U non-immigrant status was created by Congress in 2000 as part of the Victims of Trafficking and Violence Prevention Act. U non-immigrant status was created with the intent of increasing cooperation with law enforcement and protecting immigrants who are victims of certain types of qualifying crimes, most of which are related to domestic violence, sexual assault, prostitution, or trafficking.

Important:  USCIS changes it immigration forms often.  Before submitting any immigration application always check with the USCIS web site to make sure you have the most current version of the immigration form.  Please also always triple-check the correct filing fee at the USCIS website before filing. We also strongly recommend you refer to this page for guidance on filing forms to USCIS to ensure that your application does not get rejected.