The Biden administration has automated the SIJS (Special Immigrant Juvenile Status) Deferred Action policy, which was implemented in 2022 to address lengthy visa delays. This policy change allows eligible immigrants to receive automatic deferred action, providing them with a pathway to a green card. The previous administration had rescinded this policy in June 2022, but the current administration has reinstated it to streamline processing for vulnerable youth.
Key Details:
- SIJS status counts as a form of parole into the U.S.
- SIJS Deferred Action is now automatic for eligible applicants.
- The policy aims to reduce visa processing delays that have reached several years.
- The reinstatement of this policy reflects the Biden administration’s commitment to supporting immigrant youth.
This change is expected to significantly benefit eligible immigrants by providing them with more accessible pathways to legal status in the U.S. Need help with your immigration case? Visit QuickFiling.us for professional immigration services.
Source: @ReichlinMelnick