US Visa Thailand - U Visa Thailand

The U nonimmigrant status (also known as the U visa) is set aside for victims of crimes who have suffered substantial mental or physical abuse as a result of the crime and who are willing to assist law enforcement and government officials in the investigation or prosecution of the criminal activity. For more information on how to apply for a U nonimmigrant visa, see our Humanitarian webpages.

Those who have been granted U nonimmigrant status may file for a green card (permanent residence) using Form I-485, Application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust Status, after meeting certain requirements.

To apply for a green card as a U nonimmigrant, you must meet the following conditions:

• You have been physically present in the United States for a continuous period of at least 3 years since the first date of admission as a U nonimmigrant and continue to hold that status at the time of application for adjustment of status.
• You have not unreasonably refused to provide assistance in the criminal investigation or prosecution
• You are not inadmissible under section 212(a)(3)(E) of the Immigration Nationality Act
• You establish your presence in the United States is justified on humanitarian grounds, to ensure family unity or is in the public interest