USCIS Warns Immigrants Against Scams Promising Faster Green Card and Visa Processing
The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has issued a warning to immigrants regarding individuals, businesses, and websites that claim to expedite immigration approvals, such as Green Cards, visas, or work permits, through alleged special connections within the U.S. government. USCIS emphasizes that these promises are often scams and advises applicants to be cautious of anyone guaranteeing faster processing in exchange for a fee. The agency clarifies that no private consultant or organization possesses special access to guarantee immigration outcomes or accelerated processing times. While USCIS does have procedures for certain expedited requests, these cannot be secured by private intermediaries claiming government connections. Immigrants are urged to rely solely on official USCIS processing information and authorized legal service providers. Furthermore, USCIS advises against paying for official forms, as they are available for free, and recommends using only official government websites like...
