Thousands of immigrants plan to reach the US’ borders

2020 has been a very peculiar year for humankind. We have witnessed the global spread of an unprecedented pandemic. The sudden arrival of the Coronavirus definitely changed several sectors of the world as we know it and the way we relate to our environment. Apart from that, the health crisis also left consequences that directly affect the global economy, the health system and international cooperation.

Governments around the world used the best tools at their disposal to mitigate the impact of the pandemic, although it was almost inevitable. For instance, in an attempt to protect the health of citizens and the local economy, the Trump administration closed the borders and banned foreigners from entering the US, regardless of whether they need international protection or are investors, tourists, or qualified workers.

Hence, immigration was almost completely paused for a considerable period of time in the North American territory. However, after more than 11 months, we are seeing how migratory processes around the world are already returning to normal and foreigners now have more possibilities to enter the US.

It is important to clarify that, in addition to legal processes based on family ties, employment or study, thousands of immigrants arrive at the borders to request international protection through humanitarian programs such as political asylum.

In fact, there are hundreds of testimonies from immigrants who plan to start a journey to the US’ borders very soon, where they will try to ask for help to protect their lives and flee from danger or persecution.

Let’s look at some of the reasons why immigration at the borders could increase considerably during the next 6 months:

1. The aftermath of the global Coronavirus pandemic

The health crisis affected each country differently depending on local conditions. For instance, the impact of the pandemic and the repercussions of the sanitary emergency were extremely strong in Central America.

The local health system, economy and social resources are not strong or stable enough to withstand the impact of the global Coronavirus pandemic. That is the reason why the unemployment rate skyrocketed and thousands of families have no resources to survive, so they migrate the US looking for new opportunities.

2. Natural disasters in the Central American territory

Apart from the health emergency caused by the Coronavirus, the Central American territory has felt the impact of several natural disasters, which left thousands of people affected, unemployed and without social benefits to help their families during the global crisis.

Therefore, hundreds of Central American citizens are trying to migrate to the US to seek economic and job stability, as well as to build a promising future.

3. The American population elected Joe Biden as the next leader of the nation

On November 3, the American population elected the Democratic nominee Joe Biden as the 46th president of the US, who will take office in January 2021.

Since  Biden’s stance on immigration is quite welcoming and differs from President Trump’s view, thousands of foreigners are waiting for the opportunity to migrate to the US under the Biden-Harris administration.

However, several experts state that the US’ borders are not prepared to receive a wave of immigrants in a short period of time, which could worsen the health crisis, fuel another massive outbreak of COVID-19 and threaten the well-being of the most vulnerable immigrant communities.

Learn about options for your immigration process

On many occasions, due to lack of information, foreigners are unaware that the local immigration system offers multiple alternatives that could suit their current needs.

Therefore, for your immigration case, perhaps all you need is to follow the advice of reliable experts, who will guide you towards the success of your application without going through precarious situations.

If you have any questions about an immigration issue or relating to a case you may have currently in progress, then please don’t hesitate to contact us for a FREE Phone Consultation with one of our expert immigration attorneys.

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