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		<title>Visa Bonds for FIFA World Cup 2026 Travelers</title>
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			<h1>Visa Bonds for FIFA World Cup 2026 Travelers:</h1>
<h2>What Visitors From Certain Countries Need to Know Before Applying for a U.S. Visa</h2>
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The <strong>FIFA World Cup 2026</strong> is bringing great excitement to families, fans, athletes, and communities across the world. Many people are preparing to travel to the United States to attend matches, visit family, support their national teams, and be part of a historic global event.</p>
<p>However, for some travelers, especially those applying for a B1/B2 visitor visa with passports from certain countries, the U.S. government has added an important financial requirement: a visa bond.
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			<p><a href="https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/News/visas-news/countries-subject-to-visa-bonds.html?ref=ariasvilla.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>The Department of State</strong></a> has published a <a href="#list"><strong>list of countries</strong></a> whose nationals may be required to post a bond before a B1/B2 visitor visa can be issued. The bond may be $5,000, $10,000, or $15,000, and the amount is determined at the visa interview. The Department of State states that this requirement applies to citizens or nationals traveling on passports issued by the listed countries who are otherwise eligible for a B1/B2 visa.</p>
<p>This is especially important for <strong>FIFA World Cup 2026</strong> travelers because buying a World Cup ticket does not automatically guarantee that a person will receive a U.S. visa or be admitted to the United States. Even when a bond waiver may apply, the consular officer must still complete screening and vetting and determine that the applicant meets all requirements under U.S. law.</p>
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			<h3>What Is a Visa Bond?</h3>
<p><strong>A visa bond is a financial bond required by the U.S. government from certain B1/B2 visitor visa applicants. The purpose is to help ensure that the visitor follows the terms of the visa and leaves the United States on time.</strong></p>
<p>The current visa bond program was established as a temporary pilot program under section 221(g)(3) of the Immigration and Nationality Act. The Department of State’s <a href="https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2025/08/05/2025-14826/visas-visa-bond-pilot-program?ref=ariasvilla.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Temporary Final Rule</strong></a> states that consular officers may require a maintenance of status and departure bond from certain B1/B2 applicants from countries identified by the Department as having high visa overstay rates, deficient screening and vetting information, or certain citizenship-by-investment programs.</p>
<p>The pilot program began on August 20, 2025, and is scheduled to end on August 5, 2026, unless the government later changes or extends it.</p>
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			<h3>Is This the Same as an ICE Immigration Bond?</h3>
<p><strong>No. There is an important distinction.</strong></p>
<p>A visa bond is connected to a person applying for a U.S. visitor visa from outside the United States. It is handled through the visa process and paid through the official U.S. government Pay.gov system after a consular officer instructs the applicant to do so.</p>
<p>An ICE immigration bond is usually connected to a person who is already in the United States and has been detained or placed in immigration enforcement proceedings. The World Cup visa bond discussed here is not the same thing as a detention bond, and families should be careful not to confuse the two.</p>
<p>This distinction matters because many people searching for “immigration bond,” “ICE bond,” or “visa bond” may find confusing information online. For FIFA World Cup 2026 travelers, the relevant issue is the Department of State B1/B2 visa bond requirement, not an ICE detention bond.</p>
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			<h3>Which Countries Are Subject to the Visa Bond Requirement?</h3>
<p>According to the <a href="https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/News/visas-news/countries-subject-to-visa-bonds.html?ref=ariasvilla.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Department of State’s May 13, 2026 update</strong></a>, nationals traveling on passports issued by the following countries are listed as subject to visa bond requirements, with implementation dates shown by the government:</p>
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			<p>Algeria (January 21, 2026)<br />
Angola (January 21, 2026)<br />
Antigua and Barbuda (January 21, 2026)<br />
Bangladesh (January 21, 2026)<br />
Benin (January 21, 2026)<br />
Bhutan (January 1, 2026)<br />
Botswana (January 1, 2026)<br />
Burundi (January 21, 2026)<br />
Cabo Verde (January 21, 2026)<br />
Cambodia (April 2, 2026)<br />
Central African Republic (January 1, 2026)<br />
Cote D’Ivoire (January 21, 2026)<br />
Cuba (January 21, 2026)<br />
Djibouti (January 21, 2026)<br />
Dominica (January 21, 2026)<br />
Ethiopia (April 2, 2026)</p>
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			<p>Fiji (January 21, 2026)<br />
Gabon (January 21, 2026)<br />
The Gambia (October 11, 2025)<br />
Georgia (April 2, 2026)<br />
Grenada (April 2, 2026)<br />
Guinea (January 1, 2026)<br />
Guinea-Bissau (January 1, 2026)<br />
Kyrgyz Republic (January 21, 2026)<br />
Lesotho (April 2, 2026)<br />
Malawi (August 20, 2025)<br />
Mauritania (October 23, 2025)<br />
Mauritius (April 2, 2026)<br />
Mongolia (April 2, 2026)<br />
Mozambique (April 2, 2026)<br />
Namibia (January 1, 2026)<br />
Nepal (January 21, 2026)<br />
Nicaragua (April 2, 2026)</p>
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			<p>Nigeria (January 21, 2026)<br />
Papua New Guinea (April 2, 2026)<br />
Sao Tome and Principe (October 23, 2025)<br />
Senegal (January 21, 2026)<br />
Seychelles (April 2, 2026)<br />
Tajikistan (January 21, 2026)<br />
Tanzania (October 23, 2025)<br />
Togo (January 21, 2026)<br />
Tonga (January 21, 2026)<br />
Tunisia (April 2, 2026)<br />
Turkmenistan (January 1, 2026)<br />
Tuvalu (January 21, 2026)<br />
Uganda (January 21, 2026)<br />
Vanuatu (January 21, 2026)<br />
Venezuela (January 21, 2026)<br />
Zambia (August 20, 2025)<br />
Zimbabwe (January 21, 2026)</p>
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			<p>For people from these countries, the bond requirement can become a serious part of planning for <strong>The World Cup</strong>. The issue is not only whether someone can buy a ticket. The larger question is whether the person can qualify for the visa, attend the visa interview, pay the required bond if instructed, enter and exit through the required ports, and leave the United States within the authorized time.</p>
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			<h3>How Much Is the Visa Bond?</h3>
<p><strong>The bond may be set at:</strong><br />
<strong>$5,000</strong><br />
<strong>$10,000</strong><br />
<strong>$15,000</strong></p>
<p>The consular officer determines the amount at the time of the visa interview. The Department of State states that the applicant must also submit <a href="https://www.ice.gov/doclib/forms/i352.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>DHS Form I-352</strong></a> and agree to the bond terms through <a href="https://www.pay.gov/public/home" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Pay.gov</strong></a>, the Department of the Treasury’s online payment platform.</p>
<p>This can create a very heavy financial burden. For many families in the affected countries, $5,000 to $15,000 may represent months or years of savings. Even when the money may be returned if the person complies with the bond terms, the traveler still needs access to the funds before the visa can be issued.</p>
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			<h3>Does Paying the Bond Guarantee the Visa?</h3>
<p><strong>No. A visa bond does not guarantee that a visa will be issued.</strong></p>
<p>The Department of State clearly states that a bond does not guarantee visa issuance. It also warns that applicants should only submit Form I-352 and pay the bond after a consular officer directs them to do so. If someone pays fees without a consular officer’s direction, those fees will not be returned.</p>
<p>This is one of the most important warnings for World Cup travelers: do not pay a third-party website, do not send money to someone claiming they can “secure” the bond, and do not pay anything outside the official government process.</p>

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			<h3>How Must the Bond Be Paid?</h3>
<p><strong>The bond must be paid only through the official U.S. government Pay.gov platform after the applicant receives instructions from a consular officer.</strong></p>
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			<p>The Department of State warns applicants not to use third-party websites for posting the bond. The U.S. government says it is not responsible for money paid outside its systems.</p>
