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October 4, 2012  

DHS Announces Taiwan’s Designation into the Visa Waiver Program

VIA DHS Press Office
WASHINGTON – Secretary of Homeland Security Janet Napolitano today announced the designation of Taiwan into the Visa Waiver Program (VWP) – streamlining travel for thousands of eligible Taiwan passport holders, while maintaining strong security standards.
September 26, 2012  

NFAP Report: DOL Threatens Personal and Commercial Privacy in Proposal Directed Against Skilled Foreign Nationals

The recently released National Foundation for American Policy (NFAP) report underscores the severe consequences that will result if the U.S. Department of Labor’s proposed changes to form ETA 9035 (LCA) are implemented.

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September 26, 2012  

The Department of Homeland Security’s 2011 Yearbook of Immigration Statistics – data on legal permanent residents, refugees and asylees, naturalizations, nonimmigrant admissions, and enforcement actions.

Via dhs.gov

The Yearbook of Immigration Statistics is a compendium of tables that provides data on foreign nationals who, during a fiscal year, were granted lawful permanent residence (i.e., admitted as immigrants or became legal permanent residents), were admitted into the United States on a temporary basis (e.g., tourists, students, or workers), applied for asylum or refugee status, or were naturalized. The Yearbook also presents data on immigration enforcement actions, including alien apprehensions, removals, and returns. The Yearbook tables are released as they become available. A final PDF is released in September of the following fiscal year.

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June 20, 2012  

INFORMATION ON PRESIDENT OBAMA’S RECENTLY ANNOUNCED DEFERRED ACTION PROGRAM ENABLING LEGAL STATUS FOR CERTAIN YOUNG IMMIGRANTS

Jacksonville, FL – Immigration lawyer Ashwin Sharma welcomed the Administration’s recent announcement that younger immigrants may be eligible for “Deferred Action” and work authorization. The policy will grant qualified immigrants the opportunity to live free from fear of deportation and allow them to work legally. This is an exciting new development which brings hope to immigrants and their families. It is not, however, a permanent fix and does not grant permanent legal status to anyone.

To qualify, an individual must:

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April 1, 2011  

U.S. Legal Permanent Residents: 2010 (.pdf)

This Office of Immigration Statistics Annual Flow Report presents information obtained from applications for LPR status on the number and characteristics of persons who became LPRs in the United States during FY 2010.


December 21, 2009  

U.S. Customs and Border Protection – Travel Information for International Visitors


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Information for visitors to the United States who are coming to work, study, conduct business or to immigrate.


- Admission into United States
- 06/22/2009
Frequently asked questions about the admission process for entering into the United States.
arrow Air Travelfeatured see also
If you are traveling by plane to Mexico or Canada, please keep in mind that all travelers, including U.S. and Canadian citizens, are required to have a passport or other accepted form of documentation to enter or depart the United States.
- Automatic Revalidation: Valid I-94, Expired Non-Immigrant Visa
- 05/11/2009
Nationals of Iran, Syria, Sudan and Cuba are not eligible for automatic revalidation of expired visas.
Automatic Revalidation: Valid I-94, Expired Non-Immigrant Visa - pdf versionpdf – 23 KB.
- Bringing Food into the U.S.
- 03/21/2008
arrow Useful Information for Canadian and Mexican Travelers
- Six Month Club Updatefeatured see also
- 03/10/2009
For Accessibility Information: OPA508CONTACT@cbp.dhs.gov
Six Month Club Update - pdf versionpdf – 52 KB.
arrow Clearing CBPfeatured see also
arrow Electronic System for Travel Authorization
- Form I-192, Application for Advance Permission to Enter as a Non-Immigrant and Inadmissible Canadian Information
- 12/07/2009
- Immigration
Procedures, forms, and basic requirements immigrants need to enter the United States.
- Issuance of a Visa and Authorization for Temporary Admission into the United States for Certain Non-Immigrant Aliens Infected with HIV Final Rule
- 10/06/2008
arrow I-94 and I-94W
- 06/15/2009
- I-192, Application for Advance Permission to Enter as Nonimmigrantfeatured see also (offsite link)
04/08/2008
arrow Lawful Permanent Residents (LPR)
arrow NSEERS
arrow Temporary Residents for Work or Study
- Transiting the U.S. - TWOV and ITI Programs
- 10/02/2007
arrow Visa Waiver Programfeatured see also
arrow Visiting for Business or Pleasure

