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Status of Keeping Families Together Parole in Place Program (PIP)

On August 26, 2024, a federal court in Texas decided to put a temporary hold on the “Keeping Families Together” parole in place program (PIP), which helps certain noncitizen spouses and stepchildren of U.S. citizens on a pathway to the green card. This means the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) cannot approve new requests for READ MORE

The Impact of Criminal History on Parole in Place (PIP)

The “Keeping Families Together” parole in place (PIP) program helps certain noncitizens stay in the United States with their families without worrying about being deported (removed). However, not everyone is eligible for this help. Your criminal history plays a significant role in determining whether you can get PIP.  U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) looks READ MORE

USCIS Launches Parole in Place (PIP) Applications for Eventual Green Card Status for Certain Undocumented Aliens

On August 15, 2024, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) established the Parole in Place (PIP) program, which offers a pathway to legal residency for certain undocumented immigrants who are spouses or stepchildren of U.S. citizens. Starting August 19, 2024, the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) will begin accepting applications through a new electronic READ MORE