Immigration news update for the U.S. and UAE.
Americas
United States: TPS registration for Ukrainian nationals
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced that registration for Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Ukrainians opened on April 19, 2022. Ukrainian nationals must show that they have resided in the U.S. continuously since April 11, 2022, and they have been in the U.S. since April 19, 2022.
The registration for the TPS is until October 19, 2023. Travelers who have entered the country after April 11, 2022, are not eligible for TPS.
This summary was prepared using information obtained from the Daily Journal of the United States.
Disclaimer: The above information is provided for general information purposes only and should not be construed as legal advice. If you have any further inquiries regarding the applicability of this information, please contact Roberta Carnaccini, Global Operations Director, Immigration.
Europe, Middle East and Africa
United Arab Emirates: Residence permit for Ukrainian nationals
Ukrainian nationals can apply for a residency visa for one year in the UAE. To be eligible for the residency permit, they must have:
- Entered the country before the war began.
- A copy of their passport.
- A medical report.
- A copy of a health insurance policy.
- Their Emirates ID application form.
Those who have been in the UAE for more than a month are exempt from paying overstay fines.
This summary was prepared using information obtained from the Khaleej Times.
Disclaimer: The above information is provided for general information purposes only and should not be construed as legal advice. If you have any further inquiries regarding the applicability of this information, please contact Laxmi Vikraman, Regional Immigration Manager (EMEA).
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