December 21, 2009  

Global Entry Program

Global Entry is a pilot program managed by U.S. Customs and Border Protection which allows pre-approved, low-risk travelers expedited clearance upon arrival into the United States. Although this program is intended for “frequent travelers” who make several international trips per year, there is no minimum number of trips an applicant must make in order to qualify. Participants may enter the United States by utilizing automated kiosks located, at the following airports:

  • Boston-Logan International Airport (BOS)
  • Chicago O’Hare International Airport (ORD)
  • Dallas/Ft. Worth International Airport (DFW)
  • Detroit Metropolitan Airport (DTW)
  • Ft. Lauderdale Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
  • George Bush Intercontinental Airport, Houston (IAH)
  • Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
  • Honolulu International Airport (HNL)
  • John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
  • McCarran International Airport, Las Vegas (LAS)
  • Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
  • Miami International Airport (MIA)
  • Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
  • Orlando International Airport (MCO)
  • Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
  • San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
  • San Juan-Luis Múñoz Marin International Airport (SJU)
  • Orlando-Sanford International Airport (SFB)
  • Seattle-Tacoma International Airport-SeaTac (SEA)
  • Washington-Dulles International Airport (IAD)

The process requires participants to present their machine-readable U.S. passport or permanent resident card, submit their fingerprints for biometric verification, and make a customs declaration at the kiosk’s touch-screen. Upon successful completion of the Global Entry process at the kiosk, the traveler is issued a transaction receipt and directed to baggage claim and the exit, unless chosen for a selective or random secondary referral.

Travelers must be pre-approved before they can participate in the pilot program. All applicants will undergo a rigorous background check and be interviewed by a CBP officer before they are enrolled. Automated enforcement checks will occur each time the member uses the kiosk to enter the United States. Although pre-approved for the program and determined to be low risk, members of Global Entry may be examined at any time when entering the United States.

Members entering the United States must complete the declaration questions prompted by the kiosk. If bringing items that must be declared, after completion of the kiosk transaction, the member will be directed to see a CBP officer.

Global Entry has a zero tolerance policy for violations. If a Global Entry member violates any of the terms and conditions, CBP officers will take appropriate enforcement action and will cancel the person’s membership privileges. The application fee is non-refundable.

What Are the Benefits of Global Entry?
The benefits are:

  • Bypass the traditional passport control line.
  • No more filling out a paper customs declaration form.
  • Expedited exit process.
  • Mutual benefits with other countries.
  • Conveniently located at airports throughout the country.
  • Cross the border with a minimum of customs and immigration questioning.
  • Although this program is intended for frequent travelers, there is no minimum number of trips that must be completed.

Global Entry allows applicants to complete a single application and pay one fee. This form can be submitted online via the Global Online Enrollment System (GOES. Qualified applicants are required to come to a Global Entry Enrollment Center, for an interview). Global Entry allows United States border agencies to concentrate their efforts on potentially higher-risk travelers and goods, which helps to ensure the security and integrity of our borders.

Who May Apply for Global Entry?

  • Individuals who are 14 years of age and older who are U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, U.S. Lawful Permanent Residents, or citizens of certain other countries.

*Note: If enrolled parents are traveling with children under 14 and clearing as a family, they may not use the kiosk and must clear using the regular passport control process.

However, individuals may not qualify if they:

  • Are inadmissible to the United States under applicable immigration laws;
  • Provide false or incomplete information on their application;
  • Have been convicted of a criminal offense in any country;
  • Have been found in violation of customs or immigration laws; or
  • Fail to meet other Global Entry requirements.

If an individual does not meet the requirements of Global Entry, their application will be denied.

Fee
Applications must be completed and submitted online through the Global Online Enrollment System (GOES). ( GOES ) A non-refundable $100 fee will be collected before the submission of the application. If an applicant is denied participation, he/she will not receive a refund of the $100. NEXUS and SENTRI members may activate membership in Global Entry at no additional fee.

