List of Green Card Categories and What They Mean

fickeymartinez • September 3, 2020

What is a Green Card Category?

The Category or Code of a Green Card represents the lawful permanent resident’s (LPR’s) or conditional permanent resident’s (CR’s) class of admission.

The letter(s) indicates a broad category and the number(s) indicates the order and relationship in the category.

The Category can be found on the Lawful Permanent Resident Card (more commonly known as LPR Card or Green Card).

List of Green Card Categories:

A11  Unmarried Amerasian son or daughter of a U.S. citizen born in Cambodia, Korea, Laos, Thailand, or Vietnam. Sec. 203(a)(1) of the INA and 204(g) as added by PL-97-359 (Oct. 22, 1982)- ((entered with IV))

A12  Child of an alien classified as A11 or A16. Sec. 203(d) of the INA and 204(g) as added by PL-97-359 (Oct. 22, 1982) – ((entered with IV))

A16  Unmarried Amerasian son or daughter of a U.S. citizen born in Cambodia, Korea, Laos, Thailand, or Vietnam. Sec. 203(a)(1) of the INA and 204(g) as added by PL-97-359 (Oct. 22, 1982) – ((Adjusted status))

A17  Child of an alien classified as A11 or A16. Sec. 203(d) of the INA and 204(g) as added by PL-97-359 (Oct. 22, 1982) – ((Adjusted status))

A31  Married Amerasian son or daughter of a U.S. citizen born in Cambodia, Korea, Laos, Thailand, or Vietnam. Sec. 203(a)(3) of the INA and 204(g) as added by PL-97-359 (Oct. 22, 1982) – ((entered with IV))

A32  Spouse of an alien classified as A31 or A36. Sec. 203(d) of the INA and 204(g) as added by PL-97-359 (Oct. 22, 1982) – ((entered with IV))

A33  Child of an alien classified as A31 or A36. Sec. 203(d) of the INA and 204(g) as added by PL-97-359 (Oct. 22, 1982) – ((entered with IV))

A36  Married Amerasian son or daughter of a U.S. citizen born in Cambodia, Korea, Laos, Thailand, or Vietnam. Sec. 203(a)(3) of the INA and 204(g) as added by PL-97-359 (Oct. 22, 1982) – ((Adjusted status))

A37  Spouse of an alien classified as A31 or A36. Sec. 203(d) of the INA and 204(g) as added by PL-97-359 (Oct. 22, 1982) – ((Adjusted status))

A38  Child of an alien classified as A31 or A36. Sec. 203(d) of the INA and 204(g) as added by PL-97-359 (Oct. 22, 1982) – ((Adjusted status))

AA1  Native of certain adversely affected foreign states (Diversity Transition). Sec. 132 of PL-101-649 (Nov. 29, 1990) – ((entered with IV))

AA2  Spouse of an alien classified as AA1 or AA6. Sec. 132 of PL-101-649 (Nov. 29, 1990) – ((entered with IV))

AA3  Child of an alien classified as AA1 or AA6. Sec. 132 of PL-101-649 (Nov. 29, 1990) – ((entered with IV))

AA6  Native of certain adversely affected foreign states (Diversity Transition). Sec. 132 of PL-101-649 (Nov. 29, 1990) – ((Adjusted status))

AA7  Spouse of an alien classified as AA1 or AA6. Sec. 132 of PL-101-649 (Nov. 29, 1990) – ((Adjusted status))

AA8  Child of an alien classified as AA1 or AA6. Sec. 132 of PL-101-649 (Nov. 29, 1990) – ((Adjusted status))

AM1  Amerasian born in Vietnam after Jan. 1, 1962 and before Jan. 1, 1976, who was fathered by a U.S. citizen. Sec. 584(b)(1)(- ((Adjusted status))) of PL-100-202 (Dec. 22, 1987) – ((entered with IV))

AM2  Spouse or child of an alien classified as AM1 or AM6. Sec. 584(b)(1)(B) of PL-100-202 (Dec. 22, 1987) – ((entered with IV))

AM3  Mother, guardian, or next-of-kin of an alien classified as AM1 or AM6, and spouse/child of the mother, guardian, or next-of-kin. Sec. 584(b)(1)(C) of PL-100-202 (Dec. 22, 1987) – ((entered with IV))

AM6  Amerasian born in Vietnam after Jan. 1, 1962 and before Jan. 1, 1976, who was fathered by a U.S. citizen. Sec. 584(b)(1)(- ((Adjusted status))) of PL-100-202 (Dec. 22, 1987) – ((Adjusted status))

AM7  Spouse or child of an alien classified as AM1 or AM6. Sec. 584(b)(1)(B) of PL-100-202 (Dec. 22, 1987) – ((Adjusted status))

AM8  Mother, guardian, or next-of-kin of an alien classified as AM1 or AM6, and spouse/child of the mother, guardian, or next-of-kin. Sec. 584(b)(1)(C) of PL-100-202 (Dec. 22, 1987) – ((Adjusted status))

AR1  Amerasian child of a U.S. citizen born in Cambodia, Korea, Laos, Thailand, or Vietnam (immediate relative child). Sec. 201(b)(2)(- ((Adjusted status)))(i) of the INA and 204(g) as added by PL-97-359 (Oct. 22, 1982) – ((entered with IV))

AR6  Amerasian child of a U.S. citizen born in Cambodia, Korea, Laos, Thailand, or Vietnam (immediate relative child). Sec. 201(b)(2)(A)(i) of the INA and 204(g) as added by PL-97-359 (Oct. 22, 1982) – ((Adjusted status))

AS6  Asylee principal. Sec. 209(b) of the INA as added by PL-96- 212 (Mar. 17, 1980) – ((Adjusted status))

AS7  Spouse of an alien classified as AS6. Sec. 209(b) of the INA as added by PL-96- 212 (Mar. 17, 1980) – ((Adjusted status))

AS8  Child of an alien classified as AS6. Sec. 209(b) of the INA as added by PL-96-212 (Mar. 17, 1980) – ((Adjusted status))

B11  Self-petition unmarried son/daughter of U.S. citizen. Sec. 40701 of PL-103-322 (Sept. 13, 1994) – ((entered with IV))

B12  Child of an alien classified as B11 or B16. Sec. 40701 of PL-103-322 (Sept. 13, 1994) – ((entered with IV))

B16  Self-petition unmarried son/daughter of U.S. citizen. Sec. 40701 of PL-103-322 (Sept. 13, 1994) – ((Adjusted status))

B17  Child of an alien classified as B11 or B16. Sec. 40701 of PL-103-322 (Sept. 13, 1994) – ((Adjusted status))

B20  Child of an alien classified as B24 or B29. Sec. 40701 of PL-103-322 (Sept. 13, 1994) – ((Adjusted status))

B21  Self-petition spouse of legal permanent resident. Sec. 40701 of PL-103-322 (Sept. 13, 1994) – ((entered with IV))

B22  Self-petition child of legal permanent resident. Sec. 40701 of PL-103-322 (Sept. 13, 1994) – ((entered with IV)) FY 2000

B23  Child of an alien classified as B21, B22, B26, or B27.Sec. 40701 of PL-103-322 (Sept. 13, 1994) – ((entered with IV))

B24  Self-petition unmarried son/daughter of legal permanent resident. Sec. 40701 of PL-103-322 (Sept. 13, 1994) – ((entered with IV))

B25  Child of an alien classified as B24 or B29. Sec. 40701 of PL-103-322 (Sept. 13, 1994) – ((entered with IV))

B26  Self-petition spouse of legal permanent resident. Sec. 40701 of PL-103-322 (Sept. 13, 1994) – ((Adjusted status))

B27  Self-petition child of legal permanent resident. Sec. 40701 of PL-103-322 (Sept. 13, 1994) – ((Adjusted status))

B28  Child of an alien classified as B21, B22, B26, or B27. Sec. 40701 of PL-103-322 (Sept. 13, 1994) – ((Adjusted status))

B29  Self-petition unmarried son/daughter of legal permanent resident. Sec. 40701 of PL-103-322 (Sept. 13, 1994) – ((Adjusted status))

B31  Self-petition married son/daughter of U.S. citizen. Sec. 40701 of PL-103-322 (Sept. 13, 1994) – ((entered with IV))

B32  Spouse of an alien classified as B31 or B36. Sec. 40701 of PL-103-322 (Sept. 13, 1994) – ((entered with IV))

B33  Child of an alien classified as B31 or B36. Sec. 40701 of PL-103-322 (Sept. 13, 1994) – ((entered with IV))

B36  Self-petition married son/daughter of U.S. citizen. Sec. 40701 of PL-103-322 (Sept. 13, 1994) – ((Adjusted status))

B37  Spouse of an alien classified as B31 or B36. Sec. 40701 of PL-103-322 (Sept. 13, 1994) – ((Adjusted status))

B38  Child of an alien classified as B31 or B36. Sec. 40701 of PL-103-322 (Sept. 13, 1994) – ((Adjusted status))

BC1  Alien entering the United States to work as broadcaster or for a grantee for the IBCB of BBG Sec. 101(a)(27) of the INA as added by PL-106-536 (Nov. 22, 2000) International Broadcasting Bureau of the Broadcasting Board of Governors (IBCB of BBG) – ((entered with IV)) FY 2001

BC2  (IBCB of BBG) Spouse of BC1 Sec. 101(a)(27) of the INA as added by PL-106- 536 Nov. 22, 2000)International Broadcasting Bureau of the Broadcasting Board of Governors (IBCB of BBG) – ((entered with IV)) FY 2001

BC3  ( IBCB of BBG) Child of BC1 Sec. 101(a)(27) of the INA as added by PL-106- 536 Nov. 22, 2000)International Broadcasting Bureau of the Broadcasting Board of Governors (IBCB of BBG) – ((entered with IV)) FY 2001

BC6  Alien entering the United States to work as broadcaster or for a grantee for the IBCB of BBG Sec. 101(a)(27) of the INA as added by PL-106- 536 (Nov. 22, 2000) International Broadcasting Bureau of the Broadcasting Board of Governors (IBCB of BBG) – ((Adjusted status)) FY 2001

BC7  (IBCB of BBG) Spouse of BC6 Sec. 101(a)(27) of the INA as added by PL-106- 536 Nov. 22, 2000) International Broadcasting Bureau of the Broadcasting Board of Governors (IBCB of BBG) – ((Adjusted status)) FY 2001

BC8  (IBCB of BBG) Child of BC6 Sec. 101(a)(27) of the INA as added by PL-106- 536 Nov. 22, 2000) International Broadcasting Bureau of the Broadcasting Board of Governors (IBCB of BBG) – ((Adjusted status)) FY 2001

BX1  Self-petition spouse of legal permanent resident – exempt. Sec. 40701 of PL-103-322 (Sept. 13, 1994) – ((entered with IV))

BX2  Self-petition child of legal permanent resident – exempt. Sec. 40701 of PL-103-322 (Sept. 13, 1994) – ((entered with IV))

BX3  Child of an alien classified as BX1, BX2, BX6, or BX7. Sec. 40701 of PL-103-322 (Sept. 13, 1994) – ((entered with IV))

BX6  Self-petition spouse of legal permanent resident – exempt. Sec. 40701 of PL-103-322 (Sept. 13, 1994) – ((Adjusted status))

BX7  Self-petition child of legal permanent resident – exempt. Sec. 40701 of PL-103-322 (Sept. 13, 1994) – ((Adjusted status))

BX8  Child of an alien classified as BX1, BX2, BX6, or BX7. Sec. 40701 of PL-103-322 (Sept. 13, 1994) – ((Adjusted status))

C20  Child of an alien classified as C24 or C29 – conditional. Sec. 203(d) of the INA and 216 as added by PL-99-639 (Nov. 10, 1986) – ((Adjusted status))

C21  Spouse of a lawful permanent resident alien (subject to country limitations) – conditional. Sec. 203(a)(2)(- ((Adjusted status))) of the INA and 216 as added by PL-99-639 (Nov. 10, 1986) – ((entered with IV))

C22  Step-child (under 21 years of age) of a lawful permanent resident alien (subject to country limitations) – conditional. Sec. 203(a)(2)(- ((Adjusted status))) of the INA and 216 as added by PL-99-639 (Nov. 10, 1986) – ((entered with IV))

