What kind of evidence do I need to provide?
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You will need to provide evidence of the abuse you have experienced, such as police reports, medical records, and affidavits from friends and family members who are aware of the abuse. You will also need to provide evidence that can help USCIS establish that the abuser is a U.S. citizen or legal permanent resident. The more evidence you can provide, the higher the chances of approval of your VAWA case are.
What if there was never physical abuse?
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You can apply for a VAWA self petition even if there was no physical abuse. VAWA benefits also apply to individuals who have been victim of emotional abuse, mental abuse or any other type of abuse that could constitute extreme cruelty. At VAWA Central we have successfully handled cases in the past where there has been no physical abuse. Contact us today for additional information on what type of evidence could be used in these cases.
Will my spouse be notified that I started a VAWA application?
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No. USCIS will never notify the abuser that you have started an application. If you still live with the abuser, we can have USCIS mail all the documents pertaining to the case directly to us.
How much does is it cost to process a VAWA case?
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Legal fees for the preparation of Form I-360 and assembling the supporting documentation is $700. USCIS will not charge you for filing this form.
What is included in the $700 flat fee?
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The flat fee includes all matters related to the preparation and filing of Form I-360. This includes unlimited calls with the attorney, review of the supporting documents, preparation of the form, filing with USCIS, response to request for evidence if there is any and answering any questions you might have related to the filing of your VAWA I-360.
What happens after my VAWA I-360 is approved?
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Once you have an approved I-360, you are entitled to receive an employment authorization document. This will allow you to work legally in the United States. If you are eligible, you can also apply for adjustment of status. In other words, if you qualify, you can request for USCIS to issue a green card for your.
Who will handle my case?
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At VAWA Central we understand how delicate domestic violence matters are. This is why absolutely all your contact for the case will be with the attorney. You will not have to explain any details of your case to a receptionist or a paralegal. All the information will always be confidential between you and the attorney. Furthermore, only the attorney and the USCIS officer adjudicating your case will be able to see the supporting documents you submit.
I don't have evidence to prove my spouse is a citizen or LPR, what do I do?
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The experienced attorney at VAWA Central can help you overcome this hurdle. In the past we have successfully been able to move a case forward even if there was no direct evidence that the abusing spouse was a citizen of the U.S. or a legal permanent resident. Book you free phone call with the attorney today so we can provide you with guidance on what other type of documents or information can be provided to USCIS to establish this.
Do I have to remain married to my abusive spouse in order to qualify for a VAWA case?
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You do not need to remain married to the abuser in order to qualify for VAWA. USCIS allows an application for VAWA to be filed up to 2 years from when the marriage ended if there is a connection between the abuse and the marriage ending.
I don't speak English, can you help me with my case?
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Yes, the attorney at VAWA Central also speaks Spanish. In the event that you need legal support in any other language, we can also take your case if you have someone that can help you with translating.
