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Asylum is a form of protection granted to individuals who: Are already in the U.S. or arriving at a port of entry, Have a well-founded fear of persecution in their home country based on race, religion, nationality, political opinion, or membership in a particular social group. Asylum allows you to stay in the U.S., work […]

Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS) is a special immigration classification designed to protect children under 21 years old who are in the United States and have been abused, abandoned, or neglected by one or both parents. SIJS allows these vulnerable youth to apply for lawful permanent residency (a green card) based on their need for

Parole in Place is a special immigration relief that allows certain undocumented family members of active-duty or veteran U.S. military personnel and reservists to remain in the United States legally without leaving the country to apply for a visa. ✅ Who Qualifies? Immediate family members (spouses, children, parents) of U.S. military personnel on active duty

Both VAWA (Violence Against Women Act) and the U Visa provide important immigration relief options for victims of abuse or crime, but they serve different purposes and have unique eligibility requirements. 👤 Who Qualifies? Feature VAWA U Visa Target Applicants Victims of domestic violence by a U.S. citizen or permanent resident spouse, parent, or child

The Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) allows certain immigrant victims of domestic violence to apply for lawful status without the help of their abusive U.S. citizen or green card holder spouse or family member. Despite the name, VAWA applies to all genders—including men and LGBTQ+ individuals—who are victims of abuse. 👤 Who Can File a