# Signpost Platform - Import Platform
> This is a country-specific information platform built with React and TypeScript, providing localized information services, articles, and service directories.
The Signpost platform provides critical information services to communities in Import Platform. This instance serves specific geographic areas with tailored content, services, and language support.
## Repository Structure
```
signpost-monorepo/
├── lib/ # Shared components and utilities
│ ├── components/ # Reusable React components
│ ├── api.ts # API integration layer
│ ├── app.ts # Core application logic
│ ├── db.ts # Database operations
│ ├── helpers.tsx # Utility functions
│ ├── locale.ts # Internationalization
│ ├── translations.ts # Translation data
│ └── types.*.ts # TypeScript type definitions
├── packages/ # Individual country/region applications
│ └── [this-package]/ # This specific country application
├── lerna.json # Monorepo configuration
└── package.json # Root dependencies
```
## Key Technologies & Architecture
### Frontend Stack
- **React 18** with TypeScript for type safety
- **Vite** for fast development and optimized builds
- **React Router** for client-side routing
- **Tailwind CSS** for utility-first styling
- **React GA4** for analytics tracking
### Backend & Data
- **Zendesk API** integration for content management
- **IndexedDB** (via Dexie) for local data caching
- **Mapbox** for interactive mapping and geolocation
- **REST APIs** for service provider data
### Internationalization
- Multi-language support with RTL language handling
- Dynamic locale switching
- Localized content and translations
- Country-specific configurations
## Client-Side Routing & Pages
### Core Application Routes
The application uses React Router for client-side navigation with the following route structure:
#### Static Routes
- `/:locale?` - Home page with dynamic content blocks
- `/:locale?/services/:id?` - Individual service provider pages
- `/:locale?/articles/:id?` - Article detail pages
- `/hc/:locale?/articles/:id?` - Help center article pages (legacy support)
- `/:locale?/categories/:categoryid?/:sectionid?` - Category and section listing pages
- `/:locale?/search-results` - Search results page
- `/:locale?/sections/:sectionid` - Redirect handler for legacy section URLs
- `/:locale?/service-map` - Interactive map view of all services
- `/:locale?/contact-us` - Contact form page
#### Dynamic Route Generation
This package generates dynamic routes at build time by fetching data from the Zendesk API and service provider databases.
#### Actual Dynamic Routes
This application contains 2765 dynamic routes:
## Service Routes (1275 services)
- [Legal Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/4000):
Catholic Immigration Legal Services (CILS) is a Department of Justice recognized organization providing immigration legal services to low-income residents of Washington.
CILS provides direct representation legal services for a modest fee.
Services provided by CILS include:
Citizenship/naturalization
Adjustment of status (green cards)
Green card replacement or renewal
Family-based petitions
Consular processing
Petition to remove conditions
Fiancé visa
DACA renewal
Travel documents
Employment authorization
Humanitarian cases
Mock interview
Fee waivers
Resource and referral
Community outreach and education
Counties served: King, Skagit, San Juan, Snohomish, Island, Whatcom.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/4001):
Entre Hermanos is an organization dedicated to promoting the health and well-being of the Latino LGBTQ+ community.
Their legal services focus on providing immigration assistance, including help with asylum applications, family-based petitions, Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA), U visas for victims of crimes, and Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) petitions.
They prioritize cases for vulnerable and detained individuals, as well as those already in immigration proceedings. Services are offered primarily in King County, Washington, but they may consider cases from other areas in the state on a case-by-case basis.
For more information or to arrange a consultation, individuals can contact their immigration attorneys at (206) 532-0266 or schedule online.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
El Northwest Immigrant Rights Project (NWIRP) ofrece servicios legales integrales a inmigrantes y solicitantes de asilo de bajos ingresos.
Sus servicios incluyen representación legal directa, asesoramiento y defensa para personas en procesos de deportación, asilo, solicitantes de visas, ajuste de estatus migratorio o reunificación familiar.
NWIRP también lleva a cabo programas de educación y alcance comunitario para informar a personal inmigrantes sobre sus derechos y las opciones legales disponibles.
La información incluida aquí es actual y precisa según nuestro mejor conocimiento. Comuníquese con ImportaMi via e-mail en info.importami@rescue.org si tiene alguna pregunta o corrección.
Northwest Immigrant Rights Project (NWIRP) ofrece servicios legales integrales a inmigrantes y solicitantes de asilo de bajos ingresos.
Sus servicios incluyen representación legal directa, asesoramiento y defensa para personas en procesos de deportación, asilo, solicitantes de visas, ajuste de estatus migratorio o reunificación familiar.
NWIRP también lleva a cabo programas de educación y alcance comunitario para informar a personal inmigrantes sobre sus derechos y las opciones legales disponibles.
La información incluida aquí es actual y precisa según nuestro mejor conocimiento. Comuníquese con ImportaMi via e-mail en info.importami@rescue.org si tiene alguna pregunta o corrección.
Colectiva Legal del Pueblo (CLP) is a legal services organization that provides free or low-cost immigration legal help for immigrants and families in Burien, Washington.
Their legal services include deportation defense, adjustment of status, asylum applications, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS), consular processing, employment authorization, family-based petitions, habeas corpus, NACARA, naturalization, T Visas, TPS, U Visas, VAWA petitions, and representation in removal hearings.
Services are offered on a sliding-scale basis depending on income, and clients must contact CLP to request an appointment.
CLP also provides Know Your Rights workshops, community education.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Kitsap Immigrant Assistance Center (KIAC) offers low- or no-cost immigration legal services, including removal defense. Their team includes staff attorneys and DOJ-accredited representatives who help clients with deportation cases, asylum, family petitions, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS), U visas, VAWA, DACA, TPS, green card applications, and naturalization.
They serve primarily low-income immigrants in Kitsap and parts of surrounding counties.
Services are available in English, Spanish, and Indigenous languages like Mam and Q’anjob’al, with interpretation support for others.
Legal services are provided by appointment, and there are additional support services such as Know Your Rights presentations and referrals for medical, housing, and translation assistance.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The Northwest Immigrant Rights Project (NWIRP) provides comprehensive legal services to low-income immigrants and asylum-seekers.
Their services include direct legal representation, advice, and advocacy for individuals facing deportation, seeking asylum, applying for visas, adjusting immigration status, or reuniting with family.
NWIRP also conducts community education and outreach to inform immigrants about their rights and the legal options available to them.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections
- [Servicios de Apoyo Comunitario ](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/4007):
World Relief Spokane es una organización que apoya a inmigrantes y refugiados en Spokane, Washington.
Ofrecen referencias a proveedores de servicios legales de inmigración, apoyo extendido de manejo de casos y clases gratuitas de ciudadanía.
Para recibir ayuda con manejo de casos, asistencia para empleo o apoyo con beneficios públicos, las personas deben completar un formulario de admisión.
Muchos de los servicios son gratuitos o se brindan a través de organizaciones colaboradoras.
La información incluida aquí es actual y precisa según nuestro mejor conocimiento. Comuníquese con ImportaMi vía e-mail en info.importami@rescue.org si tiene alguna pregunta o corrección.
The Northwest Immigrant Rights Project (NWIRP) provides comprehensive legal services to low-income immigrants and asylum-seekers.
Their services include direct legal representation, advice, and advocacy for individuals facing deportation, seeking asylum, applying for visas, adjusting immigration status, or reuniting with family.
NWIRP also conducts community education and outreach to inform immigrants about their rights and the legal options available to them.
NWIRP has offices in Tacoma, Granger, Seattle and Wenatchee.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Catholic Charities of Paterson’s Legal Services Department provides free or low-cost legal help to immigrants. Services include:
Representation in immigration court
Help with asylum applications, green cards, DACA, TPS, and family-based petitions
Support with naturalization and work permits
Legal advice and community education
They focus on serving low-income immigrants and vulnerable populations.
Calling ahead to schedule an appointment is recommended.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Northeast New Jersey Legal Services provides free civil legal help, including assistance with adjustment of status, citizenship applications, replacing naturalization documents, family petitions, LPR card renewal or replacement, removal of conditions, removal proceedings, VAWA Self-Petitions, U & T Visas, and USCIS fee-waiver applications.
They also provide pro se clinics (free legal assistance for individuals without an attorney representing themselves in a legal case) for the N-400 application and green card renewal.
In addition to direct legal services, NNJLS offers community events, Know Your Rights sessions, and legal clinics that provide general legal information only. These events do not offer individual legal representation.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Northeast New Jersey Legal Services provides free civil legal help, including assistance with adjustment of status, citizenship applications, replacing naturalization documents, family petitions, LPR card renewal or replacement, removal of conditions, removal proceedings, VAWA Self-Petitions, U & T Visas, and USCIS fee-waiver applications.
They also provide pro se clinics (free legal assistance for individuals without an attorney representing themselves in a legal case) for the N-400 application and green card renewal.
In addition to direct legal services, NNJLS offers community events, Know Your Rights sessions, and legal clinics that provide general legal information only. These events do not offer individual legal representation.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services ](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/4013):
Catholic Charities, Diocese of Metuchen provides broad support for individuals and families across Middlesex, Somerset, Hunterdon, and Warren counties.
The Immigration Services Program offers general consultations where immigrants can receive individualized guidance and information about available immigration processes.
Accredited representatives assist with citizenship, family petitions, DACA, TPS, U Visas, and VAWA self-petitions.
Beyond immigration, the organization provides counseling, child care, youth programs, maternity support, housing and shelter services, and assistance with food, clothing, and other basic needs.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Integrated Legal and Social Services ](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/4014):
Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Newark (CCANJ) provides extensive, free and low-cost services across Northern New Jersey.
Immigration programs include direct legal representation for immigrants and refugees, removal defense, naturalization, and legal support for unaccompanied and asylum-seeking children.
The agency also assists with family reunification, post-release support, and refugee resettlement.
Beyond immigration, CCANJ offers housing and shelter programs, workforce development, behavioral health care, early education, senior services, and case management for families in crisis.
Services are available regardless of income or immigration status, with multilingual staff and interpretation.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/4015):
La Casa de Don Pedro provides DOJ-accredited immigration assistance and an Immigrant Resource Center offering Know Your Rights materials, emergency planning tools, and multilingual community education for asylum seekers and New Americans.
They do not focus on removal-defense representation.
They also provide daily food distribution and free summer meals for children, ESL and GED classes, Family Success Centers, job preparation and career counseling, and culturally responsive mental health services.
For children, they offer free Early Head Start and Head Start childcare and preschool, low-cost aftercare, prenatal and postpartum support, and youth and family counseling.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Integrated Legal and Social Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/4016):
Kids in Need of Defense (KIND) provides free legal representation and holistic support to unaccompanied immigrant and refugee children who arrive in the United States without a parent or guardian.
KIND’s attorneys and pro bono partners represent children in immigration court, helping them seek legal protection and relief.
KIND also offers psychosocial and social service support, including counseling, access to education, and family reunification assistance.
Legal Services:
Representation in immigration court and asylum interviews
Help with applications for Asylum, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS), U/T visas, and green cards
"Know Your Rights" presentations
Social Services:
Referrals for mental health care, medical support, and school enrollment
Help with community integration and trauma-informed care
Counties served: Bergen, Essex, Hudson, Mercer, Morris, and Union County.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/4022):
Church World Service (CWS) in Jersey City provides free or low-cost immigration legal services to refugees, asylum seekers, and immigrants in northern New Jersey. Their legal team supports:
Unaccompanied children with pro bono legal representation
Afghan and Ukrainian nationals with asylum, TPS, and green card applications
Immigrants seeking DACA, work permits, family petitions, citizenship, and more
Services are available in English and Spanish. Appointments are required.
In addition, CWS delivers holistic social services such as case management, access to basic needs and healthcare referrals, employment readiness support, language access and interpretation, and community orientation, all grounded in a culturally responsive, trauma-informed approach that promotes safety, stability, and long-term integration.
Counties served in New York: Kings, Nassau, Queens, and Suffolk.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Northeast New Jersey Legal Services provides free civil legal help, including assistance with adjustment of status, citizenship applications, replacing naturalization documents, family petitions, LPR card renewal or replacement, removal of conditions, removal proceedings, VAWA Self-Petitions, U & T Visas, and USCIS fee-waiver applications.
They also provide pro se clinics (free legal assistance for individuals without an attorney representing themselves in a legal case) for the N-400 application and green card renewal.
In addition to direct legal services, NNJLS offers community events, Know Your Rights sessions, and legal clinics that provide general legal information only. These events do not offer individual legal representation.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/4024):
El Centro Hispanoamericano, based in Plainfield, New Jersey, offers affordable legal services to immigrants and refugees, including assistance with family-based petitions, asylum applications, and naturalization processes.
They also provide English as a Second Language (ESL) classes and food distributions.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The Children Legal Services Program at the International Rescue Committee (IRC) offers legal services specialized in immigrant children.
They assist unaccompanied minors with asylum, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS), U and T visas, and other immigration relief.
The team provides legal representation, “Know Your Rights” presentations, and referrals to supportive services.
Staff speak multiple languages, and services are free, trauma-informed and child-focused.
Counties served: Essex, Hudson, Middlesex, Monmouth, and Union.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services ](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/4026):
Make the Road New Jersey provides free English-as-a-second-language classes (ESOL), legal services that support tenants and immigrants, and community organizing programs for youth and adults.
The ESOL program offers Basic and Intermediate levels and focuses on everyday communication skills.
The Housing Justice work includes tenant organizing, leadership development, and legal and support services to help tenants remain in their homes.
Youth programs engage young people in advocacy on issues affecting undocumented students and DACA recipients.
The organization also leads statewide immigrant-rights campaigns.
Counties Served: Union, Middlesex, Passaic, and Essex.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Casa de Esperanza is a non-profit legal services organization providing affordable legal, educational, and community support to immigrants, refugees, and their families in Somerset County, NJ.
Services include assistance with Asylum, DACA, TPS, SIJS, U and T visas, Family Petitions, VAWA, Citizenship, and Deportation Defense.
The organization also offers ESL classes and art workshops for youth.
Casa de Esperanza helps immigrants understand the U.S. legal process and reduce risks that could affect their immigration status.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services ](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/4028):
Catholic Charities, Diocese of Metuchen provides broad support for individuals and families across Middlesex, Somerset, Hunterdon, and Warren counties.
The Immigration Services Program offers general consultations where immigrants can receive individualized guidance and information about available immigration processes.
Accredited representatives assist with citizenship, family petitions, DACA, TPS, U Visas, and VAWA self-petitions.
Beyond immigration, the organization provides counseling, child care, youth programs, maternity support, housing and shelter services, and assistance with food, clothing, and other basic needs.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Legal Services of New Jersey (LSNJ) provides free legal assistance to low-income residents of all New Jersey counties in civil matters.
As a Legal Orientation Program (LOP) provider at the Essex and Hudson County Correctional Facilities, LSNJ informs detained immigrants about their rights and immigration procedures.
LSNJ represents eligible clients in immigration matters such as U Visa, Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) cases, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS – immigration portion only), and a limited number of defensive asylum cases.
Legal help is available by phone or online in Spanish, French, Haitian Creole, and Korean, with services accessible to the hearing-impaired.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Asistencia Legal y Otros Servicios de Apoyo ](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/4030):
Catholic Charities, Diocese of Trenton brinda servicios legales de inmigración y apoyo comunitario a personas y familias en los condados de Burlington, Mercer, Monmouth y Ocean.
El personal acreditado por el DOJ asiste con solicitudes de ciudadanía y visa, renovaciones de DACA y TPS, y evaluaciones de elegibilidad bajo la Ley de Violencia contra la Mujer (VAWA).
Los servicios no se enfocan en defensa contra deportación.
La organización también ofrece clases de ESL y ciudadanía, talleres de “Conozca sus derechos”, reubicación rápida, vivienda temporal, asistencia y educación sobre SNAP, despensas de alimentos comunitarias y ropa y artículos del hogar gratuitos.
Project HOPE ayuda a quienes enfrentan pobreza o falta de vivienda a desarrollar habilidades de vida y trabajo.
Condados atendidos: Burlington, Mercer, Monmouth, y Ocean.
La información incluida aquí es actual y precisasegúnnuestromejorconocimiento. Comuníquese con ImportaMi vía e-mail eninfo.importami@rescue.orgsitienealgunapregunta o corrección.
Latin American Legal Defense and Education Fund (LALDEF) provides low-cost immigration legal services for low- and moderate-income immigrants (up to 250% FPL).
Their DOJ-recognized legal team assists with naturalization, adjustment of status, family petitions, green card and work permit renewals, DACA, TPS, SIJS, VAWA, and U and T visas. They also issue Community ID Cards and offer document support, translation, notarization, and informational resources.
Beyond legal services, LALDEF offers ESL, GED/HSE, and citizenship classes; the FUTURO youth mentoring and academic success program; parenting and family workshops through FUTURO Familia; and Latinas Unidas, a support and education group for Latina women.
They also conduct community outreach, Know Your Rights education, and referrals to additional social services.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/4033):
Catholic Charities, Diocese of Trenton provides immigration legal services and community support for individuals and families in Burlington, Mercer, Monmouth, and Ocean counties.
DOJ-accredited staff assist with citizenship and visa applications, DACA and TPS renewals, and VAWA eligibility screenings.
Services do not focus on removal or deportation defense.
The organization also offers ESL and citizenship classes, “Know Your Rights” workshops, rapid re-housing, temporary housing, SNAP education and enrollment, community food pantries, and free clothing and household goods.
Project HOPE helps people facing poverty or homelessness develop life and job skills.
Counties Served: Burlington, Mercer, Monmouth, and Ocean.
At this address is the Family Resource Center, a specific program within Catholic Charities of Trenton, designed to serve families in Trenton with direct community services.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Community Support Services ](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/4034):
Servicios Latinos de Burlington County (SELBUC) is a community nonprofit that helps Spanish-speaking youth, families, and other immigrants in Burlington County.
They offer BIA-accredited immigration help (residency, citizenship, family petitions, DACA renewal, U and T visas, VAWA, work permits, waivers) and legal services with case-by-case fees, including divorce paperwork, child support, and powers of attorney.
The agency also runs ESL and citizenship classes, youth college and FAFSA help, job referrals, free domestic-violence and crime-victim support, health education workshops, diabetes and chronic-illness self-management, senior services, and housing assistance with rent, deposits, mortgages, and limited hotel vouchers, plus interpretation and document translation.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The Camden Center for Law and Social Justice (CCLSJ) offers low-cost immigration legal help to people who cannot afford a private attorney.
Services relevant to unaccompanied children and their sponsors include asylum, U Visas, VAWA petitions, adjustment of status, family-based petitions, citizenship applications, TPS, work authorization, and consultations. CCLSJ is recognized by the U.S. Board of Immigration Appeals.
They are a leading legal provider for victims of domestic violence in South Jersey. They do not focus on removal defense.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The Camden Center for Law and Social Justice (CCLSJ) offers low-cost immigration legal help to people who cannot afford a private attorney.
