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Two and a half years ago, the Taliban takeover of Afghanistan separated countless Afghan families. Amid a rapid and frenetic evacuation effort, thousands of Afghans boarded planes leaving the Kabul airport—but untold spouses, children, parents, siblings, and other loved ones were left behind.
In the months and years since, Afghan parolees have gradually received more permanent relief in the United States, such as grants of asylum or lawful permanent residency through their Special Immigrant Visas (SIVs). But, for many, refuge in the United States has come with heartbreak as their closest family members remain behind in Afghanistan.
This report provides an overview of family reunification options for Afghan nationals in the United States. It discusses the different processes that Afghan nationals can pursue to reunite with family members who are currently outside of the United States, particularly those in Afghanistan. It concludes with policy recommendations to improve family-based immigration for Afghans.
The report is based on reports, government data, and interviews with U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants (USCRI) staff and partners, such as Human Rights First.
Click here to download the full Report.
USCRI, founded in 1911, is a non-governmental, not-for-profit international organization committed to working on behalf of refugees and immigrants and their transition to a dignified life.
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Source of original article: U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants (refugees.org).
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