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Crime Victim Visa
In order to be eligible for a U-Visa, you must have been a victim of one of these crimes in the United States. You must also have suffered substantial physical or mental abuse as a result of the crime of which you were a victim. If you witnessed the crime and were somehow impacted by it, you may be eligible as well. You must be willing to cooperate with law enforcement to bring the perpetrator to justice.
Qualifying crimes for U-Visa
Abduction
Hostage
Sexual Assault
Abusive Sexual Conatct
Incest
Sexual Exploitation
Extortion
Manslaughter
Torture
False Imprisonment
Obstruction of Justice
Trafficking
*This also includes any similar activity where the elements
of the crime are substantially similar.,
**This also includes attempt, conspiracy, or solicitation to commit
any of the above and other related crimes.
Blackmail
Involuntary Servitude
Slave Trade
Domestic Violence
Kidnapping
Stalking
Female Genital Mutilation
Peonage
Witness Tampering
Felonious Assault
Perjury
Unlawful Criminal Restraint
Fraud in Foreign Labor Contracting
Rape
You can also apply for a U-Visa from outside the United States, but be sure to consult with an experienced immigration attorney to make sure you are eligible and to assist you in preparing your application. The U-Visa can also be the pathway to a green card.