The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has announced procedures for nationals of Cuba, Haiti, Nicaragua, and Venezuela, along with their immediate family members, to request entry into the United States in a safe and orderly manner. Qualified beneficiaries who are outside the United States and do not possess U.S. entry documents may be considered, on a case-by-case basis, for advanced authorization to travel and a temporary period of parole for up to two years due to urgent humanitarian reasons or significant public benefit. To be eligible, beneficiaries must:

• Have a supporter in the United States;

• Undergo and pass thorough security vetting;

• Meet additional eligibility criteria; and

• Justify a favorable exercise of discretion.

Participants in these processes must have a U.S.-based supporter willing to provide financial assistance for the duration of their parole in the United States. The initial step involves the supporter filing a Form I-134A, Online Request to be a Supporter and Declaration of Financial Support, with Gateway Assisted Services for each beneficiary they intend to support, including minor children. The U.S. government will then assess the information provided by the supporter in the Form I-134A to confirm their ability to financially support the beneficiaries they are committing to assist.