Belmont Juvenile Visa Lawyer
Our goal is to create a safe path toward lawful status and a stable future.
Eligibility Criteria for Juvenile Visas in Belmont
To qualify for SIJS, the applicant must:
- Be under 21 years of age
- Be unmarried
- Be declared dependent on a juvenile court or placed in foster care or custody
- Be unable to reunify with one or both parents due to abuse, neglect, or abandonment
- Have a finding that returning to their country is not in their best interest
Understanding SIJS Protection in Belmont
In Belmont, SIJS serves as a lifeline for undocumented children to live and work lawfully in the United States.
How Family Court Orders Affect SIJS Petitions
Our Belmont immigration attorneys work alongside family lawyers to secure court findings efficiently and accurately.
Immigration Forms and Evidence for SIJS Applicants
After receiving the court’s findings, the child files Form I-360 with USCIS, including:
- Proof of age (e.g., birth certificate)
- Juvenile court dependency order
- Best interest determination
- Evidence of abuse, neglect, or abandonment
How Legal Counsel Helps With Juvenile Visas in Belmont
Work Authorization and Benefits for SIJS Recipients
We help families in Belmont file all necessary forms to secure legal protection and work rights.
How SIJS Leads to a Green Card
We ensure all applications are submitted properly and support you during every interview and filing step.
Legal Options After SIJS Is Rejected
If USCIS denies the petition, our Belmont team helps identify legal remedies. We may file appeals, motions to reopen, or pursue other forms of relief like asylum or U Visas.
Our attorneys act swiftly to protect the child’s ability to remain in the U.S.
How We Help Unaccompanied Minors With SIJS
Children without parental care often face added risks in immigration cases. Unaccompanied minors and those in foster care benefit from trusted legal guidance to avoid removal.
Our Belmont attorneys advocate fiercely to protect their best interests at every turn.
