Understanding the Latest Changes in United States Immigration Policy
Jul 12, 2023 by Rachel Chappell Chauvin
Immigration has always been a hot topic in the United States, as the country has long been seen as a beacon of hope for those in search of a better life. However, in recent times, the subject has become an even more complex and contentious issue. With the recent changes in the government's immigration policies and regulations, its important that both immigrants and citizens alike are aware of what's happening and how it may impact their lives. In this blog post, we'll discuss the latest updates on immigration policies and chanages in the United States and everything you need to know.
Who is eligible for Family Reunification Parole?
How does the family Reunification Parole work?
What are the benefits of the Family Reunification Parole ?
The FRP program offers numerous benefits to those beneficiaris who are approved to enterthe United States temporarily. The most obvious benefit is that families will be reunited much sooner than is currently permitted under traditional visa regulations, which can take years of waiting. The program allows the beneficiaries to enter the United States while they wait for their green cards which can take months or even years. During their stay, beneficiaries can work and study, among other things.
What is the application process for the Family Reunification Parole?
The first step in the application process is for the U.S citizen or LPR petitioner to submit a written request to the USCIS. The request must show whether the petitioner is U. S citizen or LPR, describe the family relationship with the beneficiary, and demonstrate why the beneficiary's admission would be consistent with the public interest. If the request is granted, the USCIS will notify the beneficiary. The beneficiary will then be able to applyfor an airline or ship ticket to the United States and undergo a medicial examination before travelling.
(2) Temporary Protected Status Designations for El Salvador,Honduras, Nepal and Nicaragua Reinstated and Extended for 18 months.
TPS was initially intended to provide a temporary solution for individuals who were unable to return to their home country due to conditions such as armed conflict or natural disasters. However, the program has increasingly become a lifeline for those who have established roots and feel safe in the United States. For several months, there has been a looming threat of TPS designation termination for the aforementioned countries. The good news is that the program has been extended for another 18 months, providing temporary relief to beneficiaries.
As found in the new USCIS Release:
TPS beneficiaries under the four designations must re-register to maintain their TPS throughout the 18-month extension. DHS previously extended the validity of TPS-related documentation for current beneficiaries through June 30, 2024, to ensure continued compliance with court orders in the litigation challenging the now rescinded termination decisions. The new notices do not affect that action. Re-registration is limited to individuals who previously registered for the were granted TPS under the prior designations of El Salavador, Honduras, Nepal and Nicaragua.
Individuals who arrived in the United States after the continuous residence dates for these designations are not eligible for TPS. The respective continous residence dates are Fe.. 13, 2011, for El Salvador; Dec. 30, 1998, for Honduras,; June 24,2015, for Nepal; and Dec. 30, 1998, for Nicaragua.
El Salvador
DHS is extending the designation of El Salvador for TPS for 18 months, from Sept. 10, 2023, through March 9, 2025. Additionally, DHS considers that the designation of El Salvador for TPS has been automatically extended in 6-month increments since March 9, 2018, under INA § 244(b)(3)(C). The extension allows approximately 239,000 current TPS beneficiaries to re-register to retain TPS through March 9,2025, if they otherwise continue to meet the eligibility requirements for TPS. Existing TPS beneficiaries who wish to extend their status through March 9, 2025, must re- register during the 60-day re-registration period from July 12,2023 through Sept. 10, 2023.
Honduras
DHS is extending the designation of El Salvador for TPS for 18 months, from January 6,2024, through July 5,2025. DHS considers that the designation of Honduras for TPS has been automatically exteneded in 6 month increments since July 5,2018, INA § 244(b)(3)(C). The extension allows approximately 76,000 existing TPS beneficiaries to re-register to retain TPS through July 5, 2025, if they otherwise continue to meet the eligibility requirements for TPS. Existing TPS benecficiaries who wish to extend their status through July 5, 2025, must re-register during the 60-day re-registration period from Nov. 6,2023, through Jan 5, 2024.
