Immigration Petition After Death

Summary

If a petitioner dies after an immigration petition is approved, beneficiaries can pursue humanitarian reinstatement. They must request reinstatement from USCIS and provide a new financial sponsor by filing Form I-864. Prepare a formal request letter with supporting documents, including proof of the petitioners death and evidence of hardship if denied.

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NVC had taken over. Do they still need to request to USCIS? or just file substitue sponser?
If the National Visa Center (NVC) has taken over, they still need to request humanitarian reinstatement from USCIS. They should also file a substitute sponsor using Form I-*.
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To request humanitarian reinstatement from USCIS, follow these steps:
- Prepare the Request: Write a formal letter explaining your situation and request for reinstatement.
- Supporting Documents: Include proof of the petitioner’s death, your relationship to the petitioner, and evidence of hardship if the request is denied.
- Substitute Sponsor: Find a new sponsor and submit Form I-*, Affidavit of Support.
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