President Biden’s Keeping Families Together Parole in Place Policy is a special immigration policy allowing some undocumented immigrants to stay in the US for a limited period of time and avoid deportation. There are many questions that people have about the program. Here are some of the most frequently asked questions that we hear.
Q: What is Biden’s Keeping Families Together Parole in Place Policy?
This policy is for families that have one partner that is a U.S. citizen, and the other partner is undocumented. This policy protects families from being torn apart by providing temporary relief from deportation while the undocumented partner sorts out their immigration status or explores other legal solutions. In addition, approval of an application will allow the non-citizen to obtain a work permit.
Q: Who qualifies for this policy?
- Any undocumented person with relatives that are U.S. citizens or lawful permanent resident
- Have lived in the U.S. for a long time
- Cannot have a felony conviction and/or some qualifying misdemeanor convictions
- Must prove that they would endure extreme hardships if they were deported from their family that are U.S. citizens or lawful permanent residents.
Q: What about a person with a more complex immigration history?
If you have a complicated immigration background including previous deportations or multiple visa overstays, it can be a concern in the processing of the application. Although the policy is intended to benefit families, each case is decided on its own merits. More complex cases can take longer to document and might bring about legal complications.
Q: How do I apply and by what means?
You must file a request with the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). The application process involves submitting a lengthy application with details such as personal information, evidence of family relationships, proof of a continuous stay in the U.S., and other needed documents. Anyone seeking these benefits must thoroughly follow each procedural step to avoid processing delays or denials.
Q: What documentation is needed for an application?
- Identification i.e. passport, driver’s license.
- Proof of family relationships (e.g., birth and marriage certificates).
- Proof of Continuous Physical Presence in the U.S. (e.g., electric bills, lease contracts).
- A copy of any additional documents required by USCIS to supplement the petition.
Q: How do applicants benefit if the application is approved?
Parole in Place provides temporary protection from deportation and allows those who are eligible to receive work permits. If rejected, you may still be subject to deportation but can still appeal the decision or pursue other avenues of relief.
The Parole in Place policy is specific to anyone who is undocumented but has a U.S. Citizen Spouse. Having accurate information will make it much easier to help guide you through the immigration process and allow you to explore all forms of relief available to you.
Q: When do I have to apply?
There is currently no deadline date to apply. Since the Fifth Circuit Court ordered the lower court on September 11th to pause all proceedings until they have a chance to review the intervenors’ appeal there is currently no deadline. That hearing is scheduled for October 10th, and until then, no further action can be taken in the lower court. However, it would be in your best interests to act on this before the October 10th hearing.
The Immigration Law Offices of Hadley Bajramovic are committed to keeping families together. With our services in filing family-based petitions, we can make that goal a reality. For more information call us at 951-588-9838 or click here to book an appointment.
