Different means of entry
Not all immigrants apply for visas, some immigrants are authorized to come because they are refugees or are granted humanitarian parole. Other means of entry include:
Asylum- Refugees who face harm or persecution in their native countries can ask for asylum. Visit the USCIS website to learn if you or a loved one are eligible for asylum.
Humanitarian parole- Humanitarian parole is a temporary immigration status granted to immigrants who live in countries that have been deemed unsafe because of a natural disaster or violence. The USCIS has a list of the countries where the citizens are eligible for humanitarian parole.
Risks of illegal immigration in Iowa
Every country has an issue with illegal immigration. Individuals cross borders without authorization or stay after their visa has expired and because they are undocumented they face many challenges. Undocumented immigrants are unable to enjoy their lives because they live under the constant risk of being detained or deported.
Iowa cooperates in a federal program called Secure Communities. The purpose of the program is to locate any undocumented immigrants taken into police custody so they can be held for immigration officials and deported. The consequences associated with illegal immigration include incarceration, costly fines and the possibility of being prohibited from entering the U.S in the future. USAttorneys recommends you speak with an immigration lawyer near your Iowa location to explain the consequences of unauthorized immigration and explore the different means you have for legal entry.