Services relevant to unaccompanied children and their sponsors include asylum, U Visas, VAWA petitions, adjustment of status, family-based petitions, citizenship applications, TPS, work authorization, and consultations. CCLSJ is recognized by the U.S. Board of Immigration Appeals.
They are a leading legal provider for victims of domestic violence in South Jersey. They do not focus on removal defense.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
American Friends Service Committee Florida (AFSC) provides immigration legal services for individuals and families in South Florida and across Florida.
Assistance includes Adjustment of Status, Asylum applications, Consular Processing, DACA, Employment Authorization, Family-based petitions, NACARA, Naturalization and Citizenship, Removal Hearings, TPS, U visas, and VAWA petitions.
The program also offers community education such as Know Your Rights sessions.
Services are available at low or no cost for immigrants who may lack access to legal representation.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Americans for Immigrant Justice provides free legal and advocacy services to immigrants, including children, families, and individuals in detention.
The organization helps with immigration relief applications, detention defense, and legal representation for victims of abuse, trafficking, or crime.
It also supports unaccompanied children and assists with access to translation and interpretation for legal processes.
Services are available at no cost.
Services are available in Broward, Collier, Lee, Miami-Dade, Monroe, and Palm Beach counties.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Catholic Legal Services, Archdiocese of Miami (CCLS) provides free and low-cost immigration legal services for children, families, and vulnerable migrants.
Programs include assistance with asylum, TPS, DACA, T and U visas, SIJS, and VAWA petitions.
The agency represents unaccompanied minors and families in immigration court, offers Know Your Rights sessions, and provides help with citizenship, residency, family petitions, and work authorization.
Services include specialized support through the Complex Litigation Department, Refugee Assistance Program, Labre Project for homeless clients, and community CIRCLE clinics.
Virtual and in-person legal screenings, orientations, and educational events are available.
Eligibility includes immigrants, refugees, asylees, Cuban and Haitian Entrants, unaccompanied minors, and Miami-Dade residents.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Church World Service (CWS) Florida provides free or low-cost legal help through licensed attorneys and accredited representatives in Miami, Fort Lauderdale, Delray Beach, Tampa, Jacksonville, and Kissimmee.
Free services are available for eligible refugees, asylees, Cuban/Haitian parolees, and certified trafficking survivors. Services include help with asylum, SIJS, VAWA, U and T visas, green cards, naturalization, and deportation defense.
Others, including UCs or sponsors not eligible for free help, can access low-cost services.
Walk-in and appointment options vary by office.
Legal eligibility and funding are assessed during intake.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/4050):
Youth Co-Op, Inc. in Miami offers free or low-cost immigration legal help, including family-based petitions, asylum, TPS (if eligible), VAWA petitions for survivors of abuse, Adjustment of Status, and work permits.
Accredited staff and attorneys assist with forms and representation.
They also run a free youth program for ages 14–24 to help earn a high school diploma.
Counties served: Miami-Dade
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Hispanic Services Council in Florida offers low-cost immigration legal services to individuals and families in Hillsborough and surrounding counties.
They are a BIA-recognized organization and provide help with adjustment of status, asylum, DACA, work permits, family petitions, naturalization, TPS, U visas, VAWA cases, and deportation defense.
They assist with applications, court representation, and immigration interviews.
Services are offered in English and Spanish, and they support survivors of violence, farm workers, people with disabilities, and undocumented immigrants.
They also offer citizenship classes and referrals to social and community services.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Jacksonville Area Legal Aid (JALA) provides immigration legal help through two programs.
The Refugee Immigration Project offers free services to eligible individuals, including those with asylum status, certified victims of human trafficking, and certain parolees. They assist with applications for permanent residency, work permits, and naturalization.
The AIRE program offers low-cost legal services for individuals below 400% of the poverty line, covering family-based petitions, asylum, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS), Temporary Protected Status (TPS), U and T visas, VAWA petitions, and more.
A $30 non-refundable application fee applies for AIRE services.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Legal Aid Service of Collier County provides free or low-cost legal services to immigrants, including assistance with immigration applications, family petitions, DACA, naturalization, and humanitarian relief like VAWA and U visas.
They also offer removal defense, representing clients in immigration court to fight deportation and apply for relief when eligible.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Legal Aid Service of Collier County provides free or low-cost legal services to immigrants, including assistance with immigration applications, family petitions, DACA, naturalization, and humanitarian relief like VAWA and U visas.
They also offer removal defense, representing clients in immigration court to fight deportation and apply for relief when eligible.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Catholic Charities del Noroeste de Florida ofrece servicios legales de inmigración, incluyendo defensa contra la deportación.
Brindan apoyo con asilo, peticiones familiares, naturalización, DACA, TPS, alivios humanitarios (como visas U y VAWA), y representación en la corte de inmigración.
Además, ofrecen otros servicios para inmigrantes como manejo de casos, referencias a recursos comunitarios, asistencia con vivienda y servicios públicos, distribución de alimentos, consejería, ayuda en casos de desastre y orientación sobre beneficios públicos.
Los servicios son gratuitos o de bajo costo para personas de bajos recursos.
Este proveedor no se enfoca en defensa contra la deportación.
Oficinas en: Panama City, Pensacola, Fort Walton Beach, y Tallahassee.
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The Center for the Advancement of Human Rights (CAHR) offers free legal representation to vulnerable individuals, including unaccompanied minors, asylum seekers, victims of torture, abused immigrant women, and survivors of human trafficking
Counties served: Franklin, Gadsden, Leon, Madison, Suwannee, Taylor, and Wakulla.
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- [Asistencia Legal y Otros Servicios de Apoyo](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/4058):
Catholic Charities Diocese of St. Petersburg brinda servicios legales de inmigración a bajo costo para inmigrantes y sus familias.
Los servicios incluyen asistencia con solicitudes de asilo, procesamiento consular, peticiones familiares, DACA, autorización de empleo, peticiones de inmigrantes y no inmigrantes basadas en empleo, naturalización y ciudadanía, así como alivios humanitarios como visas T, visas U y peticiones VAWA.
El programa también ofrece clases de ciudadanía, alfabetización e inglés como segundo idioma para apoyar la integración comunitaria.
Consultas gratuitas y solo sin cita (no se aceptan citas). Consulte el sitio web para ubicaciones y horarios de servicio.
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- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/4059):
Lutheran Services of Florida (LSF) provides legal services to unaccompanied immigrant children released from federal custody.
Services include consultations, case assessments, and legal representation for immigration matters.
This includes removal defense to help children and youth navigate immigration court, apply for relief from deportation, and access pathways to legal status.
LSF works closely with children, youth, and their families to ensure they understand their rights and the immigration process.
Families and youth can contact the nearest office directly to access legal services and support.
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Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Palm Beach provides low-cost immigration legal help for individuals and families. They help with family petitions, green cards, DACA renewals, work permits, asylum, citizenship, and TPS.
They also support unaccompanied children with legal options like Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJ). Other services include U and T visas for victims of crime or trafficking, VAWA for survivors of abuse, and help with consular processing. Their legal team is accredited and offers limited court representation.
Services are by appointment only.
The first consultation costs $50. Call to schedule an appointment.
Services are open to all, regardless of religion.
Counties served: Indian River, Martin, Okeechobee, Palm Beach, Saint Lucie.
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Legal Aid Society of Palm Beach County offers free civil legal services to eligible residents of Palm Beach County, including immigration help with citizenship applications, asylum, and other immigration-related issues.
The provider also assists with naturalization, permanent residency, temporary benefits, and support for victims of violent crimes or people with disabilities or severe illness.
Applicants generally qualify if their income is at or below 200% of the federal poverty guidelines, while programs for domestic violence survivors, veterans, and seniors may have more flexible criteria.
This provider does not focus on removal defense.
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Abundant Living Ministries en Pembroke Pines, Florida, ofrece ayuda legal de inmigración para víctimas de violencia doméstica, trata de personas y delitos graves.
Esto incluye asistencia con VAWA (para personas abusadas por alguien con estatus legal), Visas U (para víctimas de delitos) y Visas T (para víctimas de trata). Los servicios están disponibles a través del Triumph Center.
Se puede pedir una cita en línea
Condados atendidos: Broward, Manatee, Miami-Dade, Monroe, Okeechobee, Palm Beach, Saint Lucie, Sarasota
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Legal Aid Service of Broward County ofrece servicios legales civiles gratuitos a residentes de bajos ingresos y elegibles del condado de Broward.
La organización brinda asesoría, representación y educación legal en vivienda (desalojo, ejecución hipotecaria, vivienda pública y subsidiada), inmigración (permisos de trabajo, ciudadanía/naturalización y asistencia para víctimas de delitos, violencia doméstica, trata y niños inmigrantes abusados o descuidados), derecho familiar, defensa de menores, derechos del consumidor, beneficios públicos, asuntos tributarios, beneficios para veteranos, planificación patrimonial (testamentos, poderes notariales, directivas médicas) y servicios para personas sin hogar o que viven con VIH/SIDA.
Los servicios están disponibles por solicitud y son gratuitos.
No se enfoca en la defensa contra la deportación.
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Catholic Charities of Central Florida provides legal immigration consultations and assistance to immigrants and their families.
Services include help with family petitions, citizenship and residency applications, DACA, TPS, and humanitarian relief such as U visas for victims of crime, T visas for trafficking survivors, and VAWA petitions for survivors of domestic violence.
The organization also offers certified translations and interpretation.
Immigration Court and asylum representation are not available at this time.
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The Orlando Center for Justice (OCJ) provides direct legal services to immigrant families throughout Florida, excluding Miami-Dade and Broward counties.
Services include asylum, family petitions, DACA, deportation defense, SIJS, U and T visas, VAWA, citizenship, and simplified divorce, as well as wills, small business and nonprofit incorporation, and tax-exempt filing.
The Children’s Legal Services Program offers Know Your Rights presentations and representation for detained or recently released children in immigration court.
OCJ prioritizes free legal aid for survivors of domestic violence, unemployed individuals, children under 18, and others in hardship.
A small consultation fee may apply.
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Cardozo’s Kathryn O. Greenberg Immigration Justice Clinic ofrece representación legal directa en un número limitado de casos de inmigración cada año académico.
La clínica representa a inmigrantes de bajos ingresos que enfrentan deportación ante autoridades federales de inmigración y la U.S. Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit.
Su trabajo a menudo se enfoca en casos relacionados con inmigración y leyes penales.
La clínica no se enfoca en representar a niños no acompañados, pero puede considerar casos de jóvenes según la situación.
Condados atendidos: Bronx, Kings (Brooklyn), NY (Manhattan), Queens y Richmond (Staten Island).
(También puede atender a clientes de Nueva Jersey. La admisión se realiza a través de socios comunitarios.)
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Legal Services NYC provides free civil legal assistance to low-income New Yorkers across all five boroughs.
The organization offers help in areas such as asylum, family petitions, lawful permanent residence and employment authorization renewals, naturalization, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS), U and T visas, Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) relief, and waivers of inadmissibility.
Staff also handle non-detained removal defense, including representation for unauthorized minors.
Services are offered in English, Spanish, and multiple other languages through the LSNYC Access Line.
Assistance may include brief advice, referrals, clinics, or full representation, depending on eligibility and capacity.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Brooklyn Defender Services provides free immigration legal defense for current clients and for some detained immigrants through the New York Immigrant Family Unity Project.
They represent people in immigration court, including removal defense, detention cases, asylum, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status, visas, green cards, DACA, and TPS.
They also advise clients about how criminal or family cases may affect immigration status.
For children and youth who are BDS clients, services may include SIJS cases in family court, immigration court representation, know-your-rights education, and help connecting to social and community supports.
People who are not current BDS clients and need help for someone who is detained may use the NYIFUP referral form if the person is unrepresented, detained, and meets NYIFUP court or residence criteria.
Submitting the form does not guarantee representation.
Counties served: Bronx, Kings, New York, Queens, and Richmond.
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Legal Services NYC provides free civil legal assistance to low-income New Yorkers across all five boroughs.
The organization offers help in areas such as asylum, family petitions, lawful permanent residence and employment authorization renewals, naturalization, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS), U and T visas, Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) relief, and waivers of inadmissibility.
Staff also handle non-detained removal defense, including representation for unauthorized minors.
Services are offered in English, Spanish, and multiple other languages through the LSNYC Access Line.
Assistance may include brief advice, referrals, clinics, or full representation, depending on eligibility and capacity.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Legal Services NYC provides free civil legal assistance to low-income New Yorkers across all five boroughs.
The organization offers help in areas such as asylum, family petitions, lawful permanent residence and employment authorization renewals, naturalization, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS), U and T visas, Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) relief, and waivers of inadmissibility.
Staff also handle non-detained removal defense, including representation for unauthorized minors.
Services are offered in English, Spanish, and multiple other languages through the LSNYC Access Line.
Assistance may include brief advice, referrals, clinics, or full representation, depending on eligibility and capacity.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Integrated Legal and Social Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/4078):
Cabrini Immigrant Services of NYC (CIS-NYC) is a multi-service, community- and faith-based organization dedicated to supporting immigrants, refugees, asylees, and their families through culturally and linguistically responsive programs.
CIS-NYC offers a range of legal services, including
immigration application preparation,
translation,
civic and government instruction,
naturalization,
Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA),
adjustment of status and consular processing, and
replacement of important documents such as resident cards and naturalization certificates.
The team also conducts screenings for vulnerable populations to explore alternative forms of relief, such as U visas, Special Immigrant Juvenile (SIJ) status, VAWA, and asylum, and provides referrals to trusted community partners.
All clients are first screened by a social worker before being scheduled for an appointment with an attorney. Services are available in English and Spanish.
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- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/4079):
CAMBA provides immigration legal services for individuals and families seeking lawful status in the U.S.
Services include advice, application assistance, and representation for citizenship and naturalization, family-based petitions, DACA, TPS, VAWA self-petitions, and T and U visas for survivors of domestic violence and other crimes.
CAMBA also offers refugee assistance, case management, and early employment programs through the Office of Refugee Resettlement.
Beyond legal support, CAMBA operates programs in Housing Stability, Education and Youth Development, Family and Community Support, Health, and Economic Development, serving thousands of New Yorkers each year.
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The Legal Project offers free and confidential consultations with immigration attorneys to help individuals understand their immigration situations and possible options.
Staff attorneys may provide direct representation in qualified cases, including petitions under the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA), U-visas, T-visas, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS), asylum, naturalization, and green card renewals.
The organization also offers presentations on immigration-related topics for community groups and service providers, including “Know Your Rights” sessions.
Services are available in Spanish, Portuguese, Arabic, French, Cantonese, and through interpretation in other languages.
Counties served: Albany, Columbia, Greene, Rensselaer, Saratoga, Schenectady, Warren, Washington
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- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/4081):
Catholic Charities of Orange, Sullivan & Ulster offers free and low-cost immigration legal services including assistance with naturalization, family-based petitions, adjustment of status, DACA renewals, Temporary Protected Status (TPS), asylum, deportation defense, VAWA, and U/T visas.
In addition to legal services, Catholic Charities offers food assistance, rent and utility support, case management, and recovery and counseling services for individuals and families in crisis.
All services are available in English and Spanish, with interpretation provided for other languages.
Services are open to all community members regardless of religion or immigration status.
Serving residents of Orange, Sullivan, and Ulster Counties through offices in Goshen and Kingston, the agency is part of Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of New York, which provides immigration legal assistance and other services throughout the Lower Hudson Valley and Metro NYC.
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- [Integrated Legal and Social Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/4082):
Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of New York (CCANY) coordinates a federation of regional agencies serving immigrants, refugees, and low-income residents across ten counties of the Archdiocese.
Through its network, CCANY provides a comprehensive range of legal and social services that promote stability, self-sufficiency, and community integration.
Its Immigration and Refugee Services Division offers free or low-cost legal consultations and representation in matters such as citizenship and naturalization, family-based petitions, work authorization, DACA, Temporary Protected Status (TPS), asylum, and removal defense.
The organization also assists survivors of crime, domestic violence, and human trafficking through humanitarian relief options including VAWA, U-visa, T-visa, and Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS).
Beyond legal representation, Catholic Charities provides direct support for basic needs including food assistance, emergency housing, and rent or utility aid.
Additional programs include refugee resettlement, case management for unaccompanied children, youth education, employment readiness, and English and citizenship preparation classes.
Services are available regardless of faith, immigration status, or ability to pay.
Individuals may contact the centralized helpline for referrals to local Catholic Charities offices and community partners across the Archdiocese.
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- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services ](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/4083):
Catholic Charities Community Services (CCCS) operates an immigration legal services office in Newburgh to assist residents of Orange County and nearby Hudson Valley communities.
The office provides free and low-cost immigration legal assistance, including help with naturalization, family-based petitions, adjustment of status, asylum, DACA, Temporary Protected Status (TPS), and humanitarian relief such as VAWA and U/T visas.
Legal services are provided by accredited representatives and immigration attorneys through the Archdiocesan immigration program.
In addition to immigration legal assistance, CCCS Newburgh connects clients with the broader Catholic Charities network for case management, food support, and other community resources.
All services are confidential and open to individuals regardless of religion or immigration status.
Serving residents of Orange County and surrounding areas, the office is part of Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of New York, which provides immigration legal assistance and other services throughout the Lower Hudson Valley and Metro NYC.
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- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services ](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/4084):
Catholic Charities Community Services of Dutchess County (CCCSDC) provides free and low-cost immigration legal services to individuals and families residing in Dutchess County.
The agency assists with naturalization, family-based petitions, DACA renewals, Temporary Protected Status (TPS), adjustment of status, asylum, and humanitarian relief including VAWA and U/T visa applications.
Services are delivered by accredited representatives and attorneys through Catholic Charities’ Archdiocesan immigration program.
In addition to immigration legal services, CCCSDC offers a variety of programs designed to promote family stability and self-sufficiency, including case management, food assistance, homelessness prevention, counseling, and financial education.
All services are confidential and available to residents regardless of religion or immigration status.
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- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services ](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/4085):
Catholic Charities Community Services of Westchester provides free and low-cost immigration legal assistance to residents of Westchester County.
The agency assists with naturalization, family-based petitions, adjustment of status, asylum, DACA, Temporary Protected Status (TPS), and humanitarian relief including VAWA and U/T visas.
Legal services are provided by accredited representatives and immigration attorneys through the Archdiocesan immigration program.
In addition to immigration assistance, the Westchester office offers food distribution, rent and utility support, case management for families in crisis, and connections to local partner programs.
All services are confidential and open to residents regardless of religion or immigration status.
Serving residents of Westchester County from its Yonkers office, the agency is part of Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of New York, which provides immigration legal assistance and other services throughout the Lower Hudson Valley and Metro NYC.
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Catholic Migration Services (CMS) provides free immigration legal assistance for low-income immigrants, including children in removal proceedings.
