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General Information
Recent Changes to U.S. Policies
U.S. Parole Programs
Legal Assistance From IRAP
Family Reunification
Information by Home Country or Region
Information by Destination Country or Region
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Initial Arrival in the United States

  • Basic Information About Immigration Detention in the United States NOTE: This information is from JUNE 7, 2024. We try to update it when there are important changes but it could have c...
  • Can asylum-seekers in the United States receive employment authorization? If you are an asylum seeker looking for work authorization resources, please contact our partner organization, the As...
  • Basic Information For People Recently Released into the US by US Government Authorities NOTE:  Since January 20, 2025, the U.S. government has made many policy changes related to immigration and the U.S.-M...
  • Know Your Rights: First Time Arrivals at U.S. Airports This information was revised on January 16, 2025. Requirements may change.  Preparing for Your Trip Come up with a p...
  • What happens when I get to the airport in the United States? Summary This guide provides information on what happens when a person without a U.S. passport gets to the airport in ...

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