Aliens and Nationality. Part245a:Adjustment of status to that of persons admitted for temporary or permanent resident status under section 245a of the immigration and nationality act. Section245a.2:Application for temporary residence.
(a) Application period for temporary residence. (1) An alien who has resided unlawfully in the United States since January 1, 1982, who believes that he or she meets the eligibility requirements of section 245A of the Act must make application within the twelve month period beginning on May 5, 1987 and ending on May 4, 1988, except as provided in the following paragraphs.