<p>This warning is very important because World Cup-related scams may increase as the tournament approaches. A person who is anxious to travel, already paid for tickets, and is afraid of losing money may be especially vulnerable to fake “visa bond assistance” websites or unofficial agents.</p>
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			<h3>What Ports of Entry Must Visa Bond Travelers Use?</h3>
<p><strong>Travelers who post a visa bond must enter and exit the United States through designated ports of entry.</strong></p>
<p>The Department of State currently states that visa bond holders must use commercial air ports of entry, including CBP preclearance locations. Visa bond holders may not use charter air, general aviation, land ports, or sea ports of entry. Failing to follow this requirement may lead to denied entry or a departure not being properly recorded.</p>
<p>For World Cup travelers, this is very practical. A person should not plan to enter the United States by land from Mexico or Canada if they are traveling under a visa bond. A person should also be careful with travel plans that include cruises, private flights, or charter flights.</p>
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			<h3>When Is the Bond Returned?</h3>
<p>According to the Department of State, the bond will be canceled and the money returned automatically if DHS records show that the visa holder departed the United States on or before the date they were authorized to stay, if the visa holder does not travel to the United States before the visa expires, or if the visa holder applies for admission and is denied entry at the U.S. port of entry.</p>
<p>This means the traveler must be very careful about the date on the I-94 record and the authorized period of stay. The visa expiration date is not always the same as the date by which the person must leave the United States.</p>
<p>The Department of State states that DHS will send cases to USCIS when it believes the visa holder may have broken the bond terms. Examples include departing after the authorized stay expired, remaining in the United States after the authorized stay, or applying to adjust out of nonimmigrant status, including claiming asylum.</p>
<p>This point is very serious. A person who enters with a visitor visa after posting a bond should not assume the bond is just a deposit. It comes with immigration obligations. The traveler must understand the limits of the B1/B2 visa and should not make plans that conflict with the purpose of the visitor visa.</p>
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			<h3>Do all FIFA World Cup 2026 Travelers Have to Pay the Visa Bond?</h3>
<p>Some do, and some may be exempt.</p>
<p>The Department of State states that the Administration will waive the visa bond requirement for certain individuals traveling to the United States for the FIFA World Cup 2026. The waiver applies to <strong>athletes</strong> and <strong>team members</strong>, including <strong>coaches</strong>, <strong>persons performing a necessary support role, and immediate relatives</strong>, when they are nationals of countries competing in the FIFA World Cup 2026 and meet all visa requirements.</p>
<p>The bond may also be waived for nationals of competing countries who, by April 15, purchased FIFA World Cup tickets and opted in to the FIFA Priority Appointment Scheduling System, known as FIFA PASS, through the FIFA website, if they are otherwise fully eligible for a U.S. visitor visa.</p>
<p>This is a narrow exemption. <strong>It should not be read as a general rule</strong> that every World Cup ticket holder is excused from the visa bond.</p>
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			<h3>Who may be exempt from the 2026 FIFA World Cup visa bond?</h3>
<p>Based on the Department of State’s published guidance, the following groups may be exempt from the visa bond requirement for FIFA World Cup 2026 travel:</p>
<h4>1. Athletes and Team Members</h4>
<p>This includes athletes, coaches, people performing necessary support roles, and immediate relatives, if they are nationals of countries competing in the FIFA World Cup 2026 and otherwise meet the visa requirements.</p>
<h4>2. Certain Ticket Holders Who Purchased by April 15 and Opted Into FIFA PASS</h4>
<p>The Department of State states that the bond will also be waived for nationals of competing countries who, by April 15, purchased FIFA World Cup tickets and opted in to FIFA PASS through the FIFA website, if they are otherwise fully eligible for a visitor visa.</p>
<h3>3. Applicants Who Receive a Government Waiver Under the Pilot Program</h3>
<p>The Federal Register rule gives the Deputy Assistant Secretary for Visa Services authority to waive the bond requirement for an individual, country, or category of applicants if the waiver is not contrary to the national interest. A consular officer may recommend a waiver where the officer believes it would advance a national or humanitarian interest. However, the rule also states there is no procedure for visa applicants to apply for a waiver of the bond requirement.</p>
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			<h3>Why Is the U.S. Government Requiring Visa Bonds?</h3>
<p>The Department of State says visa bond requirements are based on INA section 221(g)(3), the Temporary Final Rule establishing the pilot program, and B1/B2 overstay rates from DHS Entry/Exit Overstay Reports.</p>
<p>The Federal Register explains that the pilot program applies to certain B1/B2 applicants who are nationals of countries identified for high visa overstay rates, deficient screening and vetting information, or certain citizenship-by-investment programs. The Department also states that the pilot program will help assess the operational feasibility of posting, processing, and discharging visa bonds.</p>
<p>In plain language, the government is using the bond as a compliance tool. It wants to encourage timely departure and test whether a bond system can be administered effectively.</p>
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			<h3>How This Affects Families From the Listed Countries</h3>
<p>For families in the listed countries, the visa bond requirement may change the entire financial calculation of attending the 2026 FIFA World Cup.</p>
<p>A World Cup trip already involves major costs: match tickets, airfare, hotel, local transportation, food, insurance, and time away from work. A visa bond of $5,000, $10,000, or $15,000 adds a separate amount that must be available before travel. Even if the bond may be returned after compliance, many families may not have the ability to place that much money into a government bond account for a temporary trip.</p>
<p>The impact may be especially difficult for people in countries facing economic pressure, currency restrictions, political instability, or limited access to U.S. visa appointments. It may also affect families who planned to send several members to the tournament, because each eligible applicant could face separate visa requirements.</p>
<p>The practical result is that some fans may have tickets but still face a difficult or impossible visa process. Others may be able to travel only if they qualify for a World Cup-related waiver, already purchased tickets by the required date, opted into FIFA PASS, and are otherwise eligible for a visitor visa.</p>
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			<h3>Separate Visa Restrictions May Also Matter for Some Countries</h3>
<p>Some countries on the bond list are also affected by separate U.S. visa issuance restrictions under Presidential Proclamation 10998. <a href="https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/News/visas-news/suspension-of-visa-issuance-to-foreign-nationals-to-protect-the-security-of-the-united-states.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">The Department of State states that</a>, effective January 1, 2026, visa issuance was fully or partially suspended for nationals of certain countries, with limited exceptions. The partial suspension list includes Angola, Antigua and Barbuda, Benin, Burundi, Côte d’Ivoire, Cuba, Dominica, Gabon, The Gambia, Malawi, Mauritania, Nigeria, Senegal, Tanzania, Togo, Tonga, Venezuela, Zambia, and Zimbabwe for B1/B2 visitor visas and certain other categories.</p>
<p>This matters because a traveler may face more than one issue: a visa bond requirement, a possible visa issuance restriction, normal visa eligibility requirements, screening and vetting, and inspection by CBP at the port of entry.</p>
<p>The same Department of State page also lists limited exceptions, including participants in certain major sporting events and lawful permanent residents.</p>
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			<h3>A World Cup Ticket Is Not a Visa</h3>
<p><strong>This must be repeated clearly: a FIFA World Cup ticket is not a visa.</strong></p>
<p>A ticket may help a traveler show the reason for the trip, and FIFA PASS may help eligible ticket holders with priority visa interview scheduling, but the visa decision remains with the U.S. government. The Department of State states that no visa is issued until the consular officer completes screening and vetting and determines that the applicant meets all requirements under U.S. law.</p>
