evidence regarding the applicant's citizen/alien status on a routine basis. Where there is reason to question the alien status of an applicant, he/she should be requested to present proper credentials or clarify said status with the Immigration and Naturalization Service. The purpose of the clarification is to determine whether the individual will be able to properly complete an Individualized Plan for Employment, which includes an employment outcome for a minimum of 90 days after the completion of substantial services. If the applicant cannot complete a rehabilitation program because of his or her alien status, they will not be considered eligible for VR services. The results of any clarification of alien status are to be recorded in the contact record. The following are brief descriptions of three common alien classifications and some guidance with respect to each: d) Guidelines for Immigrant Aliens Admitted for the purpose of permanent residence; required to register prior to arrival; must submit an address card to Immigration and Naturalization Service at least annually (during the month of January) reflecting a current address; and required to carry a registration card at all times. Failure to comply may jeopardize immigrant status and may subject the individual to deportation action. Since the immigrant alien is admitted for permanent residency, the Counselor's primary concern might be the individual's duly executed registration. In instances where registration has not been maintained, the Counselor could request that the individual clarify his or her status to remove this potential barrier to the completion of VR services. e) Guidelines for non-immigrant Aliens
evidence regarding the applicant's citizen/alien status on a routine basis. Where there is reason to question the alien status of an applicant, he/she should be requested to present proper credentials or clarify said status with the Immigration and Naturalization Service. The purpose of the clarification is to determine whether the individual will be able to properly complete an Individualized Plan for Employment, which includes an employment outcome for a minimum of 90 days after the completion of substantial services. If the applicant cannot complete a rehabilitation program because of his or her alien status, they will not be considered eligible for VR services. The results of any clarification of alien status are to be recorded in the contact record. The following are brief descriptions of three common alien classifications and some guidance with respect to each: d) Guidelines for Immigrant Aliens Admitted for the purpose of permanent residence; required to register prior to arrival; must submit an address card to Immigration and Naturalization Service at least annually (during the month of January) reflecting a current address; and required to carry a registration card at all times. Failure to comply may jeopardize immigrant status and may subject the individual to deportation action. Since the immigrant alien is admitted for permanent residency, the Counselor's primary concern might be the individual's duly executed registration. In instances where registration has not been maintained, the Counselor could request that the individual clarify his or her status to remove this potential barrier to the completion of VR services. e) Guidelines for non-immigrant Aliens
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