VAWA Immigration Lawyer – Violence Against Women Act Self-Petition

‍What is VAWA?

The Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) provides immigration protections for individuals who have suffered abuse by a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident spouse, parent, or child. Despite the name, VAWA is gender-neutral—both men and women can apply.

Through a VAWA self-petition, survivors can apply for lawful immigration status on their own, without the abuser’s knowledge, consent, or involvement. This powerful protection allows individuals to pursue safety and stability in the United States without fear of retaliation.

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VAWA Benefits

Filing a VAWA petition can provide:

• Work authorization (ability to legally work in the U.S.)
• Advance parole (travel authorization)
• Protection from deportation
• Eligibility for a green card (lawful permanent residence)
• A path to U.S. citizenship

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Who Qualifies for VAWA?

You may be eligible to file a VAWA self-petition if you have been subjected to physical, emotional, psychological, sexual, or financial abuse by:

• A U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident spouse (current or former)
• A U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident parent
• A U.S. citizen adult child

To qualify, applicants generally must also show:

• The marriage or relationship was entered into in good faith (if applicable)
• They resided with the abuser at some point
• They are a person of good moral character
• There was abuse in the marriage (verbal, emotional, psychological, financial, sexual or physical)

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Our Commitment to our VAWA Clients

Every applicant deserves safety, dignity, and stability. At Agarwal Law Group, our VAWA team guides clients through each step of the process with compassion and discretion. Whether you have limited evidence, are still living with your abuser, or are unsure if you qualify, we will fight to help you achieve your immigration goals.

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