Can VAWA Stop Deportation? Yes, VAWA (Violence Against Women Act) can serve as a powerful defence in deportation proceedings and may help eligible survivors of abuse remain in the United States. If you are in removal (deportation) proceedings and have been abused by a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident spouse, parent, or adult [...]

  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 [...]