What is Humanitarian Parole, requirements and how long does it last.

Every day, thousands of people leave their countries to immigrate to the United States in search of the 'American Dream' and to start the path to a better future for themselves and their families. However, many of these people later want to bring their family members to the United States, and for this, there is a process called 'Humanitarian Parole', where you can apply to be a sponsor and bring a close family member to live with you in the state where you reside in the United States. Keep reading for more information.

How long does Humanitarian Parole last?

Normally, temporary permission is granted for a period not exceeding one year. USCIS will specify the necessary period to fulfill the purpose of the permit as indicated in Part 3 of Form I-131.

Parole can end at two times. The completion will depend on the event, between the following two, that occurs first.

• The date when the permit expires.
• The beneficiary leaves the USA.

Requirements for Humanitarian Parole in the USA

The United States Citizenship and Immigration Service (USCIS) states that in order to start the process, the interested party must have a valid passport, as well as a sponsor in the United States willing to request the person's participation in humanitarian parole.

In addition, the sponsor must demonstrate that they have the financial resources to support the stay for two years. USCIS announced the opening for migrants who entered the country and obtained temporary permission ("parolees") to apply for their work permit online with Form I-765.

How to apply for humanitarian parole in the USA?

People who wish to apply for humanitarian parole must meet a series of requirements, which we detail below:

• Be citizens of Nicaragua, Cuba, Venezuela, or Haiti.
• Be outside the United States.
• Have a valid and current passport for international travel.
• Have a sponsor with legal status in the United States who can demonstrate the ability to provide financial support and any other support necessary to the person applying for parole.
• Pay for their flight to the United States.
• Meet the vaccination requirements and other public health requirements set by the US Government.

The following individuals are not eligible:

• Those with permanent residence or refugee status in any other country or dual nationality.
• Those who have received a deportation order from the United States in the previous five years or are subject to an inadmissibility ban based on a previous deportation order.
• Those who have irregularly crossed the borders of the United States, Mexico, or Panama after January 5, 2023.

What is Humanitarian Parole?

It is a temporary permission granted for urgent humanitarian reasons or significant public benefit. With this permit, individuals can enter the United States without any issues. It was created to address the major crisis at the border due to high demand for illegal crossings. Therefore, 30,000 monthly permits are available to citizens of Cuba, Venezuela, Nicaragua, and Haiti.