Catholic Charities Legal Services for Immigrants, Archdiocese of Milwaukee

10/18/2022

TPS for Cameroon en français

TPS Cameroon... en français!

Temporary Protected Status (TPS) has been granted for Cameroon. Here is what you need to know. Catholic Charities RI...

10/17/2022

Texas sheriff certifies that migrants flown to Martha’s Vineyard were victims of a crime

https://thehill.com/homenews/state-watch/3687353-texas-sheriff-certifies-that-migrants-flown-to-marthas-vineyard-were-victims-of-a-crime/

Texas Sheriff Javier Salazar on Thursday certified that the group of migrants flown to Martha’s Vineyard, Mass., last month by Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis (R) were victims of a crime, qualifying them…

10/07/2022

TPS for Cameroon in English

Temporary Protected Status (TPS) has been announced for Cameroon. Huge shoutout to Rose for helping with this! (French translation is coming soon!)

Or read about it here on our website.
https://risccmke.org/en/tps-cameroon/

Temporary Protected Status (TPS) has been granted for Cameroon. Here is what you need to know. Catholic Charities RI...

10/06/2022

DHS Publishes Fair and Humane Public Charge Rule | Homeland Security

The final Public Charge rule will be effective on December 23, 2022, and will be published in the Federal Register on September 9, 2022.

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has issued a final rule, to be published in the Federal Register, that provides clarity and consistency for noncitizens on how DHS will administer the public charge ground of inadmissibility.

10/05/2022

Uniting for Ukraine | What You Need To Know - Catholic Charities Refugee and Immigration Services

“Uniting for Ukraine” is a United States pathway program that allows Ukrainians displaced by Russia’s aggression to apply for Humanitarian Parole status in the United States. It allows individuals in urgent need of refuge to enter and temporarily stay in the U.S. with the help of a sponsor.

See our website for more information or find our Youtube video on the topic here!
https://youtu.be/rSK-yM35PcU

On April 21, 2022, the United States announced a new program called “Uniting for Ukraine” in order to welcome Ukrainians fleeing Russia’s invasion. Here is what you need to know. https://youtu.be/rSK-yM35PcU What is “Uniting for Ukraine”? “Uniting for Ukraine” is a United States pathwa...

09/14/2022

Department of Homeland Security Finalizes “Public Charge” Immigration Rule | ACL Administration for Community Living

Updates to "Public Charge" Immigration Rule.

September 8, 2022 Alison Barkoff, Acting Administrator and Assistant Secretary for Aging and Melanie Fontes Rainer, Acting Director of the HHS Office for Civil Rights The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has finalized a rule defining the criteria it uses when determining whether a person can be...

09/09/2022

U.S. to discontinue quick humanitarian entry for Afghans and focus on permanent resettlement programs

Updates for Afghans looking to come to the U.S. starting in October.

Under Operation Allies Welcome, which will end next month, the U.S. has resettled roughly 86,000 Afghans who escaped Taliban-controlled Afghanistan.

09/02/2022

World Day of Migrants and Refugees 2022 | Pope Quotes!

World Day of Migrants and Refugees is September 25th, 2022!

Here at Catholic Charities Refugee and Immigration Services, we wanted to celebrate World Day of Migrants and Refugees 2022 with some fantastic quotes from some fantastic Popes! Follow along with us on YouTube and TikTok!

https://www.tiktok.com/

Linkshttps://migrants-refugees.va/world-day-of-migrants-refugees/

08/23/2022

Nicaragua Silences Its Last Outspoken Critics: Catholic Priests

Nicaragua Silences Its Last Outspoken Critics: Catholic Priests

A wave of government attacks on church leaders has extinguished the last independent voice in the Central American nation.

08/17/2022

Catholic leaders urge protection for Syrian, Venezuelan refugees
https://cruxnow.com/church-in-the-usa/2022/07/catholic-leaders-urge-protection-for-syrian-venezuelan-refugees

08/16/2022

DHS to end ‘Remain in Mexico,’ allow asylum seekers to enter U.S.