Services include representation in immigration court; applications for asylum, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS), and other humanitarian protections such as U and T visas and VAWA.
CMS also assists youth pursuing SIJS by working with family courts.
For individuals without counsel, the Pro Se Plus program offers resources for self-representation.
Services are offered in multiple languages and CMS charges no attorney’s fees, though government filing fees may apply.
Consultations are by appointment and capacity is limited.
CMS also provides legal help in housing and employment matters and offers Know Your Rights education.
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Catholic Migration Services (CMS) provides free immigration legal assistance for low-income immigrants, including children in removal proceedings.
Services include representation in immigration court; applications for asylum, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS), and other humanitarian protections such as U and T visas and VAWA.
CMS also assists youth pursuing SIJS by working with family courts.
For individuals without counsel, the Pro Se Plus program offers resources for self-representation.
Services are offered in multiple languages and CMS charges no attorney’s fees, though government filing fees may apply.
Consultations are by appointment and capacity is limited.
CMS also provides legal help in housing and employment matters and offers Know Your Rights education.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Central American Legal Assistance (CALA) provides free or low-cost immigration legal services in New York.
Attorneys assist with asylum applications, consular processing, Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA), employment authorization, NACARA, removal hearings, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS), Temporary Protected Status (TPS), and U visas.
Services include help completing forms, filing with USCIS, and representation at asylum interviews, in immigration court, before the Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA), and in federal court.
CALA serves immigrants from Central and South America and other newly arrived individuals seeking legal protection in the United States.
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- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services ](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/4089):
The Central American Refugee Center (CARECEN) provides free and low-cost immigration legal services and community programs across Long Island.
Attorneys and paralegals assist with asylum, naturalization, DACA, TPS, work permits, and other immigration cases.
CARECEN also conducts administrative advocacy with CIS, ICE, and CBP, offers “Know Your Rights” presentations and Legal Orientation Programs, and provides ESL and citizenship/civics classes.
Through DOJ and OVC-funded initiatives, the organization supports trafficking survivors and refers clients to other community resources.
Services are available in English and Spanish at CARECEN’s Hempstead and Brentwood offices.
Counties served: Nassau, Suffolk.
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- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services ](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/4090):
The Central American Refugee Center (CARECEN) provides free and low-cost immigration legal services and community programs across Long Island.
Attorneys and paralegals assist with asylum, naturalization, DACA, TPS, work permits, and other immigration cases.
CARECEN also conducts administrative advocacy with CIS, ICE, and CBP, offers “Know Your Rights” presentations and Legal Orientation Programs, and provides ESL and citizenship/civics classes.
Through DOJ and OVC-funded initiatives, the organization supports trafficking survivors and refers clients to other community resources.
Services are available in English and Spanish at CARECEN’s Hempstead and Brentwood offices.
Counties served: Nassau, Suffolk.
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The City Bar Justice Center’s Immigrant Justice Project (IJP) provides free immigration legal services to New Yorkers who cannot afford private counsel.
Attorneys and pro bono volunteers represent asylum seekers fleeing persecution, survivors of domestic violence, trafficking victims, and others seeking humanitarian relief.
Services include assistance with asylum, VAWA, U and T visas, DACA, TPS, and removal defense before USCIS, immigration courts, and federal courts.
The IJP also offers “Know Your Rights” presentations, community outreach, and advocacy updates with partner organizations.
Services are provided by appointment only at the City Bar Justice Center’s New York City office.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The ECBA Volunteer Lawyers Project (VLP) provides free civil legal services to low-income individuals and small nonprofits in Western New York.
Its Immigration Program offers legal help for asylum, adjustment of status or refugee adjustments requiring waivers, SIJS (including NY State Family Court predicate proceedings for Buffalo residents), T Visa, and U Visa cases.
VLP provides removal defense for children eligible for immigration relief, including released minors and those with juvenile or mental health issues.
It offers in-house representation and refers non-SIJS removal cases to local pro bono attorneys.
VLP also serves trafficking survivors and provides free legal aid to people living with HIV/AIDS and their families.
State served: New York.
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HANAC’s Legal Immigration Program provides free legal services for immigrants residing in New York City.
The program offers immigration consultations, application preparation, follow-up services, advocacy, and workshops to help immigrants understand their rights and responsibilities and avoid fraud.
Assistance covers family-based immigration, adjustment of status, permanent residency, citizenship, Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) renewals, and work permit requests.
Services are available in English, Greek, and Spanish by appointment.
A related department, the Legal Victim Assistance Program, offers free legal aid for victims of crime, including support with compensation claims and advocacy.
This program does not provide removal or deportation defense.
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Her Justice provides free civil legal services to women, transgender, and nonbinary individuals living in poverty in New York City who have family, divorce, or immigration law needs.
The organization helps clients who could not otherwise afford legal representation to secure financial independence and safety from abuse.
Its Immigration Program assists undocumented survivors of domestic and gender-based violence with Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) self-petitions, Battered Spouse Waivers, U Visas, and T Visas.
Her Justice serves residents of the Bronx, Brooklyn, Manhattan, Queens, and Staten Island whose household income is at or below 200% of the Federal Poverty Level.
Immigration clients are referred through New York City Family Justice Centers.
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Hiscock Legal Aid Society provides free civil legal services to low-income residents in Onondaga County and the surrounding region.
Their Immigration Program serves three regions of New York State (Central New York, the Mohawk Valley, and the North Country) covering 18 counties.
Immigration services include naturalization, adjustment of status, family reunification, asylum, employment authorization, travel documents, TPS, and deportation and removal defense.
HLA also offers community legal clinics, information sessions, and Know Your Rights presentations.
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The organization assists individuals who cannot afford an attorney with asylum, withholding of removal, and protection under the U.N. Convention Against Torture (CAT), including detained asylum seekers.
Clients are represented free of charge by trained pro bono attorneys from partner law firms, supported by Human Rights First mentors.
The program serves people fearing persecution based on race, religion, nationality, political opinion, gender, or sexuality.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Immigrant Justice Corps awards two-year Fellowships to recent law graduates and college graduates to expand access to immigration legal services.
Justice Fellows represent clients in removal defense, affirmative asylum, and other immigration matters.
Community Fellows become partially accredited representatives and assist clients before the Department of Homeland Security.
Fellows work within host organizations that already serve underrepresented immigrant communities.
IJC provides training, professional development, and a network of partner organizations to strengthen immigrant legal support.
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Immigration Advocacy Services is a nonprofit legal organization in Astoria, New York, providing immigration assistance for matters such as Adjustment of Status, Advance Parole, Affidavits of Support, DACA renewals, FOIA requests, Naturalization, Visa Extensions, Family Petitions, Waivers, Labor-Based Applications, Asylum, and Cancellation of Removal.
Services are available by appointment only, and free consultations are offered.
Staff and attorneys assist clients in multiple languages, including Greek, Hindi, Italian, Portuguese, Russian, Punjabi, Spanish, and Urdu.
The organization does not provide removal or deportation defense.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Immigration Equality provides legal services to LGBTQ and HIV-positive immigrants in the U.S., including asylum representation, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS), U Visa applications, DACA, family-based petitions, and adjustment of status for binational couples.
They assist with detention advocacy, removal hearings, filings with USCIS, representation at asylum interviews (Credible Fear and Reasonable Fear), removal defense, representation before the Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA), and federal court appeals.
Services are available nationwide.
Eligibility is based on LGBTQ status, HIV status, or fear of persecution.
Potential clients can contact the organization by phone or via the website; walk-ins are not accepted.
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Immigration Legal Services of Long Island (ILSOLI) is a nonprofit organization that provides free or low-cost immigration legal assistance and removal-defense representation to detained and non-detained immigrants residing or working in the Long Island / tri-state region.
Their services include asylum, adjustment of status, family-based petitions, DACA, TPS, U & T visas, VAWA, and SIJS for minors under 21 who are unmarried and have been abused, neglected or abandoned.
ILSOLI also conducts community legal clinics, Know Your Rights presentations, and forms-based assistance.
Counties served:Bronx, Kings (Brooklyn), Nassau, NY (Manhattan), Queens, Suffolk.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Immigration Legal Services of Long Island (ILSOLI) is a nonprofit organization that provides free or low-cost immigration legal assistance and removal-defense representation to detained and non-detained immigrants residing or working in the Long Island / tri-state region.
Their services include asylum, adjustment of status, family-based petitions, DACA, TPS, U & T visas, VAWA, and SIJS for minors under 21 who are unmarried and have been abused, neglected or abandoned.
ILSOLI also conducts community legal clinics, Know Your Rights presentations, and forms-based assistance.
Counties served:Bronx, Kings (Brooklyn), Nassau, NY (Manhattan), Queens, Suffolk.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services ](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/4129):
Journey’s End Refugee Services provides free and low-cost immigration legal assistance to low-income refugees, asylees, and other immigrants.
Their licensed attorneys and Accredited Representatives offer representation before USCIS and EOIR, including help with asylum and withholding of removal, removal defense, permanent residence (green cards), family reunification petitions, naturalization and citizenship applications, travel documents, work authorization, Temporary Protected Status (TPS), Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA), and other humanitarian and family-based matters.
They also provide legal consultations, pro se assistance, legal clinics, community information sessions, and support through New York State Office for New Americans and Liberty Defense Project initiatives.
Beyond legal work, Journey’s End provides a broad range of integration and self-sufficiency services, including refugee resettlement, employment programs, entrepreneurship support, ESL and High School Equivalency classes, K–12 school support through the Refugee School Impact Program, youth mentorship for refugees and asylees, an immigrant community leadership program, and a comprehensive interpretation and translation service.
They also operate the Brewster Street Farm, an urban agriculture program promoting food access, skill-building, and community engagement.
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- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/4130):
The Juan Neumann Center, part of the Basilica of Our Lady of Perpetual Help in Brooklyn, provides Department of Justice–accredited immigration legal services and community education.
Offerings include Adjustment of Status, Naturalization, Family Reunification petitions, DACA, TPS, Crime Victim Visas, and self-petitions under the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA).
The Center also provides Citizenship and Naturalization classes, outreach on immigration options for victims of domestic violence, translation services, ESL instruction, and counseling or referrals on related issues.
Although it may assist with some immigration matters, the Center does not focus on removal defense.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Adjustment of Status, Asylum applications, Consular Processing, Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA), Employment authorization, Family-based petitions, Habeas Corpus, Humanitarian Parole, NACARA, Naturalization/Citizenship, P1 or P2 for Afghans, Removal hearings, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status, Special Immigrant Visa (SIV), T visas, Temporary Protected Status (TPS), U visas, Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) petitions
Counties served: New York (Manhattan),Kings (Brooklyn), Queens, Bronx, Richmond, Nassau, Suffolk
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Immigration Law & Justice New York provides immigration legal services including advice and counsel, asylum applications, U Visa, Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) petitions, refugee adjustment of status, naturalization and citizenship, cancellation of removal or deportation defense, Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA), family petitions, and Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJ).
The organization also offers education programs such as “Know Your Rights” workshops for immigrants and training for church leaders who teach their communities about immigrant rights and legalization processes.
Services are offered at offices in New York City and Long Island, in partnership with local churches and volunteers to promote justice and family unity.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Immigration Law & Justice New York provides immigration legal services including advice and counsel, asylum applications, U Visa, Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) petitions, refugee adjustment of status, naturalization and citizenship, cancellation of removal or deportation defense, Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA), family petitions, and Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJ).
The organization also offers education programs such as “Know Your Rights” workshops for immigrants and training for church leaders who teach their communities about immigrant rights and legalization processes.
Services are offered at offices in New York City and Long Island, in partnership with local churches and volunteers to promote justice and family unity.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Kids in Need of Defense (KIND) provides free legal representation and holistic support to unaccompanied immigrant and refugee children who arrive in the United States without a parent or guardian.
KIND’s attorneys and pro bono partners represent children in immigration court, helping them seek legal protection and relief.
They also offer psychosocial and social service support, including counseling, access to education, and family reunification assistance.
Legal Services:
Representation in immigration court and asylum interviews
Help with applications for Asylum, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS), U/T visas, and green cards
"Know Your Rights" presentations
Social Services:
Referrals for mental health care, medical support, and school enrollment
Help with community integration and trauma-informed care
Area served: Bronx, Kings, Nassau, New York, Queens, Richmond, and Westchester.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/4136):
Konbit Neg Lakay (KNL), a Department of Justice–recognized agency based in Spring Valley, serves residents of Rockland and Westchester Counties.
It provides immigration legal services including Adjustment of Status, Asylum applications, Family- and Employment-based petitions, DACA, TPS, T and U visas, VAWA petitions, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status, and Citizenship/Naturalization.
KNL also offers citizenship preparation, ESL and literacy classes, computer literacy, youth development, and health insurance guidance.
The organization assists with affirmative immigration filings but does not focus on removal defense.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The Legal Aid Bureau of Buffalo provides free legal services across Western New York to low- and moderate-income residents.
Its WNY Regional Immigration Assistance Center offers no-cost legal analysis, training, and support to appointed criminal defense and Family Court attorneys representing noncitizen clients.
The Bureau handles civil, criminal, and family cases including immigration advisals, post-conviction motions, appeals, and reentry support.
While it provides immigration-related representation for noncitizens in criminal and family contexts, its work centers on attorney assistance and legal education, not direct affirmative immigration filings.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The Legal Aid Society of New York City provides free legal assistance to low-income immigrants and detained individuals across all five boroughs.
Through its Immigration Law Unit and the New York Immigrant Family Unity Project (NYIFUP), it offers legal representation in asylum, deportation defense, family reunification, DACA, TPS, T and U visas, VAWA petitions, and citizenship applications.
The organization also helps immigrants facing partner violence, detention, or family separation.
All services are free for eligible clients.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The Legal Aid Society of Rochester, New York provides free immigration legal assistance to low- and moderate-income non-citizens and their families.
Its Immigration Unit helps clients with Green Cards, asylum applications, family reunification, DACA, family-based petitions, and naturalization.
The unit also assists with Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS), T and U visas, Temporary Protected Status (TPS), Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) petitions, and cases involving removal proceedings or criminal conviction consequences.
Representation and advice are confidential and available regardless of immigration status.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Legal Services NYC provides free civil legal assistance to low-income New Yorkers across all five boroughs.
The organization offers help in areas such as asylum, family petitions, lawful permanent residence and employment authorization renewals, naturalization, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS), U and T visas, Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) relief, and waivers of inadmissibility.
Staff also handle non-detained removal defense, including representation for unauthorized minors.
Services are offered in English, Spanish, and multiple other languages through the LSNYC Access Line.
Assistance may include brief advice, referrals, clinics, or full representation, depending on eligibility and capacity.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Lutheran Social Services of New York provides free and low-cost immigration legal assistance through its Immigration Legal Program (ILP).
Services include Adjustment of Status, Asylum applications, Consular Processing, DACA, Employment Authorization, Family-based petitions, NACARA, Naturalization/Citizenship, Removal hearings, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS), T visas, TPS, U visas, and Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) petitions.
The ILP also supports unaccompanied minors in Family and Immigration Courts and partners with the City of New York to assist newly arrived asylum seekers.
Services are offered in New York City, including the Bronx, Brooklyn, Manhattan, Queens, and Staten Island.
They do not accept detained cases.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/4143):
Make the Road New York offers free and low-cost legal services in immigration, housing, employment, and public benefits.
Immigration services include adjustment of status, consular processing, Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA), employment authorization, family-based petitions, NACARA, naturalization/citizenship, removal hearings, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS), T visas, Temporary Protected Status (TPS), U visas, and Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) petitions.
Attorneys also handle asylum and deportation defense, support survivors of gender-based violence, and provide culturally competent services for TGNCIQ immigrants.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services ](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/4144):
Catholic Charities of Long Island offers immigration legal counseling, refugee resettlement, and support for newly arrived youth and families.
Services are open to all immigrants, regardless of status, documentation, or national origin.
Fees for essential services are based on ability to pay.
The NYSARY program serves young people ages 13–18 who are recent arrivals to the United States and live in Nassau or Suffolk Counties, with special focus on Unaccompanied Children.
Legal services cover status adjustment, family reunification, asylum, work permits, citizenship, and help for trafficking or crime victims.
Refugee resettlement provides housing, employment, and trauma support.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Migration Resource Center in Staten Island offers free or low-cost immigration legal services, education, and community outreach.
Its DOJ- and BIA-recognized legal team assists with Adjustment of Status, Asylum, Family-based petitions, Naturalization and Citizenship, Employment authorization, U and T visas, Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) petitions, Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA), Temporary Protected Status (TPS), and Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS).
Attorneys and accredited representatives also provide legal representation before USCIS and the Executive Office for Immigration Review (EOIR), including removal proceedings.
Educational and outreach programs support immigrants through citizenship preparation and access to trustworthy legal information.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services ](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/4146):
My Sisters’ Place provides free legal, advocacy, and crisis support to survivors of domestic violence and human trafficking across the Lower Hudson Valley.
There are no income requirements or restrictions.
Immigration legal assistance includes VAWA self-petitions and cancellation, U and T visas (affirmative and defensive), I-751 waivers, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS), cancellation of removal, asylum, withholding of removal, and CAT protection.
Services also include crisis counseling, safety planning, and 24/7 hotline support.
All services are trauma-informed, confidential, and available regardless of citizenship or gender identity.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
My Sisters’ Place provides free legal, advocacy, and crisis support to survivors of domestic violence and human trafficking across the Lower Hudson Valley.
There are no income requirements or restrictions.
Immigration legal assistance includes VAWA self-petitions and cancellation, U and T visas (affirmative and defensive), I-751 waivers, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS), cancellation of removal, asylum, withholding of removal, and CAT protection.
Services also include crisis counseling, safety planning, and 24/7 hotline support.
All services are trauma-informed, confidential, and available regardless of citizenship or gender identity.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services ](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/4148):
Neighbors Link provides free immigration legal services and educational, workforce, and community programs for immigrants.
The Community Law Practice assists with naturalization, adjustment of status, family petitions, green card renewals, and representation in removal proceedings for detained and non-detained adults and children.
Free ESOL and citizenship classes are available both virtually and in person, along with digital literacy, parent education, early childhood development, after-school and summer programs, and workforce training in fields such as OSHA, CPR, and eco-cleaning.
Community engagement includes know-your-rights workshops, ONA Opportunity Center services, and a weekly Immigration Law Helpline.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The New York Legal Assistance Group (NYLAG) provides free civil legal services and advocacy for immigrants, survivors of violence, and people experiencing poverty or crisis.
Its Immigrant Protection Unit represents clients in asylum, family-based petitions, humanitarian relief, citizenship, and removal defense, including detained cases.
NYLAG also assists survivors of intimate partner violence and human trafficking, LGBTQ immigrants, and children in family or immigration proceedings.
Services include safety planning, protection orders, and legal workshops.