C23  Child of an alien classified as C21, C22, C26, or C27 (subject to country limitations) – conditional. Sec. 203(d) of the INA and 216 as added by PL-99-639 (Nov. 10, 1986) – ((entered with IV))

C24  Unmarried son or daughter (21 years of age or older) who is a step-child of a lawful permanent resident alien (subject to country limitations) – conditional. Sec. 203(a)(2)(B) of the INA and 216 as added by PL-99-639 (Nov. 10, 1986) – ((entered with IV))

C25  Child of an alien classified as C24 or C29 – conditional. Sec. 203(d) of the INA and 216 as added by PL-99-639 (Nov. 10, 1986) – ((entered with IV))

C26  Spouse of a lawful permanent resident alien (subject to country limitations) – conditional. Sec. 203(a)(2)(- ((Adjusted status))) of the INA and 216 as added by PL-99-639 (Nov. 10, 1986) – ((Adjusted status))

C27  Step-child (under 21 years of age) of a lawful permanent resident alien (subject to country limitations) – conditional. Sec. 203(a)(2)(- ((Adjusted status))) of the INA and 216 as added by PL-99-639 (Nov. 10, 1986) – ((Adjusted status))

C28  Child of an alien classified as C21, C22, C26, or C27 (subject to country limitations) – conditional. Sec. 203(d) of the INA and 216 as added by PL-99-639 (Nov. 10, 1986)

C29  Unmarried son or daughter (21 years of age or older) who is a step-child of a lawful permanent resident alien (subject to country limitations) -conditional. Sec. 203(a)(2)(B) of the INA and 216 as added by PL-99-639 (Nov. 10, 1986) – ((Adjusted status))

C31  Married son or daughter who is a step-child of a U.S. citizen – conditional. Sec. 203(a)(3) of the INA and 216 as added by PL-99-639 (Nov. 10, 1986) – ((entered with IV))

C32  Spouse of an alien classified as C31 or C36 -conditional. Sec. 203(d) of the INA and 216 as added by PL-99-639 (Nov. 10, 1986) – ((entered with IV))

C33  Child of an alien classified as C31 or C36 -conditional. Sec. 203(d) of the INA and 216 as added by PL-99-639 (Nov. 10, 1986) – ((entered with IV))

C36  Married son or daughter who is a step-child of a U.S. citizen – conditional. Sec. 203(a)(3) of the INA and 216 as added by PL-99-639 (Nov. 10, 1986) – ((Adjusted status))

C37  Spouse of an alien classified as C31 or C36 – conditional. Sec. 203(d) of the INA and 216 as added by PL-99-639 (Nov. 10, 1986) – ((Adjusted status))

C38  Child of an alien classified as C31 or C36 -conditional. Sec. 203(d) of the INA and 216 as added by PL-99-639 (Nov. 10, 1986) – ((Adjusted status))

C51  Employment creation immigrant (not in targeted area) – conditional. Sec. 203(b)(5)(- ((Adjusted status))) of the INA – ((entered with IV))

C52  Spouse of an alien classified as C51 or C56 (not in targeted area) – conditional. Sec. 203(d) of the INA – ((entered with IV))

C53  Child of an alien classified as C51 or C56 (not in targeted area) – conditional. Sec. 203(d) of the INA – ((entered with IV))

C56  Employment creation immigrant (not in targeted area) – conditional. Sec. 203(b)(5)(- ((Adjusted status))) of the INA – ((Adjusted status))

C57  Spouse of an alien classified as C51 or C56 (not in targeted area) – conditional. Sec. 203(d) of the INA – ((Adjusted status))

C58  Child of an alien classified as C51 or C56 (not in targeted area) – conditional. Sec. 203(d) of the INA – ((Adjusted status))

CB1  Spouse of an alien granted legalization under Sections 210, 245A of the INA, or Sec. 202 of PL-99-603 (Cuban-Haitian entrant) – conditional. Sec. 112 of PL-101-649 (Nov. 29, 1990) and 216 as added by PL-99-639 (Nov. 10, 1986) – ((entered with IV))

CB2  Child of alien granted legalization under Sections 210, 245A of the INA, or Sec. 202 of PL-99-603 (Cuban-Haitian entrant) -conditional. Sec. 112 of PL-101-649 (Nov. 29, 1990) and 216 as added by PL-99-639 (Nov. 10, 1986) – ((entered with IV))

CB6  Spouse of an alien granted legalization under Sections 210, 245A of the INA, or Sec. 202 of PL-99-603 (Cuban-Haitian entrant) – conditional. Sec. 112 of PL-101-649 (Nov. 29, 1990) and 216 as added by PL-99-639 (Nov. 10, 1986) – ((Adjusted status))

CB7  Child of alien granted legalization under Sections 210, 245A of the INA, or Sec. 202 of PL-99-603 (Cuban-Haitian entrant) -conditional. Sec. 112 of PL-101-649 (Nov. 29, 1990) and 216 as added by PL-99-639 (Nov. 10, 1986) – ((Adjusted status)) FY 2000

CF1  Alien whose record of admission is created upon the conclusion of a valid marriage contract after entering as a fiance or fiancée of a U.S. citizen -conditional. Sec. 214(d) of the INA and 216 as added by PL-99-639 (Nov. 10, 1986) – ((Adjusted status))

CF2  Minor step-child of an alien classified as CF1 -conditional. Sec. 214(d) of the INA and 216 as added by PL-99-639 (Nov. 10, 1986) – ((Adjusted status))

CH6  Cuban-Haitian entrant. Sec. 202 of PL-99-603 (Nov. 6, 1986) – ((Adjusted status))

CR1  Spouse of a U.S. citizen – conditional. Sec. 201(b)(2)(- ((Adjusted status)))(i) of the INA and 216 as added by PL-99-639 (Nov. 10, 1986) – ((entered with IV))

CR2  Step-child of a U.S. citizen – conditional. Sec. 201(b)(2)(- ((Adjusted status)))(i) of the INA and 216 as added by PL-99-639 (Nov. 10, 1986) – ((entered with IV))

CR6  Spouse of a U.S. citizen – conditional. Sec. 201(b)(2)(- ((Adjusted status)))(i) of the INA and 216 as added by PL-99-639 (Nov. 10, 1986)- ((Adjusted status))

CR7  Step-child of a U.S. citizen – conditional. Sec. 201(b)(2)(- ((Adjusted status)))(i) of the INA and 216 as added by PL-99-639 (Nov. 10, 1986) – ((Adjusted status))

CU6  Cuban refugee. Sec. 1 of PL-89-732 (Nov. 2, 1966) as amended by PL-94-571 (Oct. 20, 1976) – ((Adjusted status))

CU7  Non-Cuban spouse/child of an alien classified as a CU6.Sec. 1 of PL-89-732 (Nov. 2, 1966) as amended by PL-94-571 (Oct. 20, 1976) – ((Adjusted status))

CX1  Spouse of a lawful permanent resident alien(exempt from country limitations)- conditional. Sec. 203(a)(2)(- ((Adjusted status))) of the INA and 216 as added by PL-99-639 (Nov. 10, 1986) – ((entered with IV))

CX2  Step-child (under 21 years of age) of a lawful permanent resident alien (exempt from country limitations) – conditional. Sec. 203(a)(2)(- ((Adjusted status))) of the INA and 216 as added by PL-99-639 (Nov. 10, 1986) – ((entered with IV))

CX3  Child of an alien classified as CX2 or CX7 (exempt from country limitations) – conditional. Sec. 203(d) of the INA and 216 as added by PL-99-639 (Nov. 10, 1986) – ((entered with IV))

CX6  Spouse of a lawful permanent resident alien(exempt from country limitations)- conditional. Sec. 203(a)(2)(- ((Adjusted status))) of the INA and 216 as added by PL-99-639 (Nov. 10, 1986) – ((Adjusted status))

CX7  Step-child (under 21 years of age) of a lawful permanent resident alien (exempt from country limitations) – conditional. Sec. 203(a)(2)(- ((Adjusted status))) of the INA and 216 as added by PL-99-639 (Nov. 10, 1986) – ((Adjusted status))

CX8  Child of an alien classified as CX2 or CX7 (exempt from country limitations) – conditional. Sec. 203(d) of the INA and 216 as added by PL-99-639 (Nov. 10, 1986) – ((Adjusted status))

DS1  Creation of a record of lawful permanent resident status for individuals born under diplomatic status in the United States. 8 CFR 101.3 as revised effective Feb. 10, 1982 (Federal Register, Vol. 47, p. 940: Jan. 8, 1982) – ((Adjusted status))

DT1  Natives of Tibet who have continuously resided in Nepal or India (Displaced Tibetan). Sec. 134 of PL-101-649 (Nov. 29, 1990) – ((entered with IV))

DT2  Spouse of an alien classified as DT1 or DT6. Sec. 134 of PL-101-649 (Nov. 29, 1990) – ((entered with IV))

DT3  Child of an alien classified as DT1 or DT6. Sec. 134 of PL-101-649 (Nov. 29, 1990) – ((entered with IV))

DT6  Natives of Tibet who have continuously resided in Nepal or India (Displaced Tibetan). Sec. 134 of PL-101-649 (Nov. 29, 1990) – ((Adjusted status))

DT7  Spouse of an alien classified as DT1 or DT6. Sec. 134 of PL-101-649 (Nov. 29, 1990) – ((Adjusted status))

DT8  Child of an alien classified as DT1 or DT6. Sec. 134 of PL-101-649 (Nov. 29, 1990) – ((Adjusted status))

DV1  Diversity immigrant. Sec. 201 and 203(c) of the INA as amended by PL-101-649 (Nov. 29, 1990) – ((entered with IV))

DV2  Spouse of an alien classified as DV1 or DV6. Sec. 201 and 203(c) of the INA as amended by PL-101-649 (Nov. 29, 1990) – ((entered with IV))

DV3  Child of an alien classified as DV1 or DV6. Sec. 201 and 203(c) of the INA as amended by PL-101-649 (Nov. 29, 1990) – ((entered with IV))

DV6  Diversity immigrant. Sec. 201 and 203(c) of the INA as amended by PL-101-649 (Nov. 29, 1990) – ((Adjusted status))

DV7  Spouse of an alien classified as DV1 or DV6. Sec. 201 and 203(c) of the INA as amended by PL-101-649 (Nov. 29, 1990) – ((Adjusted status))

DV8  Child of an alien classified as DV1 or DV6. Sec. 201 and 203(c) of the INA as amended by PL-101-649 (Nov. 29, 1990) – ((Adjusted status))

E10  Child of a priority worker classified as E11, E16,E12, E17, E13, or E18.Sec. 203(d) of the INA – ((Adjusted status))

E11  Priority worker – alien with extraordinary ability. Sec. 203(b)(1)(- ((Adjusted status))) of the INA – ((entered with IV))

E12  Priority worker – outstanding professor or researcher. Sec. 203(b)(1)(B) of the INA – ((entered with IV))

E13  Priority worker – certain multinational executive or manager. Sec. 203(b)(1)(C) of the INA – ((entered with IV))

E14  Spouse of a priority worker classified as E11,E16, E12, E17, E13, or E18.Sec. 203(d) of the INA – ((entered with IV))

E15  Child of a priority worker classified as E11, E16,E12, E17, E13, or E18.Sec. 203(d) of the INA – ((entered with IV))

E16  Priority worker – alien with extraordinary ability. Sec. 203(b)(1)(- ((Adjusted status))) of the INA – ((Adjusted status))

E17  Priority worker – outstanding professor or researcher. Sec. 203(b)(1)(B) of the INA – ((Adjusted status))

E18  Priority worker – certain multinational executive or manager. Sec. 203(b)(1)(C) of the INA – ((Adjusted status))

E19  Spouse of a priority worker classified as E11,E16, E12, E17, E13, or E18.Sec. 203(d) of the INA – ((Adjusted status))

E21  Professional holding an advanced degree or of exceptional ability. Sec. 203(b)(2) of the INA – ((entered with IV))

E22  Spouse of an alien classified as E21 or E26. Sec. 203(d) of the INA – ((entered with IV))

E23  Child of an alien classified as E21 or E26. Sec. 203(d) of the INA – ((entered with IV))

E26  Professional holding an advanced degree or of exceptional ability. Sec. 203(b)(2) of the INA – ((Adjusted status))

E27  Spouse of an alien classified as E21 or E26. Sec. 203(d) of the INA – ((Adjusted status))

