Immigration News - Immigration policy 2025, USCIS, Visa Application, Work authorization Trump, United States United States | USCIS issues policy guidance on Form N-648 review process Share this article LinkedIn Facebook X (Twitter) June 13, 2025 U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services issued policy guidance on how the agency processes Form N-648, Medical Certification for Disability Exceptions, to prevent fraudulent exceptions to naturalization requirements. Key Points: Under this policy guidance, USCIS is focusing greater attention on the accuracy of medical certifications and ways to identify and prevent fraud. The guidance confirms that the medical professional completing Form N-648 must not only verify that the disability or impairment exists but also explain how it leaves the individual unable to complete naturalization requirements. The guidance also states that submitting multiple Forms N-648 concurrently may raise concerns about the credibility of the disability claim and could be subject to further review. The updated policy guidance is effective immediately and applies to all Forms N-648 filed on or after June 13, 2025. This alert has been provided by the BAL U.S. Practice Group. Copyright © 2025 Berry Appleman & Leiden LLP. All rights reserved. Reprinting or digital redistribution to the public is permitted only with the express written permission of Berry Appleman & Leiden LLP. For inquiries, please contact copyright@bal.com.