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Original Date Announced
September 26, 2025USCIS issued a policy alert flagging new guidance in the USCIS Policy Manual on naturalization processes for noncitizen service-members. Among other things, the guidance provides that the discharge description of “Uncharacterized” will no longer be deemed a separation under “honorable condition” when the separation occurred on or after August 1, 2024. USCIS also explains that it will no longer coordinate with CBP to have USCIS officers conduct naturalization interviews and oath ceremonies for veterans at ports of entry. Noncitizen veterans living outside the U.S. must seek visas or parole to enter the country for a naturalization interview.
Trump 2.0 [ID #2015]
2025.09.26 USCIS PA-2025-22 - Naturalization Guidance for Alien Service MembersEffective Date
October 26, 2025Current Status
NoneOriginal Trump Policy Status
Status: Final/ActualTrump Administration Actions: Agency Directive Change in PracticeSubject Matter: Immigrant Visas: Employment-Based Naturalization
Documents
Trump-Era Policy Documents
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