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Interoffice Memorandum: Guidance on the Limitation of Denials Based on Requests for Evidence Standards Not Required by the Statute, Regulations or Form Instructions
"The memorandum provides guidance to Service Centers limiting the use of requests for evidence not supported by the Immigration Nationality Act (INA), the regulations or form instructions."
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services
Ohata, Fujie
2005-01-06
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Interoffice Memorandum: Extension of Validity of Medical Certifications on Form I-693 [December 2, 2004]
"This memorandum temporarily extends the validity of civil surgeon endorsements on Form I-693 for certain adjustment of status applicants. For adjustment of status applicants, the endorsement of a civil surgeon on Form I-693, Medical Examination of Aliens Seeking Adjustment of Status, is generally valid for one year. Some adjustment of status applications are concurrently filed with an immigrant visa petition as provided for at 8 CFR 245.2(a)(2). These applications are filed with a Form I-693 as required by 8 CFR 245.5. Some of these applications remain pending for more than the one-year validity period."
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services
Yates, William R.
2004-12-04
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Interoffice Memorandum: Adjudication of Form I-539 for V-2 and V-3 Extension
"On October 5, 2004 in Akhtar v. Burzynski. No. 02-57037, the Ninth Circuit invalidated the age-out provisions of 8 C.P.R. 214. 15(g) and remanded the action to the District Court for further proceedings. While the decision would only apply to cases filed by applicants in the Ninth Circuit, CIS [Citizenship and Immigration Services] will apply the decision nation-wide immediately. A regulatory solution is in the making; however, effective immediately, the following guidance is provided for adjudication of Form 1-539 filed for V-2 and V- 3 extension."
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services
O'Reilly, Terence M.
2005-01-10
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Interoffice Memorandum: USCIS Policy Regarding Form I-864, Affidavit of Support
This memorandum notifies adjudicators that USCIS [U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services] has determined, as permitted by section 213A(f)(6)(B) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (Act), that a person completing an Affidavit of Support (Form I-864) on behalf of an adjustment of status applicant is only required to file one Federal income tax return, for the tax year that is most recent as of the date the Form I-864 was signed, rather than having to submit a Federal income tax return for each of the three most recent tax years. This memorandum also clarifies how USCIS officers are to determine the sufficiency of a Form I-864. Effective immediately, this policy memorandum supersedes all conflicting provisions in previous memoranda and will be incorporated into 8 CFR 213a, in a separate rulemaking, and section 20.5 of the Adjudicator's Field Manual at a later date."
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services
Aytes, Michael
2005-11-23
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Interoffice Memorandum: Interim Guidance for Processing I-140 Employment-Based Immigrant Petitions and I-485 and H-1B Petitions Affected by the American Competitiveness in the Twenty-First Century Act of 2000 (AC21) (Public Law 106-313)
"The purpose of this memorandum is to provide field offices with interim guidance on: (1) Processing Form I-140 petitions and Form I-485 applications in connection with the I-140 portability provision of §106(c) of AC21; (2) Adjudication of H-1B petitions in connection with the 7th year extension provisions of §106(a) of AC21; (3) Adjudication of H-1B petitions in connection with the 7th year extension provisions of 104(c) for aliens subject to per country visa limitations; and (4) Adjudication of H-1B petitions in connection with the H-1B portability provisions of §105 of AC21; This interim guidance will only be in effect until regulations that are currently in progress are published as a final rule. The proposed rule may take a more restrictive position than this memorandum. Please note that the Adjudicator's Field Manual (AFM) will not be updated at this time."
