245i Protection Eligibility Explained

Summary

Section 245(i) of the Immigration and Nationality Act allows certain individuals to adjust status by paying a penalty fee, but it doesnt directly relate to childrens citizenship status. A U.S. Citizen must be at least 21 years old to file a relative petition for a parent or sibling, and at least 18 years old to petition for a spouse or child. Section 245(i) protection generally applies to individuals who were the beneficiary of a labor certification application or immigrant visa petition as of April 30, 2001. Cancellation of Removal is a discretionary benefit under U.S. Immigration law for non-permanent and permanent residents facing removal proceedings, requiring continuous physical presence in the U.S. For at least 10 years, good moral character, no criminal convictions, and demonstrating exceptional hardship to a U.S. Citizen or permanent resident family member. Consult an immigration attorney for detailed advice.

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what age can you file a relative petition
A U.S. citizen must be at least 21 years old to file a relative petition for a parent or sibling. However, a U.S. citizen who is at least 18 years old can petition for a spouse or child. For more specific details, consult an immigration attorney.
can a client be * i protected if she came in with a visa since *
Section *(i) protection generally applies to individuals who, as of April *, *, were the beneficiary of a labor certification application or immigrant visa petition. If she entered the U.S. in *, she is unlikely to qualify. However, each case is unique, so it's recommended to consult an immigration attorney.
what does cancelation of removal fall under
Cancellation of Removal falls under U.S. immigration law. It's a discretionary benefit that can be granted by an Immigration Judge to certain non-permanent residents and permanent residents facing removal proceedings, if they meet specific requirements. Always consult with an immigration attorney for advice.
what are these requirements
The requirements for Cancellation of Removal include:
- Continuous physical presence in the U.S. for at least 10 years.
- Good moral character during that period.
- No criminal convictions that make you inadmissible or deportable.
- Demonstrating that removal would result in "exceptional and extremely unusual hardship" to a U.S. citizen or permanent resident spouse, parent, or child.
Please consult with an immigration attorney for detailed advice.