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Jeff Smithie

Posted about 1 year ago

Anonymous User
I'd appreciate any feedback or knowledge regarding the Facilitation of Return Request. How long does this process typically take to complete?
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Abisola Bola

Answered about 1 year ago

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The Facilitation of Return Request typically takes a few weeks to several months, depending on urgency

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Priya Maha

Answered about 1 year ago

User

Hi,

That will depend on the nature of the court order and the posture of your proceedings.

If you were a lawful permanent resident (LPR) prior to entry of the final removal order in your case, and the court’s decision voids your removal order, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) will consider your LPR status to be reinstated. LPRs are permitted to enter and reside in the United States. Absent extraordinary circumstances, ICE will facilitate your return to the United States.

If you were not an LPR before being removed, absent extraordinary circumstances, ICE will facilitate your return to the United States if your presence is necessary for continued adjudication of your case. This may be because the court of appeals specifically ordered your presence, or because the nature of the court's order requires you to return for further testimony. ICE may explore other options in lieu of facilitating your return, such as arranging for video teleconferencing or telephonic testimony, if appropriate.

ICE will also facilitate your return to the United States, absent extraordinary circumstances, if, at the conclusion of proceedings for which your presence was not necessary, the Board of Immigration Appeals or Immigration Court enters a final and unreviewable decision that permits you to be physically present in the United States.

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