| 7. |
Can I travel outside the U.S. after applying for Refugee status? | | | | | | Yes,
however, you must first obtain permission to return. If you choose to travel, you should first apply for a Refugee Travel Document. This document will allow you to travel abroad and return to the U.S. |
| 8. | Can I become a Legal Permanent Resident of the U.S. after being admitted to the U.S. as a Refugee? |
| | | | | Yes, you will be able to apply for permanent resident status one year after you are admitted to the U.S. as a refugee. |
| 9. | Will I get a work permit if I have applied for Refugee status in USA? |
| | | | | Yes, you are authorized to work incident to your status as a refugee. To receive Form I-766, Employment Authorization Document from the USCIS, you must apply on
Form I-765, Application for Employment Authorization. |
| 10. | Can I work while waiting for my Employment Authorization Document? | | | |
| | Yes, while you are waiting for your USCIS issued Employment Authorization Document or a social security account number card, which can also be used to show your work authorization, you can present USCIS Form I-94, Arrival-Departure Document to your employer. When you are admitted to the U.S., the USCIS will issue you the departure
portion of Form I-94, Arrival-Departure Document that contains a refugee admission stamp. This unexpired refugee admission stamp will show your employer that you are authorized to work.
However, within 90 days of your hire you will have to present to your employer either an unexpired Form I-766, Employment Authorization Document, or an unrestricted social security account number
card together with an identity document that is listed on the back of Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification Form, to continue your employment. | |