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			<h3>What Should Affected Travelers Do Before Applying?</h3>
<p><strong>Affected travelers should prepare carefully before the visa interview.</strong></p>
<p>They should confirm whether their country is listed, whether their national team is competing, whether they purchased tickets by April 15, whether they opted into FIFA PASS, whether they are applying for a B1/B2 visitor visa, and whether they may be affected by any separate visa restrictions.</p>
<p>They should also gather evidence showing the temporary purpose of the trip, their financial ability to travel, their ties to their home country, and their plan to depart the United States on time. A visitor visa applicant should be ready to explain why they are traveling, how long they will stay, where they will stay, and why they will return home.</p>
<p>For people who may be required to post a bond, it is also important to prepare financially. They should not pay the bond unless a consular officer instructs them to do so, and they should only use the official Pay.gov process.</p>
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<h3>What is a visa bond for World Cup 2026 travelers?</h3>
<p>A visa bond is a financial bond that certain B1/B2 visitor visa applicants may be required to post before a visa can be issued. For affected World Cup travelers, the bond may be $5,000, $10,000, or $15,000, depending on the consular officer’s decision at the visa interview.</p>
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<h3>Does every FIFA World Cup 2026 ticket holder need to pay a visa bond?</h3>
<p>No. Not every ticket holder needs to pay a visa bond. The requirement applies to certain B1/B2 visa applicants traveling on passports issued by countries listed by the Department of State. Some World Cup travelers may qualify for a waiver, including certain athletes, team members, immediate relatives, and qualifying ticket holders.</p>
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<h3>If I bought a World Cup ticket, does that guarantee my U.S. visa?</h3>
<p>No. A World Cup ticket does not guarantee a visa. The Department of State states that no visa is issued until the consular officer completes screening and vetting and determines that the applicant meets all requirements under U.S. law.</p>
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<h3>Who may be exempt from the visa bond for FIFA World Cup 2026?</h3>
<p>The bond requirement may be waived for athletes and team members, including coaches, necessary support personnel, and immediate relatives, who are nationals of countries competing in the FIFA World Cup 2026 and meet the visa requirements. It may also be waived for nationals of competing countries who bought tickets by April 15 and opted into FIFA PASS, if they are otherwise eligible for a visitor visa.</p>
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<h3>What is FIFA PASS?</h3>
<p>FIFA PASS means the FIFA Priority Appointment Scheduling System. It is connected to World Cup ticket holders and visa interview scheduling. For the visa bond waiver, the Department of State specifically refers to nationals of competing countries who purchased FIFA World Cup tickets by April 15 and opted into FIFA PASS through the FIFA website.</p>
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<h3>If I bought my World Cup ticket after April 15, can I still get a bond waiver?</h3>
<p>Based on the Department of State’s published language, the specific ticket-holder waiver applies to nationals of competing countries who purchased tickets by April 15 and opted into FIFA PASS. If a ticket was purchased after April 15, the person should not assume the visa bond will be waived.</p>
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<h3>How much money can the U.S. government require for a visa bond?</h3>
<p>The government may require $5,000, $10,000, or $15,000. The amount is decided by the consular officer at the visa interview. The bond must be paid only after the consular officer directs the applicant to do so.</p>
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<h3>Can I pay the visa bond before my interview to make my case stronger?</h3>
<p>No. Applicants should not pay the bond unless a consular officer instructs them to do so. The Department of State warns that if someone pays fees without a consular officer’s direction, the fees will not be returned.</p>
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<h3>Where do I pay the visa bond?</h3>
<p>The visa bond must be paid through the official Pay.gov system after the applicant receives instructions from a consular officer. The Department of State warns applicants not to use third-party websites to post the bond.</p>
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<h3>Does paying the bond mean I will receive my visa?</h3>
<p>No. The Department of State clearly states that a bond does not guarantee visa issuance. The applicant must still qualify for the visa under U.S. law.</p>
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<h3>Will I get the bond money back?</h3>
<p>The bond may be canceled and returned if DHS records show that the traveler departed the United States on or before the authorized stay expired, if the traveler did not travel before the visa expired, or if the traveler applied for admission and was denied entry at the port of entry.</p>
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<h3>What can cause the bond to be breached?</h3>
<p>A bond may be breached if DHS records show that the traveler departed late, stayed in the United States after the authorized stay expired, or applied to adjust out of nonimmigrant status, including claiming asylum. These cases are sent to USCIS to determine whether there was a breach.</p>
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<h3>Can I enter the United States through Mexico or Canada if I posted a visa bond?</h3>
<p>Visa bond holders may not use land ports of entry. The Department of State says visa bond holders must enter and exit through commercial air ports of entry, including CBP preclearance locations, and may not use charter air, general aviation, land, or sea ports of entry.</p>
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<h3>Can I arrive by cruise ship if I posted a visa bond?</h3>
<p>No. The Department of State states that visa bond holders may not use sea ports of entry. A traveler who posted a visa bond should not plan to enter or exit the United States by cruise ship.</p>
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<h3>Does the bond requirement apply if I apply for the visa in a third country?</h3>
<p>Yes. The Department of State states that the requirement applies regardless of place of application. This means applying at a U.S. consulate outside the applicant’s country of nationality does not automatically avoid the bond requirement.</p>
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<h3>Is the visa bond requirement permanent?</h3>
<p>The current rule is a pilot program scheduled from August 20, 2025, to August 5, 2026. The government may later decide whether to change, extend, end, or expand the program.</p>
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<h3>Can I apply for a waiver of the visa bond?</h3>
<p>The Federal Register rule gives waiver authority to the Deputy Assistant Secretary for Visa Services, but it also states there is no procedure for visa applicants to apply for a waiver of the bond requirement. Consular officers determine whether a waiver may advance a national or humanitarian interest based on the application and interview.</p>
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<h3>Are Venezuelan, Cuban, Nigerian, Angolan, or Senegalese World Cup travelers affected?</h3>
<p>Yes, nationals traveling on passports from Venezuela, Cuba, Nigeria, Angola, Senegal, and other listed countries are included in the Department of State’s visa bond country list. Some of these countries are also named in separate visa issuance restrictions, so applicants should review both the bond requirement and any separate visa restrictions before making travel plans.</p>
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<h3>Should I buy World Cup tickets before knowing whether I qualify for a visa?</h3>
<p>That is a personal decision, but it can be risky. A World Cup ticket does not guarantee a visa, does not guarantee admission to the United States, and does not automatically waive the bond. A traveler from a listed country should understand the visa process before making large nonrefundable payments.</p>
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<h3>What should I bring to the visa interview?</h3>
<p>A B1/B2 applicant should be prepared to show the purpose of the trip, the planned length of stay, financial ability to pay for the trip, ties to the home country, and intent to depart the United States on time. World Cup travelers should also keep proof of ticket purchase, <strong><a href="https://www.fifa.com/en/tournaments/mens/worldcup/canadamexicousa2026/articles/travel-visas-fifa-pass" target="_blank" rel="noopener">FIFA PASS</a></strong> opt-in if applicable, travel itinerary, hotel plans, employment or business ties, and family or property ties abroad.</p>