Inquiries
Applicants who are not accepted into the Global Entry pilot have three channels for forwarding their inquiries: a) directly with the enrollment center; b) DHS Travelers Redress Inquiry Program (DHS TRIP); and c) the CBP Trusted Traveler Ombudsman. Please see the DHS Traveler Redress Inquiry Program page for more information on how to seek redress. (DHS Traveler Redress Inquiry Program )

Consistent with privacy law and national security considerations, DHS and CBP may not reveal the specific reason for an applicant’s denial in either the initial notification or the redress process depending on the circumstances of a particular case.


Global Entry Program   get RSS feed for Global Entry Program
Global Entry Kiosks
Your Ticket to Get Out of Line…
Global Entry is your express pass to process through the United States’ international arrival areas. Automated kiosks are designed to process pre-approved, low-risk international travelers who qualify.


- Video: Global Entry Public Service Announcementfeatured see also
- 11/20/2009
wmv file: 4,864 KB
- Global Entry: Step by Step Online Application Instructions
- 08/20/2008
Please print prior to logging onto GOES
For Accessibility Information: OFO508CONTACT@cbp.dhs.gov
Global Entry: Step by Step Online Application Instructions - pdf versionpdf – 3,086 KB.
- Global Entry Enrollment Center and Kiosk Locations
- 11/09/2009
- Global Entry with Expedited Entry into the Netherlands
- 05/05/2009
Current U.S. Citizen Global Entry members can qualify for participation in Privium, the Netherlands’ trusted traveler program.
- Global Entry Program Overview
- 11/04/2009
- Apply Online for Global Entryfeatured see also (offsite link)
- NEXUS and SENTRI Members that are US Citizens or US Lawful Permanent Residents May Utilize the Global Entry Kiosks
- 11/09/2009
- Instructions to Use Kiosk
- 08/10/2009
For Accessibility Information: OFO508CONTACT@cbp.dhs.gov
Instructions to Use Kiosk - pdf versionpdf – 183 KB.
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- Global Entry Information
- 11/20/2009
Printed materials available for download

December 21, 2009  

DHS Traveler Redress Inquiry Program (DHS TRIP)


DHS Traveler Redress Inquiry Program (DHS TRIP)

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The Department of Homeland Security’s Travel Redress Inquiry Program (DHS TRIP) is a single point of contact for individuals who have inquiries or seek resolution regarding difficulties they experienced during their travel screening at transportation hubs–like airports and train stations–or crossing U.S. borders, including:

  • denied or delayed airline boarding
  • denied or delayed entry into and exit from the U.S. at a port of entry or border checkpoint
  • continuously referred to additional (secondary) screening

Why DHS TRIP?

DHS TRIP is a central gateway to address

  • watch list misidentification issues
  • situations where travelers believe they have faced screening problems at ports of entry
  • situations where travelers believe they have been unfairly or incorrectly delayed, denied boardin
    g or identified for additional screening at our nation’s transportation hubs

DHS TRIP is part of an effort by the State Department and Homeland Security to welcome legitimate travelers while still securing our country from those who want to do us harm.

Who is DHS TRIP for?

People who have been repeatedly identified for additional screening can file an inquiry to have erroneous information corrected in DHS systems.

How does DHS TRIP work?

DHS TRIP is the central processing point for redress inquiries. Requests received online are routed for redress to the appropriate DHS components. Components will review the request and reach a determination about a traveler’s status.

How is the information used?

The Department of Homeland Security safeguards the privacy of any personal information that you provide in your inquiry to DHS TRIP. The information that you provide will be used to process your request for redress. More information on DHS TRIP and your privacy.

Getting started with DHS TRIP

Learn more about TRIP and make an inquiry online.

» Go to DHS TRIP

 

This page was last reviewed / modified on November 9, 2009.

March 27, 2009  

DHS Office of Immigration Statistics Report on LPRs for 2008

<a href="/files/4941-4844/__1LPR.pdf”>DHS Office of Immigration Statistics Report on LPRs for 2008

February 19, 2009  

Secretary Napolitano Issues Bold Efficiency Review Initiative

Via DHS.gov

Release Date: February 17, 2009


For Immediate Release
Office of the Press Secretary
Contact: 202-282-8010


U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Janet Napolitano announced today a department-wide action directive challenging every agency, component and office to generate new efficiencies and to promote greater accountability, transparency and customer satisfaction.


