A Second Chance to Stay Connected to the Ones You Love
The I-601A Provisional Unlawful Presence Waiver allows certain individuals who have accrued unlawful presence in the United States to apply for a waiver before departing for their consular interview abroad. At Yesildal Law, we build compelling waiver applications that demonstrate extreme hardship and keep families together.
Who Qualifies for the I-601A Waiver?
The I-601A waiver is available to immediate relatives of U.S. citizens who are otherwise admissible but are subject to the three- or ten-year bar due to unlawful presence. Applicants must be physically present in the U.S. and have an approved immigrant visa petition.
Proving Extreme Hardship
The core of a successful I-601A waiver is demonstrating that denial would cause extreme hardship to a qualifying U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident spouse or parent. Our attorneys carefully document financial, medical, emotional, and country condition factors to build the strongest possible hardship case.
The Waiver Process & What to Expect
Once the I-601A waiver is approved, the applicant departs the U.S. for a consular interview in their home country. The approved waiver significantly reduces the risk of a lengthy separation from family. We prepare you thoroughly for every stage of this process — from filing to your consular appointment.
Distance From Your Family Should Not Be Permanent
An unlawful presence bar can feel like an insurmountable obstacle — but with the right legal strategy, there is a path forward. At Yesildal Law, we fight to keep families united by building hardship cases that give our clients the best possible chance at approval.