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<h3>What is the biggest mistake World Cup visa applicants should avoid?</h3>
<p>The biggest mistake is assuming that a ticket is enough. The visa officer must still decide whether the applicant qualifies for a visa. Affected travelers should also avoid paying third parties for a “visa bond,” entering through a prohibited port, staying past the authorized period, or making plans inconsistent with a temporary visitor visa.</p>
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			<p>If you or your family are planning to travel to the United States for the FIFA World Cup 2026 and you are from one of the countries listed by the Department of State, it is important to understand the visa bond requirement before making final travel decisions.</p>
<p><strong>Every case is different.</strong> A World Cup ticket may support the reason for travel, but it does not replace the visa process, the screening requirements, or the need to follow U.S. immigration rules carefully.</p>
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			<h2>Another Federal Appeals Court Rejects Expanded Mandatory Immigration Detention Without Bond Hearings</h2>
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<strong>A new federal appeals court decision has added another important development to the national debate over immigration detention, bond hearings, and due process.</strong>
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			<p>On <strong>May 11, 2026</strong>, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit <a href="https://www.opn.ca6.uscourts.gov/opinions.pdf/26a0139p-06.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener">issued a published decision</a> in Lopez-Campos, et al. v. Raycraft, et al. The court affirmed several district court decisions granting habeas petitions to detained noncitizens who argued that the government had unlawfully denied them access to bond hearings. The petitioners were detained under 8 U.S.C. § 1225(b)(2)(A), but they argued that their detention should instead be governed by 8 U.S.C. § 1226, which can allow <strong>release on bond</strong> or <strong>conditional parole</strong> while removal proceedings are pending.</p>
<p>This decision is especially important because the Sixth Circuit joined the <a href="https://ww3.ca2.uscourts.gov/decisions/OPN/25-3141_complete_opn.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Second Circuit</strong></a> and the <a href="https://media.ca11.uscourts.gov/opinions/pub/files/202514065.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Eleventh Circuit</strong> </a>in rejecting the government’s broader interpretation of mandatory detention. It was the third federal appeals court decision rejecting the government’s position that certain noncitizens already living inside the United States may be held under § 1225(b)(2)(A) without access to an individualized bond hearing.</p>
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			<h3>Why This Decision Matters</h3>
<p>Immigration detention can have serious consequences for families. A person may be separated from children, spouses, work, medical care, and community support while their immigration case continues.</p>
<p>That is why the legal authority used to detain a person matters. Some detention laws are mandatory. Other detention laws allow a person to ask for bond. A bond hearing does not guarantee release, but it gives the person an opportunity to present evidence about family ties, community ties, work history, lack of danger, and likelihood of appearing at future hearings.</p>
<p>Under <a href="https://uscode.house.gov/view.xhtml?edition=prelim&amp;num=0&amp;req=granuleid%3AUSC-prelim-title8-section1225" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>8 U.S.C. § 1225(b)(2)(A)</strong></a>, certain applicants for admission must be detained for removal proceedings if an examining immigration officer determines they are not clearly and beyond a doubt entitled to be admitted.</p>
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			<p>Under 8 U.S.C. § 1226(a), the government may arrest and detain a noncitizen pending a decision on removal, but that provision also permits release on bond or conditional parole, except where mandatory detention rules apply. The Sixth Circuit described § 1226 as the detention framework for many noncitizens already inside the United States while their removal proceedings are pending.</p>
<p>The key question in these cases is whether a person who entered without inspection and has already been living inside the United States can be treated as someone still “seeking admission” under § 1225(b)(2)(A), or whether that person falls under § 1226 and may request bond.</p>
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			<h3>The Government’s Position Came From a 2025 BIA Decision</h3>
<p>The government’s position was strengthened by a September 5, 2025 decision from the <strong>Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA)</strong>, <a href="https://www.justice.gov/eoir/media/1413311/dl" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Matter of Yajure Hurtado</strong></a>. In that precedential decision, the BIA held that immigration judges lack authority to hear bond requests or grant bond to people who are present in the United States without admission.</p>
<p>The BIA reasoned that people present in the United States without admission are applicants for admission under § 1225(b)(2)(A) and must be detained for the duration of their removal proceedings.</p>
<p>That interpretation represented a major shift from what several federal courts described as a long-standing practice of allowing many people in this situation to seek bond under § 1226(a). The Eleventh Circuit noted that, for nearly thirty years, the answer had generally been that unadmitted noncitizens found inside the United States were eligible for bond while going through immigration proceedings, but that DHS took a different view in 2025.</p>
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			<h3>What the Sixth Circuit Decided</h3>
<p>In Lopez-Campos, the Sixth Circuit rejected the government’s argument.</p>
<p>The court explained that U.S. immigration law authorizes detention under different statutory frameworks. It noted that § 1225(b)(2)’s mandatory detention scheme applies to certain noncitizens who seek admission into the country, while § 1226 applies to other noncitizens pending a decision on removability, with exceptions.</p>
<p>The Sixth Circuit stated that hundreds of district courts and five other federal circuits had already addressed this statutory question. It then expressly joined the <strong>Second</strong> and <strong>Eleventh Circuits</strong> in holding that § 1225(b)(2)(A) does not apply to noncitizens like the petitioners in that case.</p>
<p>The petitioners in the Sixth Circuit case were people who had lived in the United States for years. Many were parents of U.S. citizen children. They were arrested by immigration authorities inside the United States and were denied bond because immigration judges concluded they lacked authority to grant bond under the BIA’s interpretation. The Sixth Circuit affirmed the district courts’ rulings in favor of the petitioners.</p>
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			<h3>The Eleventh Circuit Decision Matters Deeply for Florida</h3>
<p><strong>For families in Florida, the Eleventh Circuit decision is especially important because the Eleventh Circuit covers Florida, Georgia, and Alabama.</strong></p>
<p>On May 6, 2026, the Eleventh Circuit issued its decision in <strong><a href="https://media.ca11.uscourts.gov/opinions/pub/files/202514065.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Hernandez Alvarez v. Warden</a></strong>, Federal Detention Center Miami. The court framed the issue clearly: whether unadmitted noncitizens found in the interior of the United States are eligible for bond while going through immigration proceedings.</p>
<p>The Eleventh Circuit rejected the government’s reinterpretation of § 1225(b)(2)(A). It held that the statute’s no-bond detention rule is limited to applicants for admission who are “seeking admission,” and that the petitioners in that case were not seeking lawful entry when they were detained after traffic stops.</p>
<p>This does not mean every detained person in Florida will be released. But it may be very important for certain people detained in Florida who were denied bond because the immigration court believed it had no authority to consider bond.</p>
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			<h3>The Second Circuit Reached a Similar Result</h3>
<p>The Second Circuit also rejected the government’s position in <a href="https://ww3.ca2.uscourts.gov/decisions/OPN/25-3141_complete_opn.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Barbosa da Cunha v. Freden</strong></a>. In that case, the court held that § 1225(b)(2)(A) did not apply to a noncitizen who was already present in the United States after entering without inspection and who was not apprehended while seeking admission. The court concluded that detention was governed by § 1226(a), not § 1225(b)(2)(A).</p>