E28  Child of an alien classified as E21 or E26. Sec. 203(d) of the INA – ((Adjusted status))

E30  Child of a skilled worker or professional classified as E31, E36, E32, or E37. Sec. 203(d) of the INA – ((Adjusted status))

E31  Alien who is a skilled worker. Sec. 203(b)(3)(- ((Adjusted status)))(i) of the INA – ((entered with IV))

E32  Professional who holds a baccalaureate degree or who is a member of a profession. Sec. 203(b)(3)(- ((Adjusted status)))(ii) of the INA – ((entered with IV))

E34  Spouse of a skilled worker or professional classified as E31, E36, E32, or E37. Sec. 203(d) of the INA – ((entered with IV))

E35  Child of a skilled worker or professional classified as E31, E36, E32, or E37. Sec. 203(d) of the INA – ((entered with IV))

E36  Alien who is a skilled worker. Sec. 203(b)(3)(- ((Adjusted status)))(i) of the INA – ((Adjusted status))

E37  Professional who holds a baccalaureate degree or who is a member of a profession. Sec. 203(b)(3)(- ((Adjusted status)))(ii) of the INA – ((Adjusted status))

E39  Spouse of a skilled worker or professional classified as E31, E36, E32, or E37. Sec. 203(d) of the INA – ((Adjusted status))

E51  Employment creation immigrant. Sec. 203(b)(5)(- ((Adjusted status))) of the INA – ((entered with IV))

E52  Spouse of an alien classified as E51 or E56. Sec. 203(d) of the INA – ((entered with IV))

E53  Child of an alien classified as E51 or E56. Sec. 203(d) of the INA – ((entered with IV))

E56  Employment creation immigrant. Sec. 203(b)(5)(- ((Adjusted status))) of the INA – ((Adjusted status))

E57  Spouse of an alien classified as E51 or E56. Sec. 203(d) of the INA – ((Adjusted status))

E58  Child of an alien classified as E51 or E56. Sec. 203(d) of the INA – ((Adjusted status))

EC6  Alien covered by Chinese Student Protection Act. Sec. 245 as amended by PL-101-649 (Nov. 29, 1990) and PL-102-404 (Oct. 9, 1992) – ((Adjusted status))

EC7  Spouse of alien covered by Chinese Student Protection Act. Sec. 245 as amended by PL-101-649 (Nov. 29, 1990) and PL-102-404 (Oct. 9, 1992) – ((Adjusted status))

EC8  Child of alien covered by Chinese Student Protection Act. Sec. 245 as amended by PL-101-649 (Nov. 29, 1990) and PL-102-404 (Oct. 9, 1992) – ((Adjusted status))

ES1  Soviet scientist, principal. Sec. 203(b)(2) of the INA as amended by Sec. 4 of PL-102-509 (Oct. 24, 1992) – ((entered with IV))

ES6  Soviet scientist, principal. Sec. 203(b)(2) of the INA as amended by Sec. 4 of PL-102-509 (Oct. 24, 1992) – ((Adjusted status))

EW0  Child of an alien classified as EW3 or EW8. Sec. 203(d) of the INA – ((Adjusted status))

EW3  Other worker performing unskilled labor, not of a temporary or seasonal nature, for which qualified workers are not available in the United Sec. 203(b)(3)(A0(iii) of the INA – ((entered with IV))

EW4  Spouse of an alien classified as EW3 or EW8. Sec. 203(d) of the INA – ((entered with IV))

EW5  Child of an alien classified as EW3 or EW8. Sec. 203(d) of the INA – ((entered with IV))

EW8  Other worker performing unskilled labor, not of a temporary or seasonal nature, for which qualified workers are not available in the United Sec. 203(b)(3)(A)(iii) of the INA – ((Adjusted status))

EW9  Spouse of an alien classified as EW3 or EW8. Sec. 203(d) of the INA – ((Adjusted status))

F11  Unmarried son or daughter of a U.S. citizen. Sec. 203(a)(1) of the INA – ((entered with IV))

F12  Child of an alien classified as F11 or F16. Sec. 203(d) of the INA – ((entered with IV))

F16  Unmarried son or daughter of a U.S. citizen. Sec. 203(a)(1) of the INA – ((Adjusted status))

F17  Child of an alien classified as F11 or F16. Sec. 203(d) of the INA – ((Adjusted status))

F20  Child of an alien classified as F24 or F29 (subject to country limitations). Sec. 203(d) of the INA – ((Adjusted status))

F21  Spouse of a lawful permanent resident alien (subject to country limitations). Sec. 203(a)(2)(- ((Adjusted status))) of the INA – ((entered with IV))

F22  Child (under 21 years of age) of a lawful permanent resident alien (subject to country limitations). Sec. 203(a)(2)(- ((Adjusted status))) of the INA – ((entered with IV))

F23  Child of an alien classified as F21 or F26 (subject to country limitations). Sec. 203(d) of the INA – ((entered with IV))

F24  Unmarried son or daughter (21 years of age or older) of a lawful permanent resident alien (subject to country limitations). Sec. 203(a)(2)(B) of the INA – ((entered with IV))

F25  Child of an alien classified as F24 or F29 (subject to country limitations). Sec. 203(d) of the INA – ((entered with IV))

F26  Spouse of a lawful permanent resident alien (subject to country limitations). Sec. 203(a)(2)(- ((Adjusted status))) of the INA – ((Adjusted status))

F27  Child (under 21 years of age) of a lawful permanent resident alien (subject to country limitations). Sec. 203(a)(2)(- ((Adjusted status))) of the INA – ((Adjusted status))

F28  Child of an alien classified as F21 or F26 (subject to country limitations). Sec. 203(d) of the INA – ((Adjusted status))

F29  Unmarried son or daughter (21 years of age or older) of a lawful permanent resident alien (subject to country limitations). Sec. 203(a)(2)(B) of the INA – ((Adjusted status))

F31  Married son or daughter of a U.S. citizen. Sec. 203(a)(3) of the INA – ((entered with IV))

F32  Spouse of an alien classified as F31 or F36. Sec. 203(d) of the INA – ((entered with IV))

F33  Child of an alien classified as F31 or F36. Sec. 203(d) of the INA – ((entered with IV))

F36  Married son or daughter of a U.S. citizen. Sec. 203(a)(3) of the INA – ((Adjusted status))

F37  Spouse of an alien classified as F31 or F36. Sec. 203(d) of the INA – ((Adjusted status))

F38  Child of an alien classified as F31 or F36. Sec. 203(d) of the INA – ((Adjusted status))

F41  Brother or sister of a U.S. citizen. Sec. 203(a)(4) of the INA – ((entered with IV))

F42  Spouse of an alien classified as F41 or F46. Sec. 203(d) of the INA – ((entered with IV))

F43  Child of an alien classified as F41 or F46. Sec. 203(d) of the INA – ((entered with IV))

F46  Brother or sister of a U.S. citizen. Sec. 203(a)(4) of the INA – ((Adjusted status))

F47  Spouse of an alien classified as F41 or F46. Sec. 203(d) of the INA – ((Adjusted status))

F48  Child of an alien classified as F41 or F46. Sec. 203(d) of the INA – ((Adjusted status))

FX1  Spouse of a lawful permanent resident alien (exempt from country limitations). Sec. 203(a)(2)(- ((Adjusted status))) and 202(a)(4)(- ((Adjusted status))) of the INA – ((entered with IV))

FX2  Child (under 21 years of age) of a lawful permanent resident alien (exempt from country limitations). Sec. 203(a)(2)(- ((Adjusted status))) and 202(a)(4)(- ((Adjusted status))) of the INA – ((entered with IV))

FX3  Child of an alien classified as FX1, FX2, FX7, or FX8 (exempt from country limitations). Sec. 203(d) and 202(a)(4)(- ((Adjusted status))) of the INA – ((entered with IV))

FX6  Spouse of a lawful permanent resident alien (exempt from country limitations). Sec. 203(a)(2)(- ((Adjusted status))) and 202(a)(4)(- ((Adjusted status))) of the INA – ((Adjusted status))

FX7  Child (under 21 years of age) of a lawful permanent resident alien (exempt from country limitations). Sec. 203(a)(2)(- ((Adjusted status))) and 202(a)(4)(- ((Adjusted status))) of the INA – ((Adjusted status))

FX8  Child of an alien classified as FX1, FX2, FX7, orFX8 (exempt from country limitations). Sec. 203(d) and 202(a)(4)(- ((Adjusted status))) of the INA – ((Adjusted status))

GA6  Iraqi National – whose application for asylum was processed in Guam between September 1,1996 and April 30, 1997, adjusting to lawful permanent residence in the U.S. Sec. 128 of PL-105-277 (Oct. 20, 1998) – ((Adjusted status))

GA7  Spouse of GA6 Sec. 128 of PL-105-277 (Oct. 20, 1998) – ((Adjusted status))

GA8  Child of GA6 Sec. 128 of PL-105-277 (Oct. 20, 1998) – ((Adjusted status))

HA6  Haitian National adjusting status under the Haitian Refugee Fairness Act of 1998 Sec. 902(b)(1)(- ((Adjusted status))) of PL-105-277. Haitian Refugee Immigration Fairness Act (HRIFA Oct. – ((Adjusted status)) FY 1999

HA7  Spouse of HA6. Sec. 902(b)(1)(- ((Adjusted status))) of PL-105-277. Haitian Refugee Immigration Fairness Act HRIFA Oct. – ((Adjusted status)) FY 1999

HA8  Child of HA6. Sec. 902(b)(1)(- ((Adjusted status))) of PL-105-277. Haitian Refugee Immigration Fairness Act (HRIFA Oct. – ((Adjusted status)) FY 1999

HA9  Unmarried son or daughter of HA6. Sec. 902(b)(1)(- ((Adjusted status))) of PL-105-277. Haitian Refugee Immigration Fairness Act (HRIFA Oct. – ((Adjusted status)) FY 1999

HB6  Haitian National who was paroled into the U.S. prior to December 31, 1995, after having been identified as having a credible fear of persecution, or paroled for emergent reasons or reasons deemed strictly in the public interest. Sec. 902(b)(1)(- ((Adjusted status))) of PL-105-277. Haitian Refugee Immigration Fairness Act (HRIFA Oct. 21, 1998) – ((Adjusted status)) FY 1999

HB7  Spouse of HB6 Sec. 902(b)(1)(- ((Adjusted status))) of PL-105-277. Haitian Refugee Immigration Fairness Act (HRIFA Oct. – ((Adjusted status)) FY 1999

HB8  Child of HB6 Sec. 902(b)(1)(- ((Adjusted status))) of PL-105-277. Haitian Refugee Immigration Fairness Act (HRIFA Oct. – ((Adjusted status)) FY 1999

HB9  Unmarried son or daughter of HB6 Sec. 902(b)(1)(- ((Adjusted status))) of PL-105-277. Haitian Refugee Immigration Fairness Act (HRIFA Oct. – ((Adjusted status)) FY 1999

HC6  – ((Adjusted status)) Haitian National who entered the U.S. as a child prior to December 31, 1995, became orphaned subsequent to arrival in the U.S., and has remained parentless. Sec. 902(b)(1)(C)(iii) of PL-105-277. Haitian Refugee Immigration Fairness Act (HRIFA Oct. 21, 1998) – ((Adjusted status)) FY 1999

HC7  (HRIFA) Spouse of HC6 Sec. 902(b)(1)(- ((Adjusted status))) of PL-105-277. Haitian Refugee Immigration Fairness Act (HRIFA Oct. – ((Adjusted status)) FY 1999

HC8  Child of HC6 Sec. 902(b)(1)(- ((Adjusted status))) of PL-105-277. Haitian Refugee Immigration Fairness Act (HRIFA Oct. – ((Adjusted status)) FY 1999

HC9  Unmarried son or daughter of HC6 Sec. 902(b)(1)(- ((Adjusted status))) of PL-105-277. Haitian Refugee Immigration Fairness Act (HRIFA Oct. – ((Adjusted status)) FY 1999

HD6  – ((Adjusted status)) Haitian National who entered the U.S. as a child prior to December 31, 1995 and became orphaned after arrival. Sec. 902(b)(1)(C)(iii) of PL-105-277. Haitian Refugee Immigration Fairness Act (HRIFA Oct. 21, 1998) – ((Adjusted status)) FY 1999

