Help for BiNationals?

The Uniting American Families Act (UAFA) is a U.S. bill introduced to amend the Immigration and Nationality Act which currently houses the countries immigration policies. If passed, UAFA would allow permanent partners of United States citizens and permanent residents, including same-sex partners, to obtain residency. Currently, only the heterosexual spouses of U.S. citizens are granted citizenship.

UAFA (formerly known as the Permanent Partners Immigration Act) was defeated in the 108th Congress, but was re-introduced to the Democratic-controlled House and Senate on May 8, 2007 by New York Congressman Jerrold Nadler (D-NY) and Vermont Senator Patrick Leahy (D-VT).

In 16 countries throughout the world, the foreign partner in these binational relationships can be granted citizenship in the residing country—just as in heterosexual relationships. However, in countries such as the United States, foreign partners of gay individuals aren't given the same privilege. As a result, many gay couples (regardless of the length of their relationship or the level of commitment) are forced to be apart—retreating to their respective countries of citizenship. UAFA would allow these couples to live together in the United States.