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When immigration obstacles stand between you and your future in the United States, a waiver can open the door. Our all-female, immigrant-founded team knows how to navigate complex waiver cases with compassion and persistence – because we’ve lived this journey ourselves.
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An immigration waiver (or “perdón” in Spanish) is a legal document that asks the U.S. government to forgive certain grounds of inadmissibility. If you or a family member has been denied entry, a visa, or a green card due to past immigration violations, criminal history, health issues, or other reasons, a waiver may be your path forward.
Waivers are not guaranteed, but with the right legal guidance, clear documentation, and a compelling case, many families successfully overcome these barriers. At the Law Office of Carrie Nguyen, we’ve helped hundreds of families navigate the waiver process with clarity and confidence.
You are not alone. We will guide you through every step.
Every case is unique, and choosing the right waiver depends on your specific situation. Our team will evaluate your case thoroughly and determine which waiver offers the best path forward for you and your family.
Who needs this: Individuals applying for an immigrant visa or green card who have been found inadmissible due to unlawful presence, fraud/misrepresentation, criminal history, or other grounds.
What it does: The I-601 waiver asks the U.S. government to forgive the inadmissibility issue based on extreme hardship to a qualifying U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident family member (usually a spouse or parent).
Key requirement: You must prove that your U.S. citizen or permanent resident spouse or parent would suffer extreme hardship if you are not allowed to stay in or return to the United States.
Who needs this: Individuals who are inadmissible due to unlawful presence in the U.S. (typically after living here without authorization for more than 180 days or one year).
What it does: The I-601A allows you to apply for a waiver before leaving the U.S. for your consular interview abroad. This reduces the time you spend separated from your family while waiting for a decision.
Key advantage: You receive a decision on your waiver while still in the United States, minimizing family separation and uncertainty.
Who needs this: Individuals who were previously removed, deported, or left the U.S. under a removal order and are now barred from reentering.
What it does: The I-212 waiver asks permission to reapply for admission to the United States despite a prior removal or deportation.
Often paired with: Many applicants need both an I-212 and an I-601/I-601A waiver to address multiple grounds of inadmissibility.
Who needs this: Nonimmigrants (such as tourists or business visitors) who are inadmissible but need temporary permission to enter the U.S.
What it does: Grants advance permission to enter the U.S. temporarily despite inadmissibility, often for humanitarian or significant public benefit reasons.
Who needs this: Individuals with criminal convictions, fraud issues, health-related inadmissibility, or other complex grounds that require careful legal strategy.
What we do: We assess your specific situation, gather supporting evidence, and build a compelling legal argument to demonstrate why your waiver should be approved.
Every case is unique, and choosing the right waiver depends on your specific situation. Our team will evaluate your case thoroughly and determine which waiver offers the best path forward for you and your family.
We're an all-female team of immigrants and children of immigrants. We understand your journey because we've lived it. Your case isn't just paperwork to us, it's your family's future.
You'll never wonder where your case stands. We provide monthly updates, proactive follow-ups, and clear explanations at every step. No confusion, no surprises.
We commit to 30/60/90-day case movement. If your case isn't progressing as expected, we reevaluate our strategy together. You deserve results, not excuses.
With 290+ five-star Google reviews and hundreds of successful cases, our clients know they can trust us to fight for their families with persistence and compassion.
We review your immigration history, identify the grounds of inadmissibility, and determine which waiver(s) you need. This evaluation forms the foundation of your case strategy.
We work with you to collect evidence of extreme hardship, supporting documents, medical records, financial statements, letters of support, and any other materials that strengthen your case.
We prepare a detailed legal brief that explains why your case qualifies for a waiver. This includes a thorough hardship analysis showing how your qualifying relative (spouse, parent, or child) would suffer if you are not allowed to remain in or return to the U.S.
We complete and file your waiver application with USCIS or the appropriate consulate, ensuring every form is accurate and every supporting document is included.
Once your application is filed, we monitor its progress and keep you updated. If USCIS requests additional evidence (RFE), we respond promptly with a strong, well-documented reply.
When your waiver is approved, we guide you through the next steps in your immigration process, whether that's consular processing, adjustment of status, or reentry to the United States.
Timeline Note: Waiver processing times vary depending on the type of waiver and USCIS workload. While we can’t control government processing times, we can control the quality and completeness of your application—and we commit to keeping your case moving forward.
Processing times vary by waiver type. I-601A waivers currently take approximately 3 years. I-601 waivers processed abroad may take 2-3 years. We provide regular updates and monitor your case throughout the process.
Extreme hardship means your qualifying U.S. citizen or permanent resident family member would face significant suffering beyond normal separation. We help you document financial hardship, medical needs, family ties, country conditions, and other factors that demonstrate extreme hardship.
If you’re currently in the U.S. with work authorization (such as through DACA or a work permit), you may be able to continue working while your I-601A is pending. However, if you’re applying from outside the U.S., you cannot work until your waiver is approved and you receive your immigrant visa.
If your waiver is denied, we review the denial reason with you and discuss your options. In some cases, you may be able to reapply with additional evidence. In other cases, we may explore alternative immigration pathways.
While you are not required to have a lawyer, waivers are complex and denials are common without strong legal representation. Our team’s experience and attention to detail significantly increase your chances of approval.
Waiver costs include government filing fees (which vary by waiver type) and attorney fees. We provide transparent pricing during your consultation and offer payment plans to make our services accessible.
It depends on the nature of the conviction. Some criminal convictions can be waived; others cannot. We carefully review your criminal history and advise you on whether a waiver is possible in your situation.
If you or a family member is facing inadmissibility, time matters. The sooner we begin building your case, the sooner you can move forward with confidence.
At the Law Office of Carrie Nguyen, we don’t just process paperwork – we guide, protect, and empower families through every step of the immigration process. Your journey doesn’t have to be lonely or confusing.
Schedule your consultation today and let us help you overcome the obstacles standing between you and your future in the United States.
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