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A U Visa is for victims of qualifying crimes who help law enforcement investigate or prosecute the crime. It offers a 10-year visa and a path to permanent residency.

Qualifying crimes include domestic violence, sexual assault, human trafficking, assault, murder, and other serious federal or state crimes.

You must:

  • Be a victim of a qualifying crime.
  • Provide a law enforcement certification stating you’ve cooperated (Form I-918).
  • Submit Form I-918, supporting documents, and a police report.

Yes! Spouses and unmarried children under 21 may apply as derivatives.

Yes, typically 2-5 months after filing.

Processing averages 8–14 months.

After 3 years as a U Visa holder, you may apply for permanent residency if you maintained good moral character and continued to assist law enforcement.

Contact an attorney to explore other options or appeal if eligible.

It protects victims of human trafficking (forced labor, sex trafficking, etc.) who assist in investigations.

Victims under U.S. law who:

  • Are physically present in the U.S., its territories, or Mexico/Canada for trafficking.
  • Help government agencies investigate trafficking.

Spouses and children under 21 may apply after 1 year of T status.

Yes, typically 6 months after filing.

After 3 years of T status, if the requirements, such as good moral character, are met.

Parole in Place is a temporary immigration status that may allow undocumented individuals to remain in the U.S. without leaving to adjust status.

Eligibility varies. Recent proposals include:

  • Parents of U.S. citizens or legal residents (subject to ongoing policies).
  • Individuals with clean records and strong community ties.

Parole in Place does not guarantee permanent residency. You may need to apply for other visas or statuses later.

Currently no formal program exists, but watch for updates from the Biden administration. Consult an attorney for alternatives.

VAWA (Violence Against Women Act) lets victims of abuse self-petition to adjust status without the abuser’s involvement.

Victims of domestic violence, spousal abuse, or child/parent abuse, with proof of abuse and intent to leave the abuser.

  • Spouse of U.S. citizen/Legal Permanent Resident.
  • Parent of U.S. citizen under 21.
  • Child of U.S. citizen/ Legal Permanent Resident.

Yes, upon filing Form I-909.

If approved, you can adjust status 3 years after filing the petition.

Asylum allows individuals who fear persecution in their home country to live and work legally in the United States.

Asylum is applied for after arriving in the U.S., while refugees apply before arriving.

Persecution based on race, religion, nationality, political opinion, or membership in a particular social group.

File Form I-589 within 1 year of arrival (exceptions may apply). Include evidence of persecution.

Yes, after 150 days, if granted asylum eligibility.

Yes, your spouse and children may apply as derivatives.

SIJ is for children under 21 who:

  • Are legal wards of a U.S. state court.
  • Were abandoned, abused, or neglected.
  • Cannot reunite with parents.

Yes, through Form I-600 or I-600A, once SIJ is granted.

First, a state court must declare you a dependent and find abuse/neglect. Then, file with USCIS.

Yes, after filing the I-600A petition.

While not required, an attorney can help avoid costly mistakes.

Usually, travel requires advance permission (e.g., an A-File for asylum seekers).

3–18+ months, depending on the program.

Some crimes may affect eligibility. Consult an attorney!

Use USCIS.gov, local non-profits, or accredited immigration attorneys.

What should I do if I have been told by other attorneys that I have no options to obtain documents in the U.S.?
Call us. We have many clients who have been told by other attorneys that there were no options to obtain legal documents, when in fact various manners do exist. There are many different case types in immigration, and our Firm focuses heavily on case types that are not that common and not used as heavily by other immigration attorneys. With the case types we focus on, we can often help people who would not qualify through “traditional” or common case types. So definitely contact us. This is your life, and your peace of mind and ability to remain with your family is worth a second opinion.
Who will be handling my case?
We have a great legal team our attorneys have personally put together – this is to help our clients faster and make sure their case is prepared to win. You will talk to several people in our Firm – each person has a very specific job, which helps them to become a specialist in their role, as they only focus on that job. We do it this way so that you have someone with a lot of experience working on every step of your case. That’s how we are able to help so many people. So don’t worry, the big team is here to help you and you are better off with a big legal team working on your case. You are in good hands!
I have been told I am under the permanent bar. Does this mean I can never legalize my status?
No. The permanent bar may make your situation more complicated, but it is still possible to obtain legal status even for people who are under the permanent bar. Every case is different, but many of the case types described throughout our Firm’s website can in certain situations be used to legalize someone who is under the permanent bar.
Who will be handling my case?
We have a great legal team our attorneys have personally put together – this is to help our clients faster and make sure their case is prepared to win. You will talk to several people in our Firm – each person has a very specific job, which helps them to become a specialist in their role, as they only focus on that job. We do it this way so that you have someone with a lot of experience working on every step of your case. That’s how we are able to help so many people. So don’t worry, the big team is here to help you and you are better off with a big legal team working on your case. You are in good hands!
What should I do if I have been told by other attorneys that I have no options to obtain documents in the U.S.?
Call us. We have many clients who have been told by other attorneys that there were no options to obtain legal documents, when in fact various manners do exist. There are many different case types in immigration, and our Firm focuses heavily on case types that are not that common and not used as heavily by other immigration attorneys. With the case types we focus on, we can often help people who would not qualify through “traditional” or common case types. So definitely contact us. This is your life, and your peace of mind and ability to remain with your family is worth a second opinion.
Who will be handling my case?
We have a great legal team our attorneys have personally put together – this is to help our clients faster and make sure their case is prepared to win. You will talk to several people in our Firm – each person has a very specific job, which helps them to become a specialist in their role, as they only focus on that job. We do it this way so that you have someone with a lot of experience working on every step of your case. That’s how we are able to help so many people. So don’t worry, the big team is here to help you and you are better off with a big legal team working on your case. You are in good hands!

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