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services
Aytes, Michael
2005-12-27
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Interoffice Memorandum: Current Processing of Pending Forms I-140 for a Schedule A/Group I or II Occupations Missing Evidence of Compliance with U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) Notification/Posting Requirements and Guidance Effective March 28, 2005 Pursuant to New DOL Regulations at 20 CFR Part 656 Regarding the New Process for Blanket Labor Certification for Schedule A; Revisions to Adjudicator's Field Manual (AFM) Chapters 22.2(b)(3)(C) and 22.2(b)(7) (AFM Update AD 05-08)
"This memorandum revises Chapters 22.2(b)(3)(C) and 22.2(b)(7) of the Adjudicator's Field Manual (AFM), superseding USCIS [U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services] Interoffice Memorandum, Guidance for Processing Pending Forms I-140 for a Schedule A/Group I or II Occupations Missing Evidence of Compliance with DOL Notification/Posting Requirements, dated December 23, 2004. Based on consultation with the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) Employment and Training Administration, and DOL regulations dated December 27, 2004, this memorandum provides interim policy guidance regarding the notice of posting that is required in support of I-140 petitions filed on behalf of Schedule A beneficiaries before March 28, 2005. The guidance relating to I-140s filed before March 28, 2005 is prospective. In addition, guidance regarding the evidentiary requirements for Form I-140 Schedule A petitions filed on or after March 28, 2005 is also provided. Note that Chapter 22.2 was originally designated as Chapter 22.7."
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services
Yates, William R.
2005-09-23
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Interoffice Memorandum: Procedures for Calculating Maximum Period of Stay Regarding the Limitations on Admission for H-1B and L-1 Nonimmigrants (AFM Update AD 05-21)
"USCIS [U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services] Headquarters continues to receive inquiries from the public concerning the proper interpretation of § 214(g)(4) of the Immigration and Nationality Act ('INA') and 8 CFR § 214.2(h)(13), which relate to the maximum period of admission for H nonimmigrants. Petitions for aliens classified as H-1B nonimmigrants who have spent the maximum period of time in the United States permitted by statute in H-1B status may not be approved unless they have remained outside of the United States for the specific period of time referenced in the related regulation."
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services
Aytes, Michael
2005-10-21
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Interoffice Memorandum: Waivers under Section 209(c) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (AFM Update 05-33)
"This memorandum directs adjudicators to use revised standards for determining whether Form I-602, Application by Refugee for Waiver of Grounds of Excludability, is required for granting waivers under section 209(c) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (the Act)."
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services
Aytes, Michael
2005-10-31
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Interoffice Memorandum: Remedial Measures Made Necessary by Hurricanes Katrina and Rita
"This memorandum discusses remedial measures made necessary by the destruction caused by Hurricane Katrina (Katrina) and Hurricane Rita (Rita). While this memorandum discusses specific measures that can be taken, USCIS employees should not view the subjects discussed in the memo as the exclusive measures that can be taken. In general, USCIS employees should take a generous approach to addressing issues brought about by the hurricanes and should use whatever proper means are available to them to remedy hurricane-related immigration situations. This approach is consistent with the approach taken by USCIS and Legacy INS in response to other disasters that have caused immigration-related complications, such as the December 26, 2004 Tsunami. This guidance is meant to be ongoing and not exhaustive except where specifically provided, such that in the future when an adverse immigration-related consequence of Katrina or Rita is discovered, USCIS should attempt to remedy that consequence
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services
Aytes, Michael
2005-10-05
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Interoffice Memorandum: Guidance on Evaluating a Request for the Rescheduling of an Interview and Handling the Failure of an Applicant, a Petitioner, a Sponsor, a Beneficiary, or Other Individual to Appear for a Scheduled Interview (AFM Update AD06-01)
"This memorandum provides United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) field offices with instructions on evaluating a request for the rescheduling of an interview and handling the failure of an individual to appear for a scheduled interview. This memorandum supersedes any previous guidance addressing these aforementioned issues. If an individual requests an interview to be rescheduled or fails to appear for a scheduled interview, USCIS field offices are directed to implement immediately the procedures outlined in the 'Field Guidance' section of this memorandum and either reschedule the interview or deny the related application or petition accordingly."
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services
Aytes, Michael
2005-11-23
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Interoffice Memorandum: Eligibility to Self-Petition as a Battered Spouse or Child of a U.S. Citizen or Lawful Permanent Resident within Two Years of the Abuser's Loss of Status; Revisions to Adjudicator's Field Manual (AFM) Chapter 21.14(q) (AFM Update AD05-12)
"This memorandum provides guidance to U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) officers in the field regarding amendments made to the self-petitioning provisions of the Immigration and Nationality Act (the Act) by the Victims of Trafficking and Violence Protection Act (VTVPA), Pub. L. 106-386. Title V of the VTVPA is entitled the Battered Immigrant Women Protection Act (BIWPA), and contains several provisions amending the self-petitioning eligibility requirements contained in the Act. This guidance concerns the change in the self-petitioning eligibility requirements regarding the effect of an abuser's loss of immigration status prior to the filing of and following the approval of a self-petition."
