This Immigration Rule Change Has Millions Freaking Out

Adjustment of status in US immigration law is the process that allows certain eligible people already living in the United States to apply for lawful permanent residency, known as a green card, without needing to return to their home country for visa processing. It is mainly used by individuals who are already in the US on a temporary visa or who have another qualifying legal entry status and meet specific eligibility criteria, such as having an approved family or employment based petition or falling under certain humanitarian categories. The process involves submitting an application to US Citizenship and Immigration Services, attending a biometric appointment, and in many cases completing an interview before a final decision is made.