FAQ on USCIS Policy Change Concerning SIJ Deferred Action

Last Updated

June 30, 2025
On June 6, 2025, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) issued policy guidance eliminating automatic consideration of deferred action and related employment authorization for those classified as Special Immigrant Juveniles (SIJs). This resource highlights the key policy changes and implications for impacted SIJ youth and practitioners seeking to advocate on their behalf.