VIOLENCE AGAINST WOMEN’S ACT (VAWA)

Under the Federal Violence Against Women Act (VAWA), you may be eligible to become a lawful permanent resident (get a Green Card) if you are the victim of battery or extreme cruelty committed by:

• A U.S. citizen spouse or former spouse;

• A U.S. citizen parent;

• A U.S. citizen son or daughter;

• A lawful permanent resident (LPR) spouse or former spouse; or

An LPR parent