HD7  Spouse of HD6 Sec. 902(b)(1)(- ((Adjusted status))) of PL-105-277. Haitian Refugee Immigration Fairness Act (HRIFA Oct. – ((Adjusted status)) FY 1999

HD8  Child of HD6 Sec. 902(b)(1)(- ((Adjusted status))) of PL-105-277. Haitian Refugee Immigration Fairness Act (HRIFA Oct. – ((Adjusted status)) FY 1999

HD9  Unmarried son or daughter of HD6 Sec. 902(b)(1)(- ((Adjusted status))) of PL-105-277. Haitian Refugee Immigration Fairness Act (HRIFA Oct. – ((Adjusted status)) FY 1999

HE6  – ((Adjusted status)) Haitian National who entered the U.S. as a child prior to December 31, 1995 was abandoned by parents or guardians prior to April 1, 1998 and has remained abandoned. Sec. 902(b)(1)(C)(iii) of PL-105-277. Haitian Refugee Immigration Fairness Act (HRIFA Oct. 21, 1998) – ((Adjusted status)) FY 1999

HE7  Spouse of HE6 Sec. 902(b)(1)(- ((Adjusted status))) of PL-105-277. Haitian Refugee Immigration Fairness Act (HRIFA Oct. – ((Adjusted status)) FY 1999

HE8  Child of HE6 Sec. 902(b)(1)(- ((Adjusted status))) of PL-105-277. Haitian Refugee Immigration Fairness Act (HRIFA Oct. – ((Adjusted status)) FY 1999

HE9  Unmarried son or daughter of HE6 Sec. 902(b)(1)(- ((Adjusted status))) of PL-105-277. Haitian Refugee Immigration Fairness Act (HRIFA Oct. – ((Adjusted status)) FY 1999

HK1  Employees of certain U.S. businesses operating in Hong Kong. Sec. 124 of PL-101-649 (Nov. 29, 1990) – ((entered with IV))

HK2  Spouse of an alien classified as HK1 or HK6. Sec. 124 of PL-101-649 (Nov. 29, 1990) – ((entered with IV))

HK3  Child of an alien classified as HK1 or HK6. Sec. 124 of PL-101-649 (Nov. 29, 1990) – ((entered with IV))

HK6  Employees of certain U.S. businesses operating in Hong Kong. Sec. 124 of PL-101-649 (Nov. 29, 1990) – ((Adjusted status))

HK7  Spouse of an alien classified as HK1 or HK6. Sec. 124 of PL-101-649 (Nov. 29, 1990) – ((Adjusted status))

HK8  Child of an alien classified as HK1 or HK6. Sec. 124 of PL-101-649 (Nov. 29, 1990) – ((Adjusted status))

I51  Investor Pilot Program, principal (targeted area) -conditional. Sec. 203(b)(5) of the INA and Sec. 610 of PL-102-395 (Oct. 6, 1992) – ((entered with IV))

I52  Spouse of an alien classified as I51 or I56 -conditional. Sec. 203(b)(5) of the INA and Sec. 610 of PL-102-395 (Oct. 6, 1992) – ((entered with IV))

I53  Child of an alien classified as I51 or I56 -conditional. Sec. 203(b)(5) of the INA and Sec. 610 of PL-102-395 (Oct. 6, 1992) – ((entered with IV))

I56  Investor Pilot Program, principal (targeted area) – conditional. Sec. 203(b)(5) of the INA and Sec. 610 of PL-102-395 (Oct. 6, 1992) – ((Adjusted status))

I57  Spouse of an alien classified as I51 or I56 – conditional. Sec. 203(b)(5) of the INA and Sec. 610 of PL-102-395 (Oct. 6, 1992) – ((Adjusted status))

I58  Child of an alien classified as I51 or I56 – conditional. Sec. 203(b)(5) of the INA and Sec. 610 of PL-102-395 (Oct. 6, 1992) – ((Adjusted status))

IB1  Self-petition spouse of U.S. citizen. Sec. 40701 of PL-103-322 (Sept. 13, 1994) – ((entered with IV))

IB2  Self-petition child of U.S. citizen. Sec. 40701 of PL-103-322 (Sept. 13, 1994) – ((entered with IV))

IB3  Child of an alien classified as IB1 or IB6. Sec. 40701 of PL-103-322 (Sept. 13, 1994) – ((entered with IV))

IB6  Self-petition spouse of U.S. citizen. Sec. 40701 of PL-103-322 (Sept. 13, 1994) – ((Adjusted status))

IB7  Self-petition child of U.S. citizen. Sec. 40701 of PL-103-322 (Sept. 13, 1994) – ((Adjusted status))

IB8  Child of an alien classified as IB1 or IB6. Sec. 40701 of PL-103-322 (Sept. 13, 1994) – ((Adjusted status))

IC6  Indochinese refugee. Sec. 101 of PL-95-145 (Oct. 28, 1977) – ((Adjusted status))

IC7  Spouse or child of an Indochinese refugee not qualified as a refugee on his or her own. Sec. 101 of PL-95-145 (Oct. 28, 1977) – ((Adjusted status))

ID6  Indochinese Parolee Sec. 586 of PL-106-429 – ((Adjusted status)) FY 2004

IF1  Alien whose record of admission is created upon the conclusion of a valid marriage contract after entering as a fiance or fiancée of a U.S. citizen. Sec. 214(d) of the INA as amended by PL-91-225 (Apr. 7, 1970) – ((Adjusted status))

IF2  Minor child of an alien classified as IF1. Sec. 214(d) of the INA as amended by PL-91-225 (Apr. 7, 1970) – ((Adjusted status))

IR0  Parent of a U.S. citizen. Sec. 201(b)(2)(- ((Adjusted status)))(i) of the INA – ((Adjusted status))

IR1  Spouse of a U.S. citizen. Sec. 201(b)(2)(- ((Adjusted status)))(i) of the INA – ((entered with IV))

IR2  Child of a U.S. citizen. Sec. 201(b)(2)(- ((Adjusted status)))(i) of the INA – ((entered with IV))

IR3  Orphan adopted abroad by a U.S. citizen. Sec. 201(b)(2)(- ((Adjusted status)))(i) of the INA – ((entered with IV))

IR4  Orphan to be adopted by a U.S. citizen. Sec. 201(b)(2)(- ((Adjusted status)))(i) of the INA – ((entered with IV))

IR5  Parent of a U.S. citizen. Sec. 201(b)(2)(- ((Adjusted status)))(i) of the INA – ((entered with IV))

IR6  Spouse of a U.S. citizen. Sec. 201(b)(2)(- ((Adjusted status)))(i) of the INA – ((Adjusted status))

IR7  Child of a U.S. citizen. Sec. 201(b)(2)(- ((Adjusted status)))(i) of the INA – ((Adjusted status))

IR8  Orphan adopted abroad by a U.S. citizen. Sec. 201(b)(2)(- ((Adjusted status)))(i) of the INA – ((Adjusted status))

IR9  Orphan to be adopted by a U.S. citizen. Sec. 201(b)(2)(- ((Adjusted status)))(i) of the INA – ((Adjusted status))

IW1  Widow or widower of a U.S. citizen. Sec. 201(b)(2)(- ((Adjusted status)))(i) of the INA – ((entered with IV))

IW2  Child of an alien classified as IW1 or IW6. Sec. 201(b)(2)(- ((Adjusted status)))(i) of the INA as amended by PL-103-416 (Oct. 7, 1994) – ((entered with IV))

IW6  Widow or widower of a U.S. citizen. Sec. 201(b)(2)(- ((Adjusted status)))(i) of the INA – ((Adjusted status))

IW7  Child of an alien classified as IW1 or IW6. Sec. 201(b)(2)(- ((Adjusted status)))(i) of the INA as amended by PL-103-416 (Oct. 7, 1994) – ((Adjusted status))

LA6  Certain parolees from the Soviet Union, Cambodia, Laos, or Vietnam who were denied refugee status and paroled between Aug. 15,1988 and Sep. 30, 1999.Sec. 599(E) of PL-101-167 (Nov. 22, 1989,extended through September 30, 1999) – ((Adjusted status))

LB1  Spouse of an alien granted legalization under Sections 210, 245A of the INA, or Sec. 202 of PL-99-603 (Cuban-Haitian entrant).Sec. 112 of PL-101-649 (Nov. 29, 1990) – ((entered with IV))

LB2  Child of an alien granted legalization under Sections 210, 245A of the INA, or Sec. 202 of PL-99-603 (Cuban-Haitian entrant). Sec. 112 of PL-101-649 (Nov. 29, 1990) – ((entered with IV))

LB6  Spouse of an alien granted legalization under Sections 210, 245A of the INA, or Sec. 202 of PL-99-603 (Cuban-Haitian entrant).Sec. 112 of PL-101-649 (Nov. 29, 1990) – ((Adjusted status))

LB7  Child of an alien granted legalization under Sections 210, 245A of the INA, or Sec. 202 of PL-99-603 (Cuban-Haitian entrant). Sec. 112 of PL-101-649 (Nov. 29, 1990) – ((Adjusted status))

M83  Refugee-escapee previously admitted for lawful permanent resident status. Fair Share Refugee Act, PL-86-648 (Jul. 14,1960) – ((Adjusted status))

M93  Hungarian parolee previously admitted for lawful permanent resident status. Hungarian Refugee Act, PL-85-559 (Jul. 25,1958) – ((Adjusted status))

MR0  Parent of a U.S. citizen presumed to be a lawful permanent resident alien – Northern Mariana Islands. Sec. 201(b)(2)(- ((Adjusted status)))(i) of the INA and PL-94- 241 (Mar. 24, 1976) – ((Adjusted status))

MR6  Spouse of a U.S. citizen presumed to be lawful permanent resident alien – Northern Mariana Islands. Sec. 201(b)(2)(- ((Adjusted status)))(i) of the INA and PL-94- 241 (Mar. 24, 1976) – ((Adjusted status))

MR7  Child of a U.S. citizen presumed to be a lawful permanent resident alien – Northern Mariana Islands. Sec. 201(b)(2)(- ((Adjusted status)))(i) of the INA and PL-94-241 (Mar. 24, 1976) – ((Adjusted status))

NA3  Child born during the temporary visit abroad of a mother who is a lawful permanent resident alien or national of the United States.8 CFR, Sec. 211.1 and OI, Sec. 211 – ((entered with IV))

NC6  (NACARA) Nicaraguan or Cuban national granted adjustment of status to lawful permanent residence Sec. 202 of PL-105-100(Nov. 19, 1997) Nicaraguan Adjustment and Central American Relief Act (NACARA) – ((Adjusted status)) FY 1998

NC7  (NACARA) Nicaraguan or Cuban national granted adjustment of status to lawful permanent residence as spouse of NC6Sec. 202 of PL-105-100(Nov. 19, 1997)Nicaraguan Adjustment and Central American Relief Act (NACARA) – ((Adjusted status)) FY 1998

NC8  (NACARA) Nicaraguan or Cuban national granted adjustment of status to lawful permanent residence as child of NC6 Sec. 202 of PL-105-100(Nov. 19, 1997) Nicaraguan Adjustment and Central American Relief Act (NACARA) – ((Adjusted status)) FY 1998

NC9  (NACARA) Nicaraguan or Cuban national granted adjustment of status to lawful permanent residence as unmarried son/daughter of NC6 Sec. 202 of PL-105-100(Nov. 19, 1997) Nicaraguan Adjustment and Central American Relief Act (NACARA) – ((Adjusted status)) FY 1998

NP8  Alien who filed and was qualified with investor status prior to June 1, 1978. Sec. 19 of PL-97-116 (Dec. 29, 1981) – ((Adjusted status))

NP9  Spouse or child of an alien classified as NP8. Sec. 19 of PL-97-116 (Dec. 29, 1981) – ((Adjusted status))

PH6  Alien of Polish or Hungarian nationality who was paroled into the U.S. between Nov. 1, 1989 and Dec. 31, 1991 Sec. 646 of the INA Act as added by PL-104-208 (Sept. 30, 1996) – ((Adjusted status))

R51  Investor pilot program not targeted, principal –conditional Sec. 203(b)(5) of the INA as amended by Sec. 610 of PL-102-395 (Oct. 6, 1992) – ((entered with IV))

