Adjustment of Status for Certain Syrian Nationals Granted Asylum in the United States

• Document number: 01-12432
• Type: Final Rule
• Published: May 17, 2001
• Effective: May 17, 2001
• Agency: Justice Department; Immigration and Naturalization Service

Official abstract

On October 27, 2000, the President signed into law Public Law 106-378, providing for the adjustment of status to that of lawful permanent resident for certain nationals of Syria. This interim rule discusses the eligibility requirements and sets forth application procedures for persons wishing to adjust status on the basis of Public Law 106-378. This provision does not affect an alien's eligibility for adjustment of status under section 209 of the Immigration and Nationality Act (Act) based on a grant of asylum.

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