USCIS Delays: Immigration Lawyer Explains Reasons for Backlogs

USCIS Processing Delays Frustrate Immigrants: Lawyer Explains Reasons for Backlogs Millions of immigrants in the United States are facing lengthy delays in processing their applications with the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). Recent changes within the agency, including significant staff reductions, are causing backlogs and increased wait times, leaving many applicants in limbo. Almara Nieto, an immigration lawyer, sheds light on the situation. "The administration has made many changes," Nieto explains in a recent video, "They've had many layoffs at the federal level in many agencies, and they're starting to lay off people at USCIS." This reduction in personnel directly impacts the agency's capacity to process applications promptly. The delays are causing significant stress and uncertainty for those awaiting decisions on their immigration status. Nieto's advice to immigrants is to ensure all their paperwork is complete and accurate and to maintain open communication with their legal representation. She adds, "Communicate with your lawyer to see if you did everything right, or if you did it on your own." The situation highlights the ongoing challenges faced by immigrants navigating the US immigration system and underscores the need for efficient and timely processing of applications.