What Proof Is Needed for VAWA? To file a VAWA (Violence Against Women Act) petition, the applicant must provide evidence to prove that they qualify for relief. The key types of proof needed include: Proof of Relationship: Evidence showing the petitioner’s relationship to the abusive U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident spouse or parent [...]

  What Is the 2-Year Rule for VAWA? The 2-Year Rule for VAWA (Violence Against Women Act) refers to a special provision that allows certain self-petitioners to still qualify for VAWA protection even if the abusive U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident (LPR) has lost their immigration status, under specific circumstances. According to this rule, [...]

  Can I Self-Petition for a Green Card? Yes, in certain cases, you can self-petition for a Green Card, meaning you can apply without a U.S. employer or family member sponsoring you. U.S. immigration law allows self-petitioning under specific categories where individuals meet certain qualifications or face special circumstances. The most common self-petition options include: [...]

  Will USCIS Begin Conducting Interviews for Certain VAWA Self-Petitioners?  Yes, as of December 2024, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has begun conducting in-person interviews for certain VAWA (Violence Against Women Act) self-petitioners who have both a pending Form I-360 (self-petition) and Form I-485 (adjustment of status). Who is subject to an interview? VAWA [...]

  How Long After VAWA Is Approved To Get a Green Card? After a VAWA (Violence Against Women Act) self-petition (Form I-360) is approved, the time it takes to receive a green card depends on several factors, but typically ranges from 6 to 12 months for the final steps—such as background checks, biometrics, a possible [...]

How Long After VAWA Is Approved to Get a Green Card? Once your VAWA (Violence Against Women Act) self-petition — Form I-360 — is approved, the time it takes to receive your green card depends on your eligibility to adjust status and whether a visa is immediately available in your category. General Timeline VAWA Petition [...]

What Is the Approval Rate for VAWA Self-Petition? The average approval rate for VAWA (Violence Against Women Act) self-petitions is approximately 75%. This means that three out of four applicants who file a VAWA petition with sufficient documentation and eligibility are likely to be approved. From 1997 to 2011, the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services [...]

  Can a VAWA Applicant Apply for a Green Card? Yes, a person who qualifies under the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) can apply for a green card (lawful permanent residence) in the United States. VAWA provides a path to legal status for victims of abuse who are close family members of U.S. citizens or [...]

  What Happens After the I-130 Is Approved? Once your I-130 (Petition for Alien Relative) is approved by USCIS (U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services), the next steps depend on whether the immigrant beneficiary is: 1. Inside the United States (Adjustment of Status) If the beneficiary is already in the U.S. and is eligible to adjust [...]

 Processing times for Immediate Relatives of a U.S. Green Card Holder For spouses and minor children (under 21) of U.S. green card holders, who fall under the F2A family preference category, the total estimated processing time—from filing the I‑130 to final visa issuance—is approximately 35 months according to recent data.Why It Takes Up to 35 MonthsForm [...]