<p>The Second Circuit also made an important clarification: its decision did not disturb mandatory detention for people apprehended while entering the country or shortly thereafter, and it did not disturb mandatory detention under § 1226(c) for certain criminal or terrorism-related grounds. Instead, the ruling concerned people already present inside the United States who may be eligible for bond under § 1226(a).</p>
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			<h3>What This Decision Does Not Mean</h3>
<p><strong>This decision does not give anyone legal status. It does not cancel removal proceedings. It does not mean that every detained person must be released. It does not guarantee bond.</strong></p>
<p>A bond hearing is an opportunity to ask for release while the immigration case continues. At that hearing, the person may need to show that they are not a danger to the community and that they are likely to appear for future immigration court hearings.</p>
<p>The Sixth Circuit also recognized that not all federal appeals courts agree on this issue. It noted that other circuits have addressed the same statutory question and reached different conclusions. Because of that disagreement, this area of law may continue to develop.</p>

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			<h3>Why Families Should Pay Attention</h3>
<p><strong>If someone you love is detained by immigration authorities, the legal basis for detention should be reviewed carefully.</strong></p>
<p>This decision may matter if the person has been living inside the United States, was detained by ICE or immigration authorities away from the border, was denied bond because the immigration judge said there was no authority to grant bond, or was treated as subject to mandatory detention under § 1225(b)(2)(A).</p>
<p>However, every case is different. Some people may still be subject to mandatory detention under other provisions, including certain criminal-related detention provisions. <a href="https://ariasvilla.com/the-laken-riley-act-a-major-shift-in-u-s-immigration-law/"><strong>The Laken Riley Act</strong></a> also amended <a href="https://uscode.house.gov/view.xhtml?edition=prelim&amp;num=0&amp;req=granuleid%3AUSC-prelim-title8-section1226" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>§ 1226</strong></a> in 2025 to add mandatory detention language for certain inadmissible noncitizens charged with, arrested for, convicted of, or admitting acts related to specified offenses.</p>
<p>For this reason, families should not assume that one court decision automatically applies to every detained person. The facts, location of detention, immigration history, criminal history, prior orders, pending relief, and federal circuit all matter.</p>
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			<h3>Practical Steps for Families</h3>
<p>If a loved one is detained, families should begin gathering documents immediately. Helpful documents may include:</p>
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<li>proof of identity,</li>
<li>immigration court paperwork,</li>
<li>the Notice to Appear,</li>
<li>custody documents,</li>
<li>prior immigration decisions,</li>
<li>proof of residence,</li>
<li>marriage certificates,</li>
<li>children’s birth certificates,</li>
<li>medical records,</li>
<li>employment records,</li>
<li>tax records where available,</li>
<li>letters of support,</li>
<li>proof of community ties, and</li>
<li>evidence showing that the person is not a danger and is likely to attend future hearings.</li>
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<p>These documents can be important in a bond request. They can also help an attorney determine whether habeas relief, a renewed bond request, or another legal step may be appropriate.</p>
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			<h3>Final Thoughts</h3>
<p><strong>This decision is important because it reminds us that immigration detention is not only a matter of enforcement. It is also a matter of statutory limits, due process, and individualized review.</strong></p>
<p>The Sixth Circuit did not say that immigration detention is unlawful in every case. It did not order a blanket release of detained immigrants. But it did reject the government’s attempt to apply § 1225(b)(2)(A) to certain noncitizens already living inside the United States in a way that would deny them access to bond hearings.</p>
<p>For families, this distinction can be very meaningful. A bond hearing may be the first opportunity to explain who the person is, how long they have lived here, whether they have family and community support, and why they should be allowed to continue their immigration case outside detention.</p>
<p>If you or a loved one is facing immigration detention or removal proceedings, it is important to speak with an immigration attorney as soon as possible.</p>
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<h2>My Interview with Journalist Orian Brito (January 26, 2026)</h2>
<p>This Monday, I joined journalist Orian Brito for an important conversation about the rise in ICE operations being reported in multiple parts of the country, including Florida. I appreciated Orian’s thoughtful approach—because in moments like these, clear information is what helps families avoid unnecessary fear and confusion.
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			<p>During the interview, we discussed what has been publicly reported about a large enforcement operation in Florida known as “Tidal Wave,” which has been associated with more than 10,000 arrests according to what has been reported in the news. We also discussed reports of increased ICE presence in Central Florida and Orlando beginning around January 20, 2026, including comments publicly attributed to <span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="https://www.fox35orlando.com/news/congressman-maxwell-frost-warns-possible-ice-presence-orlando" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Congressman Maxwell Frost</a></span>.</p>
<p>I also shared national-level data attributed to the <span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="https://map.americanimmigrationcouncil.org/locations/national/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">American Immigration Council</a></span>, including reported increases in ICE detentions and detention capacity trends. While many public conversations focus on individuals with criminal histories, I emphasized that there are also reports indicating a significant increase in detentions of people without criminal offenses, which raises serious concerns for families who are simply trying to live and work while they pursue lawful options.</p>
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			<h3>What happens if someone is detained and has no criminal record?</h3>
<p>One of the most important points I made is that every case is different. When someone is detained, the first legal question is often whether that person can request a bond—and whether an immigration judge will be recognized as having jurisdiction to consider that bond request. Factors like how the person entered the United States (with a visa, with parole, or without inspection) can affect the options available.</p>
<p>We also discussed a tool that may be used in certain situations: habeas corpus, a federal court filing that can challenge detention that is unlawful or unreasonably prolonged. Federal litigation is complex, costly, and highly procedural. Even so, in certain detention cases it may be one of the few meaningful pathways to request review.</p>
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			<h3>A serious issue: reports of a DHS memo about home entry</h3>
<p>Orian also raised a topic that has concerned many people: reports of a Department of Homeland Security memorandum suggesting that ICE officers could enter residences to make arrests without a federal judge’s warrant, relying on an administrative form (often discussed as an <span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="https://www.ice.gov/sites/default/files/documents/Document/2017/I-205_SAMPLE.PDF" target="_blank" rel="noopener">I-205</a></span>). In the interview, I explained the crucial difference between an administrative document for arrest versus a judge-signed warrant for entering a home. I also shared that, according to what I read, the memo reportedly was not applied in part of Central California due to litigation there.</p>
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			<h3>Practical guidance for families</h3>
<p>If your household is feeling anxious, there are a few responsible steps you can take immediately:</p>
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<li>Get individualized legal advice. Your options depend on your exact immigration history and prior contacts with immigration authorities.</li>
<li>Keep your key documents organized. Make sure trusted family members know where to find them.</li>
