Permanent Residence for Children of Foreign Government Employees

TITLE: Permanent Residence for Children of Foreign Government Employees

WHAT HAPPENED: On September 16, 2026, the Homeland Security Department (DHS) published a correction. It fixes a September 9, 2026 rule about permanent residence for certain children born in the United States.

WHO IT AFFECTS: Children born in the United States to foreign government employees who are not U.S. citizens.

WHAT TO DO NOW:

- Read the official Federal Register notice dated September 16, 2026.

- Check Form I-485 and Form G-325R, which DHS updated as part of this rule.

- If you think your child may qualify, talk with an immigration attorney before filing.

- No application deadline is listed in this source (check the source).

SOURCE: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/09/16/2026-18949/registration-of-lawful-permanent-residence-for-children-born-to-foreign-government-employees-in-the

DISCLAIMER: General info from Homeland Security Department, not legal advice — check with an immigration attorney. English is authoritative.