We Handle Complex Immigration-Based Waivers

Some applicants for admission to the U.S. or to obtain U.S. permanent residency are not eligible unless they first have a waiver approved. There are many types of waivers for a variety of scenarios, including for unlawful presence, or a crime. The I-601 waiver and the I-601A waiver pardons or waives a variety of immigration “inadmissibility” that disqualify the person from entering the U.S. or seeking an immigrant visa, or obtaining permanent residency.  Also, the I-212 waiver will “waive” an inadmissibility to allow a person who has been ordered deported or removed to be able to become a permanent resident.  Also, even some persons who qualify for a professional non-immigrant visa may need a waiver and must apply under “212(d)(3)” at the U.S. Consulate overseas.  A person who has had been in J-1 status sometimes needs a “212(e)” waiver of the two year home country requirement.  Or sometimes a U.S. permanent resident may require a “237(a)(1)(h) waiver” to keep their permanent resident status and to legally stay in the U.S. Each type of waiver has different requirements.