This bill provides temporary protected status to Venezuelan nationals living in the U.S., allowing them to stay and work legally due to the situation in their home country.
If you are from Venezuela and living in the U.S., you may be able to stay and work legally for 18 months.
Who this affects
Venezuelan nationals
What changes is this bill making?
1This bill allows Venezuelan nationals in the U.S. to apply for temporary protected status.
2It grants this status for an initial period of 18 months.
3Eligible Venezuelans must have been in the U.S. continuously since the bill's enactment.
4The Secretary of Homeland Security can allow temporary travel abroad for those with this status.
5There is a fee of $360 to apply, but waivers are available for some applicants.
