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American Focus > Blog > Politics > Federal Government’s T Visa Policy Update Falls Short of Tackling Root Causes of Human Trafficking
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Federal Government’s T Visa Policy Update Falls Short of Tackling Root Causes of Human Trafficking

Last updated: October 30, 2024 8:09 am
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The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) recently announced changes to the USCIS Policy Manual in accordance with the Final Rule on the Classification for Victims of Severe Forms of Trafficking in Persons and Eligibility for T Nonimmigrant Status, which was published in the Federal Register on April 30, 2024.

The T nonimmigrant status, commonly known as the T visa, provides a way for victims of human trafficking to stay in the United States for up to four years. This update by USCIS is effective immediately and applies to pending applications or those filed on or after August 28, 2024, with some exceptions related to the bona fide determination process.

The modifications to the Policy Manual include:

– Emphasizing and expanding the provision for “any credible evidence” in T nonimmigrant status applications.
– Promoting a victim-centered and trauma-informed approach to adjudicating T visa applications.
– Explaining the bona fide determination process for T nonimmigrant applicants.
– Introducing additional exceptions to the rule that departures from the U.S. after being trafficked may not prevent an applicant from establishing physical presence due to trafficking.
– Updating the definition of “law enforcement agency.”
– Clarifying the requirement that a perpetrator must engage in specific prohibited actions with the purpose of inducing commercial sexual acts or subjecting the victim to involuntary servitude, peonage, debt bondage, or slavery.
– Reiterating that an applicant generally needs to report their trafficking to law enforcement authorities with jurisdiction to investigate the trafficking to meet the reporting requirement.

This revision is seen as a response to the ongoing issue of human trafficking, particularly at the southern border of the country. While USCIS’s efforts to streamline the process are acknowledged, it is essential for the government to address the root cause of the problem and work towards eradicating it entirely. These criminal organizations operate across borders, so there should be a collaborative effort with regional countries to combat these crimes, which not only impact the victims but also their families and the broader U.S. population.

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This new policy aims to provide better support and protection for victims of human trafficking seeking T nonimmigrant status in the United States. It underscores the importance of a victim-centered approach and the need for comprehensive measures to address the complexities of trafficking cases. By updating the USCIS Policy Manual, the agency is taking steps to improve the adjudication process and ensure that victims receive the assistance and support they need to rebuild their lives.

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