The U nonimmigrant visa is available to survivors of certain crimes who assist law enforcement in investigating or prosecuting the crime against them. To qualify for a U visa, you must demonstrate that you:
The U visa provides the applicant with employment authorization and a pathway to lawful permanent residence in the United States.
Learn more about the U visa here.
Applying for a U visa is a long and often complex process. The process requires obtaining a certification from a law enforcement agency certifying that the applicant was the victim of a qualifying crime and confirming that the applicant has assisted in the investigation of the crime. It is not uncommon to find resistance when requesting certification. Our attorneys have the expertise to help identify the proper agency and obtain the necessary certification.
Once your certification is issued, Delgado Rompf Bruen will help you prepare to file your U visa. In addition to drafting the required forms, we will assist you in writing the required affidavit and collecting evidence of the physical and/or mental harm you suffered as a result of the crime; your assistance to law enforcement; and your eligibility for an inadmissibility waiver, if required. We will then keep you informed during the adjudication wait time, including advice regarding the Bona Fide Determination, deferred action, employment authorization, and your eventual application for permanent residency.
The U visa application hinges on proof that the applicant assisted with the investigation and/or prosecution of the qualifying crime. Documents that could be helpful include police reports, copies of emails/transcripts of phone conversations with the police, subpoenas for testifying in court, etc. The U visa application also requires proof of harm suffered by the applicant. This can come in the form of medical records, pictures of injuries, or proof of therapy visits following the incident.
Our attorneys and staff know that the events that may qualify an applicant for a U visa are often traumatic and emotional. If you have questions about the U visa, you can learn more about scheduling a consultation here. We are also available to assist U visa holders with their adjustment of status applications.
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