Waiver of Inadmissibility |
Whether you require a Waiver of Inadmissibility based on your past law enforcement history, drug abuse, misrepresentation, or medical history, Barella Global will enthusiastically advocate on your behalf before US immigration officials.
Unfortunately, past mistakes, even those made during one’s adolescence can have serious consequences on their ability to travel to the United States. Some law enforcement issues which may seem innocent or may not have even been severely punished in one’s home country could render the individual inadmissible from entering the United States. |
What is inadmissibility? |
What is medical inadmissibility? |
What can I do if I’m found inadmissible? |
The only remedy when inadmissible is to apply for a Waiver of Inadmissibility, if you qualify. There are two types of waivers one applies for depending on whether they are seeking a nonimmigrant visa or an immigrant visa.
Nonimmigrant visas are temporary visas that do not lead to permanent residency. Examples of nonimmigrant visas are the B1/B2 visa, L1 visa, and E2 visa, to name a few. An Immigrant visas is the visa applied for when one is being sponsored for permanent residency. This would be the case in family sponsorship or employer green card sponsorship. The threshold for obtaining a waiver based on an immigrant visa, also known as the I-601 Waiver, is much higher, as the applicant must prove there would significant hardship to a US citizen in order to be approved. |
How long does a waiver application take?
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From start to finish a nonimmigrant waiver takes anywhere from four to six months. If you believe you are inadmissible and require a waiver to enter the US it is recommended you contact an immigration lawyer to start the process as soon as possible in order to avoid delay.
The I-601 immigrant waiver takes significantly longer. Processing times for the immigrant waiver can be over one year. |
The Barella Global Advantage |
What sets Barella Global apart from other US immigration law firms is our presence abroad. Our offices are located in London and Brussels.
The nonimmigrant waiver is the most common waiver application being processed – and the process begins at the applicant's local US Embassy or consular post. The Barella Global team has extensive experience representing clients throughout the various European consular posts in their waiver matters. Our team is equipped to handle even the most challenging issues and has successfully sourced waivers for applicants with multiple law enforcement encounters. To learn more about US immigration inadmissibility, or if you have been refused a visa and found inadmissible, contact Barella Global today to discuss your situation in confidence. |
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