U-Visa | Law Office of Marce

The U-Visa is an immigration benefit for victims of certain crimes who have suffered significant mental or physical abuse and are willing to help law enforcement. This visa was created to protect victims and help authorities investigate crimes more effectively.

U-Visas: A Path for Victims of Crimes

What Are the Benefits?

A U-Visa provides more than just temporary legal status. It offers:

A U-Visa offers temporary legal status (up to four years), work authorization, and a path to a green card after three years. It also allows for the inclusion of certain family members.
Due to a yearly limit on how many U-Visas can be granted, there's often a long waiting list. However, you may be able to get work authorization while you wait

Am I Eligible?

To qualify for a U-Visa, you must meet four main requirements:

You qualify if you were a victim of a qualifying crime in the U.S. (e.g., domestic violence, sexual assault, human trafficking)
Suffered significant physical or mental abuse due to it
Have information about the crime, and are or are likely to be helpful to law enforcement
You must also be admissible to the U.S.

What's the Application Process?

First, obtain certification from a law enforcement agency (e.g., police or prosecutor's office) confirming your helpfulness in their investigation.

Second, submit this certified application to USCIS.

We understand that navigating the U-Visa process requires sensitivity, expertise, and comprehensive knowledge of immigration law. Please contact us to schedule a consultation. Whether you have initial inquiries about eligibility or are ready for professional assistance with your case, our office is here to handling your sensitive information with care.