Know the Laws:
Immigration rules can be complicated, but the pages below will help give you an idea of your options and your rights. For help please see the Immigration/International page on WomensLaw.org.
- Immigration - Basic Questions & Answers
Includes information about calling the police, benefits, custody, deportation, and more.
- VAWA Laws for Abuse Victims
Information for obtaining legal status if you are married to an abusive US citizen or lawful permanent resident.
- U- Visa Laws for Crime Victims
Information for obtaining legal status if you are the victim of a crime (including domestic abuse) and are or will be helpful in the investigation or prosecution of the crime.
- T-Visa Laws and Trafficking
T-visas are designed to provide immigration status to a noncitizen survivor of a severe form of human trafficking.
- Asylum Status
If you are an immigrant in the U.S. who has a fear of returning to your home country due to a fear of persecution (mistreatment/abuse), you might be eligible for asylum, which would allow you to stay in the US legally.
- Refugee Status
If you are a non-U.S. citizen living outside of the U.S. who has a fear of returning to your home country due to a fear of persecution (mistreatment/abuse), you might be eligible for refugee status, which would allow you to come to the U.S. legally.
- Information for the Latino Community
Immigrants' rights and legal options for the Latino community.