PORT AU PRINCE, Haiti, CMC -The U.S. State Division has suspended routine visa providers at its embassy right here.
In an announcement, the U.S. Embassy stated that within the wake of escalating gang violence, it is just accepting expedited nonimmigrant visa appointments for life-or-death medical emergencies -with proof of journey plans.
Nonetheless – nonimmigrant visa candidates could apply at any embassy or consulate the place they’re bodily current and the place appointments can be found.
“Candidates can request an expedited appointment as soon as an interview has been scheduled however should describe the distinctive circumstances that justify such a request.”
As well as, routine immigrant visa appointments are additionally suspended till additional discover.
In the meantime, the American Citizen Providers Unit within the Consular Part continues to supply providers for U.S. residents in Haiti.
Regarding Haitian nationals in the US, they’ve been reminded that the prolonged Momentary Protected Standing re-registration interval for present beneficiaries runs by Aug. 3, 2024.
The extension permits for the submission of Kind I-821, Utility for Momentary Protected Standing, and Kind I-765, Utility for Employment Authorization, any time earlier than Aug. 3.
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