Inadmissibility Waiver Lawyer in Dallas

I-601 and I-601A waivers allow certain individuals who are otherwise inadmissible to the United States - often due to unlawful presence, fraud, or certain criminal history - to seek a waiver based on extreme hardship to a qualifying U.S. citizen or permanent resident relative.

Who Is the Waiver of Grounds of Inadmissibility For?

Who Qualifies

The applicant must show that a qualifying relative would experience extreme hardship - beyond the ordinary hardship of separation - if the waiver were denied, considering factors such as health, finances, education, and country conditions.

How to Apply

Applicants file Form I-601A before departing for their consular interview (for the unlawful presence bar only) or Form I-601 during or after consular processing for other grounds of inadmissibility, supported by extensive hardship evidence.

Period of Stay & Processing

Processing for I-601A and I-601 waivers commonly takes one to two years, though times vary by USCIS service center and case complexity.

This overview is for general information only and is not legal advice. Current forms, fees, and eligibility rules should always be confirmed against official USCIS and U.S. Department of State guidance, or with one of our attorneys, before filing.