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

In force Residency

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.

Sources

Primary: USCIS — US Citizenship and Immigration Services ↗

Verified 2026-04-19 · methodology · report a correction