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services
Aytes, Michael
2005-10-31
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Interoffice Memorandum: Guidance for Processing Pending Form I-129F Petition for Alien Fiancé(e) when G-325A for Petitioner and/or Beneficiary is Not Signed and/or Photos Not Submitted
"To provide field offices with guidance on processing Form I-129F petitions when the accompanying G-325A is missing signatures and/or photographs. A properly executed Form G-325A is required for all I-129F petitions. Previously it was standard practice to issue an RFE [Request for Further Evidence] when the beneficiary failed to sign the G-325A and/or failed to submit photographs. From the date of this memorandum, an RFE should not be issued in instances where the beneficiary failed to sign the G-325A and/or failed to include photographs provided that the beneficiary is residing abroad. The beneficiary will be required to sign the Form G-325A and/or submit photographs at the time of visa issuance abroad. It is also not necessary to RFE for the petitioner's signature on the G-325A, if the petitioner failed to sign it. The signature of the petitioner on the Form I-129F should be deemed sufficient for purposes of adjudicating the petition. Finally, it is important to note that the petitioner's photograph is still required for the"
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services
Aytes, Michael
2005-11-01
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Interoffice Memorandum: Processing of Initial Parole or Renewal Parole Requests Presented by Natives or Citizens of Cuba to USCIS Field Offices
"This memorandum provides U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) Field Offices guidance on processing of initial parole or renewal parole requests presented by natives or citizens of Cuba, and also processing of applications for employment authorization submitted in connection with such parole requests."
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services
Renaud, Tracy
2008-03-04
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Memorandum: Genetic Relationship Testing; Suggesting DNA Tests Revisions to the Adjudicators Field Manual (AFM) Chapter 21 (AFMUpdate AD07-25)
"This guidance replaces the memorandum entitled List of American Association of Blood Banks [AABB] Accredited Parentage Testing Laboratories, issued April 7, 2005. This guidance reminds officers that AABB - formally the American Association of Blood Banks - is not a DNA testing laboratory. Rather, AABB is the accrediting body for DNA testing laboratories. When a DNA testing laboratory submits DNA test results to the United States Citizenship and Immigration Service (USCIS) regarding the existence of a biological relationship, USCIS requires that laboratory to have an AABB accreditation. AABB publishes their list of accredited laboratories online. Officers should not contact AABB directly and they should discourage petitioners from contacting AABB directly. This guidance also reminds officers that USCIS cannot require DNA testing to establish a claimed biological relationship.l However, in situations where credible evidence is insufficient to prove the claimed biological relationship, officers may suggest and consider DNA testing results. In such cases, the petitioner must select an accredited laboratory, contact the laboratory directly, and make the necessary arrangements for conducting the tests. This guidance instructs officers that when they suggest DNA testing, they must identify explicitly the relationship to be tested for."
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services
Aytes, Michael
2008-03-19
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Memorandum: Guidelines for Partnerships between Asylum Offices and Non-Governmental Organizations to Provide Access to Legal Consultation for Applicants in the Credible Fear Process
"The purpose of this memorandum is to provide general guidance for Asylum Offices in establishing partnerships with non-governmental organizations (NGOs) to facilitate access to pro bono consultants for individuals in the credible fear process. Asylum Offices are encouraged to establish partnership arrangements with NGOs pursuant to the terms of this memorandum, using internal procedures appropriate to each individual office."
