U visa (I-918) — document preparation for crime victims

The U nonimmigrant visa ("U visa") was created by Congress to protect victims of certain serious crimes who suffered substantial abuse and who cooperate with law enforcement in the investigation or prosecution of that crime. It is a humanitarian category — it can lead to work authorization and, after a qualifying period, to a green card.

Who the U visa is for

• You were the victim of a qualifying crime (such as domestic violence, felonious assault, sexual abuse, trafficking, kidnapping, or witness tampering, among others).
• You suffered substantial physical or mental abuse as a result.
• You have information about the crime and were, are, or are likely to be helpful to law enforcement.
• The crime occurred in the United States or violated U.S. law.

What we prepare

• Form I-918 — the principal petition for U status, with the personal statement and supporting exhibits organized.
• Form I-918 Supplement B — the certification a law-enforcement agency completes; we prepare the packet so it is ready for the certifying official's signature.
• Form I-918 Supplement A — derivative petitions for qualifying family members.
• Form I-192 — the waiver of inadmissibility filed with most U petitions.
• Form I-765 — employment authorization once eligible.
• Certified translations of police reports, medical records, and other supporting evidence.

What the U visa process does NOT do

Congress caps principal U visa approvals at 10,000 per fiscal year, so petitions routinely wait on a list for several years before a decision; USCIS may grant deferred action and a work permit in the meantime. The U visa is legally complex and the deadlines for law-enforcement certification are strict. Imverica is a registered Legal Document Assistant — not a law firm. We prepare documents at your direction and do not select your category, give legal advice, or guarantee any outcome. For advice or representation we maintain referrals to licensed California immigration attorneys.