{"id":7192,"date":"2023-07-13T14:17:02","date_gmt":"2023-07-13T18:17:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/urbinalawfirm.com\/did-you-know-that-illegal-re-entry-into-the-united-states-has-serious-consequences\/"},"modified":"2024-06-19T09:41:55","modified_gmt":"2024-06-19T13:41:55","slug":"illegal-re-entry-into-the-united-states","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/urbinalawfirm.com\/en\/illegal-re-entry-into-the-united-states\/","title":{"rendered":"Did you know that illegal re-entry into the United States has serious consequences?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Illegal re-entry into the United States<\/strong> often appears to be the only option for some migrants separated from loved ones after <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/urbinalawfirm.com\/en\/types-of-deportations-u-s\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/urbinalawfirm.com\/en\/types-of-deportations-u-s\/\">deportation<\/a><\/strong> or who have been prevented from entering the country due to <strong>inadmissibility<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">However, far from being a way to be reunited with loved ones, this <strong>constitutes a crime<\/strong> for which you can be<strong> deported<\/strong>, <strong>fined<\/strong> or even <strong>imprisoned<\/strong>. The attorneys at <strong>Urbina Immigration Law<\/strong> will analyze the <strong>consequences of illegal re-entry<\/strong> into the United States and the grounds for inadmissibility.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-rank-math-toc-block\" id=\"rank-math-toc\"><h3>Table of Contents<\/h3><nav><ul><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#what-is-considered-an-illegal-re-entry-into-the-united-states\">What is considered an illegal re-entry into the United States?<\/a><ul><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#what-does-it-mean-to-be-inadmissible-in-the-united-states\">What does it mean to be &#8220;inadmissible&#8221; in the United States?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#what-is-an-immigration-waiver\">What is an immigration waiver?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#who-qualifies-for-a-waiver-of-inadmissibility\">Who qualifies for a waiver of inadmissibility?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#what-types-of-immigration-waivers-are-there\">What types of immigration waivers are there?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#penalties-for-illegal-reentry\">Penalties for Illegal Reentry<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#how-to-obtain-an-immigration-waiver-to-re-enter-the-united-states-after-being-deported\">How to obtain an immigration waiver to re-enter the United States after being deported?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#faq-question-1689270600227\">What is the difference between Form I-601 and Form I-601A?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#faq-question-1689270613405\">Where to file an immigration waiver?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#faq-question-1689270667048\">Is there a fee to file a waiver of inadmissibility?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#obtain-an-immigration-waiver-with-a-professional-attorney\">Obtain an immigration waiver with a professional attorney<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#sources\">Sources<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#other-resources-you-may-be-interested-in\">Other resources you may be interested in<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"what-is-considered-an-illegal-re-entry-into-the-united-states\">What is considered an illegal re-entry into the United States?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Following the <strong>immigration laws<\/strong>, it is considered <strong>illegal reentry to the United States<\/strong> to <strong>return<\/strong> or <strong>be in the country <\/strong> <strong>without government approval<\/strong> after the following <strong>situations<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>You left the United States with an <strong>outstanding order of deportation<\/strong> or <strong>removal<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The authorities <strong>denied him entry<\/strong> into the United States.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>He was <strong>deported<\/strong> from the United States.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>He was <strong>removed<\/strong> from the United States.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/urbinalawfirm.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/pexels-kindel-media-7714795-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Services in Georgia - Urbina Immigration Law.\" class=\"wp-image-7179\" title=\"- Urbina Immigration Law.\" srcset=\"https:\/\/urbinalawfirm.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/pexels-kindel-media-7714795-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/urbinalawfirm.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/pexels-kindel-media-7714795-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/urbinalawfirm.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/pexels-kindel-media-7714795-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/urbinalawfirm.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/pexels-kindel-media-7714795-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/urbinalawfirm.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/pexels-kindel-media-7714795.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Illegal re-entry into the United States is a federal crime.