Special Immigrant Juvenile Status, or SIJ, is granted to those in the U.S. who have been neglected, abandoned, or abused by a parent and are in need of protection by a juvenile court. If this status is granted, you may then qualify for lawful permanent residency or a green card.

You may be eligible for SIJ classification if you meet the following criteria:

• Be under 21 years of age.

• Be currently residing in the United States. 

• Be unmarried. 

• Have a valid juvenile court order issued by a state court which finds that: 

• You are dependent on the court

• You cannot be unified with your parent because of abuse, abandonment, negligence, or a similar basis AND

• That it is not in your best interest to return to the country of nationality

• Be eligible for USCIS consent.

• Have written consent from the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS)/ Office of Refugee Resettlement (ORR) to the court’s jurisdiction if:

• You are currently in the custody of HHS, AND

• The juvenile court order also changes your custody status or placement.

Why Hire San Fernando Immigration Attorneys

The U.S. immigration law is very complex, and you need to get help from an experienced immigration lawyer in San Fernando Valley when you are facing immigration issues. Contact us today to schedule a consultation so that you can learn more about your rights and how we might be able to help.

Hiring San Fernando Immigration Lawyer

The U.S. immigration law is very complex, and you need to get help from an experienced immigration lawyer in San Fernando Valley when you are facing immigration issues. Contact us today to schedule a consultation so that you can learn more about your rights and how we might be able to help.

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