Understanding I-212s for Inadmissibility Related to Prior Removal Orders and the Permanent Bar
This advisory seeks to clarify when, where, and how to file an I-212. It also discusses certain special circumstances such as conditional I-212s, nunc pro tunc I-212s, and how a grant to TPS or advance parole may affect the need for an I-212. The advisory addresses strategic concerns such as deciding when to file a motion to reopen versus a conditional I-212, and assessing the risks of triggering other inadmissibility or enforcement issues when advising clients.
Why it matters
Useful as a drafting starting point for Removal Defense work in Immigration Judge; adapt the facts, authority, and venue-specific requirements before use.
Topics
Removal defense
Motions to reopen / reconsider
Detention / bond
Waivers
Special immigrant
Workflows
Immigration court deadline
Motions, stays, and pretermission
Bond, detention, and habeas
BIA, PFR, and federal court
Children and SIJS
Sample filings and templates
Forums
Immigration court
BIA
Jurisdictions
National