NYLAG attorneys work in community sites, hospitals, and schools across New York City.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/4155):
Northern Manhattan Improvement Corporation provides free, wraparound support including immigration and housing legal help, tenant organizing, benefits access, tax prep, financial coaching, food pantry, health insurance navigation, community health workers, mental-health counseling, adult education (ESOL, GED/ABE, citizenship prep), digital literacy, and workforce training.
Domestic Violence Project offers counseling, advocacy, support groups, and family law services.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Legal Services NYC provides free civil legal assistance to low-income New Yorkers across all five boroughs.
The organization offers help in areas such as asylum, family petitions, lawful permanent residence and employment authorization renewals, naturalization, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS), U and T visas, Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) relief, and waivers of inadmissibility.
Staff also handle non-detained removal defense, including representation for unauthorized minors.
Services are offered in English, Spanish, and multiple other languages through the LSNYC Access Line.
Assistance may include brief advice, referrals, clinics, or full representation, depending on eligibility and capacity.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The Religious of the Sacred Heart of Mary LIFE Center in Sleepy Hollow, NY offers low-cost immigration legal services to support and protect immigrant families. Services include help with green cards, family petitions, DACA, SIJS, VAWA, U Visas, TPS, naturalization, and court representation. They also offer “Know Your Rights” workshops, ESL classes, and referrals.
Counties served: Bronx, Dutchess, New York, Orange, Putnam, Rockland, Ulster, Westchester.
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Safe Horizon’s Immigration Law Project provides free legal assistance to immigrant survivors of violence, abuse, and trauma.
The program helps clients apply for U-visas, Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) self-petitions, asylum, green cards, naturalization, and removal defense.
Services are available to people from any country and offered in multiple languages.
Survivors of trafficking, crime, or exploitation can receive confidential legal support and referrals through the 24-hour HOPE hotline or live chat, ensuring safety and protection regardless of immigration status.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Safe Passage Project provides free immigration lawyers for unaccompanied children (UCs) under 21 years old in New York City and Long Island who are facing deportation.
The organization represents these minors in immigration court, ensuring they are not alone in the legal process.
Safe Passage handles asylum and Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS) cases and equips pro bono attorneys with training and manuals to strengthen representation for UCs.
By pairing each child with a dedicated attorney, Safe Passage helps unaccompanied minors pursue safety and lawful status in the United States.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/4161):
Sanctuary for Families provides free, confidential support for survivors of domestic violence, sex trafficking, and related gender violence in New York City.
Its attorneys represent clients in family law, immigration, housing, and public benefits cases, and assist with orders of protection, divorce, and Title IX campus sexual assault advocacy.
Counseling and crisis intervention are provided by licensed clinicians.
The organization also operates confidential crisis and transitional shelters, and economic empowerment programs offering job readiness, technology training, and stipends.
Specialized programs serve children, unaccompanied immigrant minors, and trafficking survivors.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services ](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/4162):
Sanctuary for Families provides free, confidential support for survivors of domestic violence, sex trafficking, and related gender violence in New York City.
Its attorneys represent clients in family law, immigration, housing, and public benefits cases, and assist with orders of protection, divorce, and Title IX campus sexual assault advocacy.
Counseling and crisis intervention are provided by licensed clinicians.
The organization also operates confidential crisis and transitional shelters, and economic empowerment programs offering job readiness, technology training, and stipends.
Specialized programs serve children, unaccompanied immigrant minors, and trafficking survivors.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/4163):
Sanctuary for Families provides free, confidential support for survivors of domestic violence, sex trafficking, and related gender violence in New York City.
Its attorneys represent clients in family law, immigration, housing, and public benefits cases, and assist with orders of protection, divorce, and Title IX campus sexual assault advocacy.
Counseling and crisis intervention are provided by licensed clinicians.
The organization also operates confidential crisis and transitional shelters, and economic empowerment programs offering job readiness, technology training, and stipends.
Specialized programs serve children, unaccompanied immigrant minors, and trafficking survivors.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/4164):
Sanctuary for Families provides free, confidential support for survivors of domestic violence, sex trafficking, and related gender violence in New York City.
Its attorneys represent clients in family law, immigration, housing, and public benefits cases, and assist with orders of protection, divorce, and Title IX campus sexual assault advocacy.
Counseling and crisis intervention are provided by licensed clinicians.
The organization also operates confidential crisis and transitional shelters, and economic empowerment programs offering job readiness, technology training, and stipends.
Specialized programs serve children, unaccompanied immigrant minors, and trafficking survivors.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services ](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/4165):
The Immigrant Justice Project at the Sylvia Rivera Law Project (SRLP) provides legal services and advocacy for low-income transgender, gender nonconforming, and intersex (TGNCI) immigrants.
Services include representation in applications for immigration status, adjustment of status, and help obtaining gender-affirming immigration documents such as Employment Authorization Documents (EADs), green cards, and naturalization certificates.
The project also assists with asylum, U and T visas, Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) cases, DACA, TPS, SIJS, and family-based petitions.
Support includes coordination around public benefits, healthcare, and Social Security access.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The Bronx Defenders is a legal organization in the South Bronx that represents Bronx residents in Criminal, Family, Housing, and Immigration Court.
They offer walk-in community intake and public benefits help, including non-attorney assessments and referrals.
They provide a 24/7 emergency legal hotline for those contacted by police or child welfare (ACS), and limited housing hotline services for those facing eviction or landlord issues.
Their services include legal and non-legal assistance, with a focus on responding to urgent family, housing, and legal system involvement.
They do not provide removal (deportation) defense in immigration court.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Integrated Legal and Social Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/4170):
The Door serves New York City youth ages 12–24 with free, integrated services.
Its Legal Services Center represents young people in immigration (affirmative, removal, detained minors) and civil matters (family law, housing, public benefits, IDs, taxes), and offers Know Your Rights.
Youth also access counseling, health care, gender-affirming services, food and nutrition, education, jobs and internships, supportive housing services, and programs for runaway and homeless youth and foster care.
Services are available in English, Spanish, and French, with interpreters for other languages.
Membership is required and free.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
UnLocal, Inc. is a community-centered nonprofit providing free immigration legal representation and community education for undocumented immigrants across New York City and New York State.
Its attorneys and advocates represent clients at all stages of the immigration process through four main programs: Affirmative Practice, Removal Defense, Queer Immigrant Justice Project, and Post Order Defense.
UnLocal also conducts community education, outreach, and advocacy that empower immigrant communities and promote justice and dignity for all.
Services are available in multiple languages, including Spanish, through phone interpretation.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/4172):
The Peter Cicchino Youth Project (PCYP) at the Urban Justice Center provides free legal services to homeless and street-involved young people under 25 in New York City, with a focus on those who identify as LGBTQQ.
PCYP helps youth overcome legal barriers by assisting with immigration cases, securing affirming identity documents, accessing public benefits, and addressing housing or shelter needs.
Services are free and available through legal clinics at partner drop-in centers in Harlem and the Lower East Side.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
American Gateways offers immigration legal services to low-income immigrants in Central Texas, including Austin, San Antonio, and Waco.
They do not offer direct legal representation in court or defense against deportation, but they provide assistance with asylum applications, VAWA petitions, T and U Visas, permanent residency, naturalization, DACA renewals, and family-based petitions.
American Gateways offers full legal representation, legal screenings by phone appointment, large-scale citizenship clinics, and legal orientation for unrepresented individuals in removal proceedings through its PAPA Services at the San Antonio Immigration Court.
Services are provided at no or low cost and by appointment only.
Office locations: Austin, San Antonio, and Waco.
Counties served: Bastrop, Bee, Bell, Bexar, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Coryell, Falls, Fayette, Hays, Lampasas, Lee, Llano, Mason, Milam, San Saba, Travis, and Williamson.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The Bernardo Kohler Center for Immigration provides legal and protection services for immigrants, refugees, and vulnerable populations.
It assists with visas, citizenship, asylum, family reunification, and support for unaccompanied children and trafficking survivors.
The center also offers language and interpretation support and referrals to other social services.
The consultation fee is $40, payable when scheduling by card, cash, check, or money order. Clients must provide household income information.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/4175):
Boat People SOS (BPSOS) in Houston provides low-cost immigration legal services for immigrants and refugees, including assistance with citizenship and naturalization applications, family-based petitions, adjustment of status, work authorization, DACA, consular processing, and humanitarian cases such as VAWA, T visas, and U visas.
Services primarily focus on applications and petitions before USCIS and may include limited support for certain removal proceedings.
They also offer legal consultations, assistance with immigration forms, and Know Your Rights presentations.
In addition to immigration services, BPSOS provides refugee and immigrant support, English as a Second Language (ESL) classes, citizenship classes, digital literacy training, health and wellness programs, services for survivors of violence and crime, support for older adults, case management, referrals to other services, and community-based programs designed to promote integration, stability, and self-sufficiency.
Services are available in multiple languages, including English, Spanish, and Vietnamese. Fees are low-cost, and appointments are required.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Casa Marianella welcomes displaced immigrants and promotes self-sufficiency by providing shelter and support services. In addition to shelter (housing), Casa Marianella provides food, ESL classes and other services to the immigrant community in Austin, TX.
Benefits Clinic Casa Marianella’s on-site, free-of-charge Benefits Clinic serves residents living in housing provided by the Casa Marianella shelter system, and members of the wider Austin community. TEXT: 262-706-1620 CALLS: 512-385-5575 EMAIL: benefits@casamarianella.org
ESL Classes Casa Marianella provides three levels of free English classes–beginning, intermediate, and advanced. ESL classes are available to both Casa residents and members of the community.
Housing Services Casa provides housing services for immigrants, refugees and asylees. If you are seeking housing please call (512) 385-5571 for information about whether housing is available.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/4177):
Catholic Charities Diocese of Lubbock provides low-cost immigration legal services for immigrants and their families, including assistance with citizenship and naturalization applications, permanent resident card renewals and replacements, work authorization, family-based petitions, and cases under the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA). Services primarily focus on applications and petitions before USCIS and are provided by Department of Justice-accredited representatives.
In addition to immigration services, they offer food assistance, housing support, counseling and behavioral health services, programs for youth and families, services for older adults, case management, and referrals to community resources.
Services are available in English and Spanish.
Walk-in services are available on Mondays, while appointments are required on other days.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Catholic Charities Archdiocese of San Antonio (CCAOSA) / Caritas Legal Services branch gives low-cost (or reduced/waived fee) immigration legal help for immigrants and refugees, including families and youth.
They assist with adjustment of status (green card), naturalization, family-based petitions, U visas, VAWA petitions, T visas, asylum applications, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS), removal / deportation defense, and other immigration relief.
Consultation fee of $50. However, they offer a sliding scale fee structure based on income and household size for qualified individuals, potentially reducing or waiving the fee. They also have grants that can help reduce or waive the fee for immigration service
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/4179):
Catholic Charities Dallas provides low-cost immigration legal services for immigrants, refugees, and asylees, including assistance with family-based petitions, adjustment of status, consular processing, citizenship and naturalization applications, DACA renewals, permanent residency for refugees and asylees, document renewals and replacements, and humanitarian cases involving survivors of domestic violence and violent crimes.
They also provide limited representation for certain unaccompanied children in removal proceedings and other removal-based services.
Services include legal consultations, Know Your Rights information, and representation before USCIS and immigration courts in eligible cases.
In addition to immigration services, they offer refugee resettlement support, financial stability and career services, disaster preparedness and relief assistance, pregnancy, parenting, and adoption services, case management, and other community-based programs designed to promote stability and self-sufficiency.
Services are available by appointment, with low-cost fees and free services available for eligible clients.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Catholic Charities Fort Worth Immigration Services provides free or low-cost legal help in North Texas.
They assist with deportation defense (help in immigration court), asylum (for people fleeing danger), Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS) (for minors abused, neglected, or abandoned by parents), U visas (for crime victims), T visas (for trafficking survivors), VAWA (for victims of family violence), and adjustment of status (to become permanent residents).
They also help with family-based petitions.
Services are for low-income immigrants and families in North Texas
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services ](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/4181):
Catholic Charities of Central Texas provides low-cost immigration legal services for immigrants and refugees, including assistance with citizenship and naturalization applications, family-based petitions, permanent residency, work authorization, DACA renewals, adjustment of status, humanitarian relief, and other immigration benefits.
Services primarily focus on applications and petitions before USCIS, legal consultations, and immigration legal education.
In addition to immigration services, they offer refugee support, emergency assistance, food and basic needs programs, case management, family support services, mental health counseling, financial stability programs, and disaster recovery assistance.
Services are available in English and Spanish, and fees are generally low-cost with some services offered at no charge based on eligibility.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Central American Resource Center (Houston Office) offers immigration legal services to low-income immigrants in Harris County, Texas.
The organization provides assistance with adjustment of status, asylum applications, consular processing, DACA, employment authorization, employment-based and family-based petitions, NACARA, naturalization, removal hearings, T visas, Temporary Protected Status (TPS), U visas, and VAWA petitions.
Services include help completing forms, filings with USCIS, representation at asylum interviews, representation before the Immigration Court and Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA), and federal court appeals.
The program also provides Legal Orientation Programs (LOP), Know Your Rights presentations, and referrals.
Nominal fees are charged.
This provider does not focus on removal defense.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Human Rights Initiative of North Texas provides free immigration legal services for people who have faced human rights abuses.
For minors under 18 who arrived without a parent (and sponsors), HRI helps with Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS) (for those abused, neglected, or abandoned), U visas (for victims of serious crimes), VAWA relief (if abused by a U.S. citizen or green card spouse), and asylum (if fleeing persecution).
In addition, HRI offers case management, referrals for housing, food, and health services, and general information to help clients connect with community resources and stabilize their lives.
Services are available to residents of the North Texas area.
Counties served: Dallas, Tarrant.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The Immigration Service and Aid Center (ISAAC), a project of the Christian Life Commission of the Baptist General Convention of Texas, offers low-cost or free legal services to immigrants.
These include help with applications for work permits, green cards, DACA, family petitions, naturalization, and more. They also provide removal defense for immigrants facing deportation.
Services are offered by DOJ-accredited representatives and include legal consultations and referrals.
ISAAC operates through Educational and Legal Immigration Ministries (ELIM) based in San Antonio.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Justice for all Immigrants ofrece servicios legales de inmigración asequibles y de alta calidad para personas y familias de bajos ingresos en Houston y San Antonio, Texas.
La organización brinda asistencia con inmigración basada en la familia, ajuste de estatus, procesamiento consular, permisos de trabajo, renovaciones de residencia permanente, DACA, asilo, Estatus de Protección Temporal (TPS), Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS), visas U, visas T, peticiones VAWA, naturalización y defensa contra la expulsión.
Justice for all Immigrants representa a clientes ante autoridades migratorias, cortes de inmigración y la Board of Immigration Appeals, incluyendo personas detenidas y niños no acompañados.
También ofrece educación comunitaria, talleres y presentaciones sobre derechos de inmigración.
Condados atendidos: Bexar, Cornal, Guadalupe y Wilson.
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- [Integrated Legal and Social Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/4193):
Kids in Need of Defense (KIND) provides free legal representation and holistic support to unaccompanied immigrant and refugee children who arrive in the United States without a parent or guardian.
KIND’s attorneys and pro bono partners represent children in immigration court, helping them seek legal protection and relief.
KIND also offers psychosocial and social service support, including counseling, access to education, and family reunification assistance.
Legal Services:
Representation in immigration court and asylum interviews
Help with applications for Asylum, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS), U/T visas, and green cards
"Know Your Rights" presentations
Social Services:
Referrals for mental health care, medical support, and school enrollment
Help with community integration and trauma-informed care
Counties served: Austin, Brazoria, Chambers, Colorado, Fort Bend, Galveston, Harris, Houston, Liberty, Matagorda, Montgomery, Walker, Waller, and Wharton.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services ](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/4194):
La Unión del Pueblo Entero (LUPE) provides legal services to low-income immigrants in the Rio Grande Valley, Texas. Their San Juan office offers removal defense, including representation in immigration court and appeals, and help with immigration applications and filings with USCIS.
Their San Benito and Alton offices assist with other immigration matters like family petitions, adjustment of status, asylum, DACA, TPS, naturalization, and work permits. Services are available in English and Spanish and offered at low cost. LUPE also provides know-your-rights workshops, citizenship classes, referrals to social services, and support in dealing with ICE or CBP.
They serve a wide range of clients including detained individuals, farmworkers, youth, LGBTQ+ individuals, and others in vulnerable situations.
You can visit any office via drop-in, call, email, or check their website—no appointments required.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/4195):
La Unión del Pueblo Entero (LUPE) provides legal services to low-income immigrants in the Rio Grande Valley, Texas.
Their San Juan office offers removal defense, including representation in immigration court and appeals, and help with immigration applications and filings with USCIS.
Their San Benito and Alton offices assist with other immigration matters like family petitions, adjustment of status, asylum, DACA, TPS, naturalization, and work permits. Services are available in English and Spanish and offered at low cost.
LUPE also provides know-your-rights workshops, citizenship classes, referrals to social services, and support in dealing with ICE or CBP.
They serve a wide range of clients including detained individuals, farmworkers, youth, LGBTQ+ individuals, and others in vulnerable situations.
You can visit any office via drop-in, call, email, or check their website—no appointments required.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/4196):
La Unión del Pueblo Entero (LUPE) provides legal services to low-income immigrants in the Rio Grande Valley, Texas.
Their San Juan office offers removal defense, including representation in immigration court and appeals, and help with immigration applications and filings with USCIS.
Their San Benito and Alton offices assist with other immigration matters like family petitions, adjustment of status, asylum, DACA, TPS, naturalization, and work permits. Services are available in English and Spanish and offered at low cost.
LUPE also provides know-your-rights workshops, citizenship classes, referrals to social services, and support in dealing with ICE or CBP.
They serve a wide range of clients including detained individuals, farmworkers, youth, LGBTQ+ individuals, and others in vulnerable situations.
You can visit any office via drop-in, call, email, or check their website—no appointments required.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Las Americas provides comprehensive immigration legal services, offering asylum applications, family-based petitions, adjustment of status, and citizenship assistance. They help with DACA applications and renewals, work permits, Temporary Protected Status (TPS), and relief for victims of crime and trafficking through U and T visas.
The organization supports survivors of domestic violence through VAWA petitions and minors seeking Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS).
Their removal defense services include representation in immigration court, appeals, and bond or parole requests. They also host monthly legal workshops covering asylum, citizenship, and immigration benefits to educate and assist the immigrant community.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services ](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/4198):
Light of Hope Immigration Law Center in Plano provides low-cost or free immigration legal services for low-income immigrants and their families, including assistance with citizenship and naturalization, family-based petitions, adjustment of status, work authorization, DACA, TPS, SIJS, VAWA petitions, asylum applications, and T and U visas.
They offer legal consultations, representation before USCIS and immigration courts in eligible cases, assistance with immigration forms, and Know Your Rights presentations.
