INADMISSIBILITY

Unlawful Presence for One Year or More

CLASSIFICATION:

• Under INA 212(a)(9). Aliens previously removed and aliens unlawfully present.
• Under INA 212(a)(9)(B). Aliens unlawfully present.
• Under INA 212(a)(9)(B)(i). In general.
• Under INA 212(a)(9)(B)(i)(II). Unlawful presence for one year or more.

DETAILS: Alien is inadmissible (under this ground) only if the alien:

• is not a permanent resident,
• voluntarily departed the U.S.,
• whether or not pursuant to section 244(e)) prior to the commencement of proceedings under INA 235(b)(1) or INA 240,
AND
• again seeks admission
• within 10 years of the date of such alien's departure or removal.