International Entrepreneur Parole

For many years, entrepreneurs have had to try to piece together pathways within the US immigration system to support them and the companies they have been trying to build. However, it has been difficult because there hasn’t been an obvious solution for these individuals.  

In an effort to begin to rectify this situation, the Obama administration issued a regulation establishing the International Entrepreneur Rule towards the end of the former President’s time in office. Unfortunately, under the Trump administration this rule came under attack. The rule’s implementation was delayed, there were lawsuits challenging this delay that ultimately overcame it, but then the Trump administration issued a proposed regulation to eliminate the program. 

After these many twists and turns, there is finally good news for startup founders. On May 10, 2021, the Biden administration announced that it is reviving the rule. They have withdrawn the Trump administration’s proposed rescission of the International Entrepreneur Rule and are welcoming applications for the program. This is good news for innovators, makers and founders, and very good news for the US economy, as well. 

For more information, please visit the USCIS website about the program: https://www.uscis.gov/humanitarian/humanitarian-parole/international-entrepreneur-parole. If you are an entrepreneur and have additional questions about your immigration options, please contact Iandoli, Desai, and Cronin P.C.  (info@iandoli.com) to schedule a consultation.