Navigating the complex U.S. immigration system can be daunting, especially if you are in fear of losing your status or having similar issues. Today, we will be talking about DACA, and what options DACA recipients have in case it ends.
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What Should You Do If DACA Ends?
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There are several alternative pathways you can take if DACA ends and you want to ensure lawful status in the United States.
1. Humanitarian Pathways
There are humanitarian pathways towards lawful permanent status in the U.S. that you can pursue if DACA ends and you lose your status.
Firstly, there is the U-Visa, otherwise known as Victims of Criminal Activity: U Nonimmigrant Status. It’s for people who are victims of certain crimes and who worked with law enforcement to solve that crime. There is also the T-Visa, otherwise known as Victims of Human Trafficking: T Nonimmigrant Status. This is for people who are victims of human trafficking, including labor trafficking.
Another option is VAWA, or the Violence Against Women Act, which is for victims of domestic abuse at the hands of a U.S. citizen. See our recent blogpost titled VAWA (Violence Against Women Act) – How Your Abuse Story Can Help You Get A Green Card, for more details on this option.
All of these options offer lawful permanent status for those eligible for that particular pathway. Make sure to stay informed on the eligibility criteria and partner with an experienced immigration lawyer if you believe this is something you should pursue.
2. TPS – Temporary Protected Status
This is a good option for people who are from a designated TPS country and who are in removal proceedings. This lets you get a cancellation of removal and allows you to pursue the green card application process in immigration court only, whereby a judge will decide if you are eligible for a 10 year green card.
3. Family-Based Petitions
You can also pursue a green card through the I-130 family petition. You can do this with a U.S. citizen immediate relative, such as a spouse, parent, child, or sibling.
In order to adjust your status through this pathway, as well as the other pathways, you have to have maintained lawful status in the United States. If you do have unlawful status or other immigration violations on your record, it is best to consult with an experienced immigration lawyer to see what your options are and if you are eligible for a waiver of those violations.
Planning Your Roadmap to Success
Whether you are seeking assistance with visa applications, green cards, citizenship, or any other immigration matter, we are here to help you every step of the way. Our mission is not just to provide legal services but to empower our clients with the knowledge and resources they need to achieve their immigration goals. With proper legal counsel, persistent preparation, and meticulous attention to detail, your success can become reality too. Partner with professionals like McBean Law to chart your visa journey’s triumph.
If you are interested in more topics like this, please consider subscribing to our newsletter to get weekly updates on immigration news, relevant topics, and more! You can also find us on YouTube where we do weekly Q&A sessions.
LaToya McBean Pompy is an immigration lawyer who immigrated to the United States from Jamaica. Her experience sparked an interest in helping many families be together in the U.S. by founding McBean Law. If you need help with your or a loved one’s visa, contact us here or call us today at (888)-462-4006 to schedule a private consultation with LaToya and her team of New York immigration lawyers who are here to help you.
