Big Relief: US Took U-Turn On Green Card

A major relief has come for thousands of immigrants waiting for Green Cards in the United States. After creating panic with its earlier announcement, the US administration has now clarified that most applicants will not be forced to leave America while their Green Card process is underway.

Last week, reports suggested that people applying for permanent residency would have to return to their home countries and complete the process from there. The move triggered concern among immigrants, especially Indians working in the US on long term visas.

Now, the Department of Homeland Security has clarified that there is no major change for most applicants. Officials said Green Card cases will continue to be handled individually and many people can still remain in the US during processing.

The clarification has brought relief to thousands of families, employees and companies that feared major disruptions. The earlier announcement had created uncertainty among H1B visa holders and others waiting for permanent residency approvals.