A young Cuban has amazed social media by revealing that she received permanent residency in the United States just 74 days after applying through the humanitarian program CBP One, implemented by the U.S. government.
In a video posted on her TikTok account (@i_am_gutierrez13), the young woman shows the moment she opens her mailbox and finds the official letter containing her Green Card, a document that certifies her status as a legal permanent resident in the country.
In response to a follower's question about how long the process took after the biometrics and medical check, the Cuban answered: "In 74 days."
Another person asked her if the residences were arriving at the moment, to which the young woman replied, “My brother received his in a month and I got mine in 74 days. We are CBP One and applied together,” thus highlighting the speed of the process for both cases, managed under the same application.
When asked if she had a hearing date in immigration court, the young woman also responded affirmatively: "Yes," although she did not provide further details about her previous or current legal status within the immigration judicial system.
This testimony adds to other recent reports from Cubans benefiting from the CBP One program who have managed to regularize their immigration status in relatively short timelines, a fact that instills hope among those who are still waiting for their process.
Frequently asked questions about permanent residency for Cubans in the U.S. and the CBP One program
What is the CBP One program and how does it help Cubans?
The CBP One program is an appointment system implemented by the U.S. Customs and Border Protection that allows qualified migrants, such as many Cubans, to request appointments to regularize their entry into the country. This process offers a legal pathway for entry and provides hope to those seeking to settle in the U.S.
How long does it take to obtain permanent residency through the CBP One program?
The timeline can vary, but in the case of a young Cuban woman, she received her permanent residency in just 74 days after applying under the CBP One program. The speed of the process can be surprising and has generated hope among migrants who are looking to regularize their status in the U.S.
What is the difference between humanitarian parole and the parole granted by CBP One?
The humanitarian parole and the parole granted by CBP One are different. The humanitarian parole was recently revoked and affects citizens from countries such as Cuba, Nicaragua, Haiti, and Venezuela. However, the parole granted through CBP One remains in effect, which means that individuals who entered through this program keep their work permits active.
What challenges do Cubans under the I-220A status face when trying to obtain residency?
Cuban individuals with I-220A status face long waiting periods, legal uncertainty, and complications in their migration processes. Although some have managed to regularize their situation, many are still waiting without a definitive resolution. Success stories on TikTok provide encouragement and hope to those facing these challenges.
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