Reinstated after 10 months
Out of status nearly 2.5 years
Survivor of Domestic Violence
Background
A student who endured long-term confinement, domestic violence, and abuse suffered physical and emotional trauma, and her F-1 status lapsed in August 2021. She did not contact us until January 2024, by which point she had been out of status for nearly two and a half years.
Challenges
We had to review a large volume of evidence, including chat logs, emails, and photos, to show USCIS that the lapse in status was beyond her control.
Strategy
We thoroughly organized the evidence of abuse and presented the situation truthfully to USCIS.
Outcome
After a 10-month wait, the reinstatement was approved.