The United States and Canada have reached a deal on a decades-old agreement to restrict asylum. In order to combat the surge of migration at the United States’ Northern Canadian border, both countries have agreed to turn away those crossing the border illegally. Additionally, Canada will increase its intake and will be admitting 15,000 migrants on a humanitarian basis in 2024.
Under this immigration deal, the U.S. and Canada will stress the “safe third country” requirement, meaning those applying for asylum must do so in the first safe country they arrive in, as opposed to going directly to these two countries.
While the deal is yet to be fully disclosed, President Joe Biden will meet with Canada’s Prime Minister Justin Trudeau this week to discuss the next steps.
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This deal may have a significant impact on how migrants enter the country. If you are seeking asylum, it is important to be mindful of all regulations to avoid jeopardizing your status.
Reeves Immigration Law Group has over four decades of experience in advising clients and their families on the best immigration options available for their specific situation. Our asylum lawyers have successfully secured asylum status and humanitarian visas for countless clients, and regularly track the progress of new regulations like these to adjust their strategies accordingly.
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