Such promises are often signs of immigration scams, according to the agency. They might also “guarantee” that you can get a visa, Green Card, or work permit faster if you pay a fee.” The US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has warned immigrants and visa applicants not to fall for businesses, websites, or individuals that claim they can secure faster approvals for visas, Green Cards, or work permits in exchange for a fee. In a post shared on social media platform X (formerly known as Twitter) USCIS wrote, “ IT’S A SCAM: Sometimes businesses and websites pretend to be immigration experts or say they have special connections to the government.
Because of claimed government connections, uSCIS notes that immigration benefits are processed through official procedures and warns that no private individual or organisation can guarantee a specific outcome or accelerated processing simply.
The agency said applicants should be cautious of anyone claiming to have a special relationship with the US government or USCIS that can influence immigration decisions. As part of its anti-fraud guidance, USCIS encourages applicants to verify information through official government websites, obtain written agreements for any legal services, keep copies of immigration forms and records, and be wary of offers that sound too good to be true. The agency maintains an online resource to help immigrants identify and avoid common scams and fraud schemes.