Month: October 2025
October 9, 2025
Stricter USCIS Rules for Disability Exceptions in Naturalization Process (Form N-648)
On June 13, 2025, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) announced new policy guidance that significantly changes how it evaluates Form N-648, Medical Certification for Disability Exceptions, which is used by applicants seeking exemption from the English and civics requirements for naturalization. The update aims to strengthen the integrity of the process, reduce fraud, and […]
October 1, 2025
Understanding the Impact of Matter of Pascacio Gonzalez Jimenez: Immigration Law, Discretion, and Notario Fraud
On July 12, 2025, the Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA) issued a significant precedential decision in Matter of Pascacio Gonzalez Jimenez, addressing two critical aspects of immigration law: (1) the impact of false information on Social Security and taxes when requesting relief, and (2) the potential for excusing late filings based on reliance on professional […]