Special Immigrant Visas for Afghans - Who Were Employed by/on Behalf of the U.S. Government

Overview

Afghan nationals who would like to qualify for a Special Immigrant Visa (SIV) must meet the requirements listed in the pages below.  Please refer to the Steps of the Afghan SIV Process and the Chief of Mission Approval Instructions for more information. SIV recipients qualify for lawful permanent residence in the United States and the eventual opportunity to apply to become a U.S. citizen.

  • Total Number of SIVs allocated since 2009 = 50,500
  • Deadline to Apply for Chief of Mission (COM) Approval = December 31, 2025.

The Steps of the Afghan SIV Process

Chief of Mission Approval Instructions

Frequently Asked Questions

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