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Community Update 1: Recent USCIS Notice of Ineligibility Emails - 30 June 2026

Category: 2. COMMUNITY NOTICES AND UPDATES

Introduction On 30 June 2026, many South African applicants in the U.S. Refugee Admissions Program (USRAP) reported receiving emails from the Resettlement Support Center (RSC Africa), operated by Church World Service (CWS). The emails advised applicants that U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) had found their applications ineligible for continued processing for refugee resettlement....

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Application And Process - Summary Of Steps

Category: How to Apply and Prepare

Notice Updated 5 June 2026: This article is intended as a roadmap of the overall process. Some of the detailed guides and FAQs referenced below may still be under development. In the meantime, please browse the category for your current phase of the process and check back regularly as new content is added. Introduction This article provides a high-level overview of the U.S. Refugee Resettle...

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MIE Documents - What documents are needed for MIE fingerprint?

Category: About Fingerprinting / MIE

MIE Fingerprinting and the US Refugee Admissions Program (USRAP) This article provides guidance on the documentation required for Managed Integrity Evaluation (MIE) fingerprinting and explains why precision and humility are essential for the success of your US Refugee Admissions Program (USRAP) case. 1. MIE Document Requirements To begin the fingerprinting process through MIE, you must have the ...

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MIE - How does the MIE Fingerprints Process Work?

Category: About Fingerprinting / MIE

This article outlines the background screening process for the South Africa to USA Refugee Admissions Program (USRAP), clarifying the roles of local entities, international partners like CWS (Church World Service), and the requirements for applicants. There are also some related questions and what to do. Understanding the US Refugee Admissions Program (USRAP) Screening When applying for the US...

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USCIS Denial Letters (Notice of Ineligibility) Guide

Category: About Denials

Introduction Many South African applicants in the U.S. Refugee Admissions Program (USRAP) refer to a Notice of Ineligibility as a "denial letter." If USCIS decides that an applicant is not eligible for refugee resettlement, the decision is normally provided in writing through an official Notice of Ineligibility (NOI). This guide explains what an official denial letter should contain and how to re...

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Community Update 2: Recent USCIS Notice of Ineligibility Emails - 30 June 2026 Encrypted Attachment Warning

Category: 2. COMMUNITY NOTICES AND UPDATES

Introduction Following the recent USCIS Notice of Ineligibility emails received by South African applicants in the U.S. Refugee Admissions Program (USRAP), a community member reported seeing an encrypted attachment warning from their email provider. This update provides additional information about that warning. What The Warning Means The warning appears to be generated by the applicants email se...

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SAPS Service Records Guide

Category: Service Records for Military, SAPS, Government Depts etc

SAPS Service Records Guide Introduction Some South African applicants in the U.S. Refugee Admissions Program (USRAP) may be asked to provide records of their service with the South African Police Service (SAPS). These records help U.S. authorities understand your employment history with SAPS. Your caseworker or the U.S. authorities will tell you if these documents are required. What Are SAPS Serv...

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Criminal Record Documentation Guide

Category: Criminal Records And Clearance Documents

Introduction Some South African applicants in the U.S. Refugee Admissions Program (USRAP) may be asked to provide documents about a past criminal offence or criminal case. This does not always mean your refugee case will be refused. The documents help U.S. authorities understand what happened and assess your case correctly. Your caseworker or the U.S. authorities will tell you if these documents ...

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SAPS Police Clearance Guide

Category: Criminal Records And Clearance Documents

Introduction Some South African applicants in the U.S. Refugee Admissions Program (USRAP) may be asked to provide a SAPS Police Clearance Certificate. This is an official document issued by the South African Police Service (SAPS) that provides information about criminal record information held by SAPS. Your caseworker or the U.S. authorities will tell you if this document is required for your cas...

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Volunteer Agreement

Category: 12. Legal Terms

Last Updated: 16 June 2026 Thank you for your interest in volunteering with Undercover Refugee. These Volunteer Terms and Conditions are intended to establish clear expectations, protect the privacy of all participants, and help ensure the smooth operation of the project. By agreeing to these terms and participating as a volunteer, you acknowledge and accept the following conditions. Definitions...

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