ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA FOR BIDEN'S PIP EXECUTIVE ORDER
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA FOR BIDEN'S PIP EXECUTIVE ORDER
Biden's Executive Order is a significant step in developing noncitizen spouses and stepchildren of U.S. citizens. To benefit from this policy, applicants must meet specific eligibility criteria.
REQUIREMENTS FOR NONCITIZEN SPOUSES OF U.S. CITIZENS:
---> PRESENCE IN THE U.S.
Must be present in the United States without admission or parole.
---> CONTINUOUS RESIDENCE
Must have been continuously physically present in the U.S. since at least June 17, 2024, through the date of filing the request.
---> MARRIAGE VALIDITY
Must have legally valid marriage to a U.S. citizen on or before June 17, 2024.
---> NO DISQUALIFYING CRIMINAL HISTORY
Must have no criminal history that disqualifies them or poses a threat to public safety, national security, or border security.
---> BIOMETRICS AND BACKGROUND CHECKS
Must submit biometrics and undergo required background checks and national security vetting.
REQUIREMENTS FOR NONCITIZEN STEPCHILDREN OF U.S. CITIZENS
---> AGE AND MARITAL STATUS
Must have been under 21 years old and unmarried on June 17, 2024.
---> PRESENCE IN THE U.S.
Must be present in the United States without admission or parole.
---> CONTINUOUS RESIDENCE
Must have been physically present in the U.S. since at least June 17, 2024, through the date of filing the request.
---> PARENTAL MARRIAGE VALIDITY
Must have a noncitizen parent who entered into a legally valid marriage with a U.S. citizen on or before June 17, 2024, and before the stepchild's 18th birthday.
---> NO DISQUALIFYING CRIMINAL HISTORY
Must have no criminal history that disqualifies them or poses a threat to public safety, national security, or border security.
---> BIOMETRICS AND BACKGROUND CHECKS
Must submit biometrics and undergo required background checks and national security vetting.