The state of immigration is constantly changing as the current administration sets new policies and cancels policies that were set by previous administrations. Some of the changes have resulted in the United States Supreme Court having to step in.
One of the recent changes affects migrants from Cuba, Haiti, Nicaragua and Venezuela who are in this country as part of the CHNV parole program. The Department of Homeland Security has sent out email notifications to people who came to the U.S. under this program. It encourages them to self-deport instead of facing the possibility of detention or removal.
More than 500,000 individuals from across the nation are impacted by this decision. If they remain in the U.S., they won’t be able to legally live or work in this country.
Do these migrants have any options?
Finding options for remaining in the U.S. in a situation like this depends largely on the person’s circumstances. In some cases, one option is to self-deport and then petition for lawful entry and presence.
Family-based and employment immigration programs may provide options for individuals who are having to leave the country because of the ending of the CHNV parole program. These options require the individual to have a sponsor in order for them to come into the country and remain here with proper documentation.
With the constant changes in immigration, it’s critical that anyone who’s seeking immigration documentation or having to battle to stay in the country should ensure they have the assistance of someone familiar with these matters. Learning more about the most current regulations and rules may help to improve the likelihood of a timely and favorable outcome.