The T Visa is for victims of human trafficking present in the United States, applied to both adults and children. It offers a legal way for these victims to remain in the U.S. while assisting authorities in the investigation or prosecution of human trafficking crimes.
To qualify for the T Visa, it is necessary to meet certain criteria:
The applicant must be a victim of human trafficking as defined by U.S. law.
The applicant must be physically present in the United States or at a port of entry due to trafficking.
The applicant must demonstrate that they would suffer extreme hardship involving unusual and severe damage if removed from the United States.
It is important to cooperate with law enforcement in the investigation or prosecution of human trafficking, unless exempt due to physical or psychological trauma.
We will evaluate your background and experiences to begin developing your case strategy.
We will guide and support you in gathering all the essential documents for the immigration process.
Our attorneys will design the best strategy for obtaining your Green Card.
YOUSA will handle the entire process for securing your Green Card, including communication with the U.S. court.
We will track the progress of your case from start to finish and keep you informed of every development.
After reviewing your application, USCIS will issue a decision on your visa request.
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Yes, it is possible to change status while the U Visa is pending. However, it is important to follow some guidelines to ensure that the change does not disrupt order processing:
Following these steps will help ensure your change of status goes smoothly in processing your U Visa.
Yes, an immigrant can leave the United States while in the process of obtaining a U visa, but they must exercise caution and be aware of some important considerations. The U visa is intended for victims of certain crimes who have helped or are helping authorities in investigating or prosecuting those crimes.
Here are some crucial points to consider:
Therefore, although it is possible to travel outside the United States while awaiting U visa processing, it is essential to do so with caution and due legal preparation to avoid compromising the process.
Failure to cooperate may result in denial or revocation of the U-VISA.
Yes, spouses, children under 21, and, if the applicant is under 21, parents and siblings under 18.
After the U-Visa process is approved, and after 3 years of continuous presence in the USA with the U-Visa, the petitioner can apply for permanent residence (green card).
No. The process is confidential and the attacker is not notified.
Yes, children under 21 can be included as dependents.
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