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Expired Immigration Status

Falling out of status — even without unlawful presence accruing — limits options. Reinstatement exists for some categories (like students), and some people can still adjust through an immediate-relative petition.

Requires current verification · Editorial record dated 10/20/2026 · Not lawyer review or an eligibility decision. Check current official instructions.

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Who this is for

People whose visa status has lapsed or been violated.

Common problems

Filing can create risk

Some applications alert enforcement or lock in bad facts. Screening situations must be analyzed before anything is filed.