Updates to "Remain in Mexico"

A Mexican security guard in Ciudad Juárez controls access to a shelter for migrants returned to the United States in January. (Salwan Georges/The Washington Post)The Department of Homeland Security said late Monday it is preparing to quickly end the Trump-era “Remain in Mexico” program and will...

08/09/2022

My Voter Info

Today is Primary Day in Wisconsin! Congratulations to all our new U.S. citizens! Follow the link here to find where YOU can vote!
https://myvote.wi.gov/en-us/My-Voter-Info

My Vote

08/09/2022

Explainer: What is the Trump-era 'remain in Mexico' program the Supreme Court said Biden can end?

New information on Migrant Protection Protocol, i.e. "Remain in Mexico" policy

The U.S. Supreme Court on Thursday ruled that President Joe Biden can end a program put in place by his predecessor former President Donald Trump, which forces non-Mexican asylum seekers to wait in Mexico for their U.S. court dates.

07/07/2022

Federal appeals court greenlights federal deportation policy

"Federal guidance prioritizing the deportation of people in the country illegally who pose the greatest public safety risk can be implemented, a federal appeals court ruled Tuesday." - Associated Press

COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Federal guidance prioritizing the deportation of people in the country illegally who pose the greatest public safety risk can be implemented, a federal appeals court ruled Tuesday.

06/07/2022

TPS granted for Cameroon - Catholic Charities Refugee and Immigration Services

As of June 7, 2022, Cameroon has been granted Temporary Protected Status by the United States. Please visit our website or the links below for more information!

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https://risccmke.org/en/tps-cameroon/

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https://cliniclegal.org/resources/humanitarian-relief/june-7-federal-register-notice-for-new-18-month-tps-designation-for-cameroon?ct=t(TIPS_060722)

The United States has announced Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Cameroonian nationals starting on June 7, 2022.

04/25/2022

Volunteer Spotlight - Tim!

Even though Volunteer Week 2022 was last week, we wanted to share one more story from one of our fantastic volunteers, Tim!

If you are interested in helping at Catholic Charities, please click here!
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04/22/2022

Volunteer Week 2022 | Shining a Light on Citizenship for the Rohingya Community

For Volunteer Week 2022 at Catholic Charities RIS, we want to thank all of our wonderful volunteers who help make our vision possible! Watch our video on what their help means to clients in our Rohingya community!

You can make a difference in the lives of Rohingya refugees! To volunteer with Catholic Charities, click here!https://app.betterimpact.com/PublicOrganization...

03/25/2022

6 STEPS for U.S. Citizenship (in Rohingya!)

Did you know that here at RIS we serve OVER 12 languages!? Here's our newest in Rohingya with our wonderful Refugee Education Developer, Hasnah!

Visit our Website! - https://risccmke.org/Mock Citizenship Interview!https://youtu.be/hU40BrkJRPY100 Questions for U.S. Citizenship! https://www.youtube.com/...

03/24/2022

Ukraine | TPS and Title 42 Exceptions - Catholic Charities Refugee and Immigration Services

With the announcement that the U.S. will be accepting Ukrainians, here is some relevant information regarding entry into the United States.

We will post updates as we get more information on this evolving situation.

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has announced Temporary Protected Status (TPS) and Title 42 exceptions at land ports of entry for Ukraine.

03/21/2022

TPS announced for Afghanistan - Catholic Charities Refugee and Immigration Services

UPDATE: Afghanistan designated with Temporary Protected Status (TPS)

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has announced Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Afghans residing in the U.S. for 18 months.

02/28/2022

6 STEPS for U.S. Citizenship!

6 STEPS for U.S. Citizenship!

Visit our Website! - https://risccmke.org/Mock Citizenship Interview!https://youtu.be/hU40BrkJRPY100 Questions for U.S. Citizenship! https://www.youtube.com/...

