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Certain Former Diplomats and International Organization Employees

Long-term employees of international organizations (and certain family members), plus certain former diplomats, can adjust status under narrow statutory rules after meeting residence and employment requirements.

Restricted eligibility · Editorial record dated 10/20/2026 · Not lawyer review or an eligibility decision. Check current official instructions.

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Who this is for

Former G-4 visa holders and employees of organizations such as the UN, and certain qualifying family members, who meet the statutory residence and employment tests.

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Some provisions require filing within six months of retirement — missing the window ends eligibility.