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to persecution or a well-founded fear of persecution because of race, religion, nationality, political opinion, or membership in a social group. immigration status later changes. Refugee-Like including Special Immigrant Visa Holders An immigrant who qualifies for benefits to the same extent as a refugee due to an act of Congress See SECTION 4.3.3.1.1 REFUGEE-LIKE IMMIGRANTS WHO HAVE BENEFIT ELIGIBILITY AS REFUGEES BECAUSE OF AN ACT OF CONGRESS for more information. N/A 04 Asylee An asylee admitted under INA Section 208. An asylee is a person who seeks asylum and is already present in the U.S. when they request permission to stay. No additional criteria. An immigrant admitted under this status may be eligible for BadgerCare Plus, without a five-year waiting period, even if their immigration status later changes. 05 Person Granted Withholding of Removal An immigrant whose deportation is withheld under INA Section 243(h) and such status was granted prior to April 1, 1997. or An immigrant whose removal is withheld under INA Section 241(b)(3) on or after April 1, 1997. No additional criteria. An immigrant admitted under this status may be eligible for BadgerCare Plus, without a five-year waiting period, even if their immigration status later changes. 15