01/27/2022

NUEVOS REQUISITOS EN PUERTOS DE INGRESO TERRESTRE Y TERMINALES DE FERRY PROTEGERÁN LA SALUD PÚBLICA AL TIEMPO

Nuevos requisitos en puertos de ingreso terrestre y terminales de ferry protegerán la salud pública

A partir del 22 de enero de 2022, el DHS requerirá que todo viajero que no sea ciudadano de E.U. esté completamente vacunado contra el COVID-19 al entrar a los Estados Unidos por los puertos de ingreso terrestre y terminales de ferry en las fronteras entre Estados Unidos y México y entre Estados ...

01/27/2022

Frequently Asked Questions: Guidance for Travelers to Enter the U.S.

Frequently Asked Questions: Guidance for Travelers to Enter the U.S.

Dirección para viajeros ingresando a los Estados Unidos

Beginning on January 22, 2022, DHS will require non-U.S. individuals seeking to enter the United States via land ports of entry and ferry terminals at the U.S.-Mexico and U.S.-Canada borders to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 and provide related proof of vaccination, as COVID-...

12/16/2021

Information for Afghans - Catholic Charities Refugee and Immigration Services

At Catholic Charities RIS, we have been doing our best to help during the recent crisis in Afghanistan. Click below to see the information we have compiled to help Afghan refugees and their families. Please share if you or someone you know is looking for information or advice during this time!

Information for Afghan nationals on Special Immigrant Visas, Humanitarian Parole, Family-based immigration, and applying for Asylum in the U.S.

12/09/2021

Catholic sisters make Advent plea to Biden: End 'immoral' immigration rule - Catholic Review

Catholic sisters make Advent plea to Biden: End ‘immoral’ immigration rule

Hermanas católicas hacen una súplica de Adviento a Biden: terminar con la ley "inmoral" de inmigración

They sang Advent hymns in front of the White House Dec. 3, hoping to get the ear of the president so he could consider lifting what they see as a health rule that hurts people trying to find refuge at the southern border.

12/09/2021

Family First: Pope Says Migration Policy Changes When Newcomers Seen as Kin

Family First: Pope Says Migration Policy Changes When Newcomers Seen as Kin

La familia sobre todo: el Papa dice que la poliza inmigratoria cambiaría cuando los recien llegados son vistos como parientes

With passion in Cyprus and reason in Greece, Pope Francis continued to articulate and adjust his teaching on migration.

12/02/2021

Volunteer Spotlight - Leeza!

Missed ? Giving some of your time can help too! Find out what it's like to volunteer at Catholic Charities with Leeza!

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10/26/2021

Volunteer Spotlight - Alane!

Volunteer Spotlight - Alane!

Volunteer with Catholic Charities! Click here!https://app.betterimpact.com/PublicOrganization/769e2810-22c9-4d01-980c-d2eb4faee4eb/1#BelongingBeginswithUS ...

10/25/2021

10/15/2021

Inmigración anunció la extensión automática del Estatus de Protección Temporal o TPS para las personas con TPS de Haiti, El Salvador Nicaragua, Sudan, Honduras, y Nepal hasta el 31 de diciembre del 2022. Los permisos de trabajo también han sido extendidos automaticamente hasta el 31 de diciembre del 2022. No se necesita que completar ningún formulario ni hacer nada para recibir esta extensión.

Los mantendremos informados en cuanto aprendamos más información.

10/15/2021

United States Citizenship and Immigration Services announced that people who have Temporary Protected or TPS from El Salvador, Haiti, Nicaragua, Sudan, Honduras, and Nepal will have their TPS automatically extended through December 31, 2022. Work permits are also automatically extended December 31, 2022. You do not need to file anything or do anything.

We will keep you updated as we learn more.

09/24/2021

Volunteer Spotlight - Jon!

