Is the Cuban Adjustment Act still valid in 2026?

Yes. As of early-to-mid 2026 the Cuban Adjustment Act remains in effect and USCIS continues to adjudicate green card applications under it. There is no enacted repeal, though the political debate is ongoing — confirm current status before you rely on it.

I entered on CHNV parole. Can I still get a green card?

Often yes. A parole into the U.S. is a qualifying entry under the CAA, and if you completed one year of physical presence and are otherwise admissible, the later termination of the CHNV program does not automatically erase your eligibility. If your parole was cut short before you reached one year, your situation is more delicate and you should get counsel quickly.

What exactly is the one-year requirement?

You must be physically present in the United States for at least one year before filing Form I-485. Many people wait one year and a day to be safe. Long absences during that year can interrupt the count.

My spouse is not Cuban. Can they still get a green card through me?

Yes. The CAA extends to the spouse and unmarried children of a qualifying Cuban even if they are not Cuban nationals, as long as they meet the physical presence and admissibility requirements and reside with the principal. They receive an unconditional green card — no two-year conditional card.

How long does the process take in Miami?

It varies. As of early-to-mid 2026 many CAA adjustment cases resolve within roughly eight to fourteen months from filing, depending on background checks and whether an interview is scheduled. Confirm current processing times for your case.

I have a pending asylum case. Should I still file under the CAA?

Frequently yes — the CAA is often faster and more secure than asylum, and the two can coexist. But they interact, and the order in which you pursue them matters. This is a good question to bring to a strategy session.

How much is the initial consultation?

The initial consultation is a paid strategy session: $200 for 20 minutes, and that amount is credited toward your legal fee if you retain the firm. It is a focused, substantive conversation with an experienced attorney, not a sales call. Call (305) 315-3425 or email fitenkolaw@gmail.com to book.

Can I travel while my CAA case is pending?

Be careful. Travel during your qualifying year or while your I-485 is pending can jeopardize your case if you leave without the right document (typically advance parole). Talk to your attorney before any trip abroad.

Cuban Adjustment Act 2026: Green Cards for Cubans in Miami

Cuban Adjustment Act green cards in Miami for 2026: who qualifies, the one-year rule, CHNV parole issues, derivatives. Fitenko Law — call (305) 315-3425.

Fitenko Law PLLC, 600 Three Islands Blvd, Hallandale Beach, FL 33009. Phone: (305) 315-3425. Email: fitenkolaw@gmail.com

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