<li>Have a family plan. Decide who will care for your children, how to access your medical information, and whom to call if a detention occurs.</li>
<li>Do not rely on rumors. Seek verified guidance before taking action that could harm your case.</li>
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<p>If you or a loved one needs a confidential consultation, you may <span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong><a href="https://ariasvilla.com/immigration-consultation/">contact my office</a></strong></span> at <a href="tel:+13056710018"><strong>(305) 671-0018</strong></a>. My website is <strong>ariasvilla.com</strong> (and <strong>marthaarias.com</strong> redirects there as well). You may also find updates through my channels, and I appreciate everyone who stays informed and engaged.</p>
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			<p>This morning on <a href="https://lapoderosa.com/radioshow/noticias-990-edici%C3%B3n-matutina" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Noticias 990 AM</strong></a>, I had the opportunity to discuss the latest developments affecting beneficiaries of <a href="https://www.uscis.gov/humanitarian/humanitarian_parole" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Humanitarian Parole</strong></a> and recent <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/presidential-actions/2025/06/restricting-the-entry-of-foreign-nationals-to-protect-the-united-states-from-foreign-terrorists-and-other-national-security-and-public-safety-threats/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>travel restrictions to the United States</strong></a>.</p>
<p>USCIS has lifted the suspension on pending Humanitarian Parole applications for Cubans, Haitians, Nicaraguans, and Venezuelans. This means cases that were already filed before the program ended may now proceed, though new applications are not being accepted. However, the overall situation remains confusing: while those abroad may be able to enter if their parole is approved, the program remains terminated for those already inside the United States.</p>
<p>I explained that every case is different. Some people may continue their asylum processes, others may be eligible for residency through the <a href="https://www.uscis.gov/green-card/green-card-eligibility/green-card-for-a-cuban-native-or-citizen" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Cuban Adjustment Act</strong></a>, while others without options may face risks of unlawful presence and even deportation. I also described the challenges in seeking bonds for detained asylum seekers, as prosecutors often argue that “bare-bones” or weak asylum claims present a risk for absconding.</p>
<p>We also discussed new travel restrictions affecting countries such as Cuba and Venezuela. People from these countries with visas issued before June 9 can still enter, but those with visas issued after that date cannot. There are strict exceptions, but immediate relatives of U.S. citizens, as well as green card holders, are still eligible to enter.</p>
<p>If you have questions about your immigration status or need personalized guidance, my office is here to help. Call us at <strong><a href="tel:+13056710018">305-671-0018</a>.</strong></p>
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<p><strong>Eduardo:</strong><br />
Amigas, amigos, vamos a hablar en esta parte de Noticias 990 de inmigración. Hemos invitado precisamente a la abogada Martha Arias, especialista en inmigración. Abogada Arias, buenos días. Gracias por estar con nosotros. Muchísimas gracias por atender nuestra llamada. Uno de los temas de inmigración por estas horas tiene que ver con el <strong>Parol Humanitario</strong>. La administración, el gobierno ha reanudado los trámites para los beneficiarios del Parol. El Departamento de Inmigración y Ciudadanía, USCIS, ha levantado la suspensión sobre las solicitudes de Parol Humanitario que benefician a cubanos, haitianos, nicaragüenses y venezolanos. ¿Cuál es el impacto de esta medida? ¿Qué esperan ustedes, abogados de inmigración, que suceda en los próximos días?</p>
<p><strong>Abogada Martha Arias:</strong><br />
Sí, efectivamente. Gracias, Eduardo. Lo que está pasando es que una juez ordenó que se reanude el trámite de esas peticiones de parol que ya habían presentado las personas, estaban en proceso cuando se terminó ese parol humanitario por parte de la nueva administración. Entonces, el proceso debe reanudarse para llegar a una decisión.<br />
Sin embargo, hay una petición, por ejemplo, si la persona apenas va a aplicar para la <a href="https://www.uscis.gov/newsroom/alerts/update-on-form-i-134a" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>I-134A</strong></a>, que es el affidavit de soporte que presenta ese sponsor o ese patrocinador, esas peticiones sí no se van a procesar, las nuevas. Es decir, son peticiones que ya están pendientes al momento que se terminó el parol. Esas son las que tengo entendido que se van a comenzar o se van a reanudar el procesamiento.</p>
<p><strong>Aaron:</strong><br />
¿Se puede saber en cuánto tiempo se van a procesar, abogada, estas peticiones?</p>
<p><strong>Abogada Martha Arias:</strong><br />
No, no sabemos en cuánto tiempo. Lo que sí dice el comunicado es que se va a seguir el proceso regular de investigación porque usted sabe que cada proceso tiene una investigación donde se revisan antecedentes penales, se revisa todos los antecedentes de las personas en todas partes del mundo. Entonces, no sabemos cuánto va a ser el tiempo, pero pues sí sabemos que dijeron que va a ser una investigación de cada caso.</p>
<p><strong>Aaron:</strong><br />
Mientras tanto, ¿esta gente está protegida, tiene que tomar alguna medida especial, abogada, por cualquier eventualidad?</p>
<p><strong>Abogada Martha Arias:</strong><br />
Bueno, acuérdense que estos son procesamientos de peticiones de parol de personas que están fuera de los Estados Unidos. Es este parol humanitario para que ellos entren a los Estados Unidos. O sea que estas personas están fuera del país. El parol, por eso es que es confuso. El parol humanitario lo terminó el Departamento de Seguridad Nacional y fue apelado, hubo una pausa. Después la Corte Suprema el 30 de mayo dijo que el presidente sí tenía la autoridad o el Ejecutivo de terminarlo y el juicio continúa. Pero lo que es el parol humanitario en sí para esas personas que están aquí dentro de los Estados Unidos, incluso que se les vencía a finales de año, el año entra, esto sigue terminado. Por eso es que es confuso. Está terminado para los que están aquí, pero entonces van a procesar los casos de los que están apenas para entrar. Como que no tiene mucho sentido para mí, por lo menos no tiene lógica. Porque vamos a suponer que a un cubano o un venezolano le aprueben este parol. Entonces apenas entre, ¿qué va a quedar, terminado apenas entre? O sea, serviría no más para el propósito de entrar, pero después una vez aquí no va a estar activo. Es un poquito, me parece, contradictorio. Todo es confuso porque no le veo la lógica a esto.</p>
<p><strong>Eduardo:</strong><br />
Ahora, ante esta confusión, abogada, ¿qué pasa con aquellos que usted menciona que están aquí adentro, que el parol ya no está activo para ellos? ¿Hay alternativas? ¿Qué es lo que usted le recomienda en la oficina?</p>
<p><strong>Abogada Martha Arias:</strong><br />
Bueno, cada caso es distinto. Por ejemplo, yo tengo clientes que tienen un asilo pendiente y pueden continuar con este caso de asilo. No van a incurrir en presencia ilegal porque ese asilo los protege para no incurrir en presencia ilegal, tienen permiso de trabajo. Ese es un grupo de personas.<br />
Hay otro grupo de personas que, por ejemplo, son cubanos, entonces ya completaron el año y un día o están a punto de completar el año y un día y pueden aplicar entonces a su residencia a través del Ajuste Cubano.<br />
Hay otro grupo de personas que no tienen nada, ni asilo, ni TPS del 2021, que es el que está vigente este septiembre, no tienen peticiones familiares. Esas son las personas que están en un peligro porque esas personas sí están incurriendo en presencia ilegal y pues pueden ser sujetas a una detención y a una deportación.<br />
Hay otro grupo de personas que se casaron con ciudadano americano o con residentes y esas personas están en proceso de residencia a través de sus peticiones. Esas también están protegidas por esa petición de residencia que está en trámite.<br />
Entonces, como usted ve, los casos son distintos dependiendo de cada persona. Yo en mi oficina he aconsejado a los que, por ejemplo, le doy un ejemplo, un caso de una pareja. Él entró con el parol humanitario, la esposa es residente, no ciudadana, y lo pidió. Y la petición está más o menos a unos seis meses de salir. Esa persona decidió inteligentemente salir del país para no incurrir en presencia ilegal y no dañar su petición de residencia a través de la esposa. Esa persona va a salir y va a continuar su procesamiento consular. También, tal vez tenga que estar alejado seis meses, un año de su familia, pero la esposa puede viajar a visitarlo y continuar el proceso porque quedarse en el país es como someterse a una posible deportación que en el futuro le impida regresar más rápido.<br />
Entonces, como te digo, cada caso es distinto.</p>
