Who Is Eligible for Provisional Waiver of Three- or Ten-Year Time Bar

Certain relatives of U.S. citizens and permanent residents have, due to changes made in 2013 and 2016, a new option when seeking a waiver of past unlawful presence in the U.S.

Risks to Applying for Provisional Waiver of Unlawful Presence

While you will need to divulge the time you have spent in the U.S. illegally on your waiver application, in most cases, the potential benefit – obtaining a green card – will outweigh any risks of applying.

Frequently Asked Questions About the Provisional Waiver of Unlawful Presence in the U.S.

Wondering how the provisional waiver of unlawful presence can help you, living in the U.S. without immigration status, to pursue the opportunity to apply for a green card through the procedure known as adjustment of status?

How to Apply for Provisional Waiver of Three- or Ten-Year Time Bar

Guide to timing, preparing paperwork, gathering evidence, and more.

Filling Out Form I-601A to Request a Provisional Waiver

Step-by-step guidance to how applicants will need to fill out the new USCIS Form I-601A.

Proving "Extreme Hardship" to a U.S. Relative for Immigration Purposes

Your waiver will be approved only if you can provide strong evidence that your relative will experience extreme hardship both in the United States and in your home country

What to Do If Your Unlawful Presence Provisional Waiver Is Denied

A lot of noise is being made about the new provisional stateside waiver, but many people will still be denied. Read on for more information.

Making Sure Your Provisional Waiver Application Isn't Returned or Denied

How to help ensure that USCIS grants your I-601A provisional waiver application.