U-Visa 

Temporary Visas > U-Visa

The U visa is for individuals who have suffered a great amount of physical or mental abuse because of being a victim of one or more of the following crimes: rape, torture, trafficking, incest, domestic violence, sexual assault, abusive sexual contact, prostitution, sexual exploitation, female genital mutilation, being held hostage, peonage, involuntary servitude, slave trade, kidnapping, abduction, unlawful criminal restraint, false imprisonment, blackmail, extortion, manslaughter, murder, felonious assault, witness tampering, obstruction of justice, perjury, or attempt, conspiracy or solicitation to commit any of these crimes.

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We can advise you in regard to whether you are eligible for a U visa. We can prepare and file your U visa application with the USCIS

• Guidance from USCIS on U Nonimmigrant Visa status.
• USCIS Memo (04/11/2008) Adjustment of status for VAWA self-petitioner who is present without inspection.