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Helping You Overcome Barriers to Entering or Staying in the U.S.

At the Coleman Law Group, our experienced inadmissibility and I-601 waiver lawyers help clients with complicated requirements, evidence preparation, and legal standards to overcome grounds of inadmissibility. Call us today to schedule your consultation!

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What are Waivers of Inadmissibility?

A finding of inadmissibility indicates that a USCIS officer or U.S. consulate has decided that an individual is not able to enter or remain in the United States based on the immigration law. The most common findings of inadmissibility come from unlawful presence, misrepresentation, criminal history, health-related bases, and other grounds for inadmissibility. Nonetheless, many people can still have a path forward through waivers of inadmissibility, such as the I-601 waiver, which allows individuals to request forgiveness for certain grounds of inadmissibility.

Waivers do not apply in all circumstances, and the burden of proof differs depending on the grounds for inadmissibility. This is precisely why it is so essential to work with an experienced I-601 immigration lawyer. In collaboration with a knowledgeable lawyer, they will help the client understand which waiver applies and what they need to demonstrate, and together they will create strong arguments to achieve a successful outcome with USCIS.

What Are Some Types of Inadmissibility Waivers

I-601 Waiver:
They are filed for unlawful presence, misrepresentation, certain types of criminal activity, or past immigration violations.

These waivers are often necessary when someone is requesting forgiveness for unlawful presence because meeting the qualifying U.S. relatives requirement can be difficult.


Immigration Waiver for Unlawful Presence:

This waiver applies to people who have overstayed or accrued unlawful time in the U.S.
It seeks forgiveness for unlawful presence by proving that extreme hardship would result for a qualifying spouse or parent.


I-601A Provisional Unlawful Presence Waiver:

This waiver allows an eligible applicant in the U.S. to seek forgiveness for unlawful presence before departing for consular processing.
It allows for less time spent away from family while waiting for the visa to be approved.

Each waiver has its own eligibility criteria, documentation requirements, and legal standards. It is critical to prepare carefully and gather substantial evidence before submission to meet USCIS criteria. Our lawyers evaluate the grounds of inadmissibility, as well as their immigration history, to determine which waiver would best suit them.

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How to Build a Strong Waiver Petition

An inadmissibility waiver is determined by evidence and the clarity of the legal arguments. Most waivers must demonstrate “extreme hardship” to a qualifying U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident relative. Hardship can include, but is not limited to, the medical needs of the qualifying relative, financial hardship, emotional hardship, separation from the relative, and lack of care and support from the relative in the applicant’s home country. Each case is different from the others.


At the Coleman Law Group, we take a thorough, individualized approach by gathering documentation, drafting affidavits, developing hardship arguments, and properly framing each part of the waiver to fit your family’s unique needs and circumstances. As your I-601 waiver attorney, we limit the risk of delays, Requests for Evidence (RFE), and denials. All of these steps are important not only to avoid delays but also to avoid potential reasons for rejection.

Why Choose The Coleman Law Group?

When you or someone you care about is facing inadmissibility, the consequences can feel dire. Our law group takes legal knowledge and service to a whole different level. We will guarantee that your waiver is filed correctly, with careful consideration of the evidence supporting it. Our family of clients chooses the Coleman Law Group for our responsiveness, crystal-clear language, and professionalism, and we navigate them through all aspects of the waiver process. You can now have access to the best inadmissibility lawyers in Florida—Miami, Tampa, St. Petersburg, Orlando, Jacksonville, Hialeah, Hollywood, and Pembroke Pines. The Coleman Group also serves clients in New York, New Jersey, California, Texas, and other parts of the United States.


Whether you are searching for a waiver of inadmissibility attorney near you or simply trying to make sense of your options, we are here to provide support and help you through taking the next step towards a future of stability in the United States. Call 727-214-0400 to book your consultation with us!

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who needs to apply for a waiver of inadmissibility?
Anyone who is found to be “inadmissible” to the U.S. because of unlawful presence, misrepresentation, criminal history, or other immigration violations may need to apply for a waiver to proceed with their immigration process.
Some grounds, specifically unlawful presence, misrepresentation, some criminal offenses, and immigration violations, may be waivable if an applicant meets the eligibility and hardship requirements.
I-601 is a waiver application submitted inside or outside the U.S. once someone’s application has been denied or has been determined as inadmissible, while I-601A provisional waiver is filed inside the U.S. to forgive someone’s unlawful presence before consular processing.
Processing can take from several months to over a year, depending on the workload at USCIS, the complexity of the case, and the amount of evidence submitted.
Some criminal convictions may allow for the waiver of inadmissibility, and others will not. Waivable offenses are a case-by-case determination depending on the crime the person committed, the circumstances involved, and immigration law.
Waiver applications often take a long time for adjudication. Waiver applications may undergo a detailed review; additionally, waivers may tend to require a lot of evidence to support the claim, and a backlog with USCIS case processing will delay the application processing.
If your waiver is denied, you can file a motion to reopen/reconsider, appeal if allowed, or file a new waiver with better evidence addressing the reasons for denial.
The timeline in Florida is the same as it is at the national USCIS level. Cases generally take a few months to a year plus, depending on the type of waiver and complexity of your case.

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