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Please note that illegal re-entry into the United States constitutes a <strong>federal crime<\/strong> for which you may be <strong>deported<\/strong>, <strong>fined <\/strong>and\/or <strong>imprisoned<\/strong>. Therefore, if you are faced with any of these situations and wish to enter the country, it is recommended that you <strong>seek the assistance of an attorney<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-3e41869c wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/urbinalawfirm.com\/en\/contact\/\">Tell us about your case<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"what-does-it-mean-to-be-inadmissible-in-the-united-states\">What does it mean to be &#8220;inadmissible&#8221; in the United States?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Being <strong>inadmissible to the United States <\/strong>means that you <strong>cannot legally enter the country<\/strong> or <strong>obtain a Green Card<\/strong>. There are <strong>multiple reasons<\/strong> why immigration authorities may declare you inadmissible. Some of the <strong>most common<\/strong> are:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Health reasons.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Criminal record.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Threat to national security.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Probability of becoming a public charge.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Lack of labor certification.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fraud or misrepresentation.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Prior proceedings for removal, unlawful presence or reentry into the United States.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Even if you have some grounds of inadmissibility to your credit, do not despair: certain <strong>waivers of inadmissibility<\/strong> may apply and you may be able to <strong>enter the country legally<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"what-is-an-immigration-waiver\">What is an immigration waiver?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">An <a href=\"https:\/\/urbinalawfirm.com\/en\/what-is-a-migratory-waiver\/\"><strong>immigration waiver<\/strong><\/a>, also known as a <strong>Waiver of Grounds of Inadmissibility<\/strong>, is a <strong>pardon<\/strong> granted by the government to certain <strong>aliens who have violated the laws<\/strong> of the United States, as long as the alien <strong>has not committed certain crimes <\/strong>that render him or her inadmissible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"617\" src=\"https:\/\/urbinalawfirm.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/pexels-pixabay-290386-2-1024x617.jpg\" alt=\"Services in Georgia - Urbina Immigration Law.\" class=\"wp-image-7187\" style=\"width:1024px;height:617px\" title=\"- Urbina Immigration Law.\" srcset=\"https:\/\/urbinalawfirm.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/pexels-pixabay-290386-2-1024x617.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/urbinalawfirm.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/pexels-pixabay-290386-2-300x181.jpg 300w, https:\/\/urbinalawfirm.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/pexels-pixabay-290386-2-768x462.jpg 768w, https:\/\/urbinalawfirm.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/pexels-pixabay-290386-2-1536x925.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/urbinalawfirm.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/pexels-pixabay-290386-2.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">A Waiver of Grounds for Inadmissibility is a pardon granted by the government to certain aliens who have violated the laws of the United States.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"who-qualifies-for-a-waiver-of-inadmissibility\">Who qualifies for a waiver of inadmissibility?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The following persons may <strong>apply for a waiver of inadmissibility<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Applicants who are outside the United States and have attended a visa interview with a consular officer who deemed them inadmissible.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Applicants for adjustment of status.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>K-1 or K-2 visa applicants.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>K-3 or K-4 visa applicants.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Visa applicants V.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Applicants for Temporary Protected Status (TPS).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Applicants under the Nicaraguan Adjustment and Central American Relief Act (NACARA).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Applicants under the Haitian Refugee Immigration Fairness Act (HRIFA).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Self-petitioners under VAWA (Violence Against Women Act).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>T visa beneficiaries who apply for adjustment of status and are deemed inadmissible for reasons that the T status does not waive.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Don&#8217;t let inadmissibility ruin your dreams or risk your future with illegal reentry to the United States. At <strong>Urbina Immigration Law<\/strong> we have the experience and dedication to <strong>help you obtain the immigration waiver you need<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-3e41869c wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/urbinalawfirm.com\/en\/contact\/\">Tell us about your case<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"what-types-of-immigration-waivers-are-there\">What types of immigration waivers are there?