Nepal
DHS is extending the designation of Nepal for TPS for 18 months, from Dec.25, 2023 through June 24, 2025. DHS considers that the designation of Nepal for TPS has been automatically extended in 6-month increments since June 24, 2018, under INA § 244(b)(3)(C). The extension allows approximately 14,500 existing TPS beneficiaries to re-register to retain TPS through June 24, 20525, if they otherwise continue to meet the eligibility requireemnts for TPS. Existing TPS beneficiaries who wish to extend their status through June 24,2025, must re-register during the 60-day re-registration period from Oct. 24,2023, through Dec. 23, 2023.
Nicaragua
DHS is extending the designation of Nicaragua for TPS for 18 months, from Jan 6,2024, through July 5, 2025. Additionally, DHS considers that the designation of Nicaragua TPS has been automatically extended in 6- month increments since Jan. 5,2018, under INA 244(b)(3)(C). The extension allows approximately 4,000 current TPS beneficiaries to re-register to retain TPS through July 5,,2025 if they otherwise continue to meet the eligibility requirements for TPS. Existing TPS beneficiaries who wish to extend their status through July 5,2025, must re-register during the 60-day re-registration period from Nov. 6,2023, through Jan. 5,2024.
https://www.uscis.gov/newsroom/news-releases/temporary-protected-status-designations-for-el-
salvador-honduras-nepal-and-nicaragua-reinstated-and
Conclusion
With the constantly evolving immigration policies and regulations its essential to stay informed and aware of what's happening. Whether an immigrant or citizen, these changes have the ability to impact everyone living in the United States. While it's important to understand the latest immirgration updates and developments, it's also important to not let this information overwhelm you. As always, if you have concerns or issues regarding immigration policies, its recommended to work with a trusted immigration law professional. In any case, let's all hope that American immigration policy continues to evolve in a way that supports and reflects the core values of the country.
- Family Reunification Parole
Who is eligible for Family Reunification Parole?
This program is only available to those individuals who have already received approval for ther immigrant visas and are waiting for their case to become current. The FRP program applies to beneficiaries who live overseas and are the beneficiaries or derivative beneficiaries, so long as their petitioner is U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident.
How does the family Reunification Parole work?
The FRP program works by the USCIS granting parole to individuals who are eligible for an immigrant visa. A parole is a temporary permission to enter the country for a specific period. Therefore, this program is not a type of visa and does not grant any long-term or permanent residency status. The beneficiareis of the program will be granted parole for two years. To qualify for the program, beneficiaries must meet eligibility criteria set by the USCIS.
What are the benefits of the Family Reunification Parole ?
The FRP program offers numerous benefits to those beneficiaris who are approved to enterthe United States temporarily. The most obvious benefit is that families will be reunited much sooner than is currently permitted under traditional visa regulations, which can take years of waiting. The program allows the beneficiaries to enter the United States while they wait for their green cards which can take months or even years. During their stay, beneficiaries can work and study, among other things.
What is the application process for the Family Reunification Parole?
The first step in the application process is for the U.S citizen or LPR petitioner to submit a written request to the USCIS. The request must show whether the petitioner is U. S citizen or LPR, describe the family relationship with the beneficiary, and demonstrate why the beneficiary's admission would be consistent with the public interest. If the request is granted, the USCIS will notify the beneficiary. The beneficiary will then be able to applyfor an airline or ship ticket to the United States and undergo a medicial examination before travelling.
(2) Temporary Protected Status Designations for El Salvador,Honduras, Nepal and Nicaragua Reinstated and Extended for 18 months.
TPS was initially intended to provide a temporary solution for individuals who were unable to return to their home country due to conditions such as armed conflict or natural disasters. However, the program has increasingly become a lifeline for those who have established roots and feel safe in the United States. For several months, there has been a looming threat of TPS designation termination for the aforementioned countries. The good news is that the program has been extended for another 18 months, providing temporary relief to beneficiaries.