The personal relationships our volunteers and clients form not only improves English skills for clients, but teach volunteers about the different cultures who call Milwaukee home. Watch the video to hear why Jon enjoys volunteering with us!

Volunteer with Catholic Charities! Click here!https://app.betterimpact.com/PublicOrganization/769e2810-22c9-4d01-980c-d2eb4faee4eb/1It's National Welcome Wee...

09/22/2021

Afghan Recent Arrivals | Humanitarian Parole

Afghan Recent Arrivals | Humanitarian Parole

We will be uploading more videos regarding humanitarian parole and how it applies to Afghans arriving or attempting to come to the United States. For those interested, please visit our YouTube channel and subscribe to stay up to date! YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCaRqQrPqqvcxCYTeyZIKlSw

Catholic Charities Websitehttps://risccmke.org/en/Hiring a Lawyerhttps://risccmke.org/en/how-to-hire-a-lawyer/Overviewhttps://youtu.be/sQUJwsfT8L4Asylum in t...

09/15/2021

Volunteer Spotlight - Kaitlan!

It's National Welcome Week! Volunteers at Catholic Charities play a huge role in welcoming refugees and immigrants into our local community. Watch Kaitlin's video to find out why she volunteers and fill out an application to join our team!

Volunteer Application: https://app.betterimpact.com/Application?OrganizationGuid=769e2810-22c9-4d01-980c-d2eb4faee4eb&ApplicationFormNumber=1

Volunteer with Catholic Charities! Click here!https://app.betterimpact.com/PublicOrganization/769e2810-22c9-4d01-980c-d2eb4faee4eb/1It's National Welcome Wee...

09/09/2021

On August 9, 2021 our office moved to a new location at 1233 S. 45th Street, West Milwaukee, WI 53214. Our phone numbers are still the same, so please feel free to contact us by phone. We look forward to continuing to serve the refugee and immigrant communities of Southeastern Wisconsin!

El 9 de agosto del 2021, nuestra oficina se mudó a un nuevo sitio; ahora estamos localizados en la 1233 S. 45th Street, West Milwaukee, WI 53214. Nuestros números de teléfono son los mismos, así que se pueden seguir comunicando con nosotros por teléfono. ¡Esperamos poder seguir sirviendo las comunidades de refugiados e inmigrantes del sureste de Wisconsin!

07/23/2021

DHS Announces Extension and Redesignation of Somalia for Temporary Protected Status

DHS Announces Extension and Redesignation of Somalia for Temporary Protected Status

The Department of Homeland Security today published a Federal Register notice (FRN) extending and redesignating Somalia for Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for 18 months, from Sept. 18, 2021, through March 17, 2023. Secretary Alejandro N. Mayorkas made the decision to extend and redesignate Somalia...

07/20/2021

Woe, Canada: U.S. lawmakers lament skilled immigrants moving north | CBC News

U.S. lawmakers lament skilled immigrants moving north.

Legisladores estadounidenses lamentan la mudanza de inmigrantes habilidosos hacía el norte.

American immigration laws have gathered dust for decades. Reform efforts have stalled amid partisan bickering. And that's why some U.S. politicians cast a jealous glance at Canada on Tuesday.

07/02/2021

AILA Advisory regarding Immigrant Visa Processing Delays

06/16/2021

www.justice.gov

(1) Matter of L-E-A-, 27 I&N Dec. 581 (A.G. 2019) (“L-E-A- II”), is vacated in its entirety so as to return the immigration system to the preexisting state of affairs pending completion of the ongoing rulemaking process and the issuance of a final rule addressing the definition of “particular social group.”

(2) Immigration judges and the Board should no longer follow L-E-A- II when adjudicating pending and future cases.

(1) Cuestión de L-E-A, 27 I&N Dec. 581 (A.G. 2019) ("L-E-A-II), es revocado en su totalidad para así regresar el sistema inmigratorio a su preexistente situación, a la espera de la finalización del proceso de reglamentación y la emisión de una regla final sobre la definición de un grupo social particular.