<p><strong>Aaron:</strong><br />
Estamos conversando con la abogada de Migración Martha Arias y estamos viendo algunos casos en estas últimas horas, abogada. ¿Qué pasa si una persona es detenida por ICE? Pero esa persona ya tiene la solicitud de asilo, no tiene antecedentes criminales, tiene su permiso de trabajo activo. ¿Esto se considera una detención arbitraria? ¿Qué hace usted como abogada cuando se presenta un caso como este?</p>
<p><strong>Abogada Martha Arias:</strong><br />
Cuando se presenta un caso como este, lo primero que uno tiene que pedir es una fianza para lograr que esa persona salga de detención y continuar su caso fuera de detención. Aquí hay que analizar porque hay personas que tienen el caso de asilo con la corte y otros que lo tienen con USCIS o con Citizenship and Immigration Services.<br />
Entonces hay que analizar con quién lo tiene. Si el caso está con USCIS y los detienen y los mandan a la corte, es posible que entonces ese caso de asilo ya no continúe con USCIS sino que va a seguir con la corte. La verdad, cuando una persona entra por la frontera, si esa persona entró por la frontera, el estatuto dice que la persona que entra sin una admisión o sin un parol debe ser detenida. Entonces es posible que esa persona sea detenida mientras dura su proceso de asilo en la corte. Lo que pasa es que hay que tratar de pedir una fianza y le digo la verdad, no está fácil pedir fianzas, sobre todo aquí en el sur de la Florida, porque los fiscales, que son los que representan al Departamento de Seguridad Nacional y las Cortes de Inmigración, están oponiéndose a esas fianzas.<br />
Y una de las cosas que yo he visto como se están oponiendo es que antes de eso le explico, cuando uno presenta una fianza para una persona que es detenida, la ley le exige al abogado probar dos cosas: uno, que la persona no va a ser un peligro para la comunidad y dos, que la persona no tiene riesgo de que se pierda o que se esconda y no se presente a la corte, en inglés se llama &#8220;risk of absconding&#8221;. Entonces nos toca probar esas dos cosas y ¿qué es lo que pasa cuando hay una persona que nunca ha tenido un delito, nunca ha sido arrestada, no tiene antecedentes? Obviamente nosotros argumentamos que no es un peligro para la sociedad porque no tiene ningún récord criminal. Y dos, cuando para probar que no se va a esconder uno muestra que tiene un esposo, que tiene dos hijos, esposa o que muestra el apoyo de su empleador o muestra lo que uno más puede.<br />
¿Qué pasa en estos casos? Los argumentos que he visto últimamente que están haciendo los fiscales de inmigración es: &#8220;Ah, no, es que miramos la petición de asilo y la petición de asilo es muy débil. Ahí no hay evidencia, esta persona tiene una gran probabilidad de que no va a triunfar en su caso de asilo. Por lo tanto, un riesgo para tu país. Por lo tanto, esta persona sí presenta un riesgo de que se esconda y no se presente en el futuro.&#8221; O sea que esas personas que presentaron asilos débiles o simplemente la planilla así, como nosotros los abogados llamamos el &#8220;bare-bone petition&#8221;, o sea, lo esquelético, lo huesitos nomás, esa persona tiene un peligro de que no le den la fianza, diciendo que se va a esconder porque su petición de asilo es débil. Esos son los argumentos que estamos lidiando nosotros los abogados para lograr una fianza.<br />
Si no se logra la fianza, entonces la persona debe continuar defendiendo su caso de asilo en la Corte de Inmigración bajo detención.</p>
<p><strong>Eduardo:</strong><br />
Abogada Martha Arias, obviamente esta semana entró en vigor la restricción de entrada de viajes a Estados Unidos, esto digamos afecta directamente a países como Afganistán, Birmania, Chad, pero hay restricciones para Cuba, para Venezuela específicamente, son siete países que tienen restricciones de viaje. ¿Qué pasa con las personas que ya tenían un visado que les permitía entrar a Estados Unidos?</p>
<p><strong>Abogada Martha Arias:</strong><br />
Las personas de Cuba y de Venezuela que ya tenían un visado pueden ingresar a los Estados Unidos si ese visado fue emitido antes de junio 9. No van a tener problema, de pronto es aconsejable que tengan toda la documentación al día y que pronto sepan que pueden experimentar retardos en el ingreso a los Estados Unidos, en su admisión, porque los cuestionarán y les harán preguntas, pero pueden ingresar. Los que tengan una visa de inmigrante o de no inmigrante, visa de inmigrante de la residencia, la visa emitida por los consulados o una visa de no inmigrante como la visa de turista, la visa de estudiante, la J, la M, que son de estudiantes, pero es práctico. Ellos tampoco van a poder ingresar si esa visa fue emitida después de junio 9.<br />
En Haití la limitación sí es estricta. Ninguna persona con visa, incluso emitida antes, puede entrar. Entonces, el consejo sería que esperen a ver qué decisión porque si hay personas que tienen citas en los consulados para su residencia los próximos meses. Yo tengo, por ejemplo, un cubano que su esposa residente hizo la petición y tiene cita en dos meses en el consulado. Esa persona seguramente le van a cancelar sus citas según han anunciado porque como es cubano tiene la restricción de entrar, aunque le apruebe el cónsul la audiencia no va a poder entrar. La visa de residente. Entonces hay excepciones. Las excepciones son los que ya son residentes, ya tienen su tarjeta de &#8220;<a href="https://ariasvilla.com/services/immigration-family-petitions-green-card/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">green card</a>&#8220;. Esos sí van a poder viajar y volver a entrar sin problema, también aquellos esposos de o cónyuges de ciudadanos americanos.<br />
Entonces, si por ejemplo hay un ciudadano que es americano, si a su cónyuge le toca la cita en dos meses, esa cita sí se va a dar y esa residencia sí puede ser emitida y la persona sí puede entrar. Los familiares inmediatos son los esposos de ciudadanos americanos, los padres de ciudadanos americanos y los hijos menores de 21 años. Esas personas van a poder entrar.</p>
<p><strong>Eduardo:</strong><br />
Perfecto. Ahora, abogada, alguna persona que nos está escuchando en este momento y necesita asesoría de un abogado experto en inmigración, ¿dónde la puede localizar?</p>
<p><strong>Abogada Martha Arias:</strong><br />
Mi oficina, el teléfono es <strong>305-671-0018</strong>. Si van conduciendo, pues mi página web es ariasvilla.com. Ariasvilla.com o solo acuérdense de mi nombre Martha Arias con la intermedia estudio Martha y en todas las redes sociales me pueden encontrar Martha Arias.</p>
<p><strong>Eduardo:</strong><br />
Muchísimas gracias por compartir este tiempo con nosotros.</p>
<p><strong>Abogada Martha Arias:</strong><br />
Gracias a ustedes, feliz día.</p>
<p><strong>Eduardo:</strong><br />
Igualmente, era la abogada de inmigración Martha Arias, estaba en Noticias 990.</p>
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<p><strong>Eduardo:</strong><br />
Friends, let’s talk in this segment of Noticias 990 about immigration. We have invited immigration attorney Martha Arias, a specialist in immigration. Attorney Arias, good morning. Thank you for being with us. Thank you very much for answering our call. One of the immigration topics at this hour has to do with Humanitarian Parole. The administration, the government, has resumed the processing for beneficiaries of Parole. The Department of Immigration and Citizenship, USCIS, has lifted the suspension on applications for Humanitarian Parole that benefit Cubans, Haitians, Nicaraguans, and Venezuelans. What is the impact of this measure? What do you, immigration attorneys, expect to happen in the coming days?</p>
<p><strong>Attorney Martha Arias:</strong><br />
Yes, indeed. Thank you, Eduardo. What is happening is that a judge ordered that the processing of those parole applications already submitted by people, which were in process when that humanitarian parole was ended by the new administration, should be resumed to reach a decision.<br />
However, there is a request, for example, if the person is just going to apply for the I-134A, which is the affidavit of support presented by that sponsor, those applications will not be processed, the new ones. That is, applications that were already pending at the time the parole was ended—those are the ones, as I understand, that are going to begin or resume processing.</p>
<p><strong>Aaron:</strong><br />
Can it be known how long it will take to process these applications, attorney?</p>
<p><strong>Attorney Martha Arias:</strong><br />
No, we don’t know how long it will take. What the statement does say is that the regular investigation process will be followed because you know that each process has an investigation where criminal backgrounds are checked, all the person’s background is reviewed worldwide. So, we do not know how long it will be, but we do know they said there will be an investigation for each case.</p>
<p><strong>Aaron:</strong><br />
Meanwhile, are these people protected, do they have to take any special measures, attorney, just in case?</p>
<p><strong>Attorney Martha Arias:</strong><br />