R52  Spouse of an alien classified as R51 or R56 -conditional. Sec. 203(b)(5) of the INA as amended by Sec. 610 of PL-102-395 (Oct. 6, 1992) – ((entered with IV))

R53  Child of an alien classified as R51 or R56 -conditional. Sec. 203(b)(5) of the INA as amended by Sec. 610 of PL-102-395 (Oct. 6, 1992) – ((entered with IV))

R56  Investor pilot program not targeted, principal – conditional Sec. 203(b)(5) of the INA as amended by Sec. 610 of PL-102-395 (Oct. 6, 1992) – ((Adjusted status))

R57  Spouse of an alien classified as R51 or R56 -conditional. Sec. 203(b)(5) of the INA as amended by Sec. 610 of PL-102-395 (Oct. 6, 1992) – ((Adjusted status))

R58  Child of an alien classified as R51 or R56 -conditional. Sec. 203(b)(5) of the INA as amended by Sec. 610 of PL-102-395 (Oct. 6, 1992) – ((Adjusted status))

R86  Refugee paroled into the United States prior to Apr. 1, 1980. Sec. 5 of PL-95-412 (Oct. 5, 1978) – ((Adjusted status))

RE4  Other members of the case deriving their refugee status from the principal applicant Sec. 209(a) of the INA as added by PL-96- 212 (Mar.7, 1980) – ((Adjusted status))

RE6  Refugee who entered the United States on or after Apr. 1, 1980. Sec. 209(a) of the INA as added by PL-96- 212 (Mar. 17, 1980)- ((Adjusted status))

RE7  Spouse of an alien classified as RE6 (spouse entered on or after Apr. 1, 1980) Sect 209(a) of the INA as amended by PL-96-212 (Mar. 17, 1980) – ((Adjusted status))

RE8  Child of an alien classified as RE6 (child entered the United States on or after Apr. 1, 1980). Sec. 209(a) of the INA as added by PL-96-212 (Mar. 17, 1980) – ((Adjusted status))

RE9  Other members of the case regarding an alien classified as RE6 (entered the United States on or after Apr. 1, 1980). Sec. 209(a) of the INA as added by PL-96-212 (Mar. 17, 1980) – ((Adjusted status))

RN6  Certain former H1 nonimmigrant registered nurses. Sec. 2 of PL-101-238 (Dec. 18, 1989) – ((Adjusted status))

RN7  Accompanying spouse/child of an alien classified as RN6. Sec. 2 of PL-101-238 (Dec. 18, 1989) – ((Adjusted status))

S13  American Indian born in Canada (nonquota). Sec. 289 of the INA – ((entered with IV))

S16  Seasonal Agricultural Worker (SAW) who worked at least 90 days during each year ending on May 1, 1984, 1985, and 1986 – Group 1. Sec. 210(2)(- ((Adjusted status))) of the INA as added by PL 99-603 (Nov. 6, 1986) – ((Adjusted status))

S26  Seasonal Agricultural Worker (SAW) who worked at least 90 days during the year ending on May 1, 1986 – Group 2. Sec. 210(2)(B) of the INA as added by PL99-603 (Nov. 6, 1986) – ((Adjusted status))

SC1  Person who lost U.S. citizenship through marriage. Sec. 101(a)(27)(B) and 324(a) of the INA – ((entered with IV))

SC2  Person who lost U.S. citizenship by serving in foreign armed forces. Sec. 101(a)(27)(B) and 327 of the INA – ((entered with IV))

SC6  Person who lost U.S. citizenship through marriage. Sec. 101(a)(27)(B) and 324(a) of the INA – ((Adjusted status))

SC7  Person who lost U.S. citizenship by serving in foreign armed forces. Sec. 101(a)(27)(B) and 327 of the INA – ((Adjusted status))

SD1  Minister of religion. Sec. 101(a)(27)(C)(ii)(I) of the INA ((entered with IV))

SD2  Spouse of an alien classified as SD1 or SD6. Sec. 101(a)(27)(C) of the INA ((entered with IV))

SD3  Child of an alien classified as SD1 or SD6. Sec. 101(a)(27)(C) of the INA ((entered with IV))

SD6  Minister of religion. Sec. 101(a)(27)(C)(ii)(I) of the INA – ((Adjusted status))

SD7  Spouse of an alien classified as SD1 or SD6. Sec. 101(a)(27)(C) of the INA – ((Adjusted status))

SD8  Child of an alien classified as SD1 or SD6. Sec. 101(a)(27)(C) of the INA – ((Adjusted status))

SE1  Certain employees or former employees of the U.S. government abroad. Sec. 101(a)(27)(D) of the INA – ((entered with IV))

SE2  Accompanying spouse of an alien classified as SE1 or SE6. Sec. 101(a)(27)(D) of the INA – ((entered with IV))

SE3  Accompanying child of an alien classified as SE1 or SE6. Sec. 101(a)(27)(D) of the INA – ((entered with IV))

SE6  Certain employees or former employees of the U.S. government abroad. Sec. 101(a)(27)(D) of the INA – ((Adjusted status))

SE7  Accompanying spouse of an alien classified as SE1 or SE6.Sec. 101(a)(27)(D) of the INA – ((Adjusted status))

SE8  Accompanying child of an alien classified as SE1 or SE6. Sec. 101(a)(27)(D) of the INA – ((Adjusted status))

SEH  Employee of U.S. Mission in Hong Kong (limit of 500 and these persons are admitted exempt from the country limitation). Sec. 152 of PL-101-649 (Nov. 29, 1990) – ((entered with IV))

SEK  Employee of U.S. Mission in Hong Kong (limit of 500 and these persons are admitted exempt from the country limitation). Sec. 152 of PL-101-649 (Nov. 29, 1990) – ((Adjusted status))

SF1  Certain former employees of the Panama Canal Company or Canal Zone Government. Sec. 101(a)(27)(E) of the INA as added by PL-96-70 (Sep. 27, 1979) – ((entered with IV))

SF2  Accompanying spouse/child of an alien classified as SF1 or SF6. Sec. 101(a)(27)(E) of the INA as added by PL-96-70 (Sep. 27, 1979) – ((entered with IV))

SF6  Certain former employees of the Panama Canal Company or Canal Zone Government. Sec. 101(a)(27)(E) of the INA as added by PL-96-70 (Sep. 27, 1979) – ((Adjusted status))

SF7  Accompanying spouse/child of an alien classified as SF1 or SF6. Sec. 101(a)(27)(E) of the INA as added by PL-96-70 (Sep. 27, 1979) – ((Adjusted status))

SG1  Certain former employees of the U.S. Government in the Panama Canal Zone. Sec. 101(a)(27)(F) of the INA as added by PL-96-70 (Sep. 27, 1979) – ((entered with IV))

SG2  Accompanying spouse/child of an alien classified as SG1 or SG6. Sec. 101(a)(27)(F) of the INA as added by PL-96-70 (Sep. 27, 1979) – ((entered with IV))

SG6  Certain former employees of the U.S. Government in the Panama Canal Zone. Sec. 101(a)(27)(F) of the INA as added by PL-96-70 (Sep. 27, 1979) – ((Adjusted status))

SG7  Accompanying spouse/child of an alien classified as SG1 or SG6. Sec. 101(a)(27)(F) of the INA as added by PL-96-70 (Sep. 27, 1979) – ((Adjusted status))

SH1  Certain former employees of the Panama Canal Company or Canal Zone Government employed on Apr. 1, 1979. Sec. 101(a)(27)(G) of the INA as added by PL-96-70 (Sep. 27, 1979) – ((entered with IV))

SH2  Accompanying spouse/child of an alien classified as SH1 or SH6. Sec. 101(a)(27)(G) of the INA as added by PL-96-70 (Sep. 27, 1979) – ((entered with IV))

SH6  Certain former employees of the Panama Canal Company or Canal Zone Government employed on Apr. 1, 1979. Sec. 101(a)(27)(G) of the INA as added by PL-96-70 (Sep. 27, 1979) – ((Adjusted status))

SH7  Accompanying spouse/child of an alien classified as SH1 or SH6. Sec. 101(a)(27)(G) of the INA as added by PL-96-70 (Sep. 27, 1979) – ((Adjusted status))

SJ2  Spouse or child of an alien classified as SJ6. Sec. 101(a)(27)(H) of the INA as added by Sec. 5(d)(1) of PL-97-116 (Dec. 29, 1981) – ((entered with IV))

SJ6  Foreign medical school graduate who was licensed to practice in the United States on Jan. 9, 1978.Sec. 101(a)(27)(H) of the INA as added by Sec. 5(d)(1) of PL-97-116 (Dec. 29, 1981) – ((Adjusted status))

SJ7  Spouse or child of an alien classified as SJ6. Sec. 101(a)(27)(H) of the INA as added by Sec. 5(d)(1) of PL-97-116 (Dec. 29, 1981) – ((Adjusted status))

SK1  Certain retired international organization employees. Sec. 101(a)(27)(I)(iii) of the INA as added by PL-99-603 (Nov. 6, 1986) – ((entered with IV))

SK2  Accompanying spouse of an alien classified as SK 1 or SK6. Sec. 101(a)(27)(I)(iv) of the INA as added by PL-99-603 (Nov. 6, 1986) – ((entered with IV))

SK3  Certain unmarried sons or daughters of international organization employees. Sec. 101(a)(27)(I)(i) of the INA as added by PL-99-603 (Nov. 6, 1986) – ((entered with IV))

SK3  Unmarried son or daughter of an employee of an international organization. Sec. 312 of the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, PL-99-603

SK4  Certain surviving spouses of deceased international organization employees. Sec. 101(a)(27)(I)(ii) of the INA as added by PL-99-603 (Nov. 6, 1986) – ((entered with IV))

SK6  Certain retired international organization employees. Sec. 101(a)(27)(I)(iii) of the INA as added by PL-99-603 (Nov. 6, 1986) – ((Adjusted status))

SK7  Accompanying spouse of an alien classified as SK1 or SK6. Sec. 101(a)(27)(I)(iv) of the INA as added by PL-99-603 (Nov. 6, 1986) – ((Adjusted status))

SK8  Certain unmarried sons or daughters of international organization employees. Sec. 101(a)(27)(I)(i) of the INA as added by PL-99-603 (Nov. 6, 1986) – ((Adjusted status))

SK9  Certain surviving spouses of deceased inter national organization employees. Sec. 101(a)(27)(I)(ii) of the INA as added by PL-99-603 (Nov. 6, 1986) – ((Adjusted status))

SL1  Juvenile court dependent. Sec. 101(a)(27)(J) of the INA as added by PL-101-649 (Nov. 29, 1990) – ((entered with IV))

SL6  Juvenile court dependent. Sec. 101(a)(27)(J) of the INA as added by PL-101-649 (Nov. 29, 1990) – ((Adjusted status))

SM0  Spouse or child of an alien classified as SM4 or SM9. Sec. 101(a)(27)(K) of the INA as added by Sec. 1 of PL-102-110 (Oct. 1, 1991) – ((Adjusted status))

SM1  Alien recruited outside the United States who has served, or is enlisted to serve, in the U.S. Armed Forces for 12 years (became eligible after Oct. 1, 1991).Sec. 101(a)(27)(K) of the INA as added by Sec. 1 of PL-102-110 (Oct. 1, 1991) – ((entered with IV))

SM2  Spouse of an alien classified as SM1 or SM6. Sec. 101(a)(27)(K) of the INA as added by Sec. 1 of PL-102-110 (Oct. 1, 1991) – ((entered with IV))

SM3  Child of an alien classified as SM1 or SM6. Sec. 101(a)(27)(K) of the INA as added by Sec. 1 of PL-102-110 (Oct. 1, 1991) – ((entered with IV))

SM4  Alien recruited outside the United States who has served, or is enlisted to serve, in the U.S. Armed Forces for 12 years (eligible as of Oct. 1, 1991). Sec. 101(a)(27)(K) of the INA as added by Sec. 1 of PL-102-110 (Oct. 1, 1991) – ((entered with IV))

SM5  Spouse or child of an alien classified as SM4 or SM9. Sec. 101(a)(27)(K) of the INA as added by Sec. 1 of PL-102-110 (Oct. 1, 1991) – ((entered with IV))

SM6  Alien recruited outside the United States who has served, or is enlisted to serve, in the U.S. Armed Forces for 12 years (became eligible after Oct. 1, 1991). Sec. 101(a)(27)(K) of the INA as added by Sec. 1 of PL-102-110 (Oct. 1, 1991) – ((Adjusted status))

