Immigrants who have been victims of serious crimes or human trafficking may qualify for special visas that offer protection, lawful status, and a path to a Green Card. This blog post explains the U Visa and T Visa, who qualifies, and how to reclaim your life and future in the United States.
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What is a U Visa?
The U Visa is available to immigrants who:
- Have suffered substantial mental or physical abuse
- Were victims of certain qualifying crimes (e.g., domestic violence, sexual assault, trafficking, kidnapping, extortion, etc.)
- Have been helpful or are willing to be helpful to law enforcement in investigating or prosecuting the crime
Key Benefits:
- Protection from deportation
- Work authorization
- Opportunity to apply for a Green Card after three years
Important: You must obtain a certification from a law enforcement agency confirming your helpfulness.
What is a T Visa?
The T Visa is available to victims of human trafficking who:
- Are physically present in the U.S. due to trafficking
- Have complied with reasonable requests from law enforcement (unless under age 18 or unable due to trauma)
- Would suffer extreme hardship if removed from the U.S.
Key Benefits:
- Protection from deportation
- Work authorization
- Pathway to lawful permanent residence (Green Card)
- Derivative visas for certain family members
Typical Clients We Help
- Victims of domestic violence and sexual assault
- Survivors of human trafficking and forced labor
- Victims of kidnapping, stalking, and other violent crimes
- Individuals who cooperated with police investigations despite fear
Typical Clients We Help
- Spouses trapped in abusive marriages
- Children suffering parental abuse
- Parents neglected or abused by their adult U.S. citizen children
- Immigrants fearful of losing immigration status due to domestic violence
Your Next Steps
- Document Your Story: Keep police reports, medical records, or any documents related to the crime.
- Consult with an Attorney: Confidential consultation to assess eligibility.
- Obtain Law Enforcement Certification: For U Visas, Form I-918 Supplement B is required.
- File Your Petition: Submit the complete application and supporting documents.
Tip: Early documentation and compassionate legal support make a big difference.
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At the Law Offices of Fogam and Associates, LLC, we help survivors navigate the U Visa and T Visa process with dignity, compassion, and expert guidance.
Your courage. Your rights. Our commitment.
About Law Offices of Fogam and Associates, LLC
Founded by Edwin Fogam, an immigrant attorney with over 28 years of experience, the Law Offices of Fogam and Associates, LLC is dedicated to empowering immigrants through humanitarian, business, investment, and family-based immigration solutions.
