Effective Jan. 22, 2025, USCIS is waiving any and all requirements that applicants for adjustment of status to that of a lawful permanent resident present documentation on their Form I-693, Report of Immigration Medical Examination and Vaccination Record, that they received the COVID-19 vaccination. USCIS will not issue any Request for Evidence or Notice of Intent to Deny related to proving a COVID-19 vaccination. USCIS will not deny any adjustment of status application based on the applicant’s failure to present documentation that they received the COVID-19 vaccination.
USCIS Waives COVID-19 Vaccination Requirement for Adjustment of Status Applicants
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Starting January 22, 2025, USCIS is no longer requiring adjustment of status applicants for lawful permanent residence to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination on Form I-693. USCIS will not request evidence or deny applications based on a lack of COVID-19 vaccination documentation. Applicants will not be denied for failing to show proof of vaccination.
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