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Overview of Waivers:
A Waiver is;
Often referred to as a request for forgiveness,
Not a stand alone benefit and must be filed with a request for an immigration benefit,
In some instances the waiver cannot be filed until after a benefit request has been filed
and a waiver is requested by a government authority. This is generally the case in
in consulate processing.
May be filed pursuant to consulate processing, with the USCIS, or with the EOIR,
Generally requires a showing or hardship or extreme hardship to an immediate relative
who is an American citizen or lawful permanent resident. Meeting this requirement is
key to a successful waiver.
Kyndra L Mulder, Esquire, has 37 years experience writing successful waivers.
Contact Mulder Law for a review of your situation and to determine whether you qualify for a waiver.
Types of Waivers
Fraud and Willful Misrepresentation
Fraud and Willful Misrepresentation are similar charges. Both involve an act of willful and sometimes material deceit in reference to a material fact.
Fraud: is a deliberate act of deception. It involves knowingly and willfully providing false information or documents with the intent to deceive immigration authorities for personal gain. Withholding of relevant and material information can be considered fraud .Fraudulent actions can lead to severe consequences, including deportation, permanent inadmissibility, and criminal charges.
Misrepresentation: Misrepresentation involves providing false information or documents, but it may not necessarily be done with the intent to deceive. It can occur due to misunderstanding, innocent mistakes, or misinformation. However, even unintentional misrepresentations can have serious consequences in immigration proceedings.
In many cases, individuals may be eligible for waivers for fraud and mirepresentation.
I-601 Inadmissibility
There are a number of reasons why a person may be found inadmissible to the United States. The requirements for a waiver may vary depending on the reason for the inadmissibility.
If you have already been found inadmissibile or you think there may be a reason why you could be found inadmissible call or text Mulder Law.
I-601A Unlawful Presence
The Unlawful Presence Waiver is a special provision whereby a person who has entered the U.S. without being admitted can be forgiven. Mulder Law has been writing successful I-601A Waivers since the legislation first became active.
I-751 Joint Filing Requirement
You married for all the right reasons and received your lawful permanent residence with conditions. Your marriage soured and you and your spouse seperated. You will need a waiver of the joint filing requirement in order to have the conditions of your permanent residence status removed.
J-1 Foreign Residency
Your visa stamp indicates that you must return to your home country for two years but you want to stay in the U.S.. You may need a waiver of the foreign residency requirement in order to remain in the USA and or adjust status.
Proving Hardship
Most waivers require a showing of extreme hardship to a qualified U.S. Citizen or Lawful Permanent Resident if the waiver is not granted The showing of extreme hardship requires a thorough review of your personal situation. Mulder Law has many years of experience in successfully writing hardship waivers.