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USCIS Tightens Photo Reuse Policy

USCIS Tightens Photo Reuse Policy

Published

December 29, 2025

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USCIS has tightened its rules, now allowing biometric photos to be reused only if they are less than three years old. Applicants with older photos must attend a new appointment. This change replaces previous flexible policies, meaning more people will need fresh biometrics.

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