SM7  Spouse of an alien classified as SM1 or SM6. Sec. 101(a)(27)(K) of the INA as added by Sec. 1 of PL-102-110 (Oct. 1, 1991) – ((Adjusted status))

SM8  Child of an alien classified as SM1 or SM6. Sec. 101(a)(27)(K) of the INA as added by Sec. 1 of PL-102-110 (Oct. 1, 1991) – ((Adjusted status))

SM9  Alien recruited outside the United States who has served, or is enlisted to serve, in the U.S. Armed Forces for 12 years (eligible as of Oct. 1, 1991). Sec. 101(a)(27)(K) of the INA as added by Sec. 1 of PL-102-110 (Oct. 1, 1991) – ((Adjusted status))

SN1  Certain retired NATO-6 civilian employees. The NATO-6 classification identifies members of a civilian component accompanying a force entering in accordance with the provisions of the NATO Status of Force Agreement. Sec 101(a)(27)(L) of the INA as added by section 421 of PL-105-277. NATO-6, provision of the NATO Status of Force Agreement. – ((entered with IV)) FY 1999

SN2  (NATO-6) Accompanying spouse of an immigrant classified as SN1 or SN6 Sec 01(a)(27)(L) of the INA as added by section 421 of PL-105-277. NATO-6, provision of the NATO Status of Force Agreement – ((entered with IV)) FY 1999

SN3  Certain unmarried sons or daughters of NATO-6 civilian employees Sec 101(a)(27)(L) of the INA as added by section 421 of PL-105-277. NATO-6, provision of the NATO Status of Force Agreement – ((entered with IV)) FY 1999

SN4  Certain surviving spouses of deceased NATO-6 civilian employees Sec 101(a)(27)(L) of the INA as added by section 421 of PL-105-277. NATO-6, provision of the NATO Status of Force Agreement – ((entered with IV)) FY 1999

SN6  Certain retired NATO-6 civilian employees. The NATO-6 classification identifies members of a civilian component accompanying a force entering in accordance with the provisions of the NATO Status of Force Agreement Sec 101(a)(27)(L) of the INA as added by section 421 of PL-105-277. NATO-6, provision of the NATO Status of Force Agreement – ((Adjusted status)) FY 1999

SN7  (NATO-6) Accompanying spouse of an immigrant classified as SN1 or SN6 Sec 01(a)(27)(L) of the INA as added by section 421 of PL-105-277. NATO-6, provision of the NATO Status of Force Agreement – ((Adjusted status)) FY 1999

SN8  Certain unmarried sons or daughters of NATO-6civili an employees Sec 101(a)(27)(L) of the INA as added by section 421 of PL-105-277. NATO-6, provision of the NATO Status of Force Agreement – ((Adjusted status)) FY 1999

SN9  Certain surviving spouses of deceased NATO-6 civilian employees Sec 101(a)(27)(L) of the INA as added by section 421 of PL-105-277. NATO-6, provision of the NATO Status of Force Agreement – ((Adjusted status)) FY 1999

SR1  Religious worker. Sec. 101(a)(27)(C)(ii)(II) and (III) of the INA as added by PL-101-649 (Nov. 29, 1990) – ((entered with IV))

SR2  Spouse of an alien classified as SR1 or SR6. Sec. 101(a)(27)(C) of the INA as added by PL-101-649 (Nov. 29, 1990) – ((entered with IV))

SR3  Child of an alien classified as SR1 or SR6. Sec. 101(a)(27)(C) of the INA as added by PL-101-649 (Nov. 29, 1990) – ((entered with IV))

SR6  Religious worker. Sec. 101(a)(27)(C)(ii)(II) and (III) of the INA as added by PL-101-649 (Nov. 29, 1990) – ((Adjusted status))

SR7  Spouse of an alien classified as SR1 or SR6. Sec. 101(a)(27)(C) of the INA as added by PL-101-649 (Nov. 29, 1990) – ((Adjusted status))

SR8  Child of an alien classified as SR1 or SR6. Sec. 101(a)(27)(C) of the INA as added by PL-101-649 (Nov. 29, 1990) – ((Adjusted status))

ST0  Parent of ST6 Sec. 101 (a)(15) of the INA as amended by (T)(i) section 214(n), PL106-386, enacted into law on October 28,2000. Victims of Trafficking and Violence Protection Act (VTVPA) – ((Adjusted status)) FY 2001

ST6  Victims of severe form of trafficking (T1nonimmigrant) Sec. 101 (a)(15) of the INA as amended by (T)(i) section 214(n), PL106-386, enacted into law on October 28,2000. Victims of Trafficking and Violence Protection Act (VTVPA) – ((Adjusted status)) FY 2001

ST7  Spouse of ST6 Sec. 101 (a)(15) of the INA as amended by (T)(i) section 214(n), PL106-386, enacted into law on October 28,2000. Victims of Trafficking and Violence Protection Act (VTVPA) – ((Adjusted status)) FY 2001

ST8  Child of ST6 Sec. 101 (a)(15) of the INA as amended by (T)(i) section 214(n), PL106-386, enacted into law on October 28,2000. Victims of Trafficking and Violence Protection Act (VTVPA) – ((Adjusted status)) FY 2001

SU0  Parent of SU6 Sec. 101(a)(15) of the INA as amended by (U)(i) section(o), PL106-386. Victims of Trafficking and Violence Protection Act (VTVPA)- ((Adjusted status)) FY 2001

SU6  Victim of criminal activity (U1 nonimmigrants) Sec. 101(a)(15) of the INA as amended by (U)(I) section(o), PL106-386. Victims of Trafficking and Violence Protection Act (VTVPA) – ((Adjusted status)) FY 2001

SU7  Spouse of SU6 Sec. 101(a)(15) of the INA as amended by (U)(I) section(o), PL106-386. Victims of Trafficking and Violence Protection Act (VTVPA) – ((Adjusted status)) FY 2001

SU8  Child of SU6 Sec. 101(a)(15) of the INA as amended by (U)(I) section(o), PL106-386. Victims of Trafficking and Violence Protection Act (VTVPA) – ((Adjusted status)) FY 2001

SY6  Certain Syrian Jewish nationals granted asylum, adjusting status independent of the asylee limit of 10000 (limited to 2000) Syrian Adjustment Act PL-106-378 (Oct. 27,2000) – ((Adjusted status)) FY 2001

SY7  Spouse of SY6 Syrian Adjustment Act PL-106-378 (Oct. 27, 2000)- ((Adjusted status)) FY 2001

SY8  Child or unmarried son or daughter of SY6 Syrian Adjustment Act PL-106-378 (Oct. 27, 2000)- ((Adjusted status)) FY 2001

T51  Employment creation immigrant (targeted area) – conditional. Sec. 203(b)(5)(B) of the INA – ((entered with IV))

T52  Spouse of an alien classified as T51 or T56 (targeted area) – conditional. Sec. 203(d) of the INA – ((entered with IV))

T53  Child of an alien classified as T51 or T56 (targeted area) – conditional. Sec. 203(d) of the INA – ((entered with IV))

T56  Employment creation immigrant (targeted area) -conditional. Sec. 203(b)(5)(B) of the INA – ((Adjusted status))

T57  Spouse of an alien classified as T51 or T56 (targeted area) – conditional. Sec. 203(d) of the INA – ((Adjusted status))

T58  Child of an alien classified as T51 or T56 (targeted area) – conditional. Sec. 203(d) of the INA – ((Adjusted status))

W16  Alien previously granted temporary resident status (legalization) who illegally entered the United States without inspection prior to Jan. 1, 1982. Sec. 245A(b) of the INA as added by PL-99-603 (Nov. 6, 1986) – ((Adjusted status))

W26  Alien previously granted temporary resident status (legalization) who entered the United States as a nonimmigrant and overstayed visa prior to Jan. 1, 1982.Sec. 245A(b) of the INA as added by PL-99-603 (Nov. 6, 1986) – ((Adjusted status))

W36  Alien previously granted temporary resident status (legalization) from a country granted blanket extended voluntary departure (EVD). Sec. 245A(b) of the INA as added by PL-99- 603 (Nov. 6, 1986) and Sec. 902 of PL-100-202 (Dec. 22, 1987) – ((Adjusted status))

W46  Late amnesty applicants (IRCA) Legal Immigration Family Equity (LIFE) Act and LIFE Act amendments of 2000 – ((Adjusted status)) FY 2001

XB3  Alien who is presumed to have been lawfully admitted for permanent residence.8 CFR 101.1 and OI- . 101.1 – ((Adjusted status))

XE3  Child born subsequent to the issuance of a visa. Parent is employment-based preference immigrant. Sec. 211(a)(1) of the INA as amended – ((entered with IV))

XF3  Child born subsequent to the issuance of a visa. Parent is a family-based preference immigrant. Sec. 211(a)(1) of the INA as amended – ((entered with IV))

XN3  Child born subsequent to the issuance of a visa. Parent is not a family-based preference, employment-based preference, or immediate relative immigrant. Sec. 211(a)(1) of the INA as amended – ((entered with IV))

XR3  Child born subsequent to the issuance of a visa. Parent is an immediate relative immigrant. Sec. 211(a)(1) of the INA as amended – ((entered with IV))

Y64  Refugee in the United States prior to July 1, 1953. Sec. 6 of PL-83-67 (Aug. 7, 1953) – ((Adjusted status))

Z03  Person in whose case record of admission for permanent resident status was created. Must have entered after June 30, 1924 and prior to June 28, 1940. Sec. 249 of the INA as amended by PL-89- 236 (Oct. 3, 1965) – ((Adjusted status))

Z11  Cancellation of removal. Alien granted suspension of deportation (other than crewman) and adjusted as preference or non-preference immigrant. Sec. 244(a)(5) of the INA. L – ((Adjusted status)) FY 1997

Z13  Cancellation of removal. Alien granted suspension of deportation (other than a crewman) and adjusted as an immediate relative of a U.S. citizen or a special immigrant. Sec. 244 of the INA as amended by PL-89- 236 (Oct. 3, 1965) – ((Adjusted status))

Z14  Cancellation of removal. Alien granted suspension of deportation or cancellation of removal pursuant to VAWA provisions. Violence Against Women Act (VAWA), Crime Bill, PL-103-322. – ((Adjusted status)) FY 1999

Z15  Cancellation of removal. Alien granted suspension of deportation or cancellation of removal; case record of LPR created. Nicaraguan Adjustment and Central American Relief Act NACARA),Sec. 203 of PL-105-100. – ((Adjusted status)) FY 1999

Z33  Person in whose case record of admission for permanent resident status was created. Must have entered prior to July 1, 1924. Sec. 249 of the INA as amended by PL-89- 236 (Oct. 3, 1965)

Z43  Private law, immediate relative of a U.S. citizen or special immigrant. Private Bill – ((Adjusted status))

Z56  Alien granted suspension of deportation who entered as a crewman on or before June 30, 1964 and adjusted as an immediate relative of a U.S. citizen or a special immigrant. Sec. 244 of the INA as amended by PL-89- 236 (Oct. 3, 1965)

Z57  Cancellation of removal. Alien granted suspension of deportation who entered as crewman on or before June 30, 1964 and adjusted as preference or non-preference immigrant Sec. 244 of the I&- ((Adjusted status)) Act. – ((Adjusted status)) FY 1997

Z66  Person in whose case record of admission for permanent resident status was created. Must have entered on or after June 28, 1940 and prior to Jan. 1, 1972.Sec. 249 of the INA as amended by PL-89-236 (Oct. 3, 1965) and PL-99-603 (Nov. 6,1986)

Z83  Foreign government official, immediate relative of a U.S. citizen or special immigrant. Sec. 13 of PL-85-316 (Sep. 11, 1957) – ((Adjusted status))

 

 

 

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Philippine J1 Spouse and Military DA: An Unexplored Option

By Franchesco Fickey Martinez • August 14, 2025
The J1 Visitor Exchange visa program has a high number of Philippine Citizens, with the Philippines ranking in the Top 20 countries in the fields of J1 Teachers, J1 Intern of Hotel and Hospitality Management, and J1 Trainees. The Philippines is also one of a few countries that no longer aims to provide a J1 Waiver through the No Objection Statement Waiver process (a waiver option that was very accessible until the 2020 Moratorium and 2021 Philippine EVP Policy Change). As a result, many Philippine J1 Exchange Visitors (that were/are subject to the 212e Special Skills List) have to pursue either: a visa option back in the Philippines (after waiting 2 years) or an I-612 Exceptional Hardship (based on the hardship of a US Citizen or Lawful Permanent Resident Spouse or Child). This article will cover an "uncommon" intersection where a J1 may pursue Military Deferred Action (while the J1 waits for the 2+ year Hardship Waiver to be approved). Obvious Requirement: The J1 must either be married to or be the parent of a US Citizen that is in the US Military as an: Active Duty Reservist Veteran If this relationship requirement is met, then the J1 must meet a few other criteria: Overstay a J Visa (to qualify for Military DA, the J1 either intentionally or unintentionally must become "Out of Status.") Not be in another status in the US, such as a tourist or Green Card applicant Service Member must have served honorably or continue to serve honorably J Visa Holder MUST have a game plan on what comes next (after the Military DA) Our office is discussing this topic as it is commonly overlooked by BaseLegal or other immigration law firms. Military DA can work simultaneously with a J1 Waiver process. Military DA can help keep a J Visa Holder safe from deportation and may even permit Employment Authorization, a Driver's License, and Health Insurance (common necessities for J Visa Holders when a J Visa expires). Disclaimer: This Blog is made available by the lawyer or law firm publisher for educational purposes only as well as to give you general information and a general understanding of the law, not to provide specific legal advice. By using this blog site you understand that there is no attorney-client relationship between you and the Blog/Web Site publisher. The Blog should not be used as a substitute for competent legal advice from a licensed professional attorney in your state.

