Certain U.S. immigration laws require individuals to prove “extreme hardship” to obtain waivers for inadmissibility or deportation relief. Extreme hardship is a complex legal standard, and proving it is crucial for many applicants seeking to remain in the U.S. with their families.
At BPR Immigration Law, we help individuals prepare strong waiver applications by documenting the hardships their families would face if they were forced to leave the U.S.
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Extreme hardship is required for several types of immigration applications or as a defense to deportation, including:
Used for individuals barred from reentering the U.S. due to:
The applicant must prove that denial of the waiver would cause extreme hardship to a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident (LPR) spouse or parent. For waivers of criminal offenses, hardship to U.S. citizen or LPR children may be considered.
Extreme hardship must affect a qualifying U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident (LPR) relative, typically:
NOTE: This list is not an exhaustive. Every case must be analyzed on its own terms. Immigration attorneys at Benach Pitney Reilly Immigration, are experienced at identifying non-traditional and unique forms of hardship which may not be apparent at first blush.
USCIS gives special consideration to certain hardship factors, including:
A strong waiver application requires substantial documentation to prove extreme hardship.
Evidence That Strengthens a Hardship Case:
At Benach Pitney Reilly Immigration, we:
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