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U-Visas: Immigration Relief for Victims of Certain Crimes, FAQs

This document provides brief answers to frequently asked questions about U Visas, eligibility, included crimes, required documents for applications, deportation, confidentiality, and more. Read More

U-Visa in a Nutshell

Chavez and Bolin

Created by Carmen Chavez and Courtney Bolin, this document gives a quick glance at the basic U Visa requirements and serves as checklist for easy reference. Read More

Sample U-Visa Certification Request Letter

Case Cornelia Law Center

This letter, provided by Case Cornelia Law Center, is an example of the U Visa certification request an investigating, prosecuting, or judicial official would receive from a victim's representative. Read More

Certification of U-Visa (Non-Immigrant Status)

Austin and Dallas Police Department

The purpose of this General Order is to establish guidelines and procedures when receiving requests for a U Visa Nonimmigrant Status certification. This legislation was intended to strengthen the ability of law enforcement agencies to... Read More