(2) Jueces de inmigración ya no deben seguir L-E-A- II al juzgar casos pendientes o en el futuro.

06/16/2021

www.justice.gov

Decided by the Attorney General June 16, 2021:

(1) Matter of A-B-, 27 I&N Dec. 316 (A.G. 2018) (“A-B- I”), and Matter of A-B-, 28 I&N Dec. 199 (A.G. 2021) (“A-B- II”), are vacated in their entirety.
(2) Immigration judges and the Board should no longer follow A-B- I or A-B- II when adjudicating pending or future cases. Instead, pending forthcoming rulemaking, immigration judges and the Board should follow pre-A-B- I precedent, including Matter of A-R-C-G-, 26 I&N Dec. 388 (BIA 2014).

Decisión del Procurador General el 16 de junio 2021:

(1) La cuestión de A-B, 27 I&N Dec. 316 (A.G. 2018) (“A-B- I”), y cuestión de A-B-, 28 I&N Dec. 199 (A.G. 2021) (“A-B- II”), son revocados en su totalidad.

(2) Jueces de inmigración ya no deben seguir A-B-I ni A-B-II al juzgar casos pendientes o en el futuro. En su lugar, a la espera de nueva reglamentación, jueces deben seguir precedentes pre-A-B-I, incluyendo la cuestión de A-R-C-G-, 26 I&N Dec. 388 (BIA 2014).

06/08/2021

Travel of U.S. Citizens with Expired Passports

Travel of U.S. Citizens with Expired Passports (PDF link on page)

Ciudadanos estadounidenses viajando con pasaportes vencidos (enlace para leer el documento digital está en la página)

06/07/2021

Supreme Court Rules Against Immigrants Seeking Green Cards

Supreme Court Rules Against Immigrants Seeking Green Cards

La Corte Suprema da dictamen en contra de inmigrantes buscanda la residencia

The justices said immigrants with “temporary protected status” who entered the country without authorization may not apply for lawful permanent residency.

06/03/2021

USCIS Policy Update: Naturalization Eligibility and Voter Registration Through a State’s Benefit Application Process (May 27, 2021)

USCIS Policy Update: Naturalization Eligibility and Voter Registration Through a State’s Benefit Application Process

Actualización de póliza de USCIS sobre elegibilidad para naturalización y la inscripción de votante a través del proceso de solicitar beneficios de un estado.

USCIS, May 27, 2021 "Policy Highlights • Clarifies that USCIS will not penalize an applicant who unknowingly or unwilfully registers to vote. •...

05/27/2021

AILA - Former Immigration Judges Ask AG Garland to Review and Rescind Prior AG Certifications

Former Immigration Judges Ask AG Garland to Review and Rescind Prior AG Certifications

The Roundtable of Former Immigration Judges sent a letter to AG Garland urging him to review and rescind AG decisions issued under the Trump administration, noting that "the vast majority of those decisions overturned decades of substantive and procedural immigration law and policy."

04/19/2021

Back to School Safety Presentation (Spanish) | April 2021

Questions about back to school safety during coronavirus? Watch this video! Other language available on our YouTube channel.

¿Preguntas acerca del regreso a la escuela durante la pandemia del coronavirus? ¡Mire este video! Disponsible en otros idiomas en nuestro canal de YouTube.

Many schools have plans to reduce the spread of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) when they welcome students back to in-person learning. In this video, we will revi...

03/17/2021

Secretary Mayorkas Designates Burma for Temporary Protected Status

Secretary Mayorkas Designates Burma for Temporary Protected Status

Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro N. Mayorkas is designating Burma for Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for 18 months. This new designation of Burma for TPS enables Burmese nationals (and individuals without nationality who last habitually resided in Burma) currently residing in the United St...

