FAQs

Common reasons for deportation from the United States include overstaying visas, criminal convictions, immigration violations, fraudulent documentation, and engaging in unauthorized employment. Individuals may also…

The U visa provides temporary legal status and work authorization to victims of qualifying crimes who cooperate with law enforcement. Also known as U Nonimmigrant…

U visa eligibility is for victims of certain crimes who have suffered substantial physical or mental abuse in the U.S. and are willing to assist…

Family members of U visa applicants may be eligible for derivative visas, allowing them to join or remain with the principal applicant in the United…

The U visa application requires a law enforcement certification (Form I-918B) signed by a qualified agency. This document confirms the applicant’s cooperation in investigating or…

An immigration attorney can guide U visa applicants through the complex process, helping to gather necessary documentation, preparing a compelling petition, and walking applicants through…

Rivas & Associates assists Spanish-speaking clients with VAWA immigration cases by providing bilingual legal representation. The firm’s experienced, Spanish-speaking attorneys guide clients through the complex…

VAWA recognizes both physical and verbal abuse as forms of domestic violence. However, physical abuse often carries more weight in VAWA cases due to its…

Evidence for a VAWA abuse claim may include law enforcement reports, medical records, photographs of injuries, court documents, protective orders, witness statements, and personal affidavits…