As of December 20, 2019, certain citizens of Liberia can apply for permanent residence in the United States. This is a victory for Liberians who have been living year to year with Temporary Protected Status, Deferred Departure, Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals, or without status.
The application period is open now and ends on December
20, 2020.
Eligibility requirements are as follows:
- Continuous physical presence in the United
states since November 20, 2014 - Not having been convicted of an aggravated
felony - Not having been convicted of two or more crimes
of moral turpitude (a category of crimes for immigration purposes that is wider
than it sounds) - Not having persecuted others in Liberia.
- The spouses and unmarried children of eligible
Liberian nationals are also eligible to apply.
Eligibility requirements do not include:
- Proving the applicant is not a public charge
- Proving the applicant entered the United States
with inspection
Saev Hernandez Immigration Practice is ready to help any Liberian nationals who want to take advantage of this opportunity to gain permanent residence. Our attorneys can evaluate your eligibility, help you prove continuous presence, and complete the paperwork for you. Because there is a deadline, we encourage interested applicants to consult with a trusted immigration attorney for assistance as soon as possible.