Can You Choose Where You Live in the United States After USRAP?
The Embassy FAQ says refugees may not be able to choose their resettlement location and support services are limited.
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The Embassy FAQ says refugees may not be able to choose their resettlement location and support services are limited.
A U.S. tie may help placement efforts, but it does not guarantee that a refugee can choose where to live in the United States.
The Embassy FAQ warns applicants to rely on official USRAP information and avoid sharing case details in social media groups.
The Embassy FAQ says primary applicants and derivatives on a case that received an ICP notice may not reapply for USRAP.
The Embassy FAQ says a USCIS finding of ineligibility for continued processing cannot be appealed. Learn what this means.
Some South African USRAP applicants have been found ineligible for continued processing. Learn what this means and why it matters.
USCIS makes the refugee-status decision in USRAP cases. Learn why the Embassy, RSC Africa and referral partners cannot override that decision.
USRAP processing includes security and background checks. Learn what South African applicants should expect and why contact details matter.
Having an H-2A or H-2B visa does not automatically exclude USRAP access, but multiple U.S. statuses may affect eligibility and strategy.
Once USRAP access is granted, RSC Africa coordinates pre-screen, USCIS interview and medical examination steps.