On June 18, 2024, President Biden announced a major new policy aimed at assisting long-time undocumented immigrants, specifically focusing on spouses of U.S. citizens. This policy introduces a new process called “parole in place,” which is designed to help keep American families together and provide a streamlined path to legal status.

Program Overview:

  • Eligibility:
    • Spouses of U.S. citizens who have been continuously present in the U.S. for at least 10 years as of June 17, 2024.
    • Were physically present in the U.S. on June 17, 2024.
    • Have a legally valid marriage to a U.S. citizen as of June 17, 2024.
    • Entered the U.S. without admission or parole and do not currently hold any lawful status.
    • Have no disqualifying criminal history.
    • Do not pose a threat to national security or public safety.
    • Merit a favorable exercise of discretion.

Benefits:

  • Temporary Protections and Work Permits:
    • Up to 550,000 individuals will be able to receive temporary protections and work permits.
    • Allows these individuals to apply for lawful permanent resident (LPR) status through their spouses without risking years of separation from their families.

Parole in Place:

  • Definition:
    • Grants “humanitarian parole” to individuals already in the U.S., protecting them from deportation and allowing them to apply for work authorization.
    • Parolees are considered “inspected and paroled,” enabling them to adjust status without leaving the country.

The Problem Being Addressed:

  • Under current U.S. law, undocumented spouses of U.S. citizens face significant challenges in obtaining permanent residency. They often need to leave the country to attend an immigrant visa interview at a U.S. consulate, risking a 10-year bar on reentry due to unlawful presence. While waivers for this bar exist, proving “extreme hardship” and waiting for adjudication can take over 41 months, making the process lengthy and uncertain.

The Solution: Parole in Place:

  • Parole in place allows eligible individuals to adjust their status within the U.S. without triggering the reentry bar. This process, previously used for family members of military personnel, will now benefit a broader group of undocumented spouses of U.S. citizens. Even if the parole status is later revoked or the program is challenged, those granted parole will remain eligible to apply for green cards without leaving the U.S.

Impact on Families:

  • The White House estimates that approximately 500,000 spouses of U.S. citizens and 50,000 stepchildren could benefit from this program. Parole in place provides a realistic path to permanent residency and legal work opportunities, significantly reducing the risk of family separation.

How to Apply:

  • While applications are not yet open, detailed guidelines will be published in an upcoming Federal Register notice. Applicants will need to submit forms, provide supporting documentation, and pay a fee.

Why Choose Susheelan Law Firm?

At Susheelan Law Firm, we specialize exclusively in immigration law and are dedicated to providing expert guidance through these new programs, with a proven track record of a 99% approval rate. Mr. Susheelan’s extensive background includes representing large corporate clients and appearing in Immigration Court, offering unparalleled expertise and dedication to each case, ensuring that you navigate the application process smoothly and secure your future in the United States.

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