The Screening Process for Entry to the United States for Syrian Refugees (Infographic)

Date of Publication: 
November, 2015
Source Organization: 
Center for American Progress

Syrian refugees face a long security screening process before being admitted for entry to the United States. Averaging 18 months to 24 months, the process is the most intensive of any check conducted for people seeking admission to the United States. It is specially designed to mitigate any threats and helps ensure Americans are not placed in harm’s way.

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Center for American Progress. (2015). The Screening Process for Entry to the United States for Syrian Refugees [infographic]. Retrieved from https://www.americanprogress.org/issues/immigration/news/2015/11/18/125812/infographic-the-screening-process-for-entry-to-the-united-states-for-syrian-refugees/

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