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Asylum

D.A.C.A.

Non-Immigrant Visa

Asylum offers protection to those fleeing persecution in their home countries, allowing them to seek safety in the United States without the need to return. To qualify, applicants must prove persecution or a credible fear of persecution based on race, religion, nationality, membership in a particular social group, or political opinion. It is crucial to file for asylum within one year of entering the U.S., noting that economic hardship does not qualify as a basis for asylum.

Types of Asylum:

  • Asylum based on race

  • Religious asylum

  • Asylum based on nationality

  • Particular social group asylum

  • Political opinion asylum

  • LGBT asylum or sexual orientation

  • Gender-based asylum

  • Humanitarian asylum

  • Defensive asylum

  • Convention Against Torture

If you were brought to the U.S. as a child without immigration documentation, you may qualify for deferred action and protection against deportation. This is possible under the Obama-era policy known as Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals, or “DACA.” Although the Trump Administration ended DACA in 2017, a federal court reinstated the program in late 2020. It is now supported by the Biden Administration.

This means that if you qualify for DACA and are living in the U.S. without documentation, you can continue to live and work without fear of leaving the only home you’ve ever known. Our attorney at The Law Office of Steven R. Espinoza can provide the professional legal guidance and services you need to protect your status and ensure the immigration system treats you fairly.

Are you seeking a temporary visa so you can live in the United States while you legally work or pursue an education? Not everyone who applies for a visa to come to the United States is attempting to do so permanently.

At the Law Offices of Steven Espinoza, we have years of experience handling all types of visa applications, including nonimmigrant visas. When you work with our firm, we can thoroughly examine your documents, review your situation, and assist with your application and your admission. We can also help you with what to do if and when your situation changes while you are inside the United States.

You can rely on us to keep you up to date on any information pertaining to your application and the complex immigration process.

Who Is Eligible for a Nonimmigrant Visa?Nonimmigrant visas are granted for a certain period of time, typically between 30 days to 6 years, depending on the specific visa. The period of time your visa is granted for will line up with whatever business you intend to carry out while in the United States. There are many categories of people who might be eligible for a nonimmigrant visa. We can work with you to figure out what type of visa is right for your situation