“Developing a leaner, smarter and more efficient DHS is a responsibility shared by all agencies, offices and employees across the department,” said Secretary Janet Napolitano. “Transforming DHS will require significant effort and input on everyone’s behalf. But through a unified and sustained effort, we will make lasting and meaningful improvements.”


An Efficiency Review Initiative Steering Committee, composed of key office and component leadership, will be established to coordinate this DHS-wide initiative. The Steering Committee, which will have its initial meeting before the end of the month, will identify and develop strategies to reduce costs, streamline processes, eliminate duplication and improve transparency and customer service.


The action directive requires each agency to initiate an internal review of current efforts related to improving efficiency, which will be incorporated into a department-wide inventory.


When she was Governor of Arizona, Napolitano oversaw a similar initiative resulting in more than $1 billion in savings and cost avoidances for the state government focused on procurement, energy conservation, travel, fleet management, training and electronic communications. 


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February 19, 2009  

Resources for New Immigrants

VIA USCIS.gov

Resources for New Immigrants



"Welcome to the United States" collage

The United States has a long history of welcoming immigrants from all over the world. We value the contributions of immigrants, who continue to enrich this country and preserve its legacy as a land of freedom and opportunity. Though we are a nation of diverse cultures and backgrounds, we are bound by our shared history, the common civic values set forth in our founding documents, and the English language.


USCIS is committed to helping immigrants successfully integrate into American civic culture. Through the landmark publication Welcome to the United States: A Guide for New Immigrants, USCIS offers a comprehensive guide containing practical information to help immigrants settle into everyday life in the United States, as well as basic civics information that introduces new immigrants to the U.S. system of government. Welcome to the United States: A Guide for New Immigrants is available online in English, Spanish, Chinese, Arabic, French, Haitian Creole, Korean, Polish, Portuguese, Russian, Tagalog, Urdu, and Vietnamese. New permanent residents can request a free copy of the guide in English (Form M-618), Spanish (Form M-618-S), or Chinese (Form M-618-C) from the USCIS Forms Line by calling 1-800-870-3676.


Welcome to the United States is also available for purchase in English, Spanish, and Chinese through the U.S. Government Printing Office (GPO). To order a print version of this publication, follow the GPO link to the right or call 1-866-512-1800 (toll-free) or 202-512-1800 if you live in the Washington, DC metro area.
 


*This guide contains information on a variety of topics that are not within the jurisdiction of DHS/USCIS. If you have a question about a non DHS/USCIS issue, please refer directly to the responsible agency or organization for the most current information. The information in this guide is correct at the time of publication; however it may change in the future.


This page can be found at <a href="http://www.uscis.gov/newimmigrants

“>www.uscis.gov/newimmigrants




January 25, 2009  

Department of Homeland Security Facts regarding the Crossing of U.S. Borders

Department of Homeland Security Facts regarding the Crossing of U.S. Borders

January 24, 2009  

Immigration Statistics 2007 – Via the Department of Homeland Security

Immigration Enforcement Actions: 2007 (PDF – 4 pages – 181.99 KB)
This report presents information on the apprehension, detention, return
and removal of foreign nationals during fiscal year 2007.

Estimates of the Unauthorized Immigrant Population Residing in the United States: January 2007 (PDF – 7 pages - 258 KB)
This report provides estimates of the unauthorized immigrant population
residing in the United States as of January 2007 for periods of entry
and leading countries of birth and states of residence.

Nonimmigrant Admissions to the United States: 2007  (PDF, 10 pages - 297 KB)
This report examines the number and characteristics of nonimmigrant admissions in fiscal year 2007.

Data on Nonimmigrant Admissions.
Access data on nonimmigrant admissions by class, country, and other characteristics for fiscal year 2007.

Refugees and Asylees: 2007 (PDF, 6 pages - 413 KB)
This report presents information on the number and characteristics of
persons admitted as refugees or granted asylum to the United States in
fiscal year 2007.

Data on Refugees and Asylees.
Access data on persons admitted as refugees or granted asylum in fiscal year 2007 by several characteristics.

Yearbook of Immigration Statistics

2007 Yearbook of Immigration Statistics
 The Yearbook is a compendium of tables that
provides data on foreign nationals who, during fiscal year 2007, were
granted lawful permanent residence, were admitted into the United
States on a temporary basis, applied for asylum or refugee status, or
were naturalized. The Yearbook also presents data on immigration law enforcement actions.

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