SAVE Resources

We are dedicated to providing registered SAVE agencies and stakeholders with the latest information and resources to help you understand the program and take advantage of all of its features.

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If you cannot find what you are looking for, please email us at: SAVE.help@uscis.dhs.gov .

Information for SAVE Users: Cuban-Haitian Entrants

An update to the Cuban-Haitian Entrant Fact Sheet to assist SAVE user agencies in verifying when applicants are Cuban-Haitian Entrants. The term “Cuban-Haitian Entrant” relates to benefit eligibility rather than an immigration status. Individuals who meet the definition of a Cuban-Haitian Entrant may be eligible for certain federal public benefits. Fact Sheet topics include: Cuban-Haitian Entrant Background and Definition Public Benefit Eligibility Documentation SAVE Verification Records Correction and Other Safeguards

Information for SAVE Users: Afghan Arrival Categories, Documentation, and SAVE Responses

Background Operation Allies Welcome (OAW) is a U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS)-led effort across the federal government that began in July 2021 to support vulnerable Afghans as they safely resettle in the United States. OAW includes screening before arrival in the United States, initial immigration processing, COVID-19 protocols and additional medical services, and connection with resettlement organizations for community placement.

SAVE Verification Process Fact Sheet

Provides the general three steps to complete the SAVE verification process.

Status of Citizens of the Freely Associated States of the Federated States of Micronesia and the Republic of the Marshall Islands

Information for SAVE Users: How to Verify Citizens of Palau, the Federated States of Micronesia and the Republic of the Marshall Islands.

Status of Citizens of the Republic of Palau

Fact Sheet Background for Citizens of the Republic of Palau The Republic of Palau (Palau) is a sovereign nation located in the western Pacific Ocean, between Guam and the Philippines. The Compact of Free Association Approval Act (Public Law 99-658, Nov. 14, 1986) approved a joint resolution between the United States and Palau to terminate the United States trusteeship over the former Trust Territory of the Pacific Islands (TTPI) and establish Palau as a sovereign nation with a special relationship with the United States. The Compact of Free Association between the United States and Palau took effect on Oct. 1, 1994.

The SAVE Verifier, Issue 6 (PDF, 531.88 KB)

A quarterly newsletter for benefit-granting agencies, stakeholders, and benefit applicants. Articles featuring: U.S. Customs and Border Protection Switching to Alphanumeric I-94 Number SAVE’s Self-Service Option Enhances the User Experience SAVE 10th Annual “Verification News You Can Use” User Forum Announced SAVE’s Program Management Presents Quarterly Roundtable with the Department of Education

SAVE Afghan Arrivals Fact Sheet (PDF, 429.01 KB)

Information for SAVE Users: Afghan Arrival Categories, Documentation, and SAVE Responses

SAVE CaseCheck Brochure (PDF, 136.41 KB)

CaseCheck is a fast and free service that lets you follow the progress of your SAVE verification case online as often as you like!

SAVE Comparison Chart Fact Sheet (PDF, 589.49 KB)

Chart comparing E-Verify to SAVE.

SAVE Agency Search Tool Quick Reference Guide (PDF, 350.18 KB)

The SAVE Agency Search Tool provides users with an easy way to the search and view agencies that are currently registered with the SAVE Program. SAVE updates the information in the database on a quarterly basis.