If you’re helping a child apply for Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS), one of the first questions you’ll probably ask is: How long will this take? The truth is, there isn’t a one-size-fits-all answer. The SIJS process involves several steps, each with its own timeline and set of challenges. Some cases...
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The Impact of SIJS on U.S. Foster Care and Adoption Systems
When a child enters the U.S. alone, without the care of a parent, it can be difficult to know what happens next. Many of these children end up in foster care or under the guardianship of relatives. For some, there’s a legal path that can provide stability and hope for the future:...
The Impact of SIJS on Family Reunification: What Immigrant Families Should Know
Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS) offers a unique path for undocumented children who have faced abuse, neglect, or abandonment to secure legal status in the United States. This form of protection not only helps children find safety but also opens doors to a brighter future. By addressing the challenges they’ve faced, SIJS...
SIJS and DACA: How to Navigate Both Programs for Immigrant Minors
Every child deserves a sense of safety and belonging, regardless of their background or the challenges they’ve faced. For immigrant minors in the United States, programs like Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS) and Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) offer opportunities for stability and protection. These programs are designed to safeguard vulnerable...
SIJS vs. Asylum: Choosing the Best Path for Immigrant Minors
Immigrant minors often face overwhelming challenges when seeking safety and stability in the United States. For many, their journey begins with difficult decisions, often made under the weight of fear and uncertainty. These young individuals may have endured unimaginable hardships, including abuse, neglect, or persecution, before finding their way here. U.S. immigration...
Understanding Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS): Who Qualifies and Why It Matters
For many children facing difficult situations, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS) provides a lifeline to safety and stability in the U.S. SIJS offers legal protection and the opportunity to apply for a green card to those who have experienced abuse, neglect, or abandonment by one or both parents. It’s a pathway toward...