Do I need to worry about Public Charge?

Most immigrants are NOT subject to public charge! The rule is mainly applied to people seeking admission (Visa) into the United States or applying to adjust their status (to get a Green Card) through a family-based petition. Public charge does NOT apply to:

- Lawful permanent residents (LPRs) with green cards when they apply for U.S. citizenship or renew their green cards.

- Refugees, Asylees, Temporary Protected Status applicants, DACA applicants or recipients seeking renewal, Special Immigrant Juveniles, asylum applicants, and certain victims of crime, including domestic violence and human trafficking.

[information from CA Dept. of Social Services]