Washington. U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) released new administrative guidelines related to asylum applications, work permits, and biometric reviews, measures that could affect thousands of active immigration cases during 2026.
According to USCIS, the memorandum seeks to strengthen verification procedures and document reviews across several immigration programs. The agency stated that some applicants may be required to attend new biometric appointments and undergo additional screening before final decisions are issued.
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Immigration attorneys warned that certain asylum seekers continue facing significant delays in work authorization renewals and case processing.
Several organizations advised immigrants to remain alert to official notices and avoid relying on rumors circulating on social media regarding supposed automatic immigration status changes.
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