Office of Special Immigrant Visa (SIV)

The Office of Special Immigrant Visa (SIV) manages the process through which certain individuals, like Afghan and Iraqi nationals who worked with the U.S. government, can apply for temporary legal status and eventual permanent residence in the United States. The SIV program provides a pathway for these vulnerable allies to escape dangerous circumstances in their home countries, ensuring their safety and offering opportunities for resettlement. It involves specific eligibility criteria, documentation, and security checks to facilitate their lawful entry and integration into the U.S. society.