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There are currently 10 types of immigration waivers. However, the most common are the following:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>The I-601<\/strong>: The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.uscis.gov\/sites\/default\/files\/document\/forms\/i-601.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Form I-601<\/strong><\/a> (Application for Waiver of Grounds of Inadmissibility) is used when a migrant wishes to <strong>obtain permanent residence<\/strong> in the United States and has any <strong>grounds of inadmissibility<\/strong> for <strong>crimes related to<\/strong>:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Drug possession.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Prostitution.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Lack of vaccines.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Immigration fraud.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>The I-601A<\/strong>: The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.uscis.gov\/sites\/default\/files\/document\/forms\/i-601a.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Form I-601A<\/strong><\/a> (Application for Provisional Unlawful Presence Waiver) is filed when the only <strong>crime of the immigrant<\/strong> applying for U.S. residency is <strong>having entered or remained in the country illegally<\/strong>. Its<strong> applicability requirements<\/strong> are:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Have a U.S. resident or U.S. citizen spouse.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Have a U.S. citizen or resident parent.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>The I-202:<\/strong> The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.uscis.gov\/sites\/default\/files\/document\/forms\/i-212.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Form I-202<\/strong><\/a> (Application for Permission to Reapply for Reentry to the United States) is filed when you have been <strong>declared inadmissible<\/strong> because you have been <strong>deported from the United<\/strong> States and wish to <strong>return to the<\/strong> United States. If you apply for this type of immigration waiver, it is extremely important that you<strong> wait until it is approved before entering the country<\/strong>. Otherwise, you will incur an <strong>illegal re-entry into the United States<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Please note that each of these <strong>waivers<\/strong> are <strong>different processes<\/strong> with their own <strong>requirements<\/strong>. Therefore, it is recommended that you seek the <strong>advice of a professional attorney<\/strong> who can help you <strong>choose the right one for your case<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-3e41869c wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"tel:7706091841\">Talk to a lawyer<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"penalties-for-illegal-reentry\">Penalties for Illegal Reentry<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <strong>penalties for illegal reentry<\/strong> depend on the <strong>grounds of the previous deportation<\/strong>. These range from <strong>financial penalties<\/strong> to <strong>deportation<\/strong> and <strong>imprisonment<\/strong>. Therefore, we will discuss some of the <strong>penalties for illegal re-entry into the United States<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/urbinalawfirm.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/pexels-kindel-media-7714892-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"Services in Georgia - Urbina Immigration Law.\" class=\"wp-image-7181\" title=\"- Urbina Immigration Law.\" srcset=\"https:\/\/urbinalawfirm.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/pexels-kindel-media-7714892-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/urbinalawfirm.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/pexels-kindel-media-7714892-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/urbinalawfirm.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/pexels-kindel-media-7714892-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/urbinalawfirm.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/pexels-kindel-media-7714892-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/urbinalawfirm.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/pexels-kindel-media-7714892.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Punishments for illegal re-entry can include several years in prison.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"castigos-por-reingreso-ilegal-luego-de-ser-deportado\">Penalties for Illegal Re-entry after deportation<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">According to Federal Law, the <strong>punishment for an illegal re-entry into the United States<\/strong> after having been <strong>deported<\/strong> may be:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Financial <strong>penalties<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Up to <strong>2 years imprisonment<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Please note that both penalties<strong> may be given separately<\/strong> or <strong>imposed together<\/strong>, as deemed appropriate by the <strong>sentencing court<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/urbinalawfirm.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/pexels-rdne-stock-project-6069351-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Services in Georgia - Urbina Immigration Law.\" class=\"wp-image-7183\" style=\"width:1024px;height:683px\" title=\"- Urbina Immigration Law.\" srcset=\"https:\/\/urbinalawfirm.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/pexels-rdne-stock-project-6069351-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/urbinalawfirm.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/pexels-rdne-stock-project-6069351-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/urbinalawfirm.