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United States is a country that receives a large number of immigrants every day, either legally or by crossing the border like millions do each year. However, it also provides many facilities for citizens of specific countries to legally fulfill the 'American dream'. One of these ways is Humanitarian Parole and here we tell you what it is, how you can apply for it, and what requirements you must meet to request it.
What is Humanitarian Parole?
It is a temporary stay permit granted for urgent humanitarian reasons or significant public benefit. With this permit, you can enter the United States without any problems. It was created to solve the major crisis at the border due to the high demand for illegal crossings. Therefore, 30 thousand monthly permits are available to citizens of Cuba, Venezuela, Nicaragua, and Haiti.
How to apply for humanitarian parole in the USA?
People who wish to apply for humanitarian parole must meet a series of requirements, and here we detail them:
- Be a national 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 necessary support to the person applying for parole.
- Cover their airfare to the United States.
- Meet the vaccination requirements and other public health requirements set by the US government.
The following people are not eligible:
- Those with permanent residency or refugee status in any other country or dual citizenship.
- 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 expulsion order.
- Those who have irregularly crossed the borders of the United States, Mexico, or Panama after January 5, 2023.
Requirements for Humanitarian Parole in the USA
The US 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 who is willing to seek the person's participation in humanitarian parole.
How long does Humanitarian Parole last?
Normally, the temporary stay permit is granted for a period not exceeding one year. USCIS will specify the period necessary for fulfilling the purpose of the permit as indicated in Part 3 of Form I-131.
Parole can end at two moments. The termination will depend on the event, whichever occurs first:
- Date on which the permit expires.
- The beneficiary leaves the USA.