Well, remember that these are processing of parole petitions for people who are outside the United States. This is humanitarian parole for them to enter the United States. So, these people are outside the country. Parole, that’s why it’s confusing. Humanitarian parole was ended by the Department of Homeland Security and was appealed, there was a pause. Then the Supreme Court on May 30 said that the president or the Executive did have the authority to end it and the trial continues. But what is the humanitarian parole itself for those who are already here inside the United States, even those that were expiring at the end of the year, next year, that is still ended. That’s why it’s confusing. It’s ended for those who are here, but then they are going to process the cases of those who are just coming in. For me, at least, it doesn’t make sense. Let’s suppose a Cuban or a Venezuelan is approved for this parole. So as soon as they enter, it’s already ended, as soon as they come in. So, it would only serve for the purpose of entering, but after once here it will not be active. For me, it seems contradictory. Everything is confusing because I don’t see the logic in this.</p>
<p><strong>Eduardo:</strong><br />
Now, given this confusion, attorney, what happens to those you mention who are here inside, for whom parole is no longer active? Are there alternatives? What do you recommend in your office?</p>
<p><strong>Attorney Martha Arias:</strong><br />
Well, every case is different. For example, I have clients who have a pending asylum case and they can continue with that asylum case. They will not incur unlawful presence because that asylum protects them from incurring unlawful presence; they have work permits. That is one group of people.<br />
There is another group, for example, Cubans, who have already completed one year and a day or are about to complete one year and a day and can then apply for their residency through Cuban Adjustment.<br />
There’s another group who have nothing—no asylum, no TPS from 2021 (which is the one that is current this September), no family petitions. Those are the people who are in danger because those people are indeed accruing unlawful presence and may be subject to detention and deportation.<br />
Another group are those who married a U.S. citizen or resident and are in the process of residency through their petitions. Those are also protected by that pending residency petition.<br />
So, as you see, cases are different depending on each person. In my office, for example, I advised, let me give you an example, a couple’s case. He entered with humanitarian parole, the wife is a resident, not a citizen, and she petitioned for him. The petition is about six months from being ready. That person decided intelligently to leave the country to avoid accruing unlawful presence and not damage his residency petition through his wife. That person is going to leave and continue with his consular processing. Maybe he’ll have to be away from his family for six months or a year, but the wife can travel to visit him and continue the process, because staying in the country is like submitting to a possible deportation that in the future would prevent him from returning more quickly.<br />
So, as I say, every case is different.</p>
<p><strong>Aaron:</strong><br />
We are speaking with immigration attorney Martha Arias and reviewing some recent cases, attorney. What happens if a person is detained by ICE, but they already have an asylum application, no criminal background, their work permit is active. Is this considered an arbitrary detention? What do you do as an attorney in such a case?</p>
<p><strong>Attorney Martha Arias:</strong><br />
When a case like this comes up, the first thing you have to do is request a bond to get that person released from detention and continue their case outside detention. Here, you have to analyze because there are people who have their asylum case with the court and others with USCIS or with Citizenship and Immigration Services.<br />
So you have to analyze who has it. If the case is with USCIS and they are detained and sent to court, it is possible that the asylum case will no longer continue with USCIS but instead with the court. The truth is, when someone enters through the border, if that person entered through the border, the statute says that a person who enters without an admission or parole must be detained. So it is possible that person will be detained while their asylum case is pending in court. The thing is, you have to try to request a bond, and honestly, it’s not easy to request bonds, especially here in South Florida, because prosecutors who represent the Department of Homeland Security in Immigration Courts are opposing those bonds.<br />
One thing I’ve seen is before, let me explain, when you present a bond for a person who is detained, the law requires the attorney to prove two things: one, that the person will not be a danger to the community and two, that the person is not a flight risk (that is, risk of absconding). So, we have to prove those two things. What happens when a person has never had any criminal record, has never been arrested, no background? Obviously, we argue that they are not a danger to society because they have no criminal record. And to prove they will not abscond, you show they have a spouse, two children, a wife, or employer support, or whatever else you can.<br />
What happens in these cases? The arguments I’ve seen lately from immigration prosecutors are, “No, we look at the asylum petition and the asylum petition is very weak. There’s no evidence, this person has a high probability of not succeeding in their asylum case. Therefore, a risk for your country. Therefore, this person does present a risk of absconding and not appearing in the future.” So, those who filed weak asylums or just the form, as we lawyers call “bare-bone petition,” only the skeleton, just the basics, those people are in danger of being denied bond because they say they will abscond because their asylum petition is weak. Those are the arguments we attorneys are dealing with to try to get a bond.<br />
If the bond is not granted, then the person must continue defending their asylum case in Immigration Court while detained.</p>
<p><strong>Eduardo:</strong><br />
Attorney Martha Arias, obviously this week travel restrictions to the United States came into effect, this directly affects countries like Afghanistan, Burma, Chad, but there are restrictions for Cuba, for Venezuela specifically, there are seven countries with travel restrictions. What happens to people who already had a visa that allowed them to enter the United States?</p>
<p><strong>Attorney Martha Arias:</strong><br />
People from Cuba and Venezuela who already had a visa can enter the United States if that visa was issued before June 9. They will not have a problem, maybe it’s advisable to have all your documents in order and to know you may experience delays upon entering the United States, at admission, because they will question you and ask questions, but you can enter. Those with an immigrant or non-immigrant visa, immigrant visa for residency, visa issued by consulates, or a non-immigrant visa like tourist visa, student visa, J, M, which are for students, but practically, they also cannot enter if that visa was issued after June 9.<br />
In Haiti, the limitation is strict. No one with a visa, even issued before, can enter. So, the advice would be to wait and see what decision is made because there are people with consular appointments for their residency in the coming months. For example, I have a Cuban client whose resident wife made a petition and has an appointment in two months at the consulate. That person, as announced, will surely have their appointment canceled because, as a Cuban, he is restricted from entering even if the consulate approves the interview; he will not be able to enter. The resident visa. So, there are exceptions. Exceptions are those who are already residents, already have their green card. They can travel and reenter without problem, also spouses of U.S. citizens.<br />
So, for example, if someone is already a U.S. citizen and their spouse has an appointment in two months, that appointment will be held, that residency can be granted, and the person can enter. Immediate relatives are spouses of U.S. citizens, parents of U.S. citizens, and children under 21. Those will be able to enter.</p>
<p><strong>Eduardo:</strong><br />
Perfect. Now, attorney, anyone listening right now who needs advice from an expert immigration attorney, where can they reach you?</p>
<p><strong>Attorney Martha Arias:</strong><br />
My office, the phone number is <strong>305-671-0018</strong>. If you’re driving, my website is ariasvilla.com. Ariasvilla, with a lowercase v, ariasvilla.com, or just remember my name Martha Arias with the middle name estudio Martha, and on all social networks you can find me as Martha Arias.</p>
<p><strong>Eduardo:</strong><br />
Thank you very much for sharing this time with us.</p>
<p><strong>Attorney Martha Arias:</strong><br />
Thank you, happy day.</p>
<p><strong>Eduardo:</strong><br />
Likewise, that was immigration attorney Martha Arias, on Noticias 990.</p>
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