What is the process for a child to apply for a waiver of the alien relative requirement?

In Virginia, the process for a child to apply for a waiver of the alien relative requirement can vary depending on the individual’s situation. Generally, the waiver is granted if the child can demonstrate extraordinary hardship that would result from the denial of the waiver. In such cases, the child may apply for a waiver through the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). The application process involves submitting a Form I-601, Application for Waiver of Grounds of Inadmissibility, which must be submitted with complete supporting evidence. It is also important to note that a separate form must be submitted for each ground of inadmissibility for which the waiver is sought, including unlawful presence or the alien relative requirement. The application must be signed by the child and include details about why the waiver should be granted. In addition to the I-601 form, a filing fee of $535 must be submitted along with the application. USCIS usually takes up to 3-4 months to review the application. However, the processing time can vary depending on the individual’s circumstances and the availability of resources at USCIS. Once USCIS makes a decision, they will either approve or deny the application. If the waiver is approved, the child will be allowed to pursue permanent residence in the US. If the waiver is denied, the child should consult with an immigration attorney to determine the best next steps.

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El proceso para que un niño aplique para una exención de la exigencia de pariente extranjero es bastante directo. Primero, el niño debe completar el Formulario I-600A, Solicitud de Excepción de Requisitos de Pariente Extranjero. Esta petición debe ser presentada al Servicio de Ciudadanía e Inmigración de los Estados Unidos (USCIS) para su procesamiento. En el formulario se debe incluir prueba de parentesco, como un certificado de nacimiento, prueba de buena conducta, como una carta de recomendación de la escuela o de la comunidad, y otros documentos de prueba, como un informe médico. Una vez que el niño haya presentado la solicitud, el USCIS revisará los documentos para verificar que se cumplen los requisitos para la exención de la exigencia de pariente extranjero. También se revisará la buena conducta del niño y, si se aprueba, el USCIS emitirá una exención a la exigencia de pariente extranjero. Esto permitirá al niño presentar una petición para el estatus de no inmigrante, como una visa de estudiante, una visa de trabajo temporal o una visa de trabajo permanente. Si el niño no cumple con los requisitos para obtener la exención, tendrá que encontrar un familiar extranjero que sea un ciudadano estadounidense o un inmigrante legal permanente para presentar la petición Formulario I-600. Si ningún pariente cumpliera con los requisitos, el niño no podrá obtener la visa de no inmigrante.

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