Frequently Asked Questions About Legalizing Status in the U.S.
This page is for undocumented persons in the United States, including those who crossed the border without permission or stayed beyond the permitted time allowed under a visa or other status. We'll answer some common questions about whether it's possible to become legal.
FAQs About Obtaining Legal Status
FAQs About Obtaining Legal Status
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Is Any Amnesty for Undocumented Immigrants Available Now?
What immigration programs currently offer opportunities for undocumented (illegal) immigrants.
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Will I-601A Provisional Waiver Help My Undocumented Husband Get a Green Card?
New possibilities created by the I-601A waiver.
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How Soon Can U.S.-Born Child of Undocumented Immigrant Petition for Parent?
The child of a U.S. citizen must turn 21 first, and a citizen who overstays a visa in the U.S. or is undocumented will need to overcome other legal and procedural hurdles.
FAQs About Avoiding Deportation
FAQs About Avoiding Deportation
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Will having U.S. citizen children prevent deportation of undocumented immigrant?
A child born in the U.S. offers no quick or reliable way to get legal status here.
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What's the Difference Between an ITIN Taxpayer Number and a Social Security Number?
ITINs can be useful for immigrants in the U.S., including the undocumented, who lack Social Security Numbers.
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