U.S. Department of State Seeks OMB Approval for New Information Collection: Affidavit of Relationship (AOR)

Summary

The Department of State is requesting 60-day public comment for a new information collection, the Affidavit of Relationship (AOR), which will help determine family reunification access priority for refugees and asylum seekers claiming a relationship with family members overseas.

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