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/pexels-rdne-stock-project-6069351-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/urbinalawfirm.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/pexels-rdne-stock-project-6069351-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/urbinalawfirm.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/pexels-rdne-stock-project-6069351.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Illegal re-entry into the United States after being deported could result in up to two years in prison.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"castigos-por-reingreso-ilegal-a-personas-con-antecedentes-penales\">Punishments for Illegal Reentry of persons with a criminal record<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A <strong>migrant who illegally reenters<\/strong> the United States after being convicted of an <strong>aggravated felony<\/strong> or at least <strong>three misdemeanors <\/strong>of a certain class may be <strong>punished<\/strong> in the following ways:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Financial <strong>penalties<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Up to <strong>10 years in federal prison<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Again, <strong>both punishments may be given jointly or separately<\/strong>, as the court may decide. In addition, <strong>prison sentences for illegal re-entry<\/strong> to the United States <strong>can be up to 20 years<\/strong> if you have committed <strong>certain particularly serious crimes<\/strong><strong>(terrorism<\/strong>, <strong>drug trafficking<\/strong>, <strong>human trafficking<\/strong>, etc.).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/urbinalawfirm.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/pexels-rdne-stock-project-6069508-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Services in Georgia - Urbina Immigration Law.\" class=\"wp-image-7185\" title=\"- Urbina Immigration Law.\" srcset=\"https:\/\/urbinalawfirm.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/pexels-rdne-stock-project-6069508-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/urbinalawfirm.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/pexels-rdne-stock-project-6069508-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/urbinalawfirm.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/pexels-rdne-stock-project-6069508-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/urbinalawfirm.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/pexels-rdne-stock-project-6069508-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/urbinalawfirm.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/pexels-rdne-stock-project-6069508.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Prison sentences for illegal re-entry into the United States can be up to 20 years if you have committed certain felonies.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"consecuencias-de-reingreso-ilegal-despues-de-salida-voluntaria\">Consequences of Illegal Reentry after Voluntary Departure<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">An <strong>illegal reentry<\/strong> into the United States after a <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/urbinalawfirm.com\/en\/voluntary-departure-usa\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/urbinalawfirm.com\/en\/voluntary-departure-usa\/\">voluntary departure<\/a><\/strong> is also considered a <strong>crime<\/strong>. It is important to remember that, although <strong>voluntary departure is a benefit<\/strong> that allows you to <strong>leave the country without the stigma of deportation<\/strong>, it <strong>does not guarantee<\/strong> that you will be <strong>readmitted at a later date<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Therefore, <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/urbinalawfirm.com\/en\/penalty-for-voluntary-departure\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/urbinalawfirm.com\/en\/penalty-for-voluntary-departure\/\">re-entering without a government permit<\/a><\/strong> or <strong>failing to comply with the established deadline<\/strong> may result in the following penalties:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Prohibition of re-entry<\/strong> to the United States for <strong>10 years<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Financial <strong>penalties<\/strong> of up to <strong>$5 thousand<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"how-to-obtain-an-immigration-waiver-to-re-enter-the-united-states-after-being-deported\">How to obtain an immigration waiver to re-enter the United States after being deported?<\/h3>\n\n\n<div id=\"rank-math-howto\" class=\"rank-math-block\">\n<div class=\"rank-math-howto-description\">\n\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"rank-math-steps \">\n<div id=\"howto-step-1689270521738\" class=\"rank-math-step\">\n<h4 class=\"rank-math-step-title \">Step 1 &#8211; Download and complete Form I-212<\/h4>\n<div class=\"rank-math-step-content \"><p>Go to the <strong>official USCIS website<\/strong> and download <strong>Form I-212 <\/strong>in PDF format. <strong>Complete it<\/strong> by carefully reading the instructions attached to the form to understand the requirements and the steps to follow. Do not forget to <strong>sign the form<\/strong>, as an unsigned application will be rejected.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"howto-step-1689270540723\" class=\"rank-math-step\">\n<h4 class=\"rank-math-step-title \">Step 2 &#8211; Prepare the required documentation<\/h4>\n<div class=\"rank-math-step-content \"><p>Gather all <strong>necessary documents to support your application<\/strong>. These may include the following:<br \/>&#8211; Copies of <strong>exclusion<\/strong>, <strong>deportation<\/strong>, or <strong>removal orders<\/strong>.