Does USCIS check social media for immigration applications?

Yes, USCIS and the Department of State review publicly available social media profiles to verify information provided in visa and green card applications.

Do I have to provide my social media handles to USCIS?

Applicants for most immigrant and non-immigrant visas are required to provide their social media identifiers used on platforms like Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn for the past five years.

Can social media activity lead to a visa denial?

Yes, if social media content reveals inconsistencies with your application or provides evidence of fraud or security threats, it can lead to a denial.

Benefits of Temporary Protected Status (TPS)

April 20, 2022
Immigration & Naturalization Law, Temporary Protected Status

In a previous article (What is Temporary Protected Status “TPS”), we discussed that TPS is a temporary immigration status provided to immigrants from certain countries who are already in the United States and temporarily unable to their home country due to unsafe conditions. We also advised as to eligibility requirements for TPS and how to register for this benefit if you qualify.

What are the benefits of TPS?

– Temporary stay of deportation;
– Temporary authorization to work in the United States; and
– Eligibility to apply for advance parole, which provides permission to travel abroad and return to the United States, but they must apply for it separately.

What doesn’t TPS provide?

– Eligibility for public assistance
– A path to a green card or citizenship

What happens when my country’s TPS designation ends?

You return to the immigration status that you held prior to receiving TPS, unless that status expired or you were able to get a new immigration status while you had TPS.

To determine if your country has been designated for TPS and/or if you are eligible for TPS, please contact us at the Law Offices of Azita M. Mojarad, P.C.

Azita M. Mojarad

Azita M. Mojarad is the founder of the Law Offices of Azita M. Mojarad, P.C. For over 20 years, she has helped thousands of clients with immigration, divorce, criminal defense, and business law matters in Chicago and the greater Illinois area. She holds a J.D. from Loyola University Chicago School of Law and an M.B.A. from North Park University. Azita is AV Preeminent Rated by Martindale-Hubbell and recognized as a Leading Lawyer in Immigration and Divorce by the Leading Lawyers Network since 2012.