Path to Permanent Residency and Support for Afghan Allies.
This Act aims to fulfill promises to Afghan nationals who supported the US mission by creating a pathway to Conditional Permanent Resident status (Green Card) for thousands evacuated to the United States after July 2021. It establishes a formal refugee referral program for at-risk allies remaining outside the US, allowing for remote processing and ensuring access to refugee benefits. All applicants must undergo rigorous security vetting, and the bill waives fees for initial immigration documents.
Key points
Afghans evacuated to the US will receive Conditional Permanent Resident status, providing legal stability and access to social benefits equivalent to refugees.
Establishes a formal refugee program for at-risk allies (including former military and justice sector workers) outside the US, with provisions for remote application processing and rigorous security checks.
Creates a new Special Immigrant Visa (SIV) category for parents, brothers, and sisters of Afghan citizens serving or who are veterans of the US Armed Forces, capped at 10,000 visas.
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