Applications for Re-Parole and Work Authorization Renewal Are Fee-Exempt for Certain Afghan Nationals

Applications for Re-Parole and Work Authorization Renewal Are Fee-Exempt for Certain Afghan Nationals

Effective June 9, 2023, through July 31, 2024, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) will consider, on a case-by-case basis for urgent humanitarian reasons or significant public benefit, a two-year extension of the original parole period for Afghan parolees who have already applied for asylum or for adjustment to lawful permanent resident (LPR) status (such as adjustment of status as a special immigrant).