VAWA, U, T, SIJ, NACARA, Applications serve as the various humanitarian forms for special victims and for public interest cases. Individuals who are outside of the United States may be able to request parole into the United States based on urgent humanitarian reasons or a significant public benefit. USCIS provides protection to individuals unable to reside in their home countries; to individuals who must enter the U.S. under urgent circumstances; and to victims of certain crimes, including but not limited to human trafficking, domestic violence, abandonment, neglect, or abuse. Whereas a special immigrant is an alien who qualifies for a Green Card (permanent residence) after meeting certain criteria. Depending on the classification, an employer or the alien must file a petition with USCIS.
| Category | Form(s) | Who It’s For | Key Protections |
| VAWA | I‑360 | Abuse victims by eligible relatives | Deportation protection, work & benefits, green card |
| U Visa | I‑918 + Suppl B | Crime victims aiding law enforcement | Temporary status, work, eventual green card |
| T Visa | I‑914 | Human trafficking victims | Relief + status, work, green card path |
| SIJ | I‑360 | Juveniles neglected/abused by parents | Special immigrant status, green card path |
| NACARA | I‑485 | Nationals of listed countries meeting conditions | Path to green card under special act |
At Global Immigration, we understand that humanitarian and special immigrant visas are more than an application, it’s a hope for a better future.
