1. The MR #25.20 Medical PM/WAG has implemented updates to Asylum Applicants and Torture Victims (AATV) and Victims of Trafficking, Torture or Other Serious Crimes (VTTC). New updates include clarification of state-funded medical services and federally funded Medicaid, and the introduction of new processing procedures for AATV/VTTC cases within IES. There have been recent changes…

1. October 2025 Visa Bulletin Released: Important Actions to Take The October 2025 Visa Bulletin is out marking the start of the new fiscal year, leading to the movement in green card queues and opening up possible pathways for those waiting for employment-based green cards. The bulletin guides two groups; firstly, those who can now…

On the USCIS Immigration Medical Exam Guidance front, the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) updated its guidance on how long an immigration medical exam report (Form I-693) remains valid as evidence. For all forms correctly completed and signed by an approved civil surgeon after November 1, 2023, they will not expire and will be…

The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has announced changes to the validity period of the immigration medical exam report (Form I-693). As of November 1, 2023, any Form I-693 filled out and signed by an approved civil surgeon will remain valid indefinitely and will be accepted as proof of the applicant’s health status, regardless…