In addition to immigration services, they provide citizenship classes, educational workshops, case management, and community outreach programs that support integration and family stability. Services are available in English and Spanish, with fees based on financial need.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Proyecto Inmigrante ICS offers immigration legal services and immigration counseling to low-income individuals and families in Texas and New Mexico, with offices in Grand Prairie, Irving (virtual), Wichita Falls (virtual), and Las Cruces.
The organization provides assistance with family-based petitions, adjustment of status, consular processing, employment authorization, DACA renewals, Temporary Protected Status (TPS), asylum applications, Special Immigrant Juvenile (SIJ) visas, T visas, U visas, VAWA petitions, cancellation of removal, waivers, fiancé(e) visas, removal of conditional status, and naturalization (N-400).
Services include help completing forms, legal consultation, citizenship classes, document translation for immigration matters, and credential evaluation processing.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Integrated Legal and Social Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/4202):
RAICES provides legal and social support to unaccompanied migrant children through immigration representation, legal education, and case management.
The organization offers free or low-cost legal consultations and representation in immigration proceedings, including assistance with asylum and other humanitarian protections, and defense in removal proceedings.
In addition to legal representation, RAICES provides social services and case management to help children navigate the immigration process, access community resources, and connect with support after release from custody.
RAICES has offices in San Antonio, Austin, Dallas, Houston, Corpus Christi, and Fort Worth.
RAICES has offices in San Antonio, Austin, Dallas, Houston, Corpus Christi, and Fort Worth.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Integrated Legal and Social Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/4203):
RAICES provides legal and social support to unaccompanied migrant children through immigration representation, legal education, and case management.
The organization offers free or low-cost legal consultations and representation in immigration proceedings, including assistance with asylum and other humanitarian protections, and defense in removal proceedings.
In addition to legal representation, RAICES provides social services and case management to help children navigate the immigration process, access community resources, and connect with support after release from custody.
RAICES tiene oficinas en San Antonio, Austin, Dallas, Houston, Corpus Christi, and Fort Worth.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Integrated Legal and Social Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/4206):
RAICES provides legal and social support to unaccompanied migrant children through immigration representation, legal education, and case management.
The organization offers free or low-cost legal consultations and representation in immigration proceedings, including assistance with asylum and other humanitarian protections, and defense in removal proceedings.
In addition to legal representation, RAICES provides social services and case management to help children navigate the immigration process, access community resources, and connect with support after release from custody.
RAICES has offices in San Antonio, Austin, Dallas, Houston, Corpus Christi, and Fort Worth.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
RAICES San Antonio offers free and low-cost legal services for immigrants and refugees. If you need help with asylum applications, deportation defense, family reunification, residency, or citizenship, their legal team can guide you through the process.
They also assist unaccompanied minors and individuals in detention.
RAICES has offices in San Antonio, Austin, Dallas, Houston, Corpus Christi, and Fort Worth. To schedule an appointment for a consultation, please call +1 (833) 372-4237.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/4209):
South Texas Immigration Council offers legal immigration services including adjustment of status, consular processing, employment authorization, family-based petitions, naturalization/citizenship, removal hearings, T visas, U visas, and VAWA petitions.
Services include form completion, filings with USCIS, representation before Immigration Court and the Board of Immigration Appeals.
Non-legal services include ESL, Legal Orientation Programs, Know Your Rights presentations, and referrals.
This provider does not focus on removal defense.
Counties served: Cameron.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/4212):
South Texas Immigration Council offers legal immigration services including adjustment of status, consular processing, employment authorization, family-based petitions, naturalization/citizenship, removal hearings, T visas, U visas, and VAWA petitions.
Services include form completion, filings with USCIS, representation before Immigration Court and the Board of Immigration Appeals. Non-legal services include ESL, Legal Orientation Programs, Know Your Rights presentations, and referrals.
South Texas Pro Bono Asylum Representation Project (ProBAR) offers legal services to immigrants, especially those in immigration detention in South Texas. Their services include:
Legal orientations for detained adults and unaccompanied children
Direct representation in asylum and immigration cases (when possible)
Help with preparing for court hearings for those representing themselves
Know-Your-Rights presentations
Referrals to other legal service providers
ProBAR focuses on supporting vulnerable immigrants, including asylum-seekers and children, by helping them understand and navigate the U.S. immigration system.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Texas RioGrande Legal Aid (TRLA) offers free legal clinics across Central and Southwest Texas for low-income individuals, including minors under 18 and their sponsors.
Clinics provide immigration legal help such as deportation defense, asylum, SIJS, U/T visas, VAWA petitions, adjustment of status, naturalization, and family petitions. Other civil legal help includes expungements, uncontested divorce, and estate planning.
Services are free, no appointment is required, and eligibility is based on income and residence in TRLA’s service counties.
Clinics also provide legal screening, consultations, and referrals.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Texas RioGrande Legal Aid (TRLA) ofrece clínicas legales gratuitas en el centro y suroeste de Texas para personas de bajos ingresos, incluyendo menores de 18 años y sus patrocinadores.
Las clínicas brindan ayuda legal en inmigración (defensa contra deportación, asilo, SIJS, visas U/T, VAWA, ajuste de estatus, naturalización y peticiones familiares) y otros asuntos civiles como expurgación de antecedentes, divorcios no contenciosos y planificación patrimonial.
Los servicios son gratuitos, no se requiere cita y la elegibilidad depende de ingresos y residencia.
Las clínicas también ofrecen evaluación legal, consultas y derivaciones.
La información incluida aquí es actual y precisa según nuestro mejor conocimiento. Comuníquese con ImportaMi vía e-mail en info.importami@rescue.org si tiene alguna pregunta o corrección.
Texas RioGrande Legal Aid (TRLA) offers free legal clinics across Central and Southwest Texas for low-income individuals, including minors under 18 and their sponsors.
Clinics provide immigration legal help such as deportation defense, asylum, SIJS, U/T visas, VAWA petitions, adjustment of status, naturalization, and family petitions. Other civil legal help includes expungements, uncontested divorce, and estate planning.
Services are free, no appointment is required, and eligibility is based on income and residence in TRLA’s service counties.
Clinics also provide legal screening, consultations, and referrals.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Texas RioGrande Legal Aid (TRLA) offers free legal clinics across Central and Southwest Texas for low-income individuals, including minors under 18 and their sponsors.
Clinics provide immigration legal help such as deportation defense, asylum, SIJS, U/T visas, VAWA petitions, adjustment of status, naturalization, and family petitions.
Other civil legal help includes expungements, uncontested divorce, and estate planning.
Services are free, no appointment is required, and eligibility is based on income and residence in TRLA’s service counties.
Clinics also provide legal screening, consultations, and referrals.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Texas RioGrande Legal Aid (TRLA) offers free legal clinics across Central and Southwest Texas for low-income individuals, including minors under 18 and their sponsors.
Clinics provide immigration legal help such as deportation defense, asylum, SIJS, U/T visas, VAWA petitions, adjustment of status, naturalization, and family petitions.
Other civil legal help includes expungements, uncontested divorce, and estate planning.
Services are free, no appointment is required, and eligibility is based on income and residence in TRLA’s service counties.
Clinics also provide legal screening, consultations, and referrals.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Texas RioGrande Legal Aid (TRLA) offers free legal clinics across Central and Southwest Texas for low-income individuals, including minors under 18 and their sponsors.
Clinics provide immigration legal help such as deportation defense, asylum, SIJS, U/T visas, VAWA petitions, adjustment of status, naturalization, and family petitions.
Other civil legal help includes expungements, uncontested divorce, and estate planning.
Services are free, no appointment is required, and eligibility is based on income and residence in TRLA’s service counties.
Clinics also provide legal screening, consultations, and referrals.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Texas RioGrande Legal Aid (TRLA) offers free legal clinics across Central and Southwest Texas for low-income individuals, including minors under 18 and their sponsors.
Clinics provide immigration legal help such as deportation defense, asylum, SIJS, U/T visas, VAWA petitions, adjustment of status, naturalization, and family petitions. Other civil legal help includes expungements, uncontested divorce, and estate planning.
Services are free, no appointment is required, and eligibility is based on income and residence in TRLA’s service counties.
Clinics also provide legal screening, consultations, and referrals.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Texas RioGrande Legal Aid (TRLA) offers free legal clinics across Central and Southwest Texas for low-income individuals, including minors under 18 and their sponsors.
Clinics provide immigration legal help such as deportation defense, asylum, SIJS, U/T visas, VAWA petitions, adjustment of status, naturalization, and family petitions.
Other civil legal help includes expungements, uncontested divorce, and estate planning.
Services are free, no appointment is required, and eligibility is based on income and residence in TRLA’s service counties.
Clinics also provide legal screening, consultations, and referrals.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Texas RioGrande Legal Aid (TRLA) offers free legal clinics across Central and Southwest Texas for low-income individuals, including minors under 18 and their sponsors.
Clinics provide immigration legal help such as deportation defense, asylum, SIJS, U/T visas, VAWA petitions, adjustment of status, naturalization, and family petitions.
Services are free, no appointment is required, and eligibility is based on income and residence in TRLA’s service counties.
Clinics also provide legal screening, consultations, and referrals.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Texas RioGrande Legal Aid (TRLA) offers free legal clinics across Central and Southwest Texas for low-income individuals, including minors under 18 and their sponsors.
Clinics provide immigration legal help such as deportation defense, asylum, SIJS, U/T visas, VAWA petitions, adjustment of status, naturalization, and family petitions. Other civil legal help includes expungements, uncontested divorce, and estate planning.
Services are free, no appointment is required, and eligibility is based on income and residence in TRLA’s service counties.
Clinics also provide legal screening, consultations, and referrals.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Texas RioGrande Legal Aid (TRLA) offers free legal clinics across Central and Southwest Texas for low-income individuals, including minors under 18 and their sponsors.
Clinics provide immigration legal help such as deportation defense, asylum, SIJS, U/T visas, VAWA petitions, adjustment of status, naturalization, and family petitions.
Other civil legal help includes expungements, uncontested divorce, and estate planning.
Services are free, no appointment is required, and eligibility is based on income and residence in TRLA’s service counties.
Clinics also provide legal screening, consultations, and referrals.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Texas RioGrande Legal Aid (TRLA) offers free legal clinics across Central and Southwest Texas for low-income individuals, including minors under 18 and their sponsors.
Clinics provide immigration legal help such as deportation defense, asylum, SIJS, U/T visas, VAWA petitions, adjustment of status, naturalization, and family petitions.
Other civil legal help includes expungements, uncontested divorce, and estate planning.
Services are free, no appointment is required, and eligibility is based on income and residence in TRLA’s service counties.
Clinics also provide legal screening, consultations, and referrals.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/4232):
Access California Services (AccessCal) is a community-based nonprofit in Anaheim, California that offers immigration and citizenship legal help.
Their team is accredited by the U.S. Department of Justice and includes an immigration attorney.
They assist with applications such as adjustment of status (applying for a U.S. green card) and naturalization (becoming a U.S. citizen).
They also handle family-based petitions, renewal or replacement of work permits and green cards, and some immigration status changes.
Certain services are at-no cost, based on eligibility.
AccessCal also supports immigrant and refugee families through case management, mental health care, job help, financial aid, translation, parenting classes, and youth mentoring.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/4233):
Catholic Charities of San Diego (CCDSD) offers immigration legal services at low cost, serving clients in San Diego and Imperial counties. They assist with:
Removal Defense
Non-Detained Clients
Detained Clients in San Diego and Imperial Counties
Bond Hearings
Unaccompanied Minors
Adjustment of Status
Family Visa Petitions
Consular Processing
Domestic Violence Cases (VAWA)
Fee Waivers
Legal Permanent Resident Card Renewal
Affidavit of Support
T and U Visas
Travel Document
Employment Authorization
Citizenship and Naturalization
Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals – DACA
FOIA Requests
Consultations
Translations
CCDSD) also provide community services such as emergency food distribution, health-coverage support, senior programs, and homeless-services.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Esperanza Immigrant Rights Project (Catholic Charities of Los Angeles) offers free and low-cost immigration legal services in Los Angeles. Their team provides representation for youth in immigration court and before USCIS, including asylum, deportation defense, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (for minors who have been abused, neglected, or abandoned), and other relief such as U and T Visas for victims of crimes or trafficking. They also assist with family petitions, DACA, naturalization, and provide detention representation for adults at Adelanto Detention Facility.
They offer Know Your Rights education and support for victims of domestic violence and human trafficking. Services are accessible to low-income individuals and available in multiple languages.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/4235):
Catholic Charities of Sacramento provides immigration legal services through partner agencies like Sacramento Food Bank & Family Services, Northern Valley Catholic Social Service, and Catholic Charities Yolo-Solano.
They assist with removal defense, asylum, family petitions, DACA, naturalization, and other immigration matters, offering representation in immigration court.
They also provide social services such as food assistance, housing support, healthcare access, and counseling to help immigrant families.
Services are mainly in English and Spanish, with interpretation available for other languages depending on the agency.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Central American Resource Center (CARECEN) provides low-cost and free immigration legal services in the Los Angeles region.
Their legal team helps with asylum, deportation defense, representation for adult detainees, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (for minors who have been abused, neglected, or abandoned), U Visas (for crime victims), T Visas (for trafficking survivors), adjustment of status, DACA renewals, and naturalization assistance (for those seeking U.S. citizenship).
There is no charge for consultations in most cases and no fees for DACA and naturalization services. Fees for further legal assistance are low and discussed during consultation.
CARECEN also offers non-legal programs such as citizenship and civics classes, day labor center services, and community advocacy.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Central American Resource Center (CARECEN) provides low-cost and free immigration legal services in the Los Angeles region.
Their legal team helps with asylum, deportation defense, representation for adult detainees, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (for minors who have been abused, neglected, or abandoned), U Visas (for crime victims), T Visas (for trafficking survivors), adjustment of status, DACA renewals, and naturalization assistance (for those seeking U.S. citizenship).
There is no charge for consultations in most cases and no fees for DACA and naturalization services. Fees for further legal assistance are low and discussed during consultation.
CARECEN also offers non-legal programs such as citizenship and civics classes, day labor center services, and community advocacy.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Coalition for Humane Immigrant Rights of Los Angeles (CHIRLA) is a legal services organization, recognized by the Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA), that provides low cost immigration legal help across Los Angeles County.
Their legal team assists with removal defense, asylum, naturalization, and Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) renewals.
Consultations are provided at low or no cost.
In addition to legal support, CHIRLA offers community education, legal clinics, Know Your Rights workshops, and citizenship and civics classes in English and Spanish.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Ayuda provides comprehensive legal services to immigrants, focusing on areas such as asylum and refugee assistance, family immigration, domestic violence support, and language access advocacy.
They offer direct representation, education, and community outreach to empower immigrants in navigating the legal system and accessing their rights effectively.
Ayuda can serve clients in the state of Virginia, Maryland, and Washington DC.
Counties served in VA: Arlington, Alexandria, Fairfax, Loudoun, Prince William.
Counties served in MD: Prince William, Montgomery.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Hogar Immigrant Services is a program of Catholic Charities Dioceses of Arlington that provides affordable, immigration legal consultations and representation regardless of religion, ethnicity, nationality, or ability to pay.
Their licensed, bilingual legal team handles family‑based petitions (I‑130), adjustment of status, naturalization, green card renewals, DACA, TPS, U‑, T‑, and VAWA visas, NACARA, travel and FOIA requests, asylum, and Special Immigrant Juvenile Status.
They do not handle detained cases, non‑immigrant visas, labor certifications, consular processing, or most removal defense.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/4254):
Commonwealth Catholic Charities offers immigration legal services including citizenship, family petitions, green cards, TPS, asylum, VAWA, U visas, trafficking cases, waivers, and refugee/asylee support.
The organization also provides refugee resettlement services such as housing placement, rental assistance, school enrollment, employment support, English classes, and case management.
Additional services may include financial assistance, interpretation, health referrals, and youth services for eligible refugees, asylees, trafficking survivors, and other humanitarian entrants.
Commonwealth Catholic Charities does not focus on removal defense.
Office locations: Hopewell, Newport News, Norton, Richmond, and Roanoke.
The organization also operates food pantries in Richmond and Roanoke.
The Dibert Food Pantry in Richmond provides food distribution Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
The St. Francis House Food Pantry in Roanoke provides food assistance Monday, Wednesday, Friday 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Just Neighbors offers immigration legal services for low-income immigrants, asylees, and refugees in Washington DC, Maryland, and Virginia.
They provide informational legal services, advice and counsel through walk-in clinics, and full representation in immigration cases.
Just Neighbors assists with humanitarian-based immigration relief, including asylum, removal defense, refugee and asylee adjustment, family reunification, DACA, TPS, and visas for survivors of domestic violence, violent crimes, and trafficking (VAWA, U visa, T visa).
They also provides community education, Know Your Rights presentations, and advocacy to support immigrants’ rights.
Counties served in Maryland: Baltimore County, Baltimore City, Montgomery, and Prince George's,.
Counties served in Virginia: Arlington, Alexandria, Fairfax, Loudoun, and Prince William.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Integrated Legal and Social Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/4256):
Kids in Need of Defense (KIND) provides free legal representation and holistic support to unaccompanied immigrant and refugee children who arrive in the United States without a parent or guardian.
KIND’s attorneys and pro bono partners represent children in immigration court, helping them seek legal protection and relief.
They also offer psychosocial and social service support, including counseling, access to education, and family reunification assistance.
Legal Services:
Representation in immigration court and asylum interviews
Help with applications for Asylum, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS), U/T visas, and green cards
"Know Your Rights" presentations
Social Services:
Referrals for mental health care, medical support, and school enrollment
Help with community integration and trauma-informed care
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The Amica Center for Immigrant Rights provides comprehensive legal services to immigrants, focusing on advocacy, support, and representation.
They offer assistance with immigration applications, deportation defense, asylum claims, and other legal challenges faced by immigrants.
The center is known for its commitment to ensuring immigrants have access to fair legal representation and support throughout their immigration journey.
Counties served in VA: Culpeper, Fairfax.
County served in MD: Prince George
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
DC Volunteer Legal Advocates offers free immigration legal help for survivors of domestic or gender-based violence and for vulnerable children.
The program helps clients seek immigration relief such as asylum, VAWA self-petitions, U and T visas, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status, TPS, DACA, and work authorization.
These services aim to support safety, stability, and the ability to live and work without fear. Legal help is provided at no cost through trained attorneys and volunteers serving people in Washington, DC and Montgomery County, Maryland.
This provider does not focus on removal defense.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Human Rights First (HRF) provides pro bono legal representation and advocacy for people seeking asylum and other protection-based immigration status.
The organization partners with pro bono attorneys to represent asylum seekers, including individuals who cannot afford an attorney.
HRF does not focus on removal defense.
Information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via email at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services ](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/4267):
The U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants (USCRI) helps unaccompanied children who are in immigration court.
