T and U Visas Lawyers in Arapahoe County, CO, Assisting Clients Through the Visa Process

If you or a loved one have been the victim of a crime, you may be eligible for a T or U visa. These visas are available to victims of human trafficking and other crimes who cooperate with law enforcement in the investigation or prosecution of the perpetrator. At McGuire Law, our compassionate and experienced team can help you navigate the T and U visa process as an immigrant.

We believe everyone deserves strong and passionate legal representation, regardless of their immigration status. Get in contact with our experienced family law immigration lawyers today at (720) 922-2988 to learn more about your options.

What is a T Visa?

A T visa is available to victims of human trafficking who cooperate with law enforcement in the investigation or prosecution of the perpetrator. To be eligible for a T visa, you must:

• Be or have been a victim of human trafficking
• Be in the United States, American Samoa, the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, or at a port of entry due to trafficking
• Comply with any reasonable request from law enforcement for assistance in the investigation or prosecution of human trafficking (or you are unable to cooperate because of physical or psychological trauma)
• Demonstrate that you would suffer extreme hardship involving unusual and severe harm if removed from the United States
• Be admissible to the United States or eligible for a waiver of inadmissibility

If you are granted a T visa, you will be allowed to remain in the United States for up to four years. You may also be eligible for employment authorization and certain benefits, such as healthcare. After three years, you may be eligible to apply for permanent residency.

What is a U Visa?

A U visa is available to victims of certain crimes who have suffered mental or physical abuse and are willing to cooperate with law enforcement in the investigation or prosecution of the perpetrator. To be eligible for a U visa, you must:

• Be the victim of certain crimes, including domestic violence, sexual assault, trafficking, and other crimes
• Suffer mental or physical abuse as a result of the crime
• Cooperate with law enforcement in the investigation or prosecution of the crime
• Demonstrate that you would suffer extreme hardship involving unusual and severe harm if removed from the United States
• Be admissible to the United States or eligible for a waiver of inadmissibility

What is the Process of Obtaining T and U Visas?

The process of obtaining a T or U visa begins with the victim filing an application with U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). The victim must show that he or she has been the victim of human trafficking or is cooperating with law enforcement in the investigation or prosecution of human trafficking.

After the application is filed, USCIS will review the application and make a decision. If USCIS approves the victim’s application, the victim will be granted a T or U visa. The victim can then apply for a work permit and eventually permanent residency in the United States. The process of obtaining a T or U visa can be long and complicated. It is important to have an experienced immigration attorney help you through the process.

Why Should I Hire a T and U Visas Lawyer?

An attorney can also help you obtain all of the necessary documentation to support your application, such as police reports, medical records, and statements from witnesses.

In addition, if your application is denied, an attorney can help you appeal the decision. Our law firm has experience with T and U visas and can help you navigate the process. Please contact us today for a consultation.

Contact McGuire Law Today For the Help You Deserve

If you or a loved one are an immigrant that has been a victim of human trafficking, it is important to contact an experienced immigration attorney as soon as possible to discuss your options for obtaining a T or U visa.

McGuire Law has extensive experience helping victims of human trafficking obtain the relief they need. We will work tirelessly to help you and your family secure your future in the United States. For an initial consultation, call (720) 922-2988 to speak to our team today!