USCIS Issues Policy Alert with Updated Guidance for Adjudication of Cuban Adjustment Act Cases

USCIS issued a policy alert after it updated policy guidance in Chapter 23.11(a)(1), (h) and (n) of the Adjudicator’s Field Manual (AFM) relating to adjustment of status under the Cuban Adjustment Act (CAA).

Policy Highlights

• Provides updated examples of documents applicants may submit as proof of being a Cuban native or Cuban citizen for purposes of adjustment of status based on the CAA.
• Replaces language directing officers to certify denied CAA cases to the AAO with language suggesting certification if appropriate.

Related Resources

• USCIS Provides a Policy Memo on Updated Agency Interpretation of Cuban Citizenship Law – November 21, 2017
• Summary and Minutes from AILA Meeting with U.S. Embassy in Havana, Cuba (5/15/17)
• USCIS Policy Memo on VAWA Amendments to the Cuban Adjustment Act – July 29, 2016