They can help children apply for protections like asylum or Special Immigrant Juvenile Status and, in some cases, provide a lawyer or connect families to trusted legal partners.
Most services for children are free or very low-cost, and any fees depend on what the family can afford.
USCRI also offers other support for children and families, including help after a child is released from federal custody, support with school enrollment, referrals to medical and mental health care, and connections to local community resources.
Services may vary depending on funding and availability, so families should contact the local USCRI office to ask what help is currently offered.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Community Health Center and Legal Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/4269):
Whitman-Walker Health offers community health services in Washington, DC, including primary care, HIV and STI testing, HIV care, sexual health services, mental health support, pharmacy services, and legal services related to health, discrimination, and immigration.
They have strong experience serving LGBTQ people and people living with HIV.
Services include free HIV and STI testing, case management, and language access support, including ASL.
Whitman-Walker Health also offers immigration legal help, including asylum, adjustment, and naturalization.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services ](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/4270):
We Are CASA Maryland provides immigration legal services in Maryland, including consultations, know-your-rights information, and limited help for people representing themselves.
The program prioritizes people at high risk of deportation, including those in immigration detention or alternatives-to-detention programs. Others may be placed on a long wait list for consultations or representation.
Immigration legal services are generally limited to Maryland. CASA maintains trusted referral lists at all locations, including offices outside Maryland.
CASA also offers tenant and worker rights assistance, adult ESOL and citizenship classes, citizenship application help, youth programs, health enrollment assistance, financial and tax services, community programs, and vocational training.
Services vary by office, and most non-emergency services require an annual We Are CASA membership fee.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Catholic Charities of Baltimore provides affordable legal assistance to immigrants and refugees through their Immigration Legal Services program at the Esperanza Center.
They provide free legal services and legal orientation to unaccompanied children in immigration proceedings, subject to funding and capacity.
Their team offers help with family-based petitions, naturalization, Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA), Temporary Protected Status (TPS), asylum, work permits, and other immigration matters.
Accredited representatives and attorneys guide clients through complex immigration processes, ensuring rights are protected and documentation is properly handled.
Services are available to low-income individuals regardless of faith or background.
Consultations are available by appointment, with services offered in multiple languages.
Counties served: Anne Arundel, Baltimore City, Baltimore County, Frederick, Harford, Howard, Montgomery, Prince George.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/4273):
Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Washington offers immigration legal services, refugee and immigrant support, English language classes, case management, employment connections, and resource navigation for immigrants and refugees.
They assist with immigration matters including asylum, citizenship, family petitions, DACA, TPS, SIJS, T visas, U visas, VAWA petitions, and support for unaccompanied children.
Services are available for foreign-born individuals and families across Washington, D.C. and nearby Maryland communities.
Counties served: Washington D.C. and Montgomery, Prince George Counties in Maryland.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Luminus Network, Inc. is a Maryland‑based nonprofit offering low‑cost or free immigration legal assistance to immigrants and their families.
They support with services like work‑permit applications, asylum petitions, DACA renewals, citizenship processing, family‑based visas, U‑ and T‑visas, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status, deportation defense, and consular processing.
Clients can access bilingual intake (virtual and walk‑in) for a $100 attorney consult.
Beyond legal paperwork, Luminus also provides interpreting, advocacy education, community outreach, and referrals to social support services.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Servicios Legales y Sociales Integrados](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/4277):
HIAS ofrece servicios legales, apoyo de salud mental y psicológico, apoyo para el empoderamiento económico, servicios sociales y de protección, reasentamiento de refugiados, asistencia para alojamiento temporal y apoyo para garantizar el acceso a alimentos para refugiados y solicitantes de asilo en los Estados Unidos y en todo el mundo.
HIAS brinda gestión de casos especializada para ayudar a las personas desplazadas a acceder rápidamente a refugio, ayuda de emergencia y servicios esenciales.
HIAS ayuda a las personas a comprender sus derechos, navegar sistemas legales y reconstruir sus vidas con seguridad, dignidad y estabilidad.
HIAS no se enfoca en la defensa contra la deportación.
La información incluida aquí es actual y precisa según nuestro mejor conocimiento. Comuníquese con ImportaMi via e-mail en info.importami@rescue.org si tiene alguna pregunta o corrección.
Just Neighbors offers immigration legal services for low-income immigrants, asylees, and refugees in Washington DC, Maryland, and Virginia.
They provide informational legal services, advice and counsel through walk-in clinics, and full representation in immigration cases.
Just Neighbors assists with humanitarian-based immigration relief, including asylum, removal defense, refugee and asylee adjustment, family reunification, DACA, TPS, and visas for survivors of domestic violence, violent crimes, and trafficking (VAWA, U visa, T visa).
They also provides community education, Know Your Rights presentations, and advocacy to support immigrants’ rights.
Counties served in Maryland: Baltimore County, Baltimore City, Montgomery, and Prince George's,.
Counties served in Virginia: Arlington, Alexandria, Fairfax, Loudoun, and Prince William.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The Spanish Speaking Community of Maryland (SSCM) offers legal and community support for immigrants.
They help with asylum applications, U visas for people who have experienced crime, and VAWA petitions for survivors of abuse. They also assist with release from immigration custody and family reunification.
SSCM provides document translation, help with school and housing issues, and support accessing healthcare and food.
Services are available in English and Spanish.
SSCM also connects people to other trusted organizations when needed.
Area covered:Frederick, Montgomery.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
World Relief Legal Services in Baltimore provides vital support to immigrants and refugees in navigating legal complexities.
They offer assistance with immigration applications, asylum cases, and other legal issues, aiming to ensure access to justice and integration into the community for vulnerable populations.
An initial consultation fee may apply.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Advocates for Basic Legal Equality (ABLE) provides free legal help to immigrants and farmworkers.
They work with unaccompanied children and other immigrants regardless of immigration status, including those who are undocumented or in removal proceedings.
They help with unpaid wages, unsafe housing, discrimination, civil rights violations, deportation defense, immigration applications, and access to healthcare and benefits.
They focus on protecting workers and families from abuse, exploitation, and racial profiling.
ABLE serves Butler, Hamilton, and Montgomery county in Ohio.
ABLE's agricultural worker immigrant rights projects serve all 88 Ohio counties.
They have offices in Dayton, Toledo, and Defiance.
Services are available in multiple languages and are free for eligible low-income individuals.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Advocates for Basic Legal Equality (ABLE) provides free legal help to immigrants and farmworkers.
They work with unaccompanied children and other immigrants regardless of immigration status, including those who are undocumented or in removal proceedings.
They help with unpaid wages, unsafe housing, discrimination, civil rights violations, deportation defense, immigration applications, and access to healthcare and benefits.
They focus on protecting workers and families from abuse, exploitation, and racial profiling.
ABLE serves Butler, Hamilton, and Montgomery county in Ohio.
ABLE's agricultural worker immigrant rights projects serve all 88 Ohio counties.
They have offices in Toledo, Dayton, and Defiance.
Services are available in multiple languages and are free for eligible low-income individuals.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/4283):
The Immigrant Worker Project (IWP) supports immigrant families and workers in rural Ohio.
They offer English classes in 23 locations, help with immigration paperwork, and provide legal support for unaccompanied children and families.
IWP also assists with job rights, health access, and support for crime victims. Their programs include college mentorship for high schoolers, leadership training for women through the AMIGAS cooperative, and scholarships for undocumented students in specific counties.
They provide interpretation in Spanish and Mayan languages like Ixil and K’iche’.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/4284):
Community Refugee & Immigration Services (CRIS) offers support to refugees and immigrants in Ohio.
Services include refugee resettlement, employment assistance, English language classes, education programs, case management, and help navigating community resources.
CRIS also provides immigration legal clinics for services such as work permits, naturalization, and asylum, as well as mental health and wellness support, and youth and family programs.
Services are provided free of charge to help individuals and families build stability and independence.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Access to Law Foundation is a nonprofit legal services organization based in Norcross, Georgia, providing legal representation in immigration, family, and criminal defense cases.
Attorneys assist with immigration matters such as family petitions, citizenship, SIJS, DACA, TPS, U-Visa, VAWA, T-Visa, asylum, removal defense, and appeals.
The foundation also supports individuals in divorce, legitimization, and other family law issues.
Services are aimed at people who might otherwise lack legal representation. Must bring proof of income and expenses for every member of the household to qualify for services.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/4289):
Catholic Charities Atlanta provides immigration legal services to low-income individuals and families.
Services relevant to unaccompanied children include asylum applications, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS), T and U visas, and Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) petitions.
The organization also assists with adjustment of status and removal hearings for children and families.
Pro-bono legal support is available for survivors of domestic violence, human trafficking, and other crimes.
Eligibility is limited to individuals who cannot otherwise afford legal assistance.
They also offer English classes, for more info reach out to adulted@ccatlanta.org
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Integrated Legal and Social Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/4291):
Kids in Need of Defense (KIND) provides free legal representation and holistic support to unaccompanied immigrant and refugee children who arrive in the United States without a parent or guardian.
KIND’s attorneys and pro bono partners represent children in immigration court, helping them seek legal protection and relief.
They also offers psychosocial and social service support, including counseling, access to education, and family reunification assistance.
Legal Services:
Representation in immigration court and asylum interviews
Help with applications for Asylum, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS), U/T visas, and green cards
"Know Your Rights" presentations
Social Services:
Referrals for mental health care, medical support, and school enrollment
Help with community integration and trauma-informed care
Counties served: Cherokee, Clayton, Cobb, Dekalb, Fulton, Gwinnett, Hall, Polk.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/4292):
The Latin American Association offers a broad range of services, including legal, financial, educational, health, and senior support.
Their goal is to empower Latino and immigrant communities through integration, stability, and long-term success.
Legal assistance includes consultations and full representation (attorney-led) for
Family petitions, citizenship
Special cases (e.g., domestic violence, asylum, juvenile immigration)
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Advocates for Immigrant Rights (AIR) is a nonprofit organization based in Memphis, Tennessee, dedicated to providing free legal services to immigrants, especially those facing detention or deportation.
They offer representation in immigration court and assist with applications for asylum, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS), T visas, U visas, and Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) petitions.AIR also supports clients with family-based petitions, naturalization, and other immigration matters.
Their services are available to low-income individuals, including unaccompanied children and survivors of violence or trafficking.AIR collaborates with other organizations to ensure comprehensive support for their clients.
Counties covered in TN: Davison, Hamilton, Knox, Rutherford, Sevier, Shelby, Sumner, and Williamson.
Counties covered in AR: Craighead, Crittendon, Faulkner, Independence, and Pulaski.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Community Legal Center (CLC) helps immigrants and families with low income get legal support.
Their immigration team helps with asylum, DACA, green cards, work permits, family petitions, citizenship, TPS, NACARA, and VAWA.
They support youth with Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS) and help with T and U visas for people who have survived crime or trafficking.
They also help with consular processing and removal (deportation) cases. Services are low-cost or free based on income.
Spanish-speaking staff and interpreters are available.
State served: Tennessee, Mississippi, and Arkansas.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Latino Memphis offers legal help to immigrants through its Derechos program. They help with Adjustment of Status, Asylum, Cancellation of Removal, DACA renewals, Family Petitions, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS), U and T visas, TPS, VAWA, and more. They also assist in deportation cases.
New cases are limited each month. The first consultation costs $100, and some services may cost less depending on income.
Staff speak Spanish and interpreters are available.
States served: Arkansas, Tennessee, and Mississippi.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Legal Aid Society helps people with low income who need legal support in 48 counties across Middle Tennessee and the Cumberland Plateau.
They assist with civil legal issues like housing, family law, healthcare, and benefits.
They also help immigrants who have experienced harm, like domestic violence, sexual assault, human trafficking, or torture, through legal pathways such as T visas, U visas, and VAWA petitions.
Their team offers legal advice, direct support, and referrals.
Services are free, and available in English and Spanish. Interpreters can be provided if needed.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Mid-South Immigration Advocates (MIA) in Memphis is a nonprofit immigration law firm that provides free or low-cost legal help to low-income immigrants in Tennessee, northern Mississippi, and Arkansas.
They handle cases like asylum, green cards, citizenship, deportation defense, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status, and visas for survivors of crime, trafficking, or domestic violence.
MIA also offers “Know Your Rights” presentations, consultations, and advocacy with agencies like USCIS and ICE.
They focus on serving vulnerable groups such as unaccompanied minors, survivors, LGBTQ+ immigrants, and people with limited resources.
Services are mainly in English and Spanish.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/4300):
Catholic Charities Diocese of Charlotte offers immigration legal help for people already living in the U.S. Services include help with green card renewals, family petitions, naturalization, DACA renewals, fiancé visas, and refugee status adjustment. Their team is accredited by the U.S. Department of Justice and speaks both English and Spanish.
While they don't offer court representation or asylum support, they provide community workshops and citizenship info sessions.
Youth and families can get support understanding their immigration options and applying for legal benefits.
Their offices in Lenoir, North Wilkesboro, and Winston-Salem operate Wee Care Shoppes provides free infant and toddler clothing and varied supplies to families and children in need.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/4301):
Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Raleigh provides low-cost legal help with immigration.
Services include help with family petitions, work permits, DACA renewals, citizenship, VAWA, U-visas, and Temporary Protected Status (TPS). Staff are trained and approved by the U.S. Department of Justice.
They don’t handle asylum or refugee cases but offer referrals to other organizations.
They also run community education workshops about immigration. Youth and families, especially from immigrant backgrounds, can get legal support to stay together and find stability in the U.S.
Services are open to people in Eastern North Carolina.
Additional information: Fee for initial intake $50; Offer food pantries.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Legal Aid of North Carolina’s Immigration Pathways for Victims(IMMPAV) offers free legal help to immigrants in North Carolina who have experienced domestic violence, sexual assault, or human trafficking.
They assist with applying for U visas, T visas, self-petitions under the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA), green cards, and defending against deportation.
Their team also helps with protective orders, family law issues, housing, and public benefits.
There are no income or immigration status restrictions for survivors seeking help.
They do not offer direct legal representation in court or general removal defense for unaccompanied children.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Legal Aid of North Carolina’s Immigration Pathways for Victims(IMMPAV) offers free legal help to immigrants in North Carolina who have experienced domestic violence, sexual assault, or human trafficking.
They assist with applying for U visas, T visas, self-petitions under the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA), green cards, and defending against deportation.
Their team also helps with protective orders, family law issues, housing, and public benefits.
There are no income or immigration status restrictions for survivors seeking help.
They do not offer direct legal representation in court or general removal defense for unaccompanied children.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
North Carolina Justice Center es una organización sin fines de lucro dedicada a eliminar la pobreza en Carolina del Norte mediante litigio estratégico, defensa de políticas públicas, investigación, alcance comunitario y educación.
A través de su Proyecto de Derechos de Inmigrantes y Refugiados, trabaja para garantizar un trato justo para inmigrantes y refugiados, sin importar su raza, etnia o país de origen.
El NC Justice Center brinda asistencia legal y litigio de alto impacto para proteger y ampliar los derechos de inmigrantes, trabajadores, consumidores y familias de bajos ingresos.
También desarrolla materiales educativos y recursos de “Conozca sus Derechos” en inglés y español, incluyendo información sobre elegibilidad para seguro médico, acceso a programas de nutrición, la regla de carga pública, preparación familiar ante emergencias migratorias y cómo evitar el fraude de notarios.
La información incluida aquí es actual y precisa según nuestro mejor conocimiento. Comuníquese con ImportaMi via e-mail en info.importami@rescue.org si tiene alguna pregunta o corrección.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/4319):
The U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants(USCRI) helps unaccompanied children who are in immigration court.
They can help children apply for protections like asylum or Special Immigrant Juvenile Status and, in some cases, provide a lawyer or connect families to trusted legal partners.
Most services for children are free or very low-cost, and any fees depend on what the family can afford.
USCRI also offers non-legal support for children and families, including help after a child is released from federal custody, support with school enrollment, referrals to medical and mental health care, and connections to local community resources.
Services may vary depending on funding and availability, so families should contact the local USCRI office to ask what help is currently offered.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/4321):
Catholic Charities Boston (CCAB) offers immigration legal services to newcomers, including legal consultations and assistance with immigration benefits such as political asylum, naturalization, and family reunification.
CCAB is currently unable to accept new legal cases but provides referral lists to other options in the area upon request.
Additionally, their Immigration Court Helpdesk offers free assistance and legal information to unrepresented individuals in removal proceedings at the Boston Immigration Court.
Language capacity: Spanish, Russian, Armenian, Mandarin, Vietnamese, Creole, and French.
State served: Massachusetts
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/4323):
The Immigration Law Education and Advocacy Project of Catholic Charities in Fall River offers free or low-cost immigration legal services and community education for immigrants and refugees in Southeastern Massachusetts.
ILEAP helps with family-based green cards, citizenship and naturalization, asylum, Temporary Protected Status (TPS), DACA, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status, and other immigration applications.
The program also provides legal representation, helps prepare forms, and may accompany clients to court or government interviews.
ILEAP does not focus on removal defense.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services ](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/4324):
Community Action Committee of Cape Cod & Islands, Inc. (CACCI) offers services for low-income individuals and families, including help accessing public health insurance and care, childcare subsidies, immigration services, emergency shelter, SNAP benefits assistance, and free tax preparation during tax season.
CACCI also provides holiday assistance programs in November and December and connects people with community resources that support economic stability and basic needs.
Services are delivered using culturally and linguistically appropriate methods and may extend beyond Cape Cod, Nantucket, and Martha’s Vineyard depending on the program.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Central West Justice Center is a subsidiary of Community Legal Aid and offers free legal consultations and limited representation to low-income residents of Central and Western Massachusetts seeking humanitarian immigration relief.
Services include assistance with Violence Against Women Act petitions, U visas for crime victims, T visas for trafficking victims, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status for abused or neglected children, asylum applications, and Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA).
They also provides community education on immigration law topics
Language capacity: Spanish; Portuguese; other languages through interpretation services
Counties served: Berkshire, Franklin, Hampden, Hampshire, and Worcester.
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Central West Justice Center is a subsidiary of Community Legal Aid and offers free legal consultations and limited representation to low-income residents of Central and Western Massachusetts seeking humanitarian immigration relief.
Services include assistance with Violence Against Women Act petitions, U visas for crime victims, T visas for trafficking victims, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status for abused or neglected children, asylum applications, and Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA).
They also provides community education on immigration law topics
Language capacity: Spanish; Portuguese; other languages through interpretation services
Counties served: Berkshire, Franklin, Hampden, Hampshire, and Worcester.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
De Novo provides free civil legal assistance to low-income individuals in Greater Boston and to immigrants and asylum seekers statewide.
Services include housing and homelessness prevention, family law/domestic violence, immigration law, and disability benefits. They also offer free legal services to crime victims regardless of income.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
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East Boston Community Council (EBCC) provides free or low-cost services for immigrants in Boston, MA.
