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The I-360 petition is one of those exceptional ways whereby U.S. immigration law allows qualified aliens to apply for special immigrant status, which opens the door, upon approval, for later application for a green card. Excluded by grounds of inadmissibility from entering the United States, while the I-360 petition forms cover a wide range of applicants, including religious workers, certain juveniles, victims of domestic abuse under the Violence Against Women Act, and Afghan and Iraqi translators whose service was entirely instrumental to U.S. operations. US Visa Pathway, makes this a quickly processed, one-stop application with professional legal advice on setting the application up and information provided that will go a long way in increasing the approval rate.
I-360 special immigrant status is available for several categories of individuals, each designed to serve people in particular situations:
Religious occupation in a nonprofit organization, such as ministers and persons in religious vocations, may apply in this category based on applicants having two years of experience in a qualifying role and proof of continuous work in one's faith community.
The VAWA offers immigration benefits for spouses, children, and parents of U.S. citizens or lawful permanent residents who have endured abuse in the hands of such citizens or permanent residents, thereby creating their path to independence and safety.
The classification or status that a minor in the United States is afforded who has been battered, abandoned, or neglected by one or both parents may be qualified as Special Immigrant Juveniles. It is a lawful means for some undocumented minors to remain in the United States under the care of supportive individuals or agencies.
Afghan and Iraqi nationals who have worked as translators or interpreters for the United States Armed Forces or government, sometimes in very hazardous environments, are qualified to apply for special immigrant status in support of asylum or as a gesture of appreciation for their service.
Employees of specific United States-based international broadcasting organizations, such as the Broadcasting Board of Governors or Voice of America, who seek to continue providing their services in the United States may petition for I-360 special immigrant status.
Staff members and their families working in G-4 international organizations or NATO-6 are eligible; this will cover staff serving with global organizations like the United Nations who intend to apply for permanent residence.
These categories include many applicants but share one common purpose: they offer a means of gaining legal permanent residency for those in singular and, often, compromising positions.
While the different categories of qualification can alter the processing steps, an I-360 petition goes through the following steps:
The petitioner, or in some instances, the applicant, starts by filing Form I-360 with United States Citizenship and Immigration Services. This form states the category under which an applicant falls, with supporting documentation necessary for proving eligibility, such as employment letters, religious affiliations, or proof of the relationship and abuse for the abused applicant.
Additional documents other than those categorized above are necessary to establish qualification. For instance, religious workers must provide additional ordination documentation and two years of experience. In contrast, SIJ applicants may need to attach additional state court orders for verification of abuse, neglect, or abandonment by one parent.
Following receipt and processing, the application will be reviewed by the USCIS. It may include background checks and other requests for further evidence. On many occasions, Afghan and Iraqi translators may be granted priority on the grounds of security benefits that accrue.
Applicants in the U.S. may pursue an adjustment of status on Form I-485 to lawful permanent resident upon approval of an I-360. If they are out of the U.S., they can undergo consular processing for an immigrant visa to enter the U.S. as permanent residents.
This card will be obtained if proper adjustment or consular processing has been achieved. It allows an applicant to have lawful permanent resident status in the United States.
The process of the I-360 petition is riddled with several categories and procedures involved in filing, with strict documentation standards that must be considered at all times. Here’s how US Visa Pathway can help:
Our legal team reviews all documents to ensure they meet USCIS standards, removing delays and ensuring maximum approval possibility.
We manage every stage of the application process, lessening your stress and giving you time to plan for your future.
Immigration law is complex and ever-evolving. We will give all clients phone updates regarding any changes impacting their cases.
We represent our clients in court to support them with strategic solutions when there are complications.
Let US Visa Pathway, assist you with competence and commitment toward a successful I-360 Special Immigrant petition. Do not hesitate to contact us today to get started on your pathway to residency in the United States.
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