Financial Tips for Survivors of Domestic Violence
Six tips for domestic violence victims and survivors that are seeking to secure their financial future.
Immigration Benefits for Battered or Abused Victims
As a battered spouse, child or parent, you may file an immigrant visa petition under the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA), as amended by the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA).
Permanent Residence for Victims of Crimes
This page includes information about obtaining lawful status if you are the victim of certain crimes (including domestic abuse) and can obtain a certification that you are, have been or will be helpful in the investigation or prosecution of the crime.
Can a Domestic Violence Restraining Order Help Me?
The court can help protect people who have been abused or threatened with abuse by someone you dated, lived with, or are related to.
Domestic Violence Information from the Courts
This resource will help you understand how the California Court defines domestic violence, restraining orders, where to get help and find other resources.
Financial Tips for Survivors of Domestic Violence
Six tips for domestic violence victims and survivors that are seeking to secure their financial future.
Legal Resources for Immigrants
If you are seeking legal assistance for citizenship or immigration status, this pamphlet can serve as a starting point to find the legal services you need.
Remove Conditions on Permanent Residence Based on Marriage
You are given conditional resident status on the day you are lawfully admitted to the United States on an immigrant visa or adjustment of your status to permanent residence.
Seeking Protection from Domestic Violence
The court can help to prevent acts of violence with restraining orders, forms, resources and FAQ.
Appeals and Motions: Questions and Answers
You may file an appeal on some unfavorable decisions to the USCIS Administrative Appeals Office (AAO) or the Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA).
Can a Domestic Violence Restraining Order Help Me?
The court can help protect people who have been abused or threatened with abuse by someone you dated, lived with, or are related to.
New Numbers for Domestic Violence Victims
Sometimes, the best way to evade an abuser and reduce the risk of further violence may be to relocate and establish a new identity. Following these changes, getting a new Social Security number may also be helpful.
Find Legal Assistance with Your Immigration Case Near You
This interactive map and search engine that will help you find legal assistance near you.
An Immigration Filing Fee Waiver
Recognizing that some applicants cannot pay the filing fees, USCIS established a fee waiver process for certain forms and benefit types.
Ask WomensLaw.org a Question!
The purpose of this Email Hotline is for WomensLaw to provide basic legal information, referrals, and emotional support.
Domestic Violence Help Near You
This map is a useful tool for finding domestic violence organizations in your community who are Members of the Partnership.
Find USCIS Field Offices Near You
Field Offices handle scheduled interviews on non-asylum related applications.
National Domestic Violence Hotline and Chat
Call (800) 799 - 7233 for Trained advocates are available to talk confidentially with anyone experiencing domestic violence, seeking resources or information, or questioning unhealthy aspects of their relationship. TTY: (800) 787 - 3224 and Videophone (855) 812 - 11
New Numbers for Domestic Violence Victims
Sometimes, the best way to evade an abuser and reduce the risk of further violence may be to relocate and establish a new identity. Following these changes, getting a new Social Security number may also be helpful.
Immigration Benefits for Battered or Abused Victims
As a battered spouse, child or parent, you may file an immigrant visa petition under the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA), as amended by the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA).
Permanent Residence for Victims of Crimes
This page includes information about obtaining lawful status if you are the victim of certain crimes (including domestic abuse) and can obtain a certification that you are, have been or will be helpful in the investigation or prosecution of the crime.
Find Legal Assistance with Your Immigration Case Near You
This interactive map and search engine that will help you find legal assistance near you.
An Immigration Filing Fee Waiver
Recognizing that some applicants cannot pay the filing fees, USCIS established a fee waiver process for certain forms and benefit types.
Appeals and Motions: Questions and Answers
You may file an appeal on some unfavorable decisions to the USCIS Administrative Appeals Office (AAO) or the Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA).
Ask WomensLaw.org a Question!
The purpose of this Email Hotline is for WomensLaw to provide basic legal information, referrals, and emotional support.
Can a Domestic Violence Restraining Order Help Me?
The court can help protect people who have been abused or threatened with abuse by someone you dated, lived with, or are related to.
Check Your Case Status Service Online
Use your application receipt number to check your case status online.
Domestic Violence Help Near You
This map is a useful tool for finding domestic violence organizations in your community who are Members of the Partnership.
Domestic Violence Information from the Courts
This resource will help you understand how the California Court defines domestic violence, restraining orders, where to get help and find other resources.
Find USCIS Field Offices Near You
Field Offices handle scheduled interviews on non-asylum related applications.
Financial Tips for Survivors of Domestic Violence
Six tips for domestic violence victims and survivors that are seeking to secure their financial future.
Find What an Immigration Related Word Means Here
You can use this dictionary to quickly look up a definition or explanation for a topic.
Legal Resources for Immigrants
If you are seeking legal assistance for citizenship or immigration status, this pamphlet can serve as a starting point to find the legal services you need.
National Domestic Violence Hotline and Chat
Call (800) 799 - 7233 for Trained advocates are available to talk confidentially with anyone experiencing domestic violence, seeking resources or information, or questioning unhealthy aspects of their relationship. TTY: (800) 787 - 3224 and Videophone (855) 812 - 11
New Numbers for Domestic Violence Victims
Sometimes, the best way to evade an abuser and reduce the risk of further violence may be to relocate and establish a new identity. Following these changes, getting a new Social Security number may also be helpful.
Remove Conditions on Permanent Residence Based on Marriage
You are given conditional resident status on the day you are lawfully admitted to the United States on an immigrant visa or adjustment of your status to permanent residence.
Seeking Protection from Domestic Violence
The court can help to prevent acts of violence with restraining orders, forms, resources and FAQ.
Tips for Filing Forms with USCIS
Form fees, eligibility requirements, fee waiver eligibility, required documents, and mailing addresses vary depending on the form you are filing and why you are filing.