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I-601A Waiver Approved for Client in the U.S. More Than 20 Years
What happens when the life you’ve built for more than 20 years feels like it could all be taken away?
Her Story
For our client from the Democratic Republic of Congo, that question weighed heavily on her mind for decades. She first arrived in the United States as a teenager, sent alone on a plane by her parents. She grew up in a southern state a , believing her parents were taking care of her immigration status — but later discovered they had not.
Despite the uncertainty, she built a full life here. She met her future U.S. citizen husband in high school, and together they had five U.S. Citizen children and created a home in the U.S. But the shadow of her immigration status followed her everywhere, from challenges renewing her driver’s license to the fear that one day she could be separated from her family.
Her biggest fear came down to this: leaving the United States for an immigrant visa interview and not being able to return. That fear only grew as her husband, a U.S. citizen, faced medical hardships — including PTSD after a serious car accident. His well-being became a key part of the hardship evidence we developed to support her case.
How We Helped
She found our firm on YouTube and scheduled her first consultation with Attorney LaToya McBean Pompy in July 2020. Attorney McBean Pompy knew that our clients’ number one goal was to stay together as a family permanently. We filed her I-130 family petition that October 2020, and it was approved in September 2021.
After mustering up the courage to continue their immigration journey, our clients gave us the greenlight to file the I-601A provisional unlawful presence waiver. This waiver would allow our client to avoid a 10-year ban upon leaving the U.S. for her embassy interview in Africa.
In September 2023, we filed her I-601A waiver.
The Outcome
The result was a successful DACA renewal, approved on June 22, 2026, with the client’s Employment Authorization Document (EAD) renewed for an additional two years, and the new EAD card delivered on June 30, 2026.
This case is an important reminder that, despite ongoing changes in immigration law and policy, eligible DACA recipients still qualify to renew their protection and work authorization.
Every immigration case is different.
If you are unsure about your immigration options, don’t assume you have no path forward. A thorough legal assessment with a qualified immigration attorney and a well-planned strategy can make all the difference.
Contact McBean Law for Immigration Relief
McBean Law, PLLC is a New York immigration law firm and your trusted partner in navigating the complexities of immigration law in the United States. With a focus on personalized support and a proven track record of success, our experienced team of immigration attorneys is here to help you achieve your dreams of a brighter future in the United States.
Every case is different. Prior results do not guarantee similar outcomes. Always consult with a licensed immigration attorney about your specific situation.
