Operating through the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) handles the entire process of handling visas with work permits and green cards. People intensely argue about both the efficiency and policies implemented by this organization.
USCIS defends the immigration system from corruption according to its supporters. The organization’s meticulous application review process protects against fraudulent acts and lets only eligible candidates obtain visas. The enforcement of strict policies both protects national security interests and prevents an excessive saturation of the job market according to their view.
Those who oppose USCIS believe the agency implements too many restrictive procedures which prevent qualified workers and skilled immigrants from entering the United States. The U.S. visa system limits retention by skilled workers because of extended application times and unclear approval standards and limiting rules. The extended wait times for visa approvals create problems for businesses along with families which causes the system to operate poorly.
Does USCIS serve as an important protection system or does it require modernization through reform? The debate continues.