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Your Rights as an SIV Holder
Legal Protections
As a Special Immigrant Visa holder in the United States, you have specific legal protections:
- Right to work in the United States immediately upon arrival.
- Lawful permanent residence (a green card) on arrival, with a path to citizenship after five years.
- Access to public benefits and social services.
- Protection under U.S. labor and employment laws.
- Right to travel with proper documentation.
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Legal Case Support
NOLB's legal team manages active immigration cases for allies in the United States and abroad, including SIV application support, document assistance, and case escalation for complex situations.
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Document Assistance
Support obtaining Social Security cards, driver's licenses, passports, and other essential documents, both in the United States and for allies still abroad awaiting SIV processing.
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Note: NOLB does not currently provide legal case support for detention or deportation proceedings. If you or someone you know needs support with a detention matter, NOLB can refer you to partner organizations who specialize in this area.