Cuban Adjustment Act (CAA)
The Cuban Adjustment Act (CAA) of 1966 is a Cold War era legislation that created a pathway towards permanent legal residency for certain Cuban citizens or natives. Many Cuban asylum seekers formerly subject to the "Migrant Protection Protocols", or "MPP", still find this to be an useful pathway to remain safely in the United States. The materials on this page will assist attorneys representing asylum seekers from Cuba formerly in MPP who may be eligible for adjustment under CAA.
Cuban Adjustment Act Practice Advisory
A practical guide to eligibility and procedure for obtaining permanent residency status through the Cuban Adjustment Act.
Recorded Webinar: Representing Clients Formerly Subject to "Remain in Mexico" Who Are Eligible Under the Cuban Adjustment Act (CAA)
In this video we discuss the practical and legal considerations for representing CAA-eligible clients in immigration proceedings when they were formerly subject to the Migrant Protection Protocols, a.k.a. “Remain in Mexico.”
The Cuban Adjustment Act: Overview of Relief and Common Issues
This presentation from the ABA provides an overview of the Cuban Adjustment Act in addition to practical pointers and creative soluntions to common issues to guide adovcates in their representation.
All About Cuban Adjustment: Frequently Asked Questions
This FAQ from CLINIC outlines the requirements for filing the Form I-485 to apply for adjustment of status under the CAA.
Redacted Motion to Terminate Proceedings for CAA
This motion demonstrates what a filing to the immigration court looks like to request termination pursuant to Matter of Coronado Acevedo.