Qualification - If I Voted For The ANC Or Served The Apartheid Government, Am I Disqualified?

Simply voting for a political party like the ANC or having worked for a previous government, such as the one during the apartheid era, does not automatically disqualify you from applying for refugee status.

The U.S. government understands that many people were involved in their country's systems in various ways, and simply having a job or voting is not considered a crime.

However, there are very strict rules regarding what makes someone "inadmissible." You could face problems with your application if there is evidence that you personally took part in acts of persecution, were involved in human rights abuses, or were associated with terrorism-related activities.

During the security screening process, officials look closely at these issues. It is essential to be completely honest and transparent about your past employment and activities, as providing false information is a serious issue that can lead to a permanent denial.

The decision will depend on your specific history and whether you were personally involved in actions that harmed others.

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Source: USCIS Refugees; Refugee Security Screening — Refugee Processing and Security Screening