VAWA, or the Violence Against Women Act, is a body of legislation protecting victims of domestic violence or abuse in the United States VAWA allows immigrants who are victims of domestic violence to self-petition for a green card. This law protects abused spouses, children, and parents of U.S. citizens or permanent residents, providing abuse victims a potential path to legal status without relying on their abuser.
What is VAWA and how does it help immigrants pursue a green card?
marzo 19, 2025 – Lorena Rivas
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