Peri B Edelman, Attorney at Law

09/01/2026

08/20/2026

🚨 NEW PUBLIC CHARGE RULES FOR GREEN CARD APPLICANTS

USCIS has issued new guidance on how officers will determine whether certain Green Card applicants may be considered likely to become a “public charge.”

📅 The new rules take effect September 18, 2026.

The changes may affect many people applying for Green Cards through family or employment. USCIS may consider an applicant’s financial situation and other individual circumstances when reviewing the case.

Certain immigrants remain exempt, including refugees, asylees, VAWA self-petitioners, U and T visa applicants, and other humanitarian categories.

⚠️ Planning to apply for a Green Card? It is important to understand whether the new rules apply to you and how they could affect your application.

📞 Contact our office to schedule a consultation.

08/13/2026

🚨 Immigration Alert: Major Change to Advance Parole

August 13, 2026

The Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA) announced an important change today that could affect immigrants who travel outside the United States using Advance Parole.

What changed?

For more than 10 years, people who traveled with Advance Parole generally did not have that trip counted as a “departure” for purposes of the 10-year unlawful-presence bar.

That has now changed.

In Matter of Delcarmen-Lara, the BIA overturned its previous rule and decided that leaving the United States with Advance Parole can count as a departure.
Why does this matter?

If someone has accumulated one year or more of qualifying unlawful presence, leaving the United States can potentially trigger a 10-year bar on returning to the country.

This means that having Advance Parole does not automatically mean that international travel is safe.

Who should be especially careful?

If you have:

DACA or another status that provides Advance Parole;
A pending green card application;
A history of unlawful presence; or
An immigration case involving a previous entry without inspection,
talk to an immigration attorney before traveling outside the United States.

One important point

The BIA recognized that people relied on the old rule for many years and addressed retroactivity in its decision. This means the new rule is not simply being applied to every past Advance Parole trip.

Bottom line

Do not travel internationally on Advance Parole without first reviewing your individual immigration history with an attorney if you have any history of unlawful presence.

This is a major change, and additional guidance or court decisions may provide further clarification.

Contact our office to schedule a consultation regarding your immigration matter.

08/11/2026

🚨 USCIS MOVES TOWARD MANDATORY ELECTRONIC FILING

A major change is coming to the way immigration applications and petitions are filed with USCIS.

Effective August 11, 2026, a new Department of Homeland Security rule gives USCIS the authority to require certain immigration forms to be filed electronically instead of by mail.

⚠️ Important: This does NOT mean that all USCIS forms must be filed electronically beginning August 11.

USCIS may make e-filing mandatory for forms that have been available electronically for at least 180 days. Before requiring electronic filing for a particular form, USCIS must provide at least 60 days' notice.

💻 When e-filing is required, applicants and their attorneys will generally need to use a USCIS online account to submit the application and supporting evidence.
Individuals who cannot file electronically may request an undue-hardship waiver, although approval will be at USCIS's discretion.

📌 Immigration filing procedures are changing. Following the correct USCIS requirements for your particular application will be more important than ever.
Our office closely monitors changes in immigration law and USCIS policy to help our clients navigate an increasingly complex immigration system.

📞 Contact our office to schedule a consultation regarding your immigration matter.

08/07/2026

⚠️ IMPORTANT USCIS UPDATE ⚠️

USCIS has restored its authority to deny immigration applications immediately if they are filed without the required initial evidence.

❌ Do not assume you will receive a Request for Evidence (RFE) giving you a chance to fix missing documents.

A missing form, signature, filing fee, or required supporting evidence could now result in an immediate denial.

What this means for you:

✔️ Double-check every document before filing.
✔️ Make sure your application is complete the first time.
✔️ Don't rely on getting a second chance.

With immigration policies becoming increasingly strict, proper preparation has never been more important.

If you are planning to file with USCIS, our office can help ensure your application is as complete and well-supported as possible before it is submitted.

📞 Contact Peri B. Edelman, Attorney at Law, to schedule a consultation

08/04/2026

Not every case is a straight path. Many times, I have to fix prior attorney errors. Me and my team always knew that this client would obtain his green card. I am grateful.

07/30/2026

IMMIGRATION ALERT: ICE Reportedly Expands Airport Enforcement ✈️
Recent reports indicate that ICE has expanded immigration enforcement at U.S. airports, including arrests of individuals alleged to have overstayed their visas.
If you are:

✈️ Planning to travel within the United States
📄 Have overstayed your visa
⚖️ Are in removal proceedings
📋 Have a pending immigration application
❓ Are unsure about your immigration status

Do not assume domestic air travel is risk-free. Every immigration case is different, and your travel plans could have serious legal consequences.
Before you book your flight, make sure you understand your rights and the potential risks.

📞 If you have questions about your immigration status or whether it is safe for you to travel, contact Peri B. Edelman, Attorney at Law, to schedule a confidential consultation.

Your future in the United States is too important to leave to chance.

07/28/2026

This was a challenging case for most immigration attorneys, but not for me! Me and my team are elated with the result

07/23/2026

A new Public Charge Rule takes effect September 18, 2026, and it could impact many green card applicants.

USCIS officers will have greater discretion when reviewing applications and may consider factors such as:
✔️ Financial resources
✔️ Employment history
✔️ Health
✔️ Education
✔️ Family circumstances

📄 USCIS is also expected to release a new edition of Form I-485. If you're filing on or after September 18, 2026, be sure you're using the correct version.
Good news: Refugees, asylees, VAWA self-petitioners, U visa applicants, and T visa applicants generally remain exempt from the public charge ground of inadmissibility.

If you're planning to apply for a green card, now is the time to understand how these changes may affect your case.

📞 The Law Office of Peri B. Edelman has over 30 years of experience helping individuals and families navigate the U.S. immigration system. Contact us today to schedule a consultation and prepare your case with confidence.

07/21/2026

🚨 PROPOSED USCIS FEE INCREASE FOR U.S. CITIZENSHIP 🚨

DHS has proposed increasing the filing fee for Form N-400 (Application for Naturalization) from $760 to $1,330 — a 75% increase. The proposal would also eliminate many fee waivers and reduced-fee options.

⚠️ This change is NOT in effect yet, but lawful permanent residents who are eligible to apply for citizenship may want to consider filing sooner rather than later.
If you have questions about your eligibility for U.S. citizenship, contact our office today.