03/08/2021

Public Inspection: Designation of Venezuela for Temporary Protected Status and Implementation of Employment Authorization for Venezuelans Covered by Deferred Enforced Departure

Secretario Mayorkas Designa a Venezuela al Estatus de Protección Temporal por 18 Meses:

"WASHINGTON—El secretario de Seguridad Nacional, Alejandro N. Mayorkas, ha designado a Venezuela al Estatus de Protección Temporal (TPS) por 18 meses, hasta septiembre de 2022. Esta nueva designación de TPS para Venezuela permite que los nacionales venezolanos (y personas sin nacionalidad cuya última residencia habitual fue Venezuela) que residen actualmente en Estados Unidos presenten solicitudes iniciales para TPS, siempre que cumplan con los requisitos de elegibilidad.

La designación se debe a condiciones extraordinarias y temporales existentes en Venezuela que evitan que los nacionales regresen a su país de manera segura, entre estas, una crisis humanitaria compleja, marcada por el hambre y la desnutrición generalizadas, una creciente influencia y presencia de grupos armados no estatales, represión y una infraestructura en mal estado. El TPS puede extenderse a un país con condiciones que caigan dentro de una o más de las tres bases estatutarias para la designación: conflicto armado en curso, desastres naturales o condiciones extraordinarias y temporales.

'Las condiciones de vida en Venezuela revelan un país en crisis, incapaz de proteger a sus propios ciudadanos', dijo el secretario Mayorkas. 'Es en tiempos de circunstancias extraordinarias y temporales como estas, que Estados Unidos da un paso al frente para apoyar a los nacionales venezolanos elegibles que están actualmente presentes en Estados Unidos mientras su país de origen busca recuperarse de las crisis actuales'.

Solo las personas que pueden demostrar residencia continua en Estados Unidos al 8 de marzo de 2021 son elegibles a TPS bajo la designación de Venezuela. Por su propia salud y seguridad, las personas no deben creer en los traficantes u otras personas que afirmen que la frontera ahora está abierta. Debido a la pandemia, las restricciones de viaje y admisión en la frontera siguen vigentes.

Las personas que deseen el TPS deben presentar una solicitud con el Servicio de Ciudadanía e Inmigración de Estados Unidos dentro del periodo inicial de registro de 180 días. También pueden solicitar Documentos de Autorización de Empleo (EAD) y autorización de viaje. Todas las personas que solicitan TPS son sometidas a verificaciones de seguridad y de antecedentes como parte de la determinación de elegibilidad. Puede encontrar más detalles sobre los criterios de elegibilidad para presentar una solicitud inicial de TPS y solicitar un EAD en la notificación del Registro Federal (FRN) aquí: https://www.federalregister.gov/public-inspection/2021-04951/designation-of-venezuela-for-temporary-protected-status-and-implementation-of-employment.

La FRN también proporciona información acerca de la Salida Forzosa Diferida (DED) para nacionales venezolanos y cómo pueden solicitar los EAD relacionados con la DED, a base del memorándum presidencial del 19 de enero de 2021 que establece la DED para nacionales venezolanos por 18 meses, hasta el 20 de julio de 2022. Las personas que soliciten y reciban TPS y también estén cubiertas por la DED no tienen que solicitar documentación de autorización de empleo bajo ambos programas. USCIS exhorta a las personas que crean que son elegibles a TPS a solicitar durante el periodo de registro inicial anunciado en la FRN, aún si están cubiertos por la DED, en caso de que no cualifiquen para una presentación inicial tardía a TPS después que la DED haya caducado."

Designation of Venezuela for Temporary Protected Status and Implementation of Employment Authorization for Venezuelans Covered by Deferred Enforced Departure

03/08/2021

Public Inspection: Designation of Venezuela for Temporary Protected Status and Implementation of Employment Authorization for Venezuelans Covered by Deferred Enforced Departure

Secretary Mayorkas Designates Venezuela for Temporary Protected Status for 18 Months:

"WASHINGTON—Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro N. Mayorkas is designating Venezuela for Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for 18 months, until September 2022. This new designation of TPS for Venezuela enables Venezuelan nationals (and individuals without nationality who last resided in Venezuela) currently residing in the United States to file initial applications for TPS, so long as they meet eligibility requirements.