They help with immigration paperwork like work permits, green cards, citizenship, asylum, TPS, family petitions, DACA, and NACARA.
They offer help filling out forms, filing with USCIS, and representing people before the Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA). EBCC also runs youth programs with after-school help, summer activities, leadership training, and university access campaigns.
Adults can take English classes, citizenship classes, and computer skills workshops. EBCC also offers case management, mental health counseling, and voter education.
Services are available to people with and without legal status.
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Catholic Charities of Baton Rouge - Immigration Legal Services provides affordable immigration legal services for immigrants and their families in Louisiana.
They assist with family-based petitions, citizenship and naturalization, green card applications, work permits, DACA, TPS, asylum, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS), U visas, and VAWA cases. They also offer Know Your Rights education, legal consultations, and referrals to community resources.
While they help with many immigration applications before USCIS, they are not currently accepting detained cases or active immigration court cases.
Services are available in English and Spanish.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Gulf Coast Center for Law & Policy (GCCLP), based in Louisiana, offers free or low-cost immigration legal services, especially for immigrants affected by climate disasters or facing humanitarian crises. They help with asylum, deportation defense, family petitions, DACA, TPS, U-visas, T-visas, SIJS, naturalization, and work permits.
They represent both detained and non-detained immigrants and offer services in multiple languages, including Spanish, French, Haitian Creole, and Vietnamese.
They also provide Know Your Rights workshops, disaster recovery legal aid, and community education.
They serve residents of the Gulf Coast in immigration matters, including TX, LA, MS, AL, and FL.
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Acculturation for Justice, Access, and Peace Outreach (AJAPO) is a refugee resettlement agency in Pittsburgh affiliated with the Ethiopian Community Development Council and funded by the U.S. Department of State.
It provides reception and placement, cultural orientation, housing, ESL classes, employment placement, and case management for refugees and immigrants.
AJAPO is also offers immigration legal services such as adjustment of status, citizenship, and family petitions, but it does not provide removal or deportation defense.
Additional programs include youth development, leadership and life skills training, micro-enterprise support, and interpretation services.
County served: Allegheny.
Languages spoken: Arabic, English, French, Pashto, Spanish, Yoruba.
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- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/4340):
Catholic Charities Diocese of Allentown (CCDA) provides immigration legal services for eligible individuals and families, including assistance with family-based petitions, legal status adjustments, and citizenship applications.
CCDA offers consultations and application support to help clients navigate immigration processes. Immigration services are coordinated across the agency and may be accessed through any CCDA location.
CCDA also offers additional programs that vary by location, including basic-needs assistance, pregnancy and parenting support, financial and housing stability services, food pantries and community meals, counseling, veteran family support, ombudsman services, and senior programming.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/4341):
Catholic Charities of Philadelphia’s Immigration Legal Services provides low-cost immigration assistance, including naturalization and citizenship applications, family-based petitions, adjustment of status, consular processing, waivers, employment and travel authorization, green card renewal or replacement, Temporary Protected Status (TPS), Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA), religious worker visas, U and T visas, VAWA relief, and asylum.
The office also represents clients before the Immigration Court and the Board of Immigration Appeals. Walk-ins are not accepted, and detention cases are not handled.
Other services available through Catholic Charities of Philadelphia include food assistance, housing and shelter support, programs for at-risk children and youth, senior center activities, and services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Christian Immigration Advocacy Center (CIAC) provides low-cost immigration legal services for immigrants and refugees with limited financial resources.
Services include assistance with green card applications and renewals, naturalization and citizenship evidence, travel and work authorization documents, petitions for relatives, consular processing, refugee family reunification, removal of conditions, and responses to Requests for Evidence.
CIAC offers free intake appointments, low-cost consultations, sliding-scale legal fees, and free interpretation for many languages. The organization does not currently offer affirmative asylum or removal defense services.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
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Church World Service Lancaster provides free and low-cost immigration legal representation for unaccompanied children, refugees, immigrants, and asylum-seekers.
Services include legal counseling, family- and humanitarian-based immigration support, Know Your Rights orientations, legal screenings, court preparation, and representation by attorneys and DOJ-accredited staff.
They also offer legal assistance specifically for unaccompanied immigrant children facing deportation.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Equal Access Legal Services is a nonprofit law firm offering affordable immigration legal services to low- and middle-income individuals and families.
Their services include removal and deportation defense, green card and asylum applications, naturalization and citizenship assistance, and more.
They operate on a sliding fee scale ranging from $50 to $170 per hour, depending on income and family size, with an initial consultation fee of $75 ($85 if conducted in Spanish).
Although based in Philadelphia, they also represent clients in Newark and Elizabeth, New Jersey.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The Immigrant Youth Advocacy Program in Pennsylvania gives free legal help to children and young people who came to the U.S. alone.
Lawyers provide defense in immigration court. They also help apply for protections like Special Immigrant Juvenile Status, asylum, or visas for victims of crime or trafficking.
The program works with schools, foster care, and child welfare agencies, and offers “Know Your Rights” sessions.
To get help you can call (215) 832-0900 on Wednesdays from 9:30am to 12pm or Thursdays from 2pm to 4:30pm.
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- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/4346):
International Service Center (ISC) provides immigration guidance through DOJ-accredited representatives on a cost-reimbursement basis.
Services include help completing USCIS forms such as applications for naturalization, permanent residence, employment authorization, family petitions, travel documents, replacement cards, and other form-based processes.
ISC also provides translation, certification, and notarization of documents needed for these applications.
They do not offer removal defense or representation in immigration court.
ISC also operates non-legal programs, including social services, emergency food assistance, information and referral, counseling, interpretation, language support, community development initiatives, and missions-related activities.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The Law Offices of Dizengoff and Yost provide a wide range of immigration services, including deportation defense, adjustment of status, asylum applications, Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA), employment authorization, and both immigrant and non-immigrant employment-based petitions. They also handle family-based petitions, naturalization and citizenship applications, removal hearings, and Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS) cases. Additional services include assistance with T visas, U visas, Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) petitions, and Temporary Protected Status (TPS). With affordable fees and a free consultation, the firm is dedicated to providing accessible and effective legal support for immigration needs.
Counties served: Philadelphia
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- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/4349):
Catholic Charities of South Carolina gives low-cost legal help to immigrants.
They can help with green card applications, family petitions, citizenship, DACA, and TPS. They also help people who have been hurt by crime through U visas or the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA).
They don’t handle asylum cases or deportation (removal) defense.
You must live in South Carolina and make an appointment.
Some fees apply, based on your income.
Services are offered in English and Spanish.
Additional Information: They offer dental and wellbeing services, food banks and referrals.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Greater Chicago Legal Clinic offers affordable civil legal services to underrepresented individuals and families in Greater Chicago.
Services include family law (divorce, parenting plans, child custody), Orders of Protection and domestic violence cases, family-based immigration (petitions, adjustments, naturalization, fiancé(e) visas, VAWA, U visas, and deportation defense), Social Security Disability and SSI appeals, consumer representation, criminal record expungement and sealing, eviction defense, foreclosure advice, real estate matters, and environmental law advocacy.
Many services are free, while others use a sliding-scale fee based on income. Applications are accepted through a 24-hour intake line or online.
Counties served: Cook and Du Page.
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Erie Neighborhood House ofrece servicios comunitarios que incluyen educación para la primera infancia, programas después de la escuela, clases de inglés como segundo idioma (ESL), capacitación laboral, asistencia con ciudadanía e inmigración, y programas de apoyo familiar.
Los servicios incluyen mentoría juvenil, tutoría y programas que apoyan la salud y el bienestar.
También cuenta con un equipo de abogados y representantes acreditados que ayudan con asilo, defensa contra la deportación, solicitudes de residencia permanente (green card), peticiones familiares y Estatus Especial de Inmigrante Juvenil (SIJS).
Además, apoyan casos de visas U, VAWA y visas T cuando es elegible. Atienden en el condado de Cook
Counties served: Cook
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Hispanic American Community Education Services (HACES) provides affordable immigration legal services in Lake County, IL through DOJ-accredited representatives.
They assist with family-based petitions, adjustment of status, consular processing, green card applications, naturalization, TPS, and DACA.
Services support immigrants seeking lawful status or family reunification.
HACES also offers health access and education services, including Medicaid/All Kids application help, dental and vision access, behavioral health referrals, and bilingual wellness workshops.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Northern Illinois Justice for Our Neighbors (NIJFON) offers free immigration legal help to low-income people in Northern Illinois.
They help with DACA, asylum, green card applications, naturalization, and visas for victims of crimes, trafficking, or abuse (like U visas, T visas, and VAWA).
They also help young people apply for Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS). Services are offered by appointment at several clinic locations.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The National Immigrant Justice Center (NIJC) provides free or low-cost legal help to immigrants, including minors, and their sponsors.
They assist with asylum for people fearing persecution in their home countries, T Visas for victims of human trafficking, and Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS) for minors who have been abused, neglected, or abandoned by one or both parents.
NIJC also helps with adjustment of status to apply for lawful permanent residence, naturalization assistance for those applying for U.S. citizenship, and deportation defense for individuals facing removal from the U.S.
Services are available to low-income individuals and families, typically those at or below 200% of the federal poverty line.
Specific eligibility criteria may vary depending on the service
Phone consultations are provided via the ICH Hotline by texting (312) 660-1328.
State served: Illinois, Indiana, and Wisconsin.
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- [Community Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/4360):
The Spanish Community Center in Joliet, IL, offers various services beneficial to immigrant families and their sponsors. Their DOJ-accredited immigration services include assistance with VAWA, U visas, adjustment of status, and naturalization.
The Immigrant Family Resource Program helps with applications for Medicaid, SNAP, TANF, WIC, and provides translation services. The Early Care & Education program offers bilingual childcare for children aged 2–5 from low-income families.
The Family Advocacy Center supports families in preserving or reunifying with their children through counseling and referrals.
The Food Pantry provides free groceries every Tuesday without requiring ID or proof of income.
Housing Advocacy assists families in securing safe housing to prevent child placement in care.
All services are available in English and Spanish.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The Immigration Project provides free and low-cost legal immigration services to individuals and families in Illinois.
Services include assistance with family-based petitions, citizenship applications, U visas, T visas, Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) petitions, asylum applications, and green card renewals.
The organization also offers Know Your Rights education and legal representation before immigration agencies and courts.
Consultations are available by appointment only.
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The Resurrection Project (TRP) provides a variety of immigration legal services for youth under 18 and their sponsors.
They offer help with deportation defense to protect against removal, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS) for minors who have been abused, neglected, or abandoned, U Visas for victims of serious crimes, and VAWA petitions for those abused by a family member with lawful immigration status.
TRP also assists with asylum applications for those fleeing persecution, adjustment of status to become a permanent resident, DACA applications for youth who came to the U.S. as children, and naturalization assistance for eligible sponsors.
They provide legal screenings and consultations to determine the best path for immigration relief and offer community education through Know Your Rights trainings and leadership programs.
TRP also runs workshops to help with work authorization and Temporary Protected Status applications, and they support families in navigating the U.S. immigration system.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Adjustment of Status, Asylum applications, Consular Processing, Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA), Employment authorization, Family-based petitions, NACARA, Naturalization/Citizenship, Removal hearings, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status, T visas, Temporary Protected Status (TPS), U visas, Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) petitions
Counties served: Fairfield
Languages spoken: English, Spanish, French, Haitian Creole
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Connecticut Institute for Refugees and Immigrants (CIRI) offers low-cost or free immigration legal services across Connecticut, including:
Legal aid for unaccompanied minors and trafficking survivors
Special visas: U-visas, T-visas, VAWA, SIJS
Family petitions, green cards, and naturalization
Asylum applications and deportation defense
DACA renewals, TPS, and citizenship help
They also provide "Know Your Rights" workshops, citizenship classes, and referrals for social services.
CIRI provides specialized services for unaccompanied children through its Project Rescue program.
Offices are located in Bridgeport, Stamford, Hartford, and New Haven.
Languages spoken: Spanish,English, French, and Portuguese.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Connecticut Institute for Refugees and Immigrants (CIRI) offers low-cost or free immigration legal services across Connecticut, including:
Family petitions, green cards, and naturalization
Asylum applications and deportation defense
DACA renewals, TPS, and citizenship help
Special visas: U-visas, T-visas, VAWA, SIJS
Legal aid for unaccompanied minors and trafficking survivors
They also provide "Know Your Rights" workshops, citizenship classes, and referrals for social services.
CIRI provides specialized services for unaccompanied children through its Project Rescue program.
Offices are located in Bridgeport, Stamford, Hartford, and New Haven.
Languages spoken: Spanish,English, French, and Portuguese.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Languages spoken: Spanish,English, French, and Portuguese.
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- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/4369):
Connecticut Legal Services (CLS) offers immigration legal assistance to low-income individuals, with a focus on vulnerable populations such as undocumented minors.
One of their key services is (SIJS). They assist in obtaining necessary probate court decrees, applying for SIJS green cards, and representing clients in immigration court when needed.
Their immigration services are part of a broader mission to provide civil legal help to those in need across Connecticut.
Counties served: All counties in the state of Connecticut.
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Catholic Charities of Fort Wayne–South Bend provides low-cost immigration legal services for immigrants seeking to adjust their immigration status.
Services include assistance with USCIS applications, consular processing, DACA, citizenship and naturalization applications, and other immigration forms. They don’t handle asylum or removal/deportation defense, just status adjustments and filings.
They also offer Know Your Rights presentations and citizenship classes. Their services primarily focus on cases before USCIS and certain administrative appeals rather than immigration court representation.
In addition to immigration services, they provide refugee and migrant support, case management, food assistance, housing services, employment support, counseling and mental health services, support for pregnant women and families, services for older adults, and other community programs designed to promote stability and well-being.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Hispanic Connection of Southern Indiana offers a range of immigration legal services. These include help with adjustment of status, asylum applications, DACA, consular processing, work permits, family-based petitions, TPS, U visas, and naturalization.
They assist with filling out immigration forms, filing applications with USCIS, and representing clients in some cases like asylum and BIA appeals.
Although they don’t have attorneys on staff, they are recognized by the Board of Immigration Appeals and have accredited representatives and paralegals.
They also offer additional support like citizenship classes, ESL classes, Know Your Rights presentations, translation of official documents, and referrals for social and health services.
Services are mostly low-cost or grant-funded, and they provide interpretation in English and Spanish.
Appointments are encouraged, but drop-ins are accepted.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Indiana Legal Services – Immigrants' and Language Rights Center provides free legal assistance to low-income immigrants across Indiana. Their services include:
Removal defense in immigration court (deportation proceedings)
Help with asylum, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS), U visas, VAWA, DACA, TPS, and naturalization
Legal support for unaccompanied minors and immigrant survivors of violence or trafficking
Language access advocacy and services for Limited English Proficient (LEP) individuals
They prioritize serving vulnerable immigrants who face barriers to accessing justice due to language or legal status.
Languages spoken: English, French, Spanish.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Lafayette Urban Ministry Immigration Clinic offers free or low-cost legal immigration services to low-income immigrants in Lafayette, Indiana, and nearby counties. Their services include help with green cards, work permits, DACA renewals, family petitions, naturalization, asylum applications, TPS, U visas, VAWA, and other humanitarian relief.
They assist with USCIS filings, interview preparation, and consular processing. However, they do not provide removal (deportation) defense or representation in immigration court.
For removal defense, clients are referred to other legal organizations such as Mariposa Legal or the National Immigrant Justice Center.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Mariposa Legal offers free and low-cost immigration legal services for people detained in ICE custody, especially Indiana residents.
They provide legal consultations, helps request bond or humanitarian parole, and represents detained individuals in immigration court and before the Board of Immigration Appeals.
Services may include defense in deportation proceedings, asylum, cancellation of removal, and other immigration relief.
Mariposa Legal also provides know-your-rights information and works with detained individuals and their families during immigration cases.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.or with any questions or corrections.
The National Immigrant Justice Center (NIJC) provides free or low-cost legal help to immigrants, including minors, and their sponsors.
They assist with asylum for people fearing persecution in their home countries, T Visas for victims of human trafficking, and Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS) for minors who have been abused, neglected, or abandoned by one or both parents.
NIJC also helps with adjustment of status to apply for lawful permanent residence, naturalization assistance for those applying for U.S. citizenship, and deportation defense for individuals facing removal from the U.S.
Services are available to low-income individuals and families, typically those at or below 200% of the federal poverty line. Specific eligibility criteria may vary depending on the service.
Phone consultations are provided via the ICH Hotline by texting (312) 660-1328.
State served: Illinois, Indiana, and Wisconsin.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.or with any questions or corrections.
The National Immigrant Justice Center (NIJC) provides free or low-cost legal help to immigrants, including minors, and their sponsors.
They assist with asylum for people fearing persecution in their home countries, T Visas for victims of human trafficking, and Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS) for minors who have been abused, neglected, or abandoned by one or both parents.
NIJC also helps with adjustment of status to apply for lawful permanent residence, naturalization assistance for those applying for U.S. citizenship, and deportation defense for individuals facing removal from the U.S.
Services are available to low-income individuals and families, typically those at or below 200% of the federal poverty line. Specific eligibility criteria may vary depending on the service.
Phone consultations are provided via the ICH Hotline by texting (312) 660-1328.
State served: Illinois, Indiana, and Wisconsin.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The Welcome Network offers immigration legal consultations to help individuals understand their legal options and begin the next steps.
Services include family reunification, adjustment of status, VAWA, DACA, citizenship services, U visas, asylum, and translation.
The organization also provides resettlement support, crisis response, and temporary housing in partnership with local churches and volunteers.
They serve immigrants and refugees throughout South Chicago and Northwest Indiana.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
University of Arkansas Law School Legal Clinic offers free legal services through multiple law school clinics that serve the Northwest Arkansas community.
Although they do not provide deportation defense or specific legal assistance for unaccompanied minors, they do offer clinics on Immigration and Human Trafficking, among others.
Services vary by clinic and may include civil matters, criminal defense for certain charges, immigration-related assistance, advocacy projects related to human trafficking, and transactional or regulatory support for small businesses and organizations.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
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Catholic Charities of Central Colorado provides immigration legal services to low-income individuals and families in Colorado Springs, Castle Rock, and surrounding areas in Colorado.
They offer legal support for removal defense, asylum, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS), U.S. citizenship, permanent residency, family-based petitions, VAWA self-petitions for domestic violence survivors, consular processing, record renewals (such as work authorization and DACA renewal), visas for crime and trafficking victims (U and T visas), and Temporary Protected Status (TPS) applications.
Legal help is offered on a sliding-fee scale or at low cost for eligible clients. Services are offered in English and Spanish, including “Know Your Rights” presentations.
In addition to immigration legal help, they provide food, clothing, and rent assistance, employment and financial guidance, meals and housing support for people experiencing homelessness, parenting resources for mothers, and programs for seniors and children.