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services
2007-11-08
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Memorandum: Adjudicator's Field Manual Update: Chapter 31: Accepting and Adjudicating H-IB Petitions when a Required License is Not Available Due to State Licensing Requirements Mandating Possession of a Valid Immigration Document as Evidence of Employment Authorization
"This memorandum provides guidance to adjudication officers in situations where professional licensure is required for a particular H -1 B specialty occupation. USCIS [U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services] is aware that in certain cases the alien beneficiary of an H -I B petition cannot obtain a license that is necessary to practice his or her profession from the State or other licensing authority without presenting, as a prerequisite, evidence of an approved H-IB petition on that alien's behalf. This creates an adjudicative difficulty for USCIS because approval of the H-IB petition may itself be contingent on the alien beneficiary's possession of the required license. USCIS is responding to these 'Catch-22' situations by allowing for the temporary approval of the petition, providing all other requirements are met. USCIS' s approval of an H -I B petition on the alien beneficiary's behalf in such cases is not authorization for the beneficiary to practice his or her profession without the required license. It is merely a means to facilitate the State or local licensing authority'S issuance of such a license to the alien, provided all other requirements are satisfied."
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services
Neufeld, Donald
2008-03-21
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Adjudicator's Field Manual Update: Chapter 31: Accepting and Adjudicating H-IB Petitions when a Required License is not Available Due to State Licensing Requirements Mandating Possession of a Valid Immigration Document as Evidence of Employment Authorization
"This memorandum provides guidance to adjudication officers in situations where professional licensure is required for a particular H -1 B specialty occupation. USCIS [U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services] is aware that in certain cases the alien beneficiary of an H -I B petition cannot obtain a license that is necessary to practice his or her profession from the State or other licensing authority without presenting, as a prerequisite, evidence of an approved H-IB petition on that alien's behalf. This creates an adjudicative difficulty for USCIS because approval of the H-IB petition may itself be contingent on the alien beneficiary's possession of the required license. USCIS is responding to these 'Catch-22' situations by allowing for the temporary approval of the petition, providing all other requirements are met. USCIS' s approval of an H -I B petition on the alien beneficiary's behalf in such cases is not authorization for the beneficiary to practice his or her profession without the required license. It is merely a means to facilitate the State or local licensing authority'S issuance of such a license to the alien, provided all other requirements are satisfied."
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services
Neufeld, Donald
2008-03-21
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Interoffice Memorandum: Revised National Security Adjudication and Reporting Requirements
"U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) conducts background checks on all applicants, petitioners, and beneficiaries seeking immigration benefits. This is done both to enhance national security and to ensure the integrity of the immigration process. USCIS has previously mandated that FBI [Federal Bureau of Investigation] name checks be completed and resolved before any positive adjudication can proceed on certain form types. This memorandum modifies existing guidance for applications where statutory immigration provisions allow for the detention and removal of an alien who is the subject of actionable information that is received from the FBI or other law enforcement agencies after approval of the application."
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services
Aytes, Michael
2008-02-04
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Authorization to Process Cases Involving the Provision of Material Support to the AUC
"On April 27,2007, the Secretary exercised his discretionary authority under Section 2 12(d)(3)(B)(i) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (the Act) not to apply subsection 212(a)(3)(B)(iv)(VI) to certain individuals who have provided material support under duress to certain terrorist organizations described in subsections 2 12(a)(3)(B)(vi)(I) and (11) (designated terrorist organizations, often referred to as Tier I and Tier I1 organizations) if warranted by the totality of the circumstances. The authority not to apply subsection 212(a)(3)(B)(iv)(VI) of the Act in certain circumstances was delegated to United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) in consultation with United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). When this exemption authority was exercised, DHS [Department of Homeland Security] agreed in the interagency process that the exemption authority will be exercised only with respect to applicants who provided material support under duress to specific Tier I or Tier I1 organizations agreed upon by the interagency after completion of an examination of the national security implications of applying the exemption authority in the case of the specific Tier I or Tier I1 organization under consideration. After completion of an examination of national security implications of applying the exemption authority in the case of material support provided to the United Self-Defense Forces of Colombia (AUC) and consultation with the interagency, DHS authorizes USCIS, in consultation with ICE, to consider the April 27,2007, exemption authority with respect to material support provided under duress to the AUC."
