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T-visa: status for survivors of human trafficking
For people brought or held in the U.S. through force, fraud or coercion.
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Short answer
The T-visa protects survivors of labour or sex trafficking who are in the United States because of that trafficking. Unlike the U-visa there is no long queue, decisions currently come in months, not years, and you do not need a police report if you can show you cooperated or that an exception applies.
Get protection and work authorization after trafficking.
Overview
Unfortunately, human trafficking is a frequent problem in the United States. In Florida, reports from the state's Department of Health in 2020 indicate that 738 cases of human trafficking involved women and children. The immigration attorneys at 360 Immigration Law Group have been working to help human trafficking victims obtain T Visas for years. There is hope for those seeking relief. Obtaining your T Visa opens the door to a safe life in the United States and allows you to work. If you or someone you know is seeking a T Visa, contact the immigration attorneys in Florida at 360 Immigration Law Group.
What is a T visa?
A T Visa allows non-citizen victims of human trafficking to become permanent residents in the United States. These types of visas also allow the non-citizen victim to obtain work authorization in the U.S. Sometimes, if a survivor successfully obtains citizenship or permanent residency through these circumstances, their close family members may eventually join them in the United States. What is the process to obtain a T Visa?
Report human trafficking The first step you should take if you or someone you know is a victim of human trafficking is to contact local authorities immediately. Informants or survivors can also contact the National Human Trafficking Hotline. Once you have reported to the authorities, an investigation will be conducted.
Filing an I-914 form There will be no application fee when submitting the I-914 visa application form. The time it takes to process and approve the application is unique to each case and may vary depending on the evidence. If approved, the T Visa can be valid for up to four years.
Gather evidence to prove eligibility Proving human trafficking can be a complex and emotionally charged process for all involved. Some of these identifiers include blatant physical abuse (bruises, scratches, burns), poor living conditions (living in cramped quarters with multiple people), employer or "guardian" withholding identification documents, or being underpaid, overworked, or fearful.
For assistance with T Visa applications, contact the experienced legal team at 360 Immigration Law Group.
- Qualifications for a T Visa in Florida
To qualify for a T Visa, you must meet several requirements:
You are a victim of severe human trafficking (involving the use of force, forced prostitution, sex trafficking, or involuntary servitude).
You are in the United States as a result of human trafficking.
You can demonstrate that returning to your home country poses an extreme risk.
If you are over 18, you have complied with or will comply with human trafficking investigations.
At 360 Immigration Law Group, we have helped many trafficking survivors apply for T Visas. Contact us to discuss your case and determine if you qualify.
Need help applying for your T Visa? Talk to 360 Immigration Law Group today.
If you or someone you know needs help obtaining a T visa, 360 Immigration Law Group is here to assist you. Our expert immigration attorneys have been helping human trafficking victims obtain T Visas for years. We can help you understand if you qualify, gather the necessary documents, and submit your application. You don't have to suffer in silence. Contact our Florida law firm today at 954-667-3660.
Is this confidential?
Yes. What you tell us is protected and we do not contact anyone else without your permission.
In VAWA, U-visa and T-visa cases the abuser or employer is not notified that you filed, and they are not asked to sign anything or take part.
If you are on a shared or monitored device, use the hide button at the top of this page, call us from a phone that is not tracked, or ask us to wait for you to call us back.
National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-7233 (24 hours, all languages).
Who qualifies?
You were subjected to a severe form of trafficking
Labour or sex trafficking involving force, fraud or coercion; debt bondage counts.
You are in the U.S. because of the trafficking
Including if you entered legally and the situation developed afterwards.
You complied with reasonable requests from law enforcement
Or you are under 18, or trauma prevents it, both are recognised exceptions.
You would suffer extreme hardship if removed
Documented through your account and supporting records.
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Tell us your situation. We will tell you honestly whether you have a case.
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Staying safe on a shared device
Browsers keep a history of pages you visit. Use a private window, clear your history afterwards, or use a friend's phone. If you are in immediate danger, call 911.
National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-7233 (24 hours, all languages).
Do you qualify? A four-question check
Do you qualify? A four-question check
Four private questions. Nothing is stored or transmitted.
What does the process look like?
Confidential intake
Whenever you are ready
At your pace, on a channel you choose, with no unexpected contact.
Declaration and evidence
3 to 6 weeks
Your account plus any records from shelters, advocates, medical providers or law enforcement.
File the I-914
Filing week
Including derivative applications for family members.
Decision and work authorization
6 to 18 months
Bona fide determination brings interim protection; approval brings four years of status.
How long does it take?
T-visa decisions currently take roughly 6 to 18 months, considerably faster than U-visas because the annual cap is rarely reached. Green card eligibility follows after three years, or sooner if the investigation concludes.
What does it cost?
Flat fee with fee waivers requested.
There is no USCIS filing fee for the T-visa application. Our legal fee is flat and quoted before you commit. Survivors referred by shelters and advocacy organisations should tell us at intake.
Frequently asked questions
You must comply with reasonable requests from law enforcement, but there are exceptions if you are under 18 or if trauma prevents it.
Contact
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- We reply within one business day, in English, Spanish or Portuguese.
- Consultations by phone, Zoom or WhatsApp.
- Attorney input is part of our case evaluation process from the start. The information you share is carefully reviewed with an attorney.
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