Venezuelan Adjustment Act: Easier Path to Permanent Residence
This act aims to facilitate the process for Venezuelan nationals meeting specific criteria to obtain permanent resident status in the United States. It applies to individuals who entered the U.S. before the end of 2021 and have continuously resided here for at least one year. The act seeks to provide legal stability and work opportunities for these individuals.
Key points
Allows Venezuelan nationals to apply for permanent residence if they entered the U.S. before December 31, 2021, and have been continuously present for at least one year.
Excludes individuals convicted of aggravated felonies or involved in persecution from eligibility.
Provides the possibility of obtaining work authorization while the permanent residence application is pending.
Applications for permanent residence can be submitted even if prior deportation orders exist; these orders will be canceled upon approval of the application.
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