Instructions for USCIS Form I-601A Application for Provisional Unlawful Presence Waiver

USCIS Form I-601A Application for Provisional Unlawful Presence Waiver

This document contains official instructions for USCIS Form I-601A , Application for Provisional Unlawful Presence Waiver - a form released and collected by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security - Citizenship and Immigration Services. An up-to-date fillable USCIS Form I-601A is available for download through this link.

FAQ

Q: What is USCIS Form I-601A?
A: USCIS Form I-601A is an application for a Provisional Unlawful Presence Waiver.

Q: What is the purpose of Form I-601A?
A: The purpose of Form I-601A is to request a waiver for unlawful presence and establish eligibility for an immigrant visa.

Q: Who should use Form I-601A?
A: Form I-601A should be used by individuals who are immediate relatives of U.S. citizens and need a waiver of unlawful presence before they can apply for an immigrant visa.

Q: What is a Provisional Unlawful Presence Waiver?
A: A Provisional Unlawful Presence Waiver is a waiver that allows certain individuals to apply for an immigrant visa without having to leave the United States.

Q: What are the eligibility requirements for Form I-601A?
A: To be eligible for Form I-601A, you must be an immediate relative of a U.S. citizen, have an approved immigrant visa petition, be physically present in the United States, and demonstrate extreme hardship to a qualifying relative.

Q: What is considered extreme hardship?
A: Extreme hardship refers to the significant impact that separation from a qualifying relative would have, taking into account factors such as medical conditions, financial circumstances, and country conditions.

Q: What documents are required for Form I-601A?
A: The required documents for Form I-601A include a completed Form I-601A, evidence of your qualifying relationship to a U.S. citizen, evidence of an approved immigrant visa petition, proof of payment, and supporting documents to demonstrate extreme hardship.

Q: What is the filing fee for Form I-601A?
A: As of the latest instructions, the filing fee for Form I-601A is $630, which includes the application fee and the biometric services fee.