1. USCIS Immigration Medical Exam Guidance The U.S Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has issued new guidance on the validity of an immigration medical exam report (Form I-693). From November 1, 2023, any Form I-693 correctly filled out and signed by an approved civil surgeon will not expire and can be used indefinitely, serving as…

1. The Illinois Department of Human Services and Department of Healthcare and Family Services have both updated their policy about state-funded medical benefits for aliens. The updates come into effect on June 5, 2024. Single adults who have not filed for a T Visa, a U Visa, or asylum are no longer eligible for state-funded…

The Trump administration has announced significant changes to the US green card application process, with immediate impact. New policies introduced by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) mandate a renewed medical examination form for each permanent residency application, superseding a policy introduced last year that allowed for indefinite use of such forms. This…

The Trump administration announced significant policy changes that affect permanent residency applications and the associated medical examination forms. The USCIS requires that every new permanent residency application now demands a renewed medical examination form. This policy change applies to all applications for permanent residency filed starting June 11, 2025, including those already pending. The form…