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.

Illinois Trust Act – The State Immigration Law You Should Know About

June 30, 2018
Illinois Trust Act, Immigration & Naturalization Law, Immigration Enforcement

The Trust Act, an Illinois statute signed into law in August, 2017, established important protections for undocumented Illinois residents.

This law specifically makes it illegal for Illinois police to stop, search or arrest an individual based solely on his/her immigration status. It further prohibits local government officials from detaining undocumented residents on behalf of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) without a judicial warrant.

This law was enacted by Illinois legislators to clarify the limited role the state of Illinois is willing to have in immigration enforcement actions, a responsibility that lies solely with the federal government. In so doing, they accomplish two objectives:

Preserve state funds by disentangling local officials and funds from the work of federal immigration agencies; and
Protect and support all Illinois residents, immigrants and nonimmigrants alike.

If you should have any questions or need more information about the way that the Illinois Trust Act may impact you, or your family, or your friends, please contact the Law Offices of Azita M. Mojarad, P.C. by e-mailing us at azita@azitalaw.com, or by calling us at 312-641-0771, or by visiting our website.

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.