Family - Why Did my RCS Ask For My Entire Family Tree
Your Resettlement Support Center (e.g. CWS) asks for your entire family tree because they want to protect your identity and make sure your family stays together safely.
It can feel overwhelming to share so much, but this information helps them build the strongest possible case for you.
Why They Need Your Family Tree
- To Protect You: They want to make sure no one else can steal your identity or claim to be you.
- To Keep Families Together: Knowing exactly how everyone is related helps them keep your family unit connected during the process.
- To Build Trust: Giving a complete picture proves that your story is honest and true, which keeps bad actors out of the program.
- To Ready Your File: They pack all these details safely into your official file so the U.S. government can review and approve your application smoothly.
Why They Ask About Relatives Who Have Passed Away
- To Tell Your Full Story: Including loved ones who have passed away helps officers truly understand your family's background and history.
- To Avoid Confusion: It fills in all the missing pieces of your history so the government does not get confused or pause your case later on.
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Source: USCIS Questions and Answers: Refugees — USCIS Refugee Q&A