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The Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) allows certain abused spouses, children, and parents of U.S. citizens or permanent residents to self-petition for legal status without the abuser’s knowledge or consent. ✅ Who Qualifies? Spouses or former spouses of U.S. citizens or permanent residents. Unmarried children under 21 years old of abusive U.S. citizen or permanent […]

U Visa holders may apply to adjust their status to lawful permanent resident (green card holder) after maintaining U Visa status for at least 3 years in the U.S. and meeting other eligibility criteria. 📝 Eligibility Requirements Have continuously resided in the U.S. for at least 3 years since receiving U Visa status. Have been

The U Visa provides temporary immigration relief to victims of certain qualifying crimes who have suffered substantial physical or mental abuse and are willing to assist law enforcement in the investigation or prosecution. ✅ Eligibility Requirements Victim of a qualifying crime such as assault, domestic violence, trafficking, or sexual assault. Have suffered substantial physical or

Human trafficking involves the forced labor or commercial sex acts through force, fraud, or coercion. Victims often face exploitation and abuse with little ability to escape. ✅ Immigration Relief for Victims: The T Visa The T Visa is designed to protect victims of severe trafficking who assist law enforcement in investigating or prosecuting traffickers. 📝

⚖️ How Do Criminal Convictions Impact Immigration? Certain criminal convictions can have serious consequences for non-citizens, including: Deportation (Removal) Inadmissibility to enter or re-enter the U.S. Denial of immigration benefits such as visas, green cards, or citizenship. 🚨 Types of Crimes That Matter Aggravated felonies: Broad category including serious crimes like murder, drug trafficking, or