In continuation to our articles on “US Congress Extends Aid to Afghan Nationals at Risk: Operation Allies Welcome”, published on October 06, 2021 (Link: http://www.ahluwalialaw.com/us-congress-extends-aid-to-afghan-nationals-at-risk-operation-allies-welcome/); “Humanitarian Parole (I-131) For Afghan Nationals”, published on September 10, 2021 (Link: http://www.ahluwalialaw.com/humanitarian-parole-i-131-for-afghan-nationals/); and “Countries that Afghan Nationals Can Enter With or Without a Visa/E-Visa”, published on September 22, 2021 (Link: http://www.ahluwalialaw.com/countries-that-afghan-nationals-can-enter-with-or-without-a-visa-e-visa/), we would like to provide following updates to the Afghan community based on a recent discussion amongst the AILA members:
- According to recent reports USCIS is denying Humanitarian Parole (I-131) applications if the applications did not include sufficient evidence that the Afghans were in danger and that USCIS is unable to complete the processing of the cases for Afghans still living in Afghanistan.
- These are the current trends that other AILA attorneys are seeing. The fact that USCIS is denying cases based on the above criteria for other attorneys is a cause for concern; We wanted to make the Afghan community aware of the situation.
- The applications which were denied by USCIS may be reopened within 365 days. Applicants may submit more supporting evidence once reopened. Therefore, in an abundance of caution, we urge our Afghan community members to contact their family and ask for additional evidence of the danger they are personally facing. This can include photos of damaged property, threatening letters, and further proof of what makes them a vulnerable target. Proof of imminent harm, as documented by a third-party source specifically referencing the individual in question. Please also discuss with the family members about the possibility of leaving Afghanistan.
- Also, one should note that all cases received by USCIS are granted approvals or denials based on the officer’s discretion.
(Updated 12/08/2021)
We will regularly update the blog as soon as any new information is available.
Disclaimer
This article aims to provide new information concerning humanitarian parole for afghan nationals. This article, under no circumstances, acts as legal advice; therefore, for any immigration questions, please contact your Attorney or the Ahluwalia Law Offices, P.C. (Team ALO).
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