<br \/>&#8211; <strong>Evidence<\/strong> of your <strong>relationship to family members listed<\/strong> on the application.<br \/>&#8211; <strong>Evidence of inadmissibility<\/strong> under <strong>section 212(a)(9)(c) <\/strong>of the <strong>INA<\/strong> (if applicable). <br \/>&#8211; Relevant evidence <strong>to support your application<\/strong>.<br \/>&#8211; If any of the <strong>documents are in a foreign language<\/strong>, be sure to <strong>include a complete English translation<\/strong> along with a <strong>translator&#8217;s certification<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"howto-step-1689270552647\" class=\"rank-math-step\">\n<h4 class=\"rank-math-step-title \">Step 3 &#8211; Pay the filing fee<\/h4>\n<div class=\"rank-math-step-content \"><p>The Form I-212 has a <strong>filing fee of $930<\/strong>. You may <strong>pay<\/strong> by <strong>money order<\/strong>, <strong>personal check<\/strong>, <strong>cashier&#8217;s check<\/strong> or by completing <strong>Form G-1450<\/strong> for authorization of <strong>credit<\/strong> card transactions. Be sure to follow the specific instructions on how to make the payment based on where your application is submitted.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"howto-step-1689270564817\" class=\"rank-math-step\">\n<h4 class=\"rank-math-step-title \">Step 4 &#8211; Submit the application<\/h4>\n<div class=\"rank-math-step-content \"><p>Check the USCIS website for <strong>Form I-212 direct filing addresses<\/strong> to determine where to send your application. You can <strong>file in person<\/strong> at a <strong>local USCIS office<\/strong>, through the <strong>Electronic System<\/strong> for Secure Adjudication of Forms(<strong>e-SAFE<\/strong>) if you file with <strong>CBP<\/strong>, or by following the <strong>special instructions<\/strong> (if you are in removal proceedings).<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"howto-step-1689270577171\" class=\"rank-math-step\">\n<h4 class=\"rank-math-step-title \">Step 5 &#8211; Follow-up of your application<\/h4>\n<div class=\"rank-math-step-content \"><p>After submitting your application, you will receive a <strong>receipt number from USCIS<\/strong>. <strong>Keep it in<\/strong> a safe place, as you will need it to <strong>check the status of your application<\/strong> in the future. Remember to <strong>wait for USCIS approval before re-entering the country<\/strong>. Failure to do so will result in illegal re-entry into the United States and could result in fines and\/or imprisonment.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">At <strong>Urbina Immigration Law<\/strong> we know how desperate deportation can be. That is why our experienced team of attorneys will put all their effort and knowledge into <strong>helping you get the immigration waiver you need<\/strong>. Don&#8217;t risk your future with an illegal re-entry to the United States and let&#8217;s fight together for a second chance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-3e41869c wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/urbinalawfirm.com\/en\/contact\/\">Tell us about your case<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div id=\"rank-math-faq\" class=\"rank-math-block\">\n<div class=\"rank-math-list \">\n<div id=\"faq-question-1689270600227\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">What is the difference between Form I-601 and Form I-601A?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>While both forms are related to the application for waiver of inadmissibility, they <strong>differ<\/strong> in <strong>when<\/strong> and where they are <strong>filed<\/strong>:<br \/>&#8211; <strong>Form I-601<\/strong> is used to apply for a waiver of inadmissibility grounds <strong>after being interviewed at a consulate<\/strong> or <strong>after having been deported<\/strong>. <br \/>&#8211; <strong>Form I-601A<\/strong> is used to apply for a provisional waiver of inadmissibility grounds <strong>prior to departure from the United States<\/strong> for a <strong>consular interview<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1689270613405\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">Where to file an immigration waiver?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>The <strong>filing directions for<\/strong> an <strong>immigration waiver application<\/strong> vary depending on the <strong>type of waiver <\/strong>you are applying for. Below is a list indicating the <strong>places where they should be submitted<\/strong>:<br \/><strong>&#8211; VAWA applications:<\/strong><br \/>USCIS Vermont Service Center<br \/>38 River Road<br \/>Essex Junction, VT 05479-0001<\/p>\n<p><strong>&#8211;<\/strong> <strong>Applications for immigrant or nonimmigrant visas (K or V Visa):<\/strong><br \/>USCIS<br \/>Attn: I-601 Foreign Filers<br \/>P.O. Box 21600<br \/>Phoenix, AZ 85036-1600<\/p>\n<p><strong>&#8211; Requests for Form I-485 filings:<\/strong><br \/>If the <strong>form is pending<\/strong> and <strong>does not have a 3-letter code<\/strong> at the <strong>beginning<\/strong> of the <strong>receipt number<\/strong>, it should be <strong>sent via USPS to<\/strong>:<br \/>USCIS<br \/>Attn: AOS<br \/>P.O. Box 805887<br \/>Chicago, IL 60680<br \/>*If you are <strong>using FedEx<\/strong>, <strong>UPS<\/strong> or <strong>DHL<\/strong> services, it must be <strong>sent to:<\/strong><br \/>USCIS<br \/>Attn: AOS (Box 805887)<br \/>131 S. Dearborn-3rd Floor<br \/>Chicago, IL 60603-5517<br \/>Applications with a pending Form I-485:<br \/>*If you <strong>have not yet <\/strong><strong>filed Form I-485<\/strong> and it begins with<strong>&#8220;EAC&#8221;<\/strong>,<strong>&#8220;SRC<\/strong>&#8221; or <strong>&#8220;WAC&#8221; <\/strong>it should be <strong>sent to<\/strong>:<br \/>USCIS<br \/>Attn: NFB<br \/>P.O. Box 660867<br \/>Dallas, TX 75266-0867<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1689270667048\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">Is there a fee to file a waiver of inadmissibility?