Counties Covered in Colorado Springs: Chaffee, Cheyenne, El Paso, Kit Carson, Lake, Lincoln, and Teller
Counties Covered in Castle Rock: Elbert, Douglas, and Park
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Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Denver offers a range of legal immigration services to individuals throughout Colorado and Wyoming. Their services include:
Deportation defense
Consultations to assess immigration options and eligibility
Family-based immigration petitions (e.g., green cards through relatives)
Naturalization and citizenship applications
Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) renewals
Temporary Protected Status (TPS) applications
Work permit applications
Refugee and asylee services, including adjustment of status Support with affidavits of support and waivers.
They prioritize low-income individuals and offer services on a sliding fee scale with bilingual staff available and an initial $35 consultation fee.
Additional support includes legal clinics, counseling, early childhood education, housing, food assistance, diapers, kinship and family support, senior services, and emergency financial aid.
Offices located in: Denver, Fort Collins, and Glenwood Springs.
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Catholic Charities of Southern Colorado (CCSoCo) offers accredited immigration legal services and other social support throughout Colorado.
While their services do not include removal defense or legal assistance specific for unaccompanied minors, their immigration program assists with:
Family Visa Petition (I-130 Process)
Permanent Resident Card Renewal (I-90 process)
Adjustment of status
Freedom of Information Act (FOIA)
Undocumented Colorado Drivers License information
U non-immigrant status
Violence Against Women Act (VAWA)
Provisional unlawful presence waivers
Citizenship classes
They also have programs to support families with housing stability, parenting education, food access, and employment opportunities.
Counties served: Mesa, Delta, Montrose, Ouray, San Miguel, Dolores, San Juan, Montezuma, La Plata, Hinsdale, Mineral, Rio Grande, Saguache, Archuleta, Gunnison, Conejos, Costilla, Alamosa, Huerfano, Custer, Fremont, Las Animas, Pueblo, Crowley, Otero, Bent, Baca, Prowers, Kiowa.
Information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Integrated Legal and Social Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/4388):
Rocky Mountain Immigrant Advocacy Network (RMIAN) provides free immigration legal representation and social support for low-income immigrants, adults, and children across Colorado.
The Children’s Program offers free legal representation to immigrant children in removal proceedings and those eligible for Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA).
It assists children and families who have experienced abuse, neglect, abandonment, trafficking, or violence, providing direct representation or legal referrals.
Services are available by phone only visits without an appointment aren’t accepted.
The program also delivers Know-Your-Rights presentations, legal intakes, guidance on judicial processes and forms of relief, including help with Change of Address and Change of Venue.
RMIAN's Social Service Project offers holistic support including case-management and trauma-informed services to vulnerable adults and children navigating detention or removal processes.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Social Services - Casa Alitas](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/4390):
Catholic Community Services of Southern Arizona (CCS) offers a range of social services to meet the needs of vulnerable populations in Southern Arizona.
Casa Alitas is CCS's response to the needs of migrant families and individuals arriving in Arizona. Services include:
Shelter and hospitality: Temporary shelter, food, clothing, and basic care for migrants, especially those seeking asylum.
Case management and resources: Connecting migrants with travel assistance, legal resources, and family reunification services.
Medical and wellness support: Basic healthcare and wellness services, including COVID-19 testing and medical triage.
Community partnerships: Collaborating with local organizations and volunteers to meet immediate needs and provide a supportive environment.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Florence Immigrant & Refugee Rights Project (FIRRP) is a nonprofit organization that provides free legal and social services to adults and children detained in Arizona.
Its Children’s Program supports immigrant youth by connecting them with pro bono attorneys for legal representation.
The program assists with asylum, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS), and U and T Visas for victims of crime or trafficking.
FIRRP also represents detained adults and offers legal screenings, “Know Your Rights” presentations, and advocacy and education on immigration issues. All services are free of charge.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Florence Immigrant & Refugee Rights Project (FIRRP) is a nonprofit organization that provides free legal and social services to adults and children detained in Arizona.
Its Children’s Program supports immigrant youth by connecting them with pro bono attorneys for legal representation.
The program assists with asylum, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS), and U and T Visas for victims of crime or trafficking.
FIRRP also represents detained adults and offers legal screenings, “Know Your Rights” presentations, and advocacy and education on immigration issues. All services are free of charge.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Southern Arizona Legal Aid (SALA) is a nonprofit law firm offering free legal help to low-income individuals in southern and southeastern Arizona.
They provide legal counseling and advice, limited assistance such as help completing legal documents, self-help classes and clinics, referrals to pro bono attorneys, and representation in court.
Their immigration services focus on helping clients with cases involving domestic violence, sexual assault, or other crimes.
SALA has offices in Tucson, Casa Grande, Sacaton, Sierra Vista, Show Low, and Fort Apache.
Counties served: Apache, Cochise, Gila, Graham, Greenlee, Pima, Pinal, and Santa Cruz.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/4395):
Catholic Charities of Eastern Oklahoma (Tulsa) provides immigration legal services for low-income immigrants, including assistance with citizenship and naturalization, green card applications and renewals, family-based petitions, work permits, adjustment of status, and certain humanitarian cases such as VAWA, T visas, and U visas.
They primarily support applications and petitions before USCIS and generally do not provide deportation defense or representation in immigration court.
In addition to immigration services, they offer refugee resettlement support, case management, food assistance, emergency financial aid, housing and utility assistance, employment support, financial education, and other wraparound services aimed at supporting individuals and families in crisis and helping them achieve stability.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/4400):
Kentucky Refugee Ministries in Lexington provides immigration legal services to refugees, asylees, parolees, and other immigrants, regardless of their immigration status.
Their services include help with family-based petitions, adjustment of status, green card applications, citizenship and naturalization, asylum cases, DACA, U visas, T visas, VAWA cases, employment authorization, travel documents, and waivers. They also represent clients in immigration court and before USCIS.
Services are fee-based, and wait times for new appointments can be long. They also offer citizenship preparation classes in various locations in Louisville.
To request legal help, people can call or email the office and will be contacted by a paralegal, usually within a few days, depending on availability.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/4401):
Kentucky Refugee Ministries offers refugee resettlement and integration support, including case management, job development and placement, English classes, health and mental health support, family and youth services, and cultural orientation.
They also provide immigration legal services such as citizenship, permanent residency, family reunification, asylum, and humanitarian cases, along with citizenship preparation classes.
Services are available to refugees and other immigrants and may continue for several years after arrival.
Some immigration legal services may include fees, and availability may depend on waitlists.
They do not handle cases of removal defense in immigration court.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Immigrant Law Center of Minnesota offers free or low-cost legal help to immigrants and refugees, including assistance with green cards, citizenship, DACA, family petitions, asylum, deportation defense, and other immigration matters.
They also provide community education, advocacy for immigrant rights, and support for immigrant entrepreneurs and workers.
Services are available in multiple languages.
ILCM has other offices in Minnesota and North Dakota (Worthington, Austin, Moorhead, Fargo), and they all use the same toll-free intake line: 1‑800‑223‑1368.
Intake line hours
Monday: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Tuesday: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Thursday: 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Immigrant Law Center of Minnesota offers free or low-cost legal help to immigrants and refugees, including assistance with green cards, citizenship, DACA, family petitions, asylum, deportation defense, and other immigration matters.
They also provide community education, advocacy for immigrant rights, and support for immigrant entrepreneurs and workers.
Services are available in multiple languages.
ILCM has other offices in Minnesota and North Dakota (Worthington, Austin, Moorhead, Fargo), and they all use the same toll-free intake line: 1‑800‑223‑1368.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Mid-Minnesota Legal Aid provides free immigration legal services to low-income individuals and vulnerable populations across Minnesota. Their Immigration Law Project helps with citizenship, green cards, DACA, TPS, asylum, U/T visas, VAWA petitions, and removal defense. They assist survivors of abuse, trafficking, and people with medical or mental health needs. Services are offered through offices in Minneapolis, St. Cloud, and Willmar, as well as clinics and outreach programs. Staff speak multiple languages, and interpreters are available. All services are confidential, and no information is shared with immigration authorities. Help is available by phone, online, or at in-person legal clinics.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/4406):
Southern Minnesota Regional Legal Services (SMRLS) offers free legal help to immigrants and refugees, including assistance with asylum, citizenship, TPS, family petitions, and protection for survivors of trafficking or violence.
The Immigration Law Project also helps unaccompanied children and individuals seeking lawful permanent residence.
Beyond immigration, SMRLS provides legal services in family law, housing, education, and public benefits, focusing on protecting safety, shelter, and economic stability.
Services are free for eligible low-income clients across southern Minnesota.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The Advocates for Human Rights offers free immigration legal help for youth under 18 in Minnesota, North Dakota, and South Dakota who arrive without parents and their eligible sponsors.
Services include deportation defense (help in immigration court), asylum (for those fleeing danger), Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (for minors abused, neglected, or abandoned by parents), U visas (for crime victims), T visas (for trafficking survivors), and VAWA relief (for victims of family violence by a parent with legal status).
They help clients understand their rights, prepare applications, and refer to other free or low-cost attorneys when needed.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Legal Aid of Western Missouri provides free legal services to low-income immigrants.
Their immigration services include help with naturalization, green cards, family petitions, humanitarian relief (like U visas, VAWA, and SIJS), and removal defense for those facing deportation.
They may also assist with DACA and asylum applications, depending on the case.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Legal Services of Eastern Missouri provides free immigration legal assistance for individuals and families. Services include help with asylum, Temporary Protected Status (TPS), family petitions, naturalization, adjustment of status, U visas for victims of crime, T visas for trafficking survivors, and Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) self-petitions.
Representation is offered before immigration courts and U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS).
The organization supports people seeking lawful status or protection through immigration relief programs and legal representation.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
St. Francis Community Services' Catholic Immigration Law Project Catholic Legal Assistance Ministry (CLAM) in St. Louis provides free or low-cost immigration legal help for children and families with limited income. They assist with deportation defense (help in immigration court), asylum (for those fleeing harm), adjustment of status (to become permanent residents), and naturalization (for eligible immigrants).
They also help victims of crime or domestic violence apply for protection, such as U visas or VAWA. CLAM can support with guardianship cases for minors and offers Know Your Rights education.
Services are for low-income individuals in the St. Louis region.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Services and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/4412):
Catholic Charities of Omaha offers legal services for immigrants, including help with removal defense, asylum, family petitions, green card renewals, citizenship, work permits, and Special Immigrant Juvenile Status.
They also offer other services beyond immigration help, including food assistance through pantries and deliveries, emergency shelter and support for survivors of domestic violence, mental health counseling for individuals and families, among others.
Services are available in English and Spanish. They provide interpretation for other languages if needed.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Immigrant Legal Center, an affiliate of the Justice for our Neighbors Network, offers immigration legal services to low-income immigrants in Nebraska and southwest Iowa.
The organization provides help with applications such as asylum, DACA, TPS, visas, and citizenship, as well as assistance completing forms, filing applications, and representation in immigration court and appeals.
It also operates a legal assistance hotline to connect individuals with appropriate services and offers community education on immigration issues.
Services are provided by licensed attorneys and accredited representatives.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Integrated Legal and Social Services ](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/4416):
Lutheran Family Services provides affordable, accredited immigration legal support to refugees, immigrants, and asylees.
Their staff includes DOJ-accredited specialists and an immigration attorney for deportation/removal defense.
Services cover: family-based petitions, permanent residency, citizenship, travel documents, NACARA (Nicaraguan and Central American relief), Temporary Protected Status (TPS), and Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) cases.
They assist with applications through interviews, including at USCIS naturalization interviews.
They also offer wrap-around support such as case management, help with housing and basic needs, cultural orientation, and services for trafficking survivors.
Offices are located in Omaha and Grand Island, with sliding-scale fees and multilingual support.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Community Legal Aid Society offers free legal assistance to immigrant victims of crime, trafficking, or domestic violence, as well as to abused, abandoned, or neglected immigrant children and youth.
Their services include help with citizenship applications, green card or Temporary Protected Status renewals, and Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA).
Eligibility is generally for individuals with incomes not exceeding 125% of the federal poverty guidelines, though exceptions may apply.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Community Legal Aid Society offers free legal assistance to immigrant victims of crime, trafficking, or domestic violence, as well as to abused, abandoned, or neglected immigrant children and youth.
Their services include help with citizenship applications, green card or Temporary Protected Status renewals, and Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA).
Eligibility is generally for individuals with incomes not exceeding 125% of the federal poverty guidelines, though exceptions may apply.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Community Legal Aid Society offers free legal assistance to immigrant victims of crime, trafficking, or domestic violence, as well as to abused, abandoned, or neglected immigrant children and youth.
Their services include help with citizenship applications, green card or Temporary Protected Status renewals, and Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA).
Eligibility is generally for individuals with incomes not exceeding 125% of the federal poverty guidelines, though exceptions may apply.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/4422):
Diocese of Providence - Office of Immigrants and Refugees offers immigration legal services and refugee resettlement support.
The office helps individuals and families with applications such as family petitions, green cards, naturalization, work permits, TPS, and DACA, and provides accredited representation before USCIS.
It also offers citizenship classes and case management for refugee resettlement.
Services may include help completing forms, consultations, and referrals, with support available in multiple languages, including Spanish.
Fees may apply but are adjusted based on income.
This provider does not focus on removal defense.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/4423):
Dorcas International Institute of Rhode Island (DIIRI) provides legal services to unaccompanied migrant children through its Citizenship & Immigration program and related case management services.
The organization offers immigration legal representation and assistance with asylum applications, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS), adjustment of status (green card applications), removal defense in immigration court, work authorization, and other humanitarian protections such as U visas and T visas.
In addition to direct legal services, Dorcas helps connect children and their sponsors to education, healthcare, and pro bono or low-cost legal resources to support long-term immigration stability.
Counties served in Rhode Island: Providence, Bristol, Kent, Newport, and Washington County.
Counties served in Massachusetts: Bristol, Norfolk, Suffolk, and Worchester.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Community Support Services ](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/4424):
Sojourner House offers temporary shelter, supportive housing, rental assistance, advocacy, counseling, support groups, housing support, sexual health advocacy, school-based advocacy, and help accessing public benefits for survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, stalking, and human trafficking.
Sojourner House also provides referrals for legal, housing, and mental health services, crisis intervention, safety planning, and programs for youth and mothers.
Services are free and available in English and Spanish, with interpretation available upon request.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/4425):
Freedom House Detroit offers temporary shelter and comprehensive support services for individuals seeking asylum.
Services include housing, legal assistance with immigration cases, access to medical and mental health care, and support with basic needs such as food, clothing, and hygiene.
They also help residents prepare for employment and transition to independent living.
Freedom House Detroit does not focus on removal defense.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Immigration Law & Justice Michigan provides free, high-quality immigration legal services to low-income immigrants (at or below 200% of the federal poverty level) across Michigan.
Attorneys provide all available options and risks so clients can make informed decisions. If no legal pathway exists, staff clearly explain why representation is not possible.
ILJMI offers representation in humanitarian and family-based immigration matters, including asylum, refugee green cards, T visas, U visas, VAWA petitions, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status, Temporary Protected Status (TPS), adjustment of status (green cards), citizenship and naturalization, DACA, family petitions, consular processing, and replacement of lost immigration documents.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Immigration Law & Justice Michigan provides free immigration legal services to low-income immigrants (at or below 200% of the federal poverty level) across Michigan.
Attorneys provide all available options and risks so clients can make informed decisions. If no legal pathway exists, staff clearly explain why representation is not possible.
ILJMI offers representation in humanitarian and family-based immigration matters, including asylum, refugee green cards, T visas, U visas, VAWA petitions, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status, Temporary Protected Status (TPS), adjustment of status (green cards), citizenship and naturalization, DACA, family petitions, consular processing, and replacement of lost immigration documents.
IJL has several locations throughout Michigan in Grand Rapids, Kalamazoo, Metro Detroit, and Traverse City.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Lighthouse Immigrant Advocates (LIA) is a nonprofit immigration legal services and advocacy organization serving West Michigan since 2015
They offer low-cost immigration legal services, including consultations, renewals (DACA, TPS, work permits, green cards), adjustment of status, family petitions, citizenship and naturalization, asylum (affirmative and defensive), VAWA, U visas, waivers, travel permits, and document replacement.
Fees are based on a sliding scale for individuals above 200% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines, with reduced rates for low-income clients and possible fee waivers for financial hardship.
Beyond legal services, LIA provides community education (Immigration 101, Know Your Rights, anti-discrimination training), public policy advocacy at the local, state, and federal levels, and other specialized initiatives to support newcomers.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The Michigan Immigrant Rights Center (MIRC) provides free legal services to unaccompanied children, including those released to sponsors. Services include:
Removal defense and representation in immigration court
Help applying for asylum, SIJS, U visas, and other protections
Legal support in family courts for custody/guardianship
“Know Your Rights” education and legal screenings
Coordination with child advocates and social services
Locations: Detroit, Ypsilanti, Lansing, Kalamazoo, and Grand Rapids.
Additional services: Community education, pro bono training, and advocacy for immigrant rights.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The Michigan Immigrant Rights Center (MIRC) provides free legal services to unaccompanied children, including those released to sponsors. Services include:
Removal defense and representation in immigration court
Help applying for asylum, SIJS, U visas, and other protections
Legal support in family courts for custody/guardianship
“Know Your Rights” education and legal screenings
Coordination with child advocates and social services
Locations: Detroit, Ypsilanti, Lansing, Kalamazoo, and Grand Rapids.
Additional services: Community education, pro bono training, and advocacy for immigrant rights.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Services and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/4433):
Catholic Charities of Portland provides legal services to immigrants including removal defense, help with asylum applications, DACA renewals, family petitions, green cards, and citizenship. They also assist with T visas, U visas, and Special Immigrant Juvenile Status.
In addition to legal help, they offer case management, support for survivors of trafficking, and referrals for housing, employment, and mental health services.
They offer services primarily in English and Spanish, and they provide interpretation or translation support for other languages as needed.
To schedule a consultation, you can contact them at (503) 542-2855 or via email at ils-intakes@ccoregon.org.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Immigration Counseling Service (ICS) is a nonprofit legal services organization serving unaccompanied children across Oregon and Southwest Washington.
ICS provides direct legal services including adjustment of status, asylum applications, relief under the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA), U Visas (for victims of serious crimes), T Visas (trafficking survivors), Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS) for minors, family-based petitions, removal defense, and naturalization assistance.
Appointments are required and services are low-cost or pro bono.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Immigration Counseling Service (ICS) is a nonprofit legal services organization serving unaccompanied children across Oregon and Southwest Washington.
ICS provides direct legal services including adjustment of status, asylum applications, relief under the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA), U Visas (for victims of serious crimes), T Visas (trafficking survivors), Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS) for minors, family-based petitions, removal defense