues that the questions above were not asked during the interview but were listed in a subsequent request for additional evidence (RFE), issued after the interview. Other reports indicate that applicants were asked the above questions during the interview and had to answer them through a sworn signed statement. Additionally, there have been other reports of individuals receiving approval shortly after interview. Our office has attended several Adjustment of Status interviews at the USCIS Fairfax VA office in the last week and the questions as mentioned above were NOT addressed. The best approach is to speak with a qualified Immigration Attorney to thoroughly discuss your case and immigration history and to be prepared to address the questions.

We wanted to find a new way to engage our reader base. Every other Friday, we will post the ten (10) best/most frequently asked questions received during the week from our h1bvisalawyerblog, Facebook, and Twitter readers. We will answer those questions and provide the Q&A on our H-1B Visa Lawyer Blog.

If you have a burning question, are seeking assistance with a difficult immigration related case, wish to discuss your views on Comprehensive Immigration Reform, DREAMers, Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals, priority dates, the monthly visa bulletin, adjustment applications, etc., please contact us by submitting your question/comment/viewpoint in our comment box provided on our H-1B Visa Lawyer Blog.

Our next “Q & A Forum” will take place this Friday, June 19, 2026. Act now and submit your questions!

MVP Law Group, P.A. makes available the information and materials in this forum for informational purposes only. The information is general in nature and does not constitute legal advice or any contractual obligations. Further, the use of this site, and the sending or receipt of this information, does not create an attorney-client relationship between us. Therefore, your communication with us through this forum will not be considered as privileged or confidential.

1. Does the memo released by USCIS on Friday, May 22, 2026, stop people who are otherwise eligible for adjustment of status from applying for their Green Card from within the U.S.?

No. The memo does not change the law, statutory eligibility criteria, or stop USCIS from processing and approving I-485, Application to Adjust Status petitions. People who are eligible for adjustment of status should speak with an experienced Immigration Attorney to discuss their case. Adjudications by USCIS will continue to be made on a case-by-case basis.

We wanted to find a new way to engage our reader base. Every other Friday, we will post the ten (10) best/most frequently asked questions received during the week from our h1bvisalawyerblog, Facebook, and Twitter readers. We will answer those questions and provide the Q&A on our H-1B Visa Lawyer Blog.

If you have a burning question, are seeking assistance with a difficult immigration related case, wish to discuss your views on Comprehensive Immigration Reform, DREAMers, Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals, priority dates, the monthly visa bulletin, adjustment applications, etc., please contact us by submitting your question/comment/viewpoint in our comment box provided on our H-1B Visa Lawyer Blog.

Our next “Q & A Forum” will take place this Friday, June 5, 2026. Act now and submit your questions!

MVP Law Group, P.A. makes available the information and materials in this forum for informational purposes only. The information is general in nature and does not constitute legal advice or any contractual obligations. Further, the use of this site, and the sending or receipt of this information, does not create an attorney-client relationship between us. Therefore, your communication with us through this forum will not be considered as privileged or confidential.

1. What is the deadline to submit an H-1B CAP petition for Fiscal Year 2027? My employer has not yet filed the case and I’m worried about my case not being filed on time.

 The deadline for H-1B CAP petitions for FY2027 to be filed with United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) is June 30, 2026. There is still sufficient time to file a proper H-1B CAP petition with USCIS.

We wanted to find a new way to engage our reader base. Every other Friday, we will post the ten (10) best/most frequently asked questions received during the week from our h1bvisalawyerblog, Facebook, and Twitter readers. We will answer those questions and provide the Q&A on our H-1B Visa Lawyer Blog.

If you have a burning question, are seeking assistance with a difficult immigration related case, wish to discuss your views on Comprehensive Immigration Reform, DREAMers, Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals, priority dates, the monthly visa bulletin, adjustment applications, etc., please contact us by submitting your question/comment/viewpoint in our comment box provided on our H-1B Visa Lawyer Blog.

Our next “Q & A Forum” will take place this Friday, May 22, 2026. Act now and submit your questions!

MVP Law Group, P.A. makes available the information and materials in this forum for informational purposes only. The information is general in nature and does not constitute legal advice or any contractual obligations. Further, the use of this site, and the sending or receipt of this information, does not create an attorney-client relationship between us. Therefore, your communication with us through this forum will not be considered as privileged or confidential.

1. When must I file Form I-751 with USCIS to remove the conditions on my green card? 

If you are a conditional lawful permanent resident based on your marriage to a United States Citizen, you are required to file Form I-751, Petition to Remove Conditions on Residence with the USCIS within 90 days of the expiration date as listed on your conditional green card. Form I-751 requires a filing fee of $750.00, and can be filed jointly with your U.S. citizen spouse or individually based on certain circumstances. The current processing times for Form I-751 are 29.5 to 35.5 months. 

We wanted to find a new way to engage our reader base. Every other Friday, we will post the ten (10) best/most frequently asked questions received during the week from our h1bvisalawyerblog, Facebook, and Twitter readers. We will answer those questions and provide the Q&A on our H-1B Visa Lawyer Blog.

If you have a burning question, are seeking assistance with a difficult immigration related case, wish to discuss your views on Comprehensive Immigration Reform, DREAMers, Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals, priority dates, the monthly visa bulletin, adjustment applications, etc., please contact us by submitting your question/comment/viewpoint in our comment box provided on our H-1B Visa Lawyer Blog.

Our next “Q & A Forum” will take place this Friday, May 8, 2026. Act now and submit your questions!

MVP Law Group, P.A. makes available the information and materials in this forum for informational purposes only. The information is general in nature and does not constitute legal advice or any contractual obligations. Further, the use of this site, and the sending or receipt of this information, does not create an attorney-client relationship between us. Therefore, your communication with us through this forum will not be considered as privileged or confidential.

1. I was terminated by my employer last week. This week I found a new job and the company is willing to transfer my H-1b visa to their company. When can I start working with the new employer, they are ready for me to start next Monday?

 You should not be working during your grace period for anyone. Your new employer must file an H-1B transfer/extension petition on your behalf with USCIS before you are able to begin working for a new employer.

We wanted to find a new way to engage our reader base. Every other Friday, we will post the ten (10) best/most frequently asked questions received during the week from our h1bvisalawyerblog, Facebook, and Twitter readers. We will answer those questions and provide the Q&A on our H-1B Visa Lawyer Blog.

If you have a burning question, are seeking assistance with a difficult immigration related case, wish to discuss your views on Comprehensive Immigration Reform, DREAMers, Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals, priority dates, the monthly visa bulletin, adjustment applications, etc., please contact us by submitting your question/comment/viewpoint in our comment box provided on our H-1B Visa Lawyer Blog.

Our next “Q & A Forum” will take place this Friday, April 24, 2026. Act now and submit your questions!