In order to apply for the U Visa, you must meet certain requirements must be met, including the following:
1)
You must prove to USCIS that you are the victim of one of the following crimes:
- Abduction
- Incest
- Rape
- Abusive
Sexual Contact
- Involuntary Servitude
- Sexual Assault
- Blackmail
- Kidnapping
- Sexual Exploitation
- Domestic
Violence
- Manslaughter
- Slave Trade
- Extortion
- Murder
- Torture
- False Imprisonment
- Obstruction
of Justice
- Trafficking
- Felonious Assault
- Peonage
- Unlawful Criminal Restraint
- Female
Genital Mutilation
- Perjury
- Witness Tampering
- Hostage Prostitution
- Attempt, conspiracy or solicitation
to commit any of the above crimes
2) You have suffered substantial physical or mental
abuse as a result of having been a victim of one of the above crimes;
3) You have useful information
concerning the crime which occurred;
4) You have helped, or is likely to help, in the investigation
or prosecution of the crime; and
5) The crime violated the laws of the United States or occurred in
the United States.
If you think you meet the above criteria and would like the opportunity to file for permanent
residence, please contact us immediately to set up a consultation to discuss your case with Ms. Alonso.
