Immigrant Petitions; Children of Widows or Widower

Official abstract

This interim rule amends the Immigration and Naturalization Service (``the Service'') regulations by providing clarifying language and procedures for according immigrant status to children of widows or widowers who were not previously eligible for immigration benefits as derivative immediate relatives. This regulation will enhance family well-being by promoting the family unity relationship between the child and his or her widowed mother or father.

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