The Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS) visa is a form of protection for minors who have been abused, neglected, or abandoned by one or both parents. This visa allows these young individuals to obtain permanent residency in the United States.
To be eligible for SIJS, you must meet at least one of the following criteria:
You must be under 18 or 21 years of age, depending on the state where the petitioner is located, at the time of filing the petition.
The applicant must have an order from a U.S. state court determining that they are dependent on the court, or have been placed under the custody of a state agency or department, or an individual or entity appointed by the court.
The court must conclude that it is not in the minor's best interest to return to their home country or the country where their parents previously resided.
The applicant must be single.
The court must have determined that the minor was abused, neglected, or abandoned by one or both parents, or is subject to a similar condition under state law.
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Yes. If you have children or a spouse abroad who were included in the initial petition, they will need to apply for visas to enter the United States.
Yes, it is possible to move to another state while the U-Visa is pending. However, it is important to follow some guidelines to ensure that the move does not interfere with the processing of the application:
Following these steps will help ensure that your move does not cause complications in the processing of your U-Visa.
Yes, an immigrant can leave the United States while their U-Visa application is pending, but they must be cautious and aware of some important considerations. The U-Visa is intended for victims of certain crimes who have assisted or are assisting authorities in investigating or prosecuting these crimes.
Here are some crucial points to consider:
Therefore, while it is possible to travel outside the United States while awaiting U-Visa processing, it is essential to do so with caution and proper legal preparation to avoid compromising the application.
Lack of cooperation may result in the denial or revocation of the U-VISA.
Yes, spouses, children under 21 years old, and, if the applicant is under 21, parents and siblings under 18 years old.
After the U-Visa process is approved, and after 3 years of continuous presence in the U.S. with the U-Visa, the petitioner may apply for permanent residency (green card).
No. The process is confidential and the abuser is not notified.
Yes, children under 21 years old can be included as dependents.
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