No testimony. No witnesses. No day in court. If this describes your situation, you are not alone, and the order is not the end of your case. Immigration courts across the country, including the Houston immigration courts, have been issuing these prima facie pretermission orders in large numbers since 2025.

A pending green card application can stall when removal proceedings keep USCIS from issuing a decision. This article explains how termination under 8 C.F.R. § 1003.18 and Dorcas v. USCIS may help move cases forward.

An immigration interview can feel overwhelming. Your future in the United States may depend on what happens in that room, and that pressure makes many people anxious. The good news: good preparation boosts your confidence and helps your interview go much more smoothly.