Do I Qualify?
Licensed Immigration Attorney Consultation
The best way to know if you qualify for an immigration waiver is to have your case reviewed by a licensed immigration attorney.
We’ve partnered with Contigo Law, a full-service immigration law firm that serves clients worldwide. After reviewing your circumstances, a licensed attorney will recommend the most favorable path forward based on your eligibility and goals.
Schedule a no-obligation consultation to learn more. If you qualify for one of Ready Waiver’s services, your consultation fee will be credited toward your case.
IMMIGRATION WAIVERS
I-601A Provisional Unlawful Presence Waiver
I-601 Application for Waiver of Grounds of Inadmissibility
In order to qualify, an Applicant is typically:
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Physically present in the United States
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At least 17 years of age
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The spouse and/or child of United States Citizen or Lawful Permanent Resident
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Has an approved or pending I-130 application to verify the relationship indicated above
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Clean criminal background (does not include moving traffic violations)
Applicants may or may not have received a Statement of Inadmissibility from a U.S. Consulate indicating they are inadmissible and require an I-601 waiver. Common reasons include:
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3-year or 10-year Unlawful Presence Bar
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Immigration Fraud or Misrepresentation
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Alien Smuggling
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Controlled Substance Violation (single offense of 30 grams or less of marijuana)
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Waiver of the Vaccination Requirement
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Communicable Disease or Public Health Significance
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Physical or Mental Disorder and Associated Harmful Behavior
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Membership in a Totalitarian Party
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Prostitution
I-212 Permission to Reapply for Admission
Applicants typically require this waiver if they:
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Have been previously removed or deported from the U.S.
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Have an outstanding removal order
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Wish to re-enter the U.S. before the required waiting period ends
Common reasons include:
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Prior removal or deportation order
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Unlawful reentry after removal
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Failure to comply with voluntary departure
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Accrued unlawful presence
Applicants must demonstrate:
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Good moral character
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Rehabilitation
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Strong family ties in the U.S.
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Evidence of hardship to qualifying relatives
J-1 Waiver of Two-Year Home Residency Requirement
In order to qualify, an Applicant is typically:
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A J-1 Visa holder
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Subject to the 2-year home residency requirement
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Seeking to remain in the U.S. or adjust status
Common waiver options include:
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No Objection Statement from home country
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Hardship to U.S. citizen or resident spouse/child
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Fear of persecution in home country
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Request from an Interested Government Agency
ADDITIONAL SERVICES
I-485 – Adjustment of Status
In order to qualify, an Applicant is typically:
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Physically present in the United States
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The beneficiary of an approved petition (such as I-130 or I-140)
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Eligible for an immigrant visa (visa availability required)
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Admitted or paroled into the U.S. (in most cases)
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Not subject to disqualifying immigration violations
I-130 – Petition for Alien Relative
In order to qualify, an Applicant is typically:
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A U.S. Citizen or Lawful Permanent Resident
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Petitioning for a qualifying family member (spouse, child, parent, or sibling)
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Able to prove a valid family relationship
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Submitting supporting documents such as:
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Birth or marriage certificates
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Evidence of a bona fide relationship (photos, joint accounts, etc.)
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Filing from inside or outside the United States
N-400 Application for Naturalization (Citizenship)
In order to qualify, an Applicant is typically:
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A lawful permanent resident (green card holder)
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Residing in the U.S. for:
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At least 5 years, or
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3 years if married to a U.S. citizen
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A person of good moral character
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Able to read, write, and speak basic English
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Able to pass the U.S. civics test
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Physically present in the U.S. for the required period