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services
Rosenzweig, Paul, 1959-
2008-03-10
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Interoffice Memorandum: Extension of Validity of Medical Certifications on Form I-693 [January 7, 2008]
"This memorandum temporarily extends the validity of civil surgeon endorsements on Form I-693 for certain adjustment of status applicants. For adjustment of status applicants, the endorsement of a civil surgeon on Form I-693, Medical Examination of Aliens Seeking Adjustment of Status, is generally valid for one year. Adjustment of status applications are concurrently filed with a Form I-693 as required by 8 CFR 245.5. Some of these applications remain pending for more than the one-year validity period. In a policy memorandum dated January 3, 2007, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (CIS) extended the validity of the civil surgeon endorsement on Form I-693 until the adjustment of status application could be adjudicated. This policy was issued in consultation with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and is limited to those applications where no Class A or Class B medical condition was certified. The policy was in effect until January 1, 2008. Due to the continuing backlog of some adjustment of status applications, the validity of the civil surgeon's endorsement on Form I-693, when submitted in support of a concurrently filed adjustment of status application, is extended until the time of adjudication if no Class A or Class B medical condition is certified by the civil surgeon. This policy will be in effect until January 1, 2009."
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services
Aytes, Michael
2008-01-07
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Memorandum: Withholding Adjudication and Review of Prior Denials of Certain Categories of Cases Involving Association with, or Provision of Material Support to, Certain Terrorist Organizations or Other Groups
"This memorandum instructs adjudicators regarding the withholding of adjudication of certain cases that could benefit from the Secretary's expanded discretionary authority and to initiate a review of prior denials of certain categories of cases decided after the December 26, 2007, effective date of the Consolidated Appropriation Act of 2008, Pub. L. 110-161, 121 Stat. 1844 ('CAA')."
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services
Scharfen, Jonathan
2008-03-26
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U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services: USCIS Policy Manual
"U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) makes decisions on benefit and service requests that not only affect foreign nationals and their future, but also the well-being of U.S. citizens, families, organizations, businesses, industries, localities, states, the nation, and international communities. Accordingly, USCIS strives to secure America's promise as a nation of immigrants by providing accurate and useful information to customers, promoting awareness and understanding of citizenship rights and responsibilities, and making adjudication decisions in a consistent and accurate manner that furthers the goals and integrity of our nation's immigration system. Our policies drive our benefit and services decisions and ensure that our guidance to USCIS officers who make those decisions reflects our agency's mission, and strategic vision. These policies also greatly affect our interaction with USCIS's diverse customer and stakeholder community. […] The USCIS Policy Manual provides transparency to our customers, including outlining policies that are easy to understand, while also furthering consistency, quality, and efficiency in our adjudications and customer service. The USCIS Policy Manual contains the official policies of USCIS and must be followed by all USCIS officers in the performance of their duties. The Policy Manual does not create any substantive or procedural right or benefit that is legally enforceable by any party against the United States or its agencies or officers or any other person."
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services
2021-06-17
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Welcome to the United States: A Guide for New Immigrants
"Adjusting to your new life in the United States of America will take time. This guide contains basic information that will help you settle in the United States and find what you and your family need for everyday life. It also summarizes important information about your legal status and about agencies and organizations that provide documents or essential services you may need."
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services; United States. Department of Education
2007-09
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Immigrant Waivers: Procedures for Adjudication of Form I-601 for Overseas Adjudication Officers
"The Form I-601, Application for Waiver of Ground of Inadmissibility, is used by applicants for immigrant visas, non-immigrant fiancé visas, V visas, and adjustment of status to request a waiver of the following grounds of inadmissibility in the Immigration and Naturalization Act (INA): 1. Section 212(a)(1) -- health-related grounds; 2. Section 212(a)(2) -- criminal and related grounds, 3. Section 212(a)(3)(D) - immigrant membership in a totalitarian party; 4. Section 212(a)(6)(C) -- misrepresentation in immigration matters; 5. Section 212(a)(6)(E) - smugglers; 6. Section 212(a)(6)(F) - subject to civil penalty; 7. Section 212(a)(9)(B) -- unlawful presence in the U.S. for at least 180 days, beginning on or after April 1, 1997, followed by departure from the U.S. Form I-601 is also used to waive certain grounds of inadmissibility when an applicant is seeking immigration benefits under the Nicaraguan Adjustment and Central American Relief Act (NACARA), the Haitian Refugee Immigrant Fairness Act of 1998 (HRIFA), and under the Temporary Protected Status (TPS) or Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) program. Because officers at international USCIS offices are not likely to encounter these types of waiver applications, this SOP will only briefly address them."
