USCIS Updates Policy Manual on Inadmissibility for Drug Trafficking, Trafficking in Persons, Money Laundering
Published Sep 23, 2026
On September 23, 2026, USCIS issued policy guidance in the USCIS Policy Manual addressing inadmissibility grounds under INA 212(a)(2) related to controlled substance trafficking, significant trafficking in persons, and money laundering. The source does not describe the specific substantive changes being made.
Key points
- USCIS issued the policy alert on September 23, 2026.
- The guidance addresses inadmissibility under INA section 212(a)(2) for controlled substance trafficking, significant trafficking in persons, and money laundering.
- Affected sections are 8 USCIS-PM D.10, D.14, and D.15.
- The source does not specify what substantive changes were made or an effective date.
Who is affected
Visa and immigration benefit applicants who may be subject to these inadmissibility grounds, and attorneys handling related cases.
What to do
Those affected should review the full text of the updated USCIS Policy Manual chapters for details.
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