Child of a US Citizen: eCRBA Process in the Philippines

By Franchesco Fickey Martinez • August 12, 2025
Congratulations on the birth of a US Citizen abroad! The Philippines is a very special place, from the good food to the welcoming culture. A baby or child of a US Citizen will also be a US Citizen (recognized) once the US Recognition Paperwork is completed. This applies applies to situations where: Both parents are US Citizens and the child was just born abroad during foreign travel Where one parent is a Philippine Citizen or Foreign National and the child was born abroad Where the child was born to a Philippine Citizen through Assisted Reproductive Technology to a Surrogate. The legal process is called: Consular Report of Birth Abroad (CRBA); or Electronic Consular Report of Birth Abroad (eCRBA) In the Philippines, parents have two location options in which to "report" the birth of the US Citizen: (1) US Embassy in Manila and (2) US Consulate in Cebu. Both locations in the Philippines utilize the new eCRBA system, which uses an online encrypted portal (MyTravelGov) to complete the reporting application, upload supporting documentation, and pay the Interview Scheduling Fee. How much does it cost? The CRBA costs $100; however, it is important to also consider the US Passport fee is currently (in 2025) $135. What documentation is required? Child's PSA Birth Certificate (NSO and LCR versions are NOT accepted) Two passport-styled photos of the child US Citizen's proof of US Citizenship, such as: US Birth Certificate, US Naturalization Certificate, US CRBA Certificate, and/or US Passport. Two forms of ID for the US Citizen parent(s) Legitimation documentation, such as a marriage or divorce certificate Proof of the US Citizen's physical presence in the United States BEFORE the child's birth (the specific amount of proof can differ depending on the situation). Child born in wedlock to U.S. citizen father and one non-U.S. citizen parent on or after November 14, 1986: U.S. citizen parent, prior to the birth of the applicant/child, had been physically present in the United States for five (5) years, at least two (2) of which were after the age of fourteen. Child born out of wedlock to one U.S. citizen parent and one non-U.S. citizen parent on or after November 14, 1986: U.S. citizen parent, prior to the birth of the applicant/child, had been physically present in the United States for five (5) years, at least two (2) of which were after the age of fourteen. Child born to two U.S. citizen parents who are married at the time of birth: one of the parents had been a resident in the United States prior to the applicant/child’s birth. Child born out of wedlock to U.S. citizen mother on or before June 11, 2017: the U.S. citizen mother must have been physically present in the United States for a continuous period of at least one year (365 days) prior to the birth of the child. Child born out of wedlock to U.S. citizen mother on or after June 12, 2017: the U.S. citizen mother must have been physically present in the United States for five (5) years prior to the birth, at least two (2) of which were after the age of fourteen. Evidence of mother's pregnancy (such as ultrasound reports with sonograms, pregnancy photos, and prenatal/medical records). For an child born via Assisted Reproductive Technology (ART), submit complete medical records documenting the procedure. Evidence of both parents' physical presence in the same location at the time of conception (proof can take the form of passports with country entry and exit stamps, Bureau of Immigration arrival and departure records, travel orders, and plane tickets/boarding passes). Evidence of parents' relationship before pregnancy, which can take the form of photos, social media, emails, and chat messages). Sequential or "growing up" photos of the child preferably with parents. Photos should span from the child’s birth to the present. How to schedule the eCRBA Appointment? Manila: Send an email request to ManilaCRBAappt@state.gov, or complete the online form: https://evisaforms.state.gov/acs/default.asp?postcode=MNL&appcode=1 Cebu: https://evisaforms.state.gov/acs/default.asp?postcode=MN2&appcode=1 Here are some of our other Philippine Related Content: https://www.fickeymartinezlaw.com/immigration/consular-processing/us-citizens-guide-to-marrying-in-the-philippines-and-immigrating-a-philippine-filipina-spouse-to-the-united-states https://www.fickeymartinezlaw.com/immigration/k-1-fiance-visa/us-citizens-guide-to-the-fiance-visa-process-in-manila-philippines https://www.fickeymartinezlaw.com/immigration-topic-philippine-fiance-or-spouse-living-outside-of-the-philippines-and-how-to-immigrate-to-the-us If you require assistance with the Philippine Fiance, Spousal Visa process, or Philippine CRBA process, please consider contacting our office to set up a consultation with our Immigration Attorney.

Immigration Topic: Philippine Fiance or Spouse living outside of the Philippines and how to Immigrate to the US

By Franchesco Fickey Martinez • July 17, 2025
Philippine Citizens frequently work abroad. The common term or title is OFW or Overseas Filipino Worker. Filipinos frequently find employment in the following countries: Saudi Arabia (23% of all OFWs) United Arab Emirates (13% of all OFWs) Kuwait (7% of all OFWs) Hong Kong (6% of all OFWs) Qatar (5% of all OFWs) Singapore (5% of all OFWs) Japan (3% of all OFWs) South Korea (1% of all OFWs) Nearly 1.83 million OFWs are working around the world, according to the PSA, Philippine Statistics Authority. The tendency to work in the Middle East or Asia is common, and since the Philippine Citizen usually knows English, there is a common trend to meet and date English Speaking individuals while abroad, such as US Citizen traveling or working abroad in those foreign countries. This article could be titled: How to Immigrate my Filipina Wife in Saudi Arabia to the US How to Immigrate my Filipina Wife in United Arab Emirates to the US How to Immigrate my Filipina Wife in Kuwait to the US At least, based on percentages. However, this article will cover common questions, required documents, and timelines for both a Fiance and Spouse of a US Citizen.

Is Military Parole in Place (PIP or MPIP) available in 2025?

By Franchesco Fickey Martinez • July 11, 2025
This is a very common question in the current administration expressed by service members and veteran's alike that need immigration assistance in starting the legal process of making a Spouse, Parent, or Child legal in the US. The question our office hears on a weekly basis: Is Military Parole in Place still available in 2025? Are MPIP I-131 filings being approved in 2025? Does USCIS still accept Parole-in-Place filings in 2025? The question can be asked a few different ways. The answer is the same: Yes. Military PIP is still available for spouses, parents, children, and step-children of service members (both active and reserve) and veterans who served honorably. There is heightened scrutiny with most immigration filings in 2025, meaning background checks may take longer, discrepancies in past immigration filings and public records are being discovered by USCIS, and USCIS is more critical on past criminal records. However, it is still available! Our law Firm's experience and costs for Military PIP can be found here: https://www.fickeymartinezlaw.com/practice-areas/military-parole-in-place More Parole In Place (PIP) Blog Posts: Our Law Firm has written numerous blog posts to aid in the Immigration Process. Our Blogs relating to the Military Parole in Place Process have received substantial attention across the nation as many Service Members and their Families consider pursuing this Immigration Process. Some of our popular blog posts are listed below: Parole in Place: Immigration Option For An Illegal Spouse, Child, Or Parent Of A Military Member Military Parole in Place: Eligibility Affidavit Preparing for the Parole In Place PIP Interview Can you be approved for PIP, but denied a Green Card? Permanent Bar for Two or More Illegal Entries – INA 212(a)(9)(C)(i) Military Deferred Action: A Parole in Place (PIP) Alternative Can a Military PIP Recipient receive a Social Security Card? DEERS Office and the need for Apostille / Legalized Foreign Documents

Can I file Military PIP along with an I-130 Petition?

By Franchesco Fickey Martinez • July 10, 2025
This article will cover the common question our office receives: Can I file Military PIP along with an I-130 Petition? In short: Generally, yes! Military PIP can be filed simultaneously with an I-130 Petition, if the following are true: If filing Military PIP for a parent, the child/service member/veteran is 21 years of age or OLDER, AND a US Citizen. If the service member is currently in the process of naturalizing, then MUST wait to become a US Citizen before starting the I-130 Petition. If filing Military PIP for a child, the parent/service member/veteran needs to show proof of being a legal or biological parent. For fathers, a DA test is extremely helpful, if related by blood. If a step-parent/step-child relationship is present, 100% of the focus is on the marriage, dates of the marriage, and status of the other parent/spouse. If filing Military PIP for a spouse, any and all PAST MARRIAGES must be legally ended, and proof readily available BEFORE you marry and before you start an I-130 Petition. Similar Topic: can you file the I-485 AOS along with the I-130 Petition and Military PIP? 100% No. We have seen countless denials of individuals being advised to do such a filing arrangement, but the end result is almost always: denial of the I-485. A denied I-485 normally leads to deportation court. Why can you file the I-130 with the Military PIP, but not with the I-485? The I-130 does NOT require a legal entry or parole PRIOR to starting the filing. The I-485 requires a legal entry or parole PRIOR to filing as a matter of eligibility. Anyone who entered the US Illegally, is normally required to pursue Consular Processing/the DS-260 Immigration process, versus the I-485 Adjustment of Status process within the US. The Name of the I-485: Adjustment of Status , means you MUST have a status to "adjust from." If you have no status, you are not eligible. Military PIP creates a temporary status and lawful entry, from which an immigrant can adjust from. What if I have further questions? You can contact our Immigration Law Firm to speak with our staff or to set up a consultation with our immigration attorney. Disclaimer: This Blog is made available by the lawyer or law firm publisher for educational purposes only as well as to give you general information and a general understanding of the law, not to provide specific legal advice. By using this blog site you understand that there is no attorney-client relationship between you and the Blog/Web Site publisher. The Blog should not be used as a substitute for competent legal advice from a licensed professional attorney in your state.