This designation is due to extraordinary and temporary conditions in Venezuela that prevent nationals from returning safely, including a complex humanitarian crisis marked by widespread hunger and malnutrition, a growing influence and presence of non-state armed groups, repression, and a crumbling infrastructure. TPS can be extended to a country with conditions that fall into one, or more, of the three statutory bases for designation: ongoing armed conflict, environmental disasters, or extraordinary and temporary conditions.

'The living conditions in Venezuela reveal a country in turmoil, unable to protect its own citizens,' said Secretary Mayorkas. 'It is in times of extraordinary and temporary circumstances like these that the United States steps forward to support eligible Venezuelan nationals already present here, while their home country seeks to right itself out of the current crises.'

Only individuals who can demonstrate continuous residence in the United States as of March 8, 2021 are eligible for TPS under Venezuela’s designation. For their own health and safety, individuals should not believe smugglers or others claiming the border is now open. Due to the pandemic, travel and admission restrictions at the border remain in place.

Individuals desiring TPS must file an application with U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services within the 180-day registration period. They may also apply for Employment Authorization Documents (EADs) and for travel authorization. All individuals applying for TPS undergo security and background checks as part of determining eligibility. More details about the eligibility criteria to submit an initial TPS application and apply for an EAD can be found in the Federal Register Notice (FRN) here: https://www.federalregister.gov/public-inspection/2021-04951/designation-of-venezuela-for-temporary-protected-status-and-implementation-of-employment

The FRN also provides information about Deferred Enforced Departure (DED) for Venezuelan nationals and how individuals may apply for DED-related EADs, based on the January 19, 2021, presidential memorandum establishing DED for Venezuelan nationals for 18 months, through July 20, 2022. Individuals who apply for and receive TPS and who are also covered by DED do not need to apply for Employment Authorization Documentations under both programs. USCIS encourages individuals who believe they are eligible for TPS to apply during the initial registration period announced in the FRN, even if they are also covered by DED, in case they cannot qualify for TPS late initial filing after DED has expired."

Designation of Venezuela for Temporary Protected Status and Implementation of Employment Authorization for Venezuelans Covered by Deferred Enforced Departure

02/22/2021

USCIS Vuelve a la Versión del 2008 del Examen de Educación Cívica para Naturalización

USCIS Vuelve a la Versión del 2008 del Examen de Educación Cívica para Naturalización:

El 22 de febrero, la administración de Biden anunció que volverá a la versión del 2008 del examen de educación cívica para naturalización. USCIS (inmigración) determinó que las actualizaciones al examen bajo la previa administración crearon barreras al proceso de naturalización. El objetivo de la administración actual es de hacer el proceso de la naturalización más accesible.

Inmigración ha compartido la siguiente información para solicitantes y proveedores de servicioes legales:

'Los solicitantes que presentaron su solicitud de naturalización en o después del 1 de diciembre de 2020, y antes del 1 de marzo de 2021, con una entrevista inicial antes del 19 de abril de 2021 tendrán la opción de tomar el examen de educación cívica de 2020 o el examen de educación cívica de 2008. Le notificaremos a los solicitantes que serán afectados por el cambio. Si la entrevista inicial es programada para el 19 de abril de 2021 o después, solicitantes tomarán el examen de educación cívica de 2008.

Albergaremos eventos para participación del público y llevaremos a cabo otras actividades de compromiso con la comunidad para asegurar que solicitantes estén familiarizados con las características de cada examen y cual version del examen tendrán que tomar.

Puede encontrar más información en uscis.gov/citizenship.

El Servicio de Ciudadanía e Inmigración de Estados Unidos anunció hoy que volverá a la versión 2008 del examen de educación cívica para naturalización a partir del 1 de marzo de 2021.