What is Section 212 A?

What is Section 212 A?

Section 212(a)(4)(A) of the Immigration and Nationality Act allows for the denial of entry to the United States of any applicant who is considered likely to become public charge at any time.

What does Approved I-212 mean?

Application for Permission to Reapply
I-212 Waiver: Application for Permission to Reapply for Admission into the United States After Deportation or Removal. Form I-212 is a waiver request that allows such aliens to seek consent from the United States government to apply for lawful re-admission to the United States after having been deported or removed.

How long does it take to process I-212?

Please allow at least 150 days from the date of submission of your Form I-212 before making an inquiry about the status of your application. A full review of your circumstances can take up to six months or longer. You may ask for an update by emailing [email protected].

What is a 212 case?

I-212, Application for Permission to Reapply for Admission into the United States After Deportation or Removal.

What is the next step after my i-212 is approved?

If the I-212 waiver application is approved, the foreign national can reschedule an interview with the U.S. consulate/embassy abroad and obtain a visa. In approximately ONE (1) to THREE (3) months after arriving to the U.S., the foreign national will receive his/her Permanent Resident Card (“Green Card”).

What is Section 212 A 7 AII?

Section 212(a)(7)(A)(i)(I) of the INA: Any alien who at the time of application for admission, is not in possession of a valid unexpired immigrant visa, reentry permit, border crossing card, or other valid entry document required by the Act, or who is not in possession of a valid unexpired passport, or other suitable …

What is an I 212 waiver?

The I-212 waiver (under Section 212(a)(9)(C)(ii) of the Immigration and Nationality Act) allows foreign nationals to apply for early readmission into the U.S. after having been previously removed and before they have met their statutory period of stay outside the U.S.

Who needs 212 waiver?

People who are permanently inadmissible following a deportation can apply for an I-212 waiver if: They have remained outside the U.S. for at least 10 years since their departure, or. They qualify for relief as a refugee or victim of domestic violence under certain U.S. or international programs.

What is a 212 waiver in Immigration?

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