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131 | P a g e October 25 9. Iraqi and Afghani Special Immigrants: a) Iraqi and Afghan Immigrants with special immigrant visas (SIVs) are eligible for federal public benefits to the same extent and for the same time period as refugees. Provided that other eligibility requirements are met, SIVs are eligible for LIHEAP. b) Verification of Special Immigrant Status: Iraqi and Afghani aliens and family members who claim special immigrant status must provide verification that they have been admitted under section 101(a)(27) of the INA. INELIGIBLE ALIEN – EXCLUDE The following alien categories or individual(s) will not be eligible for LIHEAP (Excluded Adult/Excluded Child) since he/she does not meet alien status requirement for LIHEAP/SNAP. If the excluded individual is a primary applicant, LIHEAP benefits will be denied because the primary applicant is not a U.S. citizen or Qualified Alien. 1. Undocumented Alien 2. Diplomats and Diplomats' Families 3. Students (Temp Stay) 4. Visitors/Tourists