How do I prove extreme hardship for I-601A?
The legal requirements for proving extreme hardship are:
- You must have a “qualifying relative” who is a U.S. citizen or permanent resident.
- The USCIS considers extreme hardship to your qualifying relative, not to you.
- Your qualifying relative does not have to be the person who sponsored you for immigration.
What would be considered extreme hardship?
Extreme hardship has been defined to mean hardship that is greater than what your relative would experience under normal circumstances if you were not allowed to come to or stay in the United States. There has to be something extra at play.
What evidence must I submit with form I 601A?
You must submit the DOS immigrant visa processing fee receipt or other evidence of fee payment for the NVC case associated with the approved immigrant visa petition.
What qualifies as extreme hardship for immigration?
The “extreme hardship” must be to a qualifying immediate family member who is a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident (“green card” holder). Depending on the waiver being sought, a qualifying family member is usually defined as a spouse and, in most cases, a parent or child.
What evidence must I submit with form I-601A?
How do I know if my 601A is approved?
You may check the status of your Form I-601 application online by entering the USCIS receipt number into the “Case Status” field located on the USCIS home page. Also, when the NSC makes a decision on your application, the NSC will send you a decision notice at the address you provided on your Form I-601 application.
What comes after 601A is approved?
What Happens After I 601 Is Approved? Once the waiver is approved by USCIS, the applicant should receive a packet of information from the U.S. Embassy of his or her country of origin. The packet will instruct the applicant to set up a new interview appointment at the consulate.