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212(d)(3) Waiver for Non-Immigrants - Law Offices of Alex Amar Kannan
212(d)(3): General Waiver for Non-Immigrants
The definition of non-immigrants is that they are foreigners who are looking to enter the United States temporarily. This is quite different from immigrants, whose aim is to stay in the country permanently.
Almost all the grounds that are used for the inadmissibility of non-immigrants are waived, according to Section § 212(d)(3) of the Immigration and Nationality Act. This includes prostitution, health, crime, unlawful presence and smuggling. The only grounds that are not affected by this waiver are security related grounds, such as genocide, Nazi Persecution, espionage and sabotage.
The § 212(d)(3) waiver, which is also referred to as the 212(d)(3)(A) waivers, are overseen by the Admissibility Review Office. The office is based in Washington DC. The office uses 3 criteria when granting waivers, § 212(d)(3) as pronounced in the Matter of Hranka:
Whether or not harm will come from admitting the applicant.
The degree of seriousness of the offenses that led to the inadmissibility in the first place.
The importance of the reasons for seeking to be readmitted.
Manuals from both the Foreign Affairs and the Department of State note that; consular officials can, in general, make recommendations about waivers “for any legitimate purpose.” These purposes include;
The need to receive medical treatment and whether or not such treatment is available elsewhere abroad.
Non-immigrant waivers falling under § 212(d)(3) can either be filed at the United States embassy that has oversight over the place where you are currently living, or at a port of entry into the United States.
This type of waiver, in accordance with INA § 212(d)(3) can only be issued for a period not exceeding 5 years at any given time. In reality, they are, under normal circumstances, usually issued for periods of half a year to one year.
How to file for a waiver at a U.S Embassy abroad
When filing your waiver at a consulate of the United States that is abroad, the consular officer will, under normal circumstances, review your application. He or she will then determine that you are inadmissible, before asking you to come back with the application for a waiver and any supporting documents that may be needed. You can, at some consulates, submit the waver application on the day of the interview. Those that are filing for § 212(d)(3) non-immigrant waivers do not need to pay anything at the consulate of the United States.
The consulate official goes through a process under which he or she will first check to ensure that you have met all of the following conditions;
You are not admissible under INA 214(b). What this simply means is that you have no intention of migrating to the United States.
You are not inadmissible according to INA 212(a)(3)(A)(i)(I), INA 212(a)(3)(A)(ii), INA 212(a)(3)(A)(iii), INA 212(a)(3)(C), or INA 212(a)(3)(E). These sections cover inadmissibility due to security related issues.
You are not looking for a non-immigrant documentary requirements waiver (INA 212 (d) (7)(B). This can only be waived under INA 212(d)(4).
You, otherwise, qualify for the non immigrant visa that you are looking for.
After all of the above have been analyzed, the consular officer will then review your application for a waiver, before making a recommendation for the issuance of the waiver. He or she will then submit it to the Admissibility Review Office which is based in Washington D.C. This is where the final decision on your application for a waiver will be made.
Waiver Application Filing at a Port of Entry into the United States
Filing for a waiver application at a port of entry into the United States is most applicable to citizens of countries that have visa-free agreements with the United States. An example of this is Canada. Canadians who are looking for a waiver need to use Form I-192 in order to enter the U.S. The criteria that is used when evaluating I-192 waivers for Canadians (in accordance with INA 212(d)(3)) is similar to that which is outlined in the Matter of Hrankaas described at the top.
Aside from a comprehensive memorandum that outlines the merits of your non-immigrant waiver application, in accordance with the legal criteria that was stated in the Matter or Hranka,the waiver package that you present must have the following;
Documents showing your citizenship.
You should complete and personally sign Form I-192. Note that no copies can be presented in this instance.
Fully complete Form G-28 if you have hired, as you should, immigration lawyers such as Alex Kanaan to represent you during the I-192 waiver application process.
United States Fingerprint card FD-258. The requirement is that this card be completed by a United States CBP Officer. This should be done at the time that you submit your application.
A Form G-325A that you have filled out and signed.
For people who have criminal records in the court system of any other country, the requirement is that they get a copy of the court record from the court in which they were actually convicted, showing plea indictment, conviction and sentencing for each and every one of their crimes. In the event that there are no such records, they need to get an official letter from the court highlighting the reasons for the unavailability of the court record.
Citizens of Canada need to get verification of their criminal records, or evidence of a lack of one, from the Royal Canadian Mounted Police by submitting their finger prints on Form C216C. The Civil Product, which is returned, along with any other records, need to be dated and certified by the RCMP within the space of 15 months from the submission of Form I-192.
Feel free to check out the RCMP websitefor addresses, payment information and other instructions.
People who have been deemed to be inadmissible into the U.S as a result of criminal convictions need to write and submit statements in their own words, that they have personally signed, giving the details of each of their arrests, their conviction and the sentences that they were given.
On top of that, the I-192 waiver needs to be accompanied by clear evidence that you have reformed or have been rehabilitated. This can be in the form of any counseling or rehabilitation programs that you underwent and completed, as well as details of your current employment, your marital status and any service to the community, among other things. You can also present any other information that you believe can help add weight to your request.
If your inadmissibility is on health related reasons that were identified in the INA, such as drug addiction, there will be need for you to show evidence that you have been treated and rehabilitated. This evidence can include the following;
Evidence that can be verified with regards to your history of rehabilitation.
Recent drug tests.
A statement in which you commit to stay away from the use of controlled substances while in the U.S.
Credible evidence (that can be verified), showing the programs that you attended for substitution treatment.
Evidence showing programs for continued therapy/treatment with regards to your drug use or addiction should you be allowed to enter the U.S.
If you have been determined to be inadmissible according to section 212(a)(9)(B) of the INA, which covers unlawful presence in the U.S, you should also submit the following detailed information;
Current foreign employment details.
Details of previous employment in the United States.
Details about your family members who are currently residing in the United States.
Any investments that you have made in the United States, either in the past or at the present moment.
Details about the ties that you currently have in your current foreign country of residence.
Getting ready the 212(d)(3) non-immigrant waiver
We carefully oversee the preparation and review of your 212(d)(3) non-immigrant waiver application. As part of the process, your write-up goes through several revisions, which ensures that it is as powerful as it can be. We work with you to prepare a personalized statement in which we cite case law. We also request you provide us with affidavits from people who can attest to your character and reputation as a member of society. You also need to highlight the reasons why you wish to visit the United States along with evidence that you have reformed. This can be in the form of documents showing that you have undergone therapy, employment details, education, treatment and counseling, involvement in the community among other things. The documents that are needed also include your previous criminal (if any) and immigration records.
Our goal is to improve your changes that your waiver application will be approved.
Our work does not end when we submit your application for a waiver. We keep tabs with all our clients’ cases as they are being processed. We also keep our clients up to date about the progress that is being made with regards to their applications. On top of that, we notify our clients about changes in immigration laws and procedures that may affect their cases.
Assistance preparing to the interview
The consular interview is one of the most important stages, as far as determining the success or failure of your waiver application is concerned. We will help prepare you for your interview by reviewing the documents needed for your interview as well as potential questions you will be asked.
We provide personalized service in an otherwise stressful time in your life. We promptly follow up with all messages, phone calls and e-mails. We strive to make ourselves available and accessible to our clients in times of need. We carefully review all submissions to avoid costly delays.