Justice, Safety, and Legal Status for Victims of Crime

At Gehi & Associates, we believe that no victim of crime should live in fear, especially not fear of deportation. If you have suffered mental or physical abuse from a serious crime and are willing to assist law enforcement in the investigation or prosecution, you may qualify for a U Visa.

Our experienced immigration attorneys are here to help you in the complex U Visa application process with confidence, compassion, and commitment. From gathering police certifications to compiling evidence of harm, we guide you through every legal step to build a powerful case.

Why Choose Gehi & Associates for Your U Visa Case?

  • Over 30 years of immigration law experience
  • Multilingual legal team serving diverse communities
  • Offices in New York, Texas, and India
  • We handle the process from start to finish—no hidden steps
  • Proven success in complex humanitarian visa applications

Who Qualifies for a U Visa?

  • You are a victim of a qualifying crime (e.g., domestic violence, sexual assault, trafficking, etc.)
  • You suffered significant physical or mental abuse
  • You possess information about the criminal activity
  • You were, are, or will be helpful to law enforcement or government officials in the investigation or prosecution

Let’s Build a Safer Future for You

We understand how sensitive these cases are. At Gehi & Associates, your story will be heard and respected. We take great care in creating a legal strategy that’s rooted in both advocacy and privacy.

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FAQs

The U visa covers victims of specified crimes who have been, are, or will be, cooperating with police in the investigation or prosecution of those crimes. A U visa lawyer in New York can help assess your eligibility.
You may check the list of crimes available for U visa among which but not limited to domestic violence, assault, and human trafficking.
Certainly, the police certification is required for the process, and the police certification refers to the letter from the police department. A U visa lawyer in New York can help you sort this out.
In the case that minor children qualify as domestic dependents of the principal applicant, then those children will be eligible for derivative status under the U visa.
Backlog and the limited number of visas contribute to the waiting time, hence it might become extended to a few years.
The option to apply for permanent residency is there after three years of continuous residence in the United States on a U visa.

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Our law offices in NY offer free virtual and in-person consultations for all legal and immigration matters. To schedule one, please get in touch with us today!

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