Recent pending changes in regulations of the Department of Homeland Security and Department of State affect whether a foreigner might become a U.S. “public charge” for immigration purposes. The DHS (the USCIS agency) has jurisdiction over foreigners who are in the U.S. applying for an immigration benefit. DOS (the US consulates) has jurisdiction over foreigners […]
Tightening Minimum Income Requirements for Immigration
Proposed 84 FR 41292: New Public Charge Federal Rule In proposed regulations posted Wednesday, October. 10, 2018, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) intends to redefine the term “public charge” to block green cards and visas for low-income immigrants. The administration will more heavily scrutinize the financial status of foreigners before granting immigration benefits. Low-income immigrants include […]