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Statutes · INA §204; 8 U.S.C. §1154

INA §204 — Immigrant petition procedure

INA §204 governs immigrant petition procedures and includes provisions for qualifying VAWA self-petitions. Different petition categories require different statutory relationships, evidence and eligibility.

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Scope and purpose

The statute addresses petitions used to establish classification; approval of classification is distinct from admission or adjustment. Form I-130 and Form I-360 have different purposes even when both concern family circumstances.

Related rules and practical context

The marriage-fraud provision in INA §204(c) is a separate petition issue. In survivor cases, evidence and confidentiality need careful handling; a VAWA petition does not automatically settle all Form I-485 requirements.

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General reference information, not legal advice. A summary does not replace the statute or full decision. Check applicability and subsequent developments before filing. Publication does not imply attorney legal review or create an attorney-client relationship.

Frequently asked questions

What is INA §204 — Immigrant petition procedure?

INA §204 governs immigrant petition procedures and includes provisions for qualifying VAWA self-petitions. Different petition categories require different statutory relationships, evidence and eligibility.

What should I check before relying on this information?

The marriage-fraud provision in INA §204(c) is a separate petition issue. In survivor cases, evidence and confidentiality need careful handling; a VAWA petition does not automatically settle all Form I-485 requirements.

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