Humanitarian Parole: President Biden’s New Policies

President Joe Biden has announced a plan to expand the “humanitarian parole” program in the United States to allow more people to enter the country for humanitarian reasons. This plan will focus on people who face imminent threats to their safety in their home country, such as gang violence, religious or political persecution, and natural disasters.

The goal of this policy is to provide a safe and legal way for those seeking refuge in the United States to do so without having to risk their lives. In addition to expanding the humanitarian parole program, this policy is expected to include changes to asylum application processes and increased investment in humanitarian aid programs in immigrants’ countries of origin.

But what is a humanitarian parole? How can this migratory resource be accessed? Today, in Jaskot Law we will answer these questions that unveil every migrant who wants to enter the United States legally and safely.

What is a Humanitarian Parole?

Also known as “Humanitarian Permission,” Parole is a program that allows individuals who are not eligible for an immigrant visa to temporarily enter the United States for humanitarian reasons or for matters of significant public benefit.

This program is designed to help those facing emergency situations in their home countries, such as armed conflict, natural disasters, serious illness or persecution.

What are the requirements to apply for a Humanitarian Parole?

The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) requires certain requirements to apply for a Humanitarian Parole. Below is a list of the most common requirements:

1. Demonstrate a humanitarian emergency: It is necessary to demonstrate that you are facing an emergency situation in your country of origin, such as armed conflict, natural disaster, serious illness or persecution.
2. Inability to obtain an immigrant visa: It is necessary to demonstrate that you cannot obtain an immigrant visa to enter the United States. This may be due to different reasons, such as lack of close relatives in the United States, inadmissibility for health or safety reasons, among others.
3. Demonstrate financial capacity: It is necessary to demonstrate that you have the necessary financial resources to remain in the United States during your temporary stay.
4. Have a sponsor: It is necessary to demonstrate that you have a sponsor who is a permanent resident or U.S. citizen.
5. Proof of relationship to the petitioner: If the petitioner is a minor, it is necessary to show that he/she is related to the petitioner, who will be responsible for his/her care during his/her stay in the United States.
6. Evidence of return to home country: It is necessary to present convincing proof that you will return to your home country after the expiration of the Humanitarian Parole.

Please note that unaccompanied migrant children, that is, minors under the age of 18 who are not traveling with a parent or legal guardian, but are coming to the United States to join them, may apply for temporary permission to stay through the standard process.

However, it should be noted that these are only some of the requirements that must be met in order to apply for a Humanitarian Parole, and that each case may be different. If you would like to know more about this process and if you are eligible, you can read our article on this topic.

If you have doubts or need more information, we recommend that you seek legal advice from an immigration lawyer who can assist you throughout the application process.

At Jaskot Law, we offer legal advice and representation in immigration matters, and we have extensive experience in the Humanitarian Parole application process. If you need assistance, please contact us at +1 (410) 235-6868 or via [email protected].

How to apply for a Humanitarian Parole?

To apply for a Humanitarian Parole you must follow the following steps:

1. Check the requirements: before starting the process, make sure you are eligible to apply for a humanitarian parole. Check the requirements on the USCIS website.
2. Download and complete the application: download and complete the Form I-131 (Application for Travel Document) from the USCIS website and complete all required information.
3. Provide documentation: you must provide documentation to support your humanitarian parole application. This documentation may include a letter detailing your situation, medical or financial documents, and other documents that may help support your case.
4. Provide an affidavit of support: your U.S. sponsor must provide an affidavit of support using Form I-134. Form I-134 (Affidavit of Support). This form is a promise that the sponsor will provide financial support and housing during your stay in the United States.
5. Pay the fee: there is a fee associated with filing a humanitarian parole application. Be sure to pay the appropriate fee and include proof of payment with your application.
6. Submit the application: Once you have completed the application and provided all required documentation, submit your application to the appropriate USCIS Service Center.
7. Wait for a response: once USCIS receives your application, they will process your application and notify you of their decision. Keep in mind that the process may take time, so be patient while waiting for a response.

Remember that the humanitarian parole application process can be complicated and it may be beneficial to seek the assistance of an experienced immigration attorney. If you need help with your application, do not hesitate to contact a trusted immigration attorney.

At Jaskot Law, we offer legal advice and representation in immigration matters, and we have extensive experience in the Humanitarian Parole application process. If you need assistance, please contact us at +1 (410) 235-6868 or via [email protected].

Conclusion

The Biden administration’s plan to expand humanitarian parole seeks to provide a safe and legal way for those facing imminent threats to their safety to seek refuge in the United States. Moreover, in addition to expanding the humanitarian parole program, this policy is expected to include changes in asylum application processes and increased investment in humanitarian aid programs in immigrants’ countries of origin.

Having seen the recent problems faced by asylum seekers at the southern border, and taking into account that the humanitarian parole is specifically aimed at those migrants who cannot apply for a visa, we can easily conclude that this is a wise measure to expand legal resources to enter the United States.

Although it is still too early to know if the measure will be successful, we can say that, very slowly, the administration is trying to fulfill its promise that the new immigration restrictions would be accompanied by an increase in legal resources to enter and/or reside legally in the country.

If you have questions or need assistance, at Jaskot Law, we offer legal advice and representation in immigration matters, and we have extensive experience in Humanitarian Parole application processes. Contact us at +1 (410) 235-6868 or [email protected]. We are here to help you!

Sources

The New York Times.

U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) – Humanitarian Parole.

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