U Visa and VAWA for Victims of Domestic Violence

U Visa vs VAWA Chart

WHEN TO APPLY FOR U VISA AND WHEN TO APPLY FOR A VAWA (VIOLENCE AGAINST WOMEN ACT)?

In this article we’ll talk about the differences between the U visa and the VAWA visa, both have things in common, and why there were created for victims of “domestic violence”. If you have been a victim, have received abuse, abuse and aggression, you can apply to one of the visas, but there are some requirements that allow you to apply. Which are?

 

DESCRIPTION CASE

VISA U

VAWA

Abuse and domestic violence must happen within the United States 

x

 

x

Must demonstrate a de facto cohabitation or be legally married 

x

You must file a complaint with the police and have cooperated with the authorities 

x

A police certificate proving the cooperation and collaboration of the victim in the case must be presented 

x

A pardon can be obtained easily in case of having a moral misconduct or criminal record 

 

x

The victimizer or aggressor must be a citizen or legal permanent resident. 

x

The victim of abuse can be a woman or a man 

x

 

x

Domestic violence should have been generated repeatedly and check the frequency of abuse received 

 

x

The process to obtain permanent residence is easier and faster 

x