VAWA Self-Petition
Confidential Immigration Relief for Abuse Survivors
The Violence Against Women Act allows certain abuse survivors to self-petition for immigration benefits without their abuser's knowledge or participation. Attorney Goncalves provides discreet, compassionate representation from initial screening through approval.
VAWA — the Violence Against Women Act — created a confidential pathway for abuse survivors to obtain immigration status independent of their abuser. Despite the name, VAWA protections apply to abused spouses, children, and parents of any gender.
A VAWA self-petition allows you to file on your own behalf without your abuser's knowledge, consent, or participation. USCIS has strict confidentiality rules — your abuser will not be notified that you filed. Attorney Goncalves handles every stage with discretion and sensitivity.