An overview of the process for children who cross the border on their own, without a parent or legal guardian, and are designated unaccompanied. Learn more about Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS), granted to children who have been abused, abandoned, or neglected by at least one parent.
Topic: Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS) (I-360)
International Refugee Assistance Project: Can my spouse and children receive SIVs?
Find out how to include spouses and children on a Special Immigrant Visa (SIV) application.
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services: I-360, Petition for Amerasian, Widow(er), or Special Immigrant
Use this downloadable I-360 Form and read the list for definitions of a special immigrant as determined by USCIS.
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services: Policy Manual Part J – Special Immigrant Juveniles
USCIS Policy Manual Part J describes the Special Immigrant Juvenile (SIJ) visa classification. Gain information on eligibility requirements, documentation and evidence, adjudication, and more.
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services: Policy Manual Chapter 7 – Special Immigrant Juveniles
For a list of legal authorities of Special Immigrant Juvenile (SIJ) visa classification, consult USCIS Policy Manual Chapter 7. Learn about eligibility requirements, bars to adjustment, and more.
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services: Green Card Based on Special Immigrant Juvenile Classification
Noncitizens in the United States who want to apply for lawful permanent resident status based on Special Immigrant Juvenile (SIJ) classification can gain information here.
International Refugee Assistance Project: How can I find a former employer or supervisor for my SIV application?
Consult this guide when applying for a Special Immigrant Visa (SIV).
International Refugee Assistance Project: What do my recommendation and human resources letters need to include for my SIV application?
Discover the list of requirements for writing human resources and recommendation letters for your (or your client’s) Special Immigrant Visa (SIV) application.