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Each type of immigration waiver has its own filing fee. However, some individuals may apply for a fee waiver through the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.uscis.gov\/sites\/default\/files\/document\/forms\/i-912.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Form I-912<\/strong><\/a><strong> <\/strong>(Fee Waiver Request).<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"obtain-an-immigration-waiver-with-a-professional-attorney\">Obtain an immigration waiver with a professional attorney <\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Don&#8217;t risk your future by entering the U.S. illegally. Apply for an immigration waiver with Urbina Immigration Law by your side. Our team of experienced lawyers has the experience and dedication to help you return to the country you have chosen as your home legally and safely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The U.S. immigration system can be extremely complex and navigating it can be overwhelming at times. But he is not alone. Take the first step towards a better life in the United States. Contact our offices today and let&#8217;s work together to build a better tomorrow.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-3e41869c wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/urbinalawfirm.com\/en\/contact\/\">Let&#8217;s fight together for their rights<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"sources\">Sources<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">USCIS &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.uscis.gov\/i-212\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.uscis.gov\/i-212\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">I-212, Application for Permission to Reapply for Reentry into the U.S. After Deportation or Removal<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">USCIS &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.uscis.gov\/laws-and-policy\/other-resources\/unlawful-presence-and-inadmissibility\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.uscis.gov\/laws-and-policy\/other-resources\/unlawful-presence-and-inadmissibility\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Unlawful Presence and Inadmissibility<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">8 U.S. Code \u00a7 1326 &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.law.cornell.edu\/uscode\/text\/8\/1326\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Reentry of removed aliens<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"other-resources-you-may-be-interested-in\">Other resources you may be interested in<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/urbinalawfirm.com\/en\/types-of-deportations-u-s\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/urbinalawfirm.com\/en\/types-of-deportations-u-s\/\">Classification of Deportations in the U.S.<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/urbinalawfirm.com\/en\/what-is-a-migratory-waiver\/\"><strong>What is a Migratory Waiver and how should I apply for it?<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/urbinalawfirm.com\/en\/what-crimes-does-inmigration-not-forgive\/\"><strong>Obstacles to the immigration process: What crimes does immigration not forgive?<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/urbinalawfirm.com\/en\/u-visa-benefits-crimes-pardon\/\"><strong>U Visa Benefits: Which crimes are pardonable and which are not<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/urbinalawfirm.com\/en\/deportation-defense-usa\/\"><strong>How to avoid deportation in the U.S.: the complete guide<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/urbinalawfirm.com\/en\/voluntary-departure-usa\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/urbinalawfirm.com\/en\/voluntary-departure-usa\/\">How to Apply for Voluntary Departure: Steps, Benefits and Requirements<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/urbinalawfirm.com\/en\/penalty-for-voluntary-departure\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/urbinalawfirm.com\/en\/penalty-for-voluntary-departure\/\">Penalty for Voluntary Departure: Advantages and Disadvantages<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/urbinalawfirm.com\/en\/arrange-papers-voluntary-departure\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/urbinalawfirm.com\/en\/arrange-papers-voluntary-departure\/\">Can I arrange papers if I have a voluntary departure in the U.S.?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/urbinalawfirm.com\/en\/i-have-asylum-by-residency-can-i-travel\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/urbinalawfirm.com\/en\/i-have-asylum-by-residency-can-i-travel\/\">If I have my asylum residency, can I travel to my country?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/urbinalawfirm.com\/en\/10-year-law-usa\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/urbinalawfirm.com\/en\/10-year-law-usa\/\">10-Year Law in the USA: What is it about and how can it help me?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/urbinalawfirm.com\/en\/deportation-appeal-time\/\"><strong>How long does it take to resolve a deportation appeal in the United States?<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Illegal re-entry into the United States often appears to be the only option for some migrants separated from loved ones after deportation or who have been prevented from entering the country due to inadmissibility. 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