Green card waivers, also known as waivers of inadmissibility, are requests made by individuals seeking lawful permanent residency (green cards) in the United States, despite being deemed inadmissible for certain reasons.

 Common grounds for inadmissibility include criminal convictions, immigration violations, fraud, or health-related issues.

 Waivers provide a mechanism for individuals to overcome these barriers. Here are some common types of green card waivers:

• I-601 Waiver (Waiver of Grounds of Inadmissibility):
  • This waiver is filed to overcome various grounds of inadmissibility, such as unlawful presence, fraud or misrepresentation, and certain criminal offenses.
  • It is commonly used by family-sponsored immigrants and employment-based immigrants.

• I-601A Provisional Unlawful Presence Waiver:
  • Specifically designed for individuals who are otherwise eligible for an immigrant visa but are barred due to unlawful presence.
  • Allows certain immediate relatives of U.S. citizens to apply for a provisional waiver while still in the U.S. before departing for consular processing.

• I-212 Waiver (Permission to Reapply for Admission into the U.S.):
  • Individuals who have been previously deported or removed may file this waiver to seek permission to reapply for admission.
  • It is often used by individuals with prior removal orders.

• I-192 Waiver (Application for Advance Permission to Enter as Nonimmigrant):
  • This waiver is applicable to nonimmigrants, allowing them to enter the U.S. despite certain inadmissibility grounds.
  • It is commonly used by individuals seeking entry for humanitarian or public interest reasons.
• 212(d)(3) Waiver (Nonimmigrant Visa Waiver):
  • Temporary visitors may be eligible for a waiver under Section 212(d)(3) of the Immigration and Nationality Act.
  • It allows nonimmigrants to overcome certain grounds of inadmissibility for a specific period, typically related to tourist or business visas.
• Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) Waiver:
  • Victims of domestic violence who are applying for immigration benefits under VAWA may be eligible for a waiver of certain grounds of inadmissibility.
• Special Immigrant Juvenile (SIJ) Waiver:
  • Minors who have been declared dependent on a juvenile court and are seeking Special Immigrant Juvenile status may apply for a waiver of certain inadmissibility grounds.

Each waiver has specific eligibility criteria, requirements, and procedures.

If you need a waiver, book a consultation with our offices, so we can review your case.