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USCIS Updates Guidance on Flexibilities Available During and After Emergencies or Unforeseen Circumstances

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USCIS is updating its Policy Manual to clarify what flexibilities may be available to immigration benefit requestors during and after emergencies or unforeseen circumstances. The update aims to provide clearer guidance on options for applicants facing hardships.
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U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services is updating our Policy Manual to clarify flexibilities that may be available to benefit requestors during and after an emergency or unforeseen circumstance.

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