United States. Department of Homeland Security; U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services
2009-04-28
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Handbook for Employers: Instructions for Completing Form I-9 (Employment Eligibility Verification Form)
"In 1986, Congress reformed U.S. immigration laws. These reforms, the result of a bipartisan effort, preserved the tradition of legal immigration while seeking to close the door to illegal entry. The employer sanctions provisions, found in section 274A of the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA), were added by the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 (IRCA).These provisions further changed with the passage of the Immigration Act of 1990 and the Illegal Immigration Reform and Immigrant Responsibility Act (IIRIRA) of 1996. Employment is often the magnet that attracts individuals to reside in the United States illegally. The purpose of the employer sanctions law is to remove this magnet by requiring employers to hire only individuals who may legally work here: citizens and nationals of the United States, lawful permanent residents, and aliens authorized to work. To comply with the law, you must verify the identity and employment authorization of each person you hire, complete and retain a Form I-9 for each employee, and refrain from discriminating against individuals on the basis of national origin or citizenship.(See Part Four for more information on unlawful discrimination.) Form I-9 helps employers to verify individuals who are authorized to work in the United States. You should complete a Form I-9 for every new employee you hire after November 6, 1986. This Handbook provides guidance on how to properly complete Form I-9, and answers frequently asked ques¬tions about the law as it relates to Form I-9."
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services
2009-04-03
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Response to the Citizenship and Immigration Services Ombudsman's 2009 Annual Report
"U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) appreciates the in-depth analysis of the agency's procedures and processes provided by the Citizenship and Immigration Services Ombudsman (CISOMB) in the 2009 Annual Report to Congress. USCIS provides the following responses to CISOMB's recommendations and observations."
United States. Department of Homeland Security; U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services
2009-10-16
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2008 Comprehensive Response to the DHS CIS Ombudsman Report
"U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) recently celebrated its fifth anniversary as an agency within the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). In those 5 years, USCIS has focused on strengthening the security and integrity of the immigration system while improving service to its customers. During that time, the Citizenship and Immigration Services Ombudsman (CISOMB) has remained committed to assisting the agency in achieving its goals. Each year, the CISOMB's Annual Report to Congress provides USCIS with an opportunity to reflect on recent successes and to review areas of operation for improvement. USCIS has carefully reviewed each recommendation and topic of discussion in this year's report. As much as possible, this response parallels the format of the CISOMB's report."
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services
2008-09-30
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USCIS Responses to CISO Recommendations CIS Ombudsman Annual Report 2007: January 2008
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) acknowledges the analysis of the agency's procedures and processes provided by the Citizenship and Immigration Services Ombudsman (CISOMB) in the 2007 Annual Report to Congress. USCIS gives the following responses to CISOMB's recommendations and observations.
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services
2008-01
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Library Services for Immigrants: A Report on Current Practices
"This report identifies current practices in library services for immigrants and offers ideas for libraries that wish to provide programs and services for immigrants living in their communities. The report, which provides sample suggestions and strategies, is not a comprehensive guide, as there are likely many other promising approaches for assisting immigrants in libraries nationwide. The report addresses the following topics: 1.) Partnerships 2.) Collections 3.) Information Services 4.) Programs and Events 5.) Outreach 6.) Planning. The practices and recommendations in this report are the result of a working group convened in October 2004 by the Office of Citizenship, which is part of U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), Department of Homeland Security. The Office of Citizenship's mission is to promote instruction and training on citizenship rights and responsibilities and to foster the civic integration of immigrants. The working group included representatives from public libraries across the country, immigrant community-based organizations, and adult educators who work with English language learners (participating organizations are listed in the appendix). Over the course of a day and a half, the group discussed many issues related to helping immigrants integrate into U.S. society, with a special focus on the roles public libraries can play. Their ideas are reflected in this report."
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services; Institute of Museum and Library Services (U.S.)
2007
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Information Guide for Prospective Asylum Applicants
This brochure from U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services offers information for asylum applicants. Included in the brochure is an overview of the asylum process, frequently asked questions about the asylum process, affirmative asylum, and where to get addition information.
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services
2008
