Background
In
October 2000, Congress created the “T” nonimmigrant status by passing the
Victims of Trafficking and Violence Protection Act (VTVPA). The legislation
strengthens the ability of law enforcement agencies to investigate and
prosecute human trafficking, and also offer protection to victims.
Human
trafficking, also known as trafficking in persons, is a form of modern-day
slavery in which traffickers lure individuals with false promises of employment
and a better life. Traffickers often take advantage of poor, unemployed
individuals who lack access to social services. The T Nonimmigrant Status (T
visa) is a set aside for those who are or have been victims of human
trafficking, protects victims of human trafficking and allows victims to remain
in the United States to assist in an investigation or prosecution of human
trafficking.
You
may be eligible for a T visa if you:
To
apply for a T visa, submit:
Note:
You are strongly encouraged to submit Form I-914, Supplement B, Declaration of
Law Enforcement Officer for Victim of Trafficking in Persons, to show law
enforcement agency support. Form I-914, Supplement B serves as primary evidence
that you are a victim of trafficking and that you have complied with reasonable
requests from law enforcement.
Certain
qualifying family members are eligible for a derivative T visa.
If you are....
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Then...
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Under
21 years of age
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You may apply on behalf of your
spouse, children, parents and unmarried siblings under age 18.
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21
years of age or older
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You
may apply on behalf of your spouse and children.
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To
apply for a qualified family member, you must file a Form I-914, Supplement A,
Application for Immediate Family Member of T-1 Recipient, at the same time as
your application or at a later time.
USCIS offers resources for victims of human trafficking and other crimes and the organizations that serve them. This information is designed to help answer any questions you or your family might have about obtaining T or U Nonimmigrant status.
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