Department of Homeland Security Announces New Parole Program for Cuba, Haiti, Venezuela, and Nicaragua

On January 5, 2023, the Department of Homeland Security announced a new parole program for individuals in Cuba, Haiti, Nicaragua, and Venezuela to safely and legally travel to the United States. Individuals in the designated countries must have U.S.-based financial support and undergo a security screening before traveling to the United States. U.S.-based individuals must file Form I-134A, Online Request to be a Supporter and Declaration of Financial Support on the USCIS website to initiate the process. USCIS has created a resource page for additional information on program eligibility and requirements.

This program is free to use and does not require the U.S.-based supporter or the foreign national to pay the government a fee. Please be cautious of recent scams sent via email, text and messaging apps, and social media promising U.S.-based sponsorship for a fee.