Program delivery update: Exemption for nationals of Uganda to the bar on applying for a pre-removal risk assessment (PRRA)

What’s New
– Nationals and former habitual residents of Uganda are now exempt from the 12-month bar on applying for a pre-removal risk assessment (PRRA) if their IRB, Federal Court, or previous PRRA decision falls within a specific time frame.

Who is affected
– This update primarily impacts nationals or former habitual residents of Uganda who have undergone immigration assessments within the specified period.

Key dates
– The exemption applies to decisions made between June 20, 2025, and June 19, 2026. Any decisions post-June 19, 2026, will be subject to the 12-month bar.

Required actions
– Affected individuals should verify the date of their IRB or PRRA decisions to understand their eligibility for the exemption and consider applying for a PRRA if eligible.