United States: Public charge rule reverted to pre-2019 "totality of circumstances" framework

Mon, 01 Jan 2024 00:00:00 GMT
Residency

United States — The 2022 final rule reverting the public-charge inadmissibility determination to a "totality of circumstances" framework (the pre-2019 standard) remains in force. USCIS Form I-944 is not required; Form I-864 affidavit of support continues to be the primary vehicle. Does not consider non-cash benefits such as SNAP, Medicaid, or public housing as public charge factors.
Who it affects: All adjustment-of-status applicants and new immigrant-visa applicants.
Source: USCIS — US Citizenship and Immigration Services (verified 2026-04-19)