As found in the new USCIS Release:
TPS beneficiaries under the four designations must re-register to maintain their TPS throughout the 18-month extension. DHS previously extended the validity of TPS-related documentation for current beneficiaries through June 30, 2024, to ensure continued compliance with court orders in the litigation challenging the now rescinded termination decisions. The new notices do not affect that action. Re-registration is limited to individuals who previously registered for the were granted TPS under the prior designations of El Salavador, Honduras, Nepal and Nicaragua.
Individuals who arrived in the United States after the continuous residence dates for these designations are not eligible for TPS. The respective continous residence dates are Fe.. 13, 2011, for El Salvador; Dec. 30, 1998, for Honduras,; June 24,2015, for Nepal; and Dec. 30, 1998, for Nicaragua.
El Salvador
DHS is extending the designation of El Salvador for TPS for 18 months, from Sept. 10, 2023, through March 9, 2025. Additionally, DHS considers that the designation of El Salvador for TPS has been automatically extended in 6-month increments since March 9, 2018, under INA § 244(b)(3)(C). The extension allows approximately 239,000 current TPS beneficiaries to re-register to retain TPS through March 9,2025, if they otherwise continue to meet the eligibility requirements for TPS. Existing TPS beneficiaries who wish to extend their status through March 9, 2025, must re- register during the 60-day re-registration period from July 12,2023 through Sept. 10, 2023.
Honduras
DHS is extending the designation of El Salvador for TPS for 18 months, from January 6,2024, through July 5,2025. DHS considers that the designation of Honduras for TPS has been automatically exteneded in 6 month increments since July 5,2018, INA § 244(b)(3)(C). The extension allows approximately 76,000 existing TPS beneficiaries to re-register to retain TPS through July 5, 2025, if they otherwise continue to meet the eligibility requirements for TPS. Existing TPS benecficiaries who wish to extend their status through July 5, 2025, must re-register during the 60-day re-registration period from Nov. 6,2023, through Jan 5, 2024.
Nepal
DHS is extending the designation of Nepal for TPS for 18 months, from Dec.25, 2023 through June 24, 2025. DHS considers that the designation of Nepal for TPS has been automatically extended in 6-month increments since June 24, 2018, under INA § 244(b)(3)(C). The extension allows approximately 14,500 existing TPS beneficiaries to re-register to retain TPS through June 24, 20525, if they otherwise continue to meet the eligibility requireemnts for TPS. Existing TPS beneficiaries who wish to extend their status through June 24,2025, must re-register during the 60-day re-registration period from Oct. 24,2023, through Dec. 23, 2023.
Nicaragua
DHS is extending the designation of Nicaragua for TPS for 18 months, from Jan 6,2024, through July 5, 2025. Additionally, DHS considers that the designation of Nicaragua TPS has been automatically extended in 6- month increments since Jan. 5,2018, under INA 244(b)(3)(C). The extension allows approximately 4,000 current TPS beneficiaries to re-register to retain TPS through July 5,,2025 if they otherwise continue to meet the eligibility requirements for TPS. Existing TPS beneficiaries who wish to extend their status through July 5,2025, must re-register during the 60-day re-registration period from Nov. 6,2023, through Jan. 5,2024.
https://www.uscis.gov/newsroom/news-releases/temporary-protected-status-designations-for-el-
salvador-honduras-nepal-and-nicaragua-reinstated-and
Conclusion
With the constantly evolving immigration policies and regulations its essential to stay informed and aware of what's happening. Whether an immigrant or citizen, these changes have the ability to impact everyone living in the United States. While it's important to understand the latest immirgration updates and developments, it's also important to not let this information overwhelm you. As always, if you have concerns or issues regarding immigration policies, its recommended to work with a trusted immigration law professional. In any case, let's all hope that American immigration policy continues to evolve in a way that supports and reflects the core values of the country.