VA Benefits and the common I-864 RFE

By Franchesco Fickey Martinez • July 10, 2025
For starters, VA Permanent Disability is a form of tax-free income that is accepted by the USCIS Form I-864. This article will cover common issues, RFEs, and tips on how to show USCIS VA Disability Income COUNTS!!! Now, if you are stumbling upon this article, a one of a few possibilities has occurred: USCIS issued an RFE with the I-485 stating that they could not determine I-864 eligibility, based on the petitioner's adjusted gross income USCIS issued an RFE because there haven't been Taxes, W-2 or 1099, or paychecks within the past 3 years USCIS may be requiring a co-sponsor to the I-864 NVC may have stated that a co-sponsor is required, but that the decision will occur at the Consulate or Embassy In a nutshell, the I-864 "evaluates" financial stability to overcome poverty by reviewing a petitioner's (1) current estimated income, against (2) AGI/adjusted gross income of the most recent tax year. For VA Disabled Veterans, the VA Disability may be all or part of their income. Some veterans have part-time or full time jobs after military service, but they can generally overcome the I-864 with the W-2 Employment/paychecks. This article will cover the veterans whose TAXABLE income usually falls under $27k a year for a household of 2, $34k a year for a household of 3, and $41k for a household of 4. How to prove VA Disability? VA Benefit and Disability Information Letter, located on the VA Ebenefits Website ( Link found here ) DD-214 Past 12 months of Bank Statements from the Account that receives the Direct Deposits Print out from the VA Account Payment History VA ID Card What to do if USCIS issues an RFE? If the Petitioner/Sponsor's income is mainly from VA Permanent Disability, then the above 5 items can be provided to USCIS in a response. However, two more item is required. First, a clear letter must be drafted to state: Your income is TAX FREE, which is why it doesn't appear in the Federal AGI The Monthly and Annual VA Disability Amount (do the math so USCIS doesn't have to) Confirm/Compare your household size and VA Disability income EXCEEDS the minimum requirement as stated on the I-864P (https://www.uscis.gov/i-864p) Second, re-provide and possibly update the I-864 Form previously submitted. How to respond to USCIS RFEs? If you have online USCIS access to the RFE, then 100% upload the RFE Response to the USCIS System, as that automatically records the response in the USCIS System, making its processing and the overall immigration process more efficient. If you DO NOT have online USCIS access, then follow the instructions stated on the RFE Notice. The final page usually have the location where to mail the response to. What if I have further questions? You can contact our Immigration Law Firm to speak with our staff or to set up a consultation with our immigration attorney. Disclaimer: This Blog is made available by the lawyer or law firm publisher for educational purposes only as well as to give you general information and a general understanding of the law, not to provide specific legal advice. By using this blog site you understand that there is no attorney-client relationship between you and the Blog/Web Site publisher. The Blog should not be used as a substitute for competent legal advice from a licensed professional attorney in your state.

Lebanon J1 NOS Waiver Summary

By Franchesco Fickey Martinez • July 3, 2025
The J1 Waiver Process can be somewhat confusing. This article will summarize the process, and mention a few items that may cause issues. First, the J1 Waiver Process can be broken into 3 main parts: DS-3035, a waiver request filing with the Department of State Waiver Review Division No Objection Statement (NOS) Request from the foreign government I-612 Processing from USCIS Second, the MOST important part of the waiver is the "Foreign Government's involvement" Why? If the foreign government OBJECTS, the waiver will 100% fail. What does the Government of Lebanon Require? Mailing 1 packet/request to the Lebanon Embassy in the DC, address is as follows: Embassy of Lebanon, Attention: NOL Department, 2560 28th St. NW, Washington, DC 20008. The Packet MUST contain: $125 money order payable to the: Embassy of Lebanon. 2 addressed stamped envelopes: One envelope is a return envelope to the requestor or their attorney One envelope is for a physical copy of the No Objection Statement to be mailed to the DOS: Waiver Review Division, US Department of State, CA/VO/DO/W, SA-17, 11th Floor ,Washington, DC 20522-1711 [Note: in 2024, the DOS mainly recieves the NOS by email from the foreign embassy. The email is an instant transfer, whereas the mailed notice used to take weeks or months to process at the DOS] A Cover Letter for the Embassy to include: Reason for the request Contact information Exact date of arrival on the J-1 Visa and the port of entry Residential Address History in the United States Statement from you explaining whether your education or J Program in the United States is governmentally or privately financed Confirmation that relevant documentation and payment are enclosed DS-3035 Third-party Barcode Page (The Embassy of Lebanon would be the 3rd party in the DS-3035 Process) Either: A copy of the J1 degree from Lebanese institution (Most Common), OR A letter from the institution from which J1 graduated in Lebanon stating that the J1 are under no financial obligation to that institution A notarized statement (Signed before a US Notary) from the J1 Visa Holder stating that the J1 are under no financial obligation to any private or public institution in Lebanon. Copy of the Lebanese passport biographic page Copy of any US Visa, especially any and all J1 Visas Copy of the I-94 and travel history from the CBP Website Third, the DS-3035 must be correctly completed The DS-3035 must be completed correctly, as it directly affects the determination of eligibility and whether the overall request can even be approved. The biggest pitfall is either writing an inconsistent statement of reason or writing too much of a statement that the underlying purpose for the waiver is lost. A deeper dive into the reason statement can be seen here: https://www.fickeymartinezlaw.com/j1-waiver-ds-3035-statement-of-reason-template-and-explanation The next biggest pitfall is NOT including EVERY DS-2019. More info found here: https://www.fickeymartinezlaw.com/j1-ds-3035-topic-of-missing-a-ds-2019-for-the-waiver-filing Fourth, the I-612 process with USCIS Once all of the DOS processing and Lebanon processing is completed, the file is packaged up and submitted to USCIS for final process. This process is called the I-612 waiver process. It is free, happens automatically, and normally processes in 1-4 months. USCIS will provide a Receipt Notice, and more importantly, an Approval Notice (assuming Lebanon and DOS did not object and provided a "favorable recommendation," respectively). Conclusion: If you have questions or need assistance with the J1 Waiver Process, please schedule a consultation with our immigration attorney. Visit our J1 Waiver Page for more relevant blogs regarding the J1 Waiver Process: https://www.fickeymartinezlaw.com/practice-areas/j1-visa-waiver Here are 2 Lebanon Items that are frequently overlooked: Lebanese Birth Certificate: https://www.fickeymartinezlaw.com/lebanese-birth-certificate-wathikat-welada-and-us-immigration Credentialing Foreign Education: https://www.fickeymartinezlaw.com/employment-immigration/credential-evaluation-reports-for-immigration-purposes Disclaimer: This Blog is made available by the lawyer or law firm publisher for educational purposes only as well as to give you general information and a general understanding of the law, not to provide specific legal advice. By using this blog site you understand that there is no attorney-client relationship between you and the Blog/Web Site publisher. The Blog should not be used as a substitute for competent legal advice from a licensed professional attorney in your state.

Honduras J-1 No Objection Statement Process

By Franchesco Fickey Martinez • June 27, 2025
This article will explain the J-1 NOS Process for Honduras, as well as explain the alternative waiver process is you are deemed ineligible to receive an NOS Waiver. First, who needs a J1 Waiver? Merely applying for the NOS Waiver from Honduras is not enough to be approved of the J1 Waiver. Similarly, merely completing the DS-3035 is not enough. The DOS Waiver Review Division will require the J1 Visa Holder to show a clear need for the waiver, or else the DS-3035 will be denied. So, what clearly NEEDS a J1 Waiver. Well, that is what is to occur AFTER the J1 Waiver is approved. The J Visa Restricts all of the following: Immigration to the US (acquire Lawful Permanent Residence or Green Card) either through the I-485 Adjustment of Status process or the DS-260 Consular Process K-1 Fiance Visa H Employment Visa L Employment Visa It is these restrictions that NEED a waiver, and the J1 must prove a clear path to one of the above immigration options. More information can be seen here: https://www.fickeymartinezlaw.com/j1-waiver-ds-3035-statement-of-reason-template-and-explanation Second, are you a J1 that even requires a Waiver? There are unrestricted and restricted J1 Professionals. The Restricted Professionals are generally: J1 Teacher/Professor/Instructor J1 Specialist J1 Researcher J1 Physician J1 Intern/Trainee J1 Summer Camp Counselor J1 University Student (Undergraduate, Graduate, and Professional/Doctoral) How can you determine if you are a restricted type of J1? Merely review the Special Skills List. A little about the 2024 update to the schedule skill list can be seen here: https://www.fickeymartinezlaw.com/j1-special-skills-list-major-dos-update-december-9-2024 Third, are you unsure if the waiver is still needed? A DOS Waiver Review Division Advisory Opinion can provide a DOS determination if a waiver is even required, and the basis that the waiver is required. A brief explanation can be seen here: https://www.fickeymartinezlaw.com/immigration/when-should-a-j1-j2-perform-a-dos-advisory-opinion Please note: MOST J1 are subject due to the special skill list. Some are subject due to (1) government funding or (2) medical residency. These two subjections have very very few waiver options, and may be barred from a waiver availability. Fourth, Brief Overview of the NOS Process: The NOS Waiver process is broken into 2 packets and 3 phases . PHASE 1: Initiating Packet 1: The DOS DS-3035 Waiver Recommendation Application is an electronic filing that auto-generates the forms, statement of reason, and list of DOS required documents. This packet goes to the DOS for processing. Packet 2: The Honduran J1 NOS Waiver Application is filed with the Honduran Embassy at: 1220 19th St. NW, Suite 320, Washington, DC, 20036. The Embassy required documents will be discussed below. Phase 2: Processing Packet 2 might be called packet 2 in the explanation, but it is the first that MUST BE PROCESSED. Honduras must not object, Honduras must create the No Objection Statement, and Honduras must send that statement to the DOS to merge into Packet 1. Once Packet 1 receives the No Objection Statement, that is when the DOS begins processing the DS-3035. Phase 3: Finalizing/Recording in the Government System If DOS issues a Favorable Recommendation, the file is then submitted to USCIS, USCIS issues an I-612 Receipt Notice, and then USCIS issues an I-612 Approval Notice. An I-612 Approval Notice is the full completion of the J1 Waiver Process. Fifth, what documents are required by the Honduran Embassy: This list is fairly templated, but it does assist the Embassy in processing the request: Proof of payment of $30.00 via Money Order payable to the Consulate of Honduras for processing the Letter of No Objection from the Government of Honduras. A Signed Letter by the J1 stating: Name and contact information Statement of how the J-1 visa was obtained Amount of time elapsed since entering the United States under J-1 status Admission that, by accepting a J-1 visa, the applicant agreed to return to Honduras for a period of no less than two years. Explanation of the reasons for not wishing to return to Honduras. [Comparison: this is similar to the above first point regarding what "needs" the J1 Waiver] Original letter from the institution that sponsored the J-1 visa, stating that it has no objection to the applicant returning to Honduras. Either: Affidavit from the applicant stating that the letter requested in the previous section is signed by the sponsor of their J-1 Visa, or Affidavit stating that the institution does not issue this type of letter. The Affidavit MUST either be completed before the Honduran Consulate upon payment of $50.00 by Money Order; or Affidavit from the applicant MUST be authenticated by Notary Public and Apostilled in accordance to the Hague Convention. Copy of ALL "DS-2019: Certificate of Eligibility for Exchange Visitor (J-1) Status" document. Copy of the "DS-3035: J-1 Visa Waiver Recommendation Application" document. DOS Third Party Barcode Page. Copy of All issued Honduran passports and ALL J-1 visa(s) and J-2 visa(s). A duly authenticated copy of the Cooperation Agreement between the petitioner and an institution of the Government of Honduras or a Non-Governmental Organization (NGO) operating in Honduras, which must include at least the following: Statement of purpose. Document proving the legal representation of the signatory. (Certificate issued by the Directorate of Registration, Regulation, and Monitoring of Civil Associations (DIRRSAC). Document proving the legal status of the institution or NGO. (Certificate issued by the Directorate of Registration, Regulation, and Monitoring of Civil Associations (DIRRSAC). Description of the cooperation to be carried out. Duration of the cooperation (no less than two years). Exact work to be performed by the petitioner. Number of weekly hours the petitioner will work. If you are interested in learning more about our law firm J1 Services, we welcome you to visit our website. Disclaimer: This Blog is made available by the lawyer or law firm publisher for educational purposes only as well as to give you general information and a general understanding of the law, not to provide specific legal advice. By using this blog site you understand that there is no attorney-client relationship between you and the Blog/Web Site publisher. The Blog should not be used as a substitute for competent legal advice from a licensed professional attorney in your state.

I-864 Sponsorship: How is SSI and SSDI Assessed?

By Franchesco Fickey Martinez • May 29, 2025
The I-864 is a Sponsorship Form from USCIS that is used in nearly all Family-based Immigration. This Blog Post will address how SSI and SSDI is assessed in this process. SSI (Supplemental Security Income) provides financial assistance to older adults and persons with disabilities (regardless of age) with very limited income and resources. SSI is […] The post I-864 Sponsorship: How is SSI and SSDI Assessed? appeared first on Fickey Martinez Law Firm.

I-864 Asset Calculations

By Franchesco Fickey Martinez • May 28, 2025
The I-864 Form (Affidavit of Support) allows the US Government to assess someone’s financial capability to support a sponsored person, whether they are a spouse, parent, child, sibling, and even friend. The I-864 primarily assesses two areas of someone’s financials: Annual Income, derived from Paystubs / Pay Checks Adjusted Gross Income taken from the most […] The post I-864 Asset Calculations appeared first on Fickey Martinez Law Firm.