The US is requiring all immigration applications—green cards, citizenship, asylum—to be filed online, eliminating paper submissions.
The US has made online filing mandatory for all immigration applications, including green card petitions, citizenship applications, and asylum requests. Paper submissions are no longer accepted. This shift affects anyone applying for US immigration benefits, whether from abroad or within the US.
If you're planning to file for a green card, apply for citizenship, or submit an asylum claim, you must now use the USCIS online portal. This means you'll need reliable internet access, a valid email address, and the ability to upload documents in the required formats. The system is designed to streamline processing, but it also means technical issues can delay your application.
Paper immigration applications are no longer accepted in the US.
Start by visiting USCIS.gov to familiarize yourself with the online system before you file. Have all documents scanned and ready—birth certificates, passports, police clearances, medical exams. If you're abroad, ensure you have stable internet and consider having a trusted contact in the US who can assist if technical problems arise. If you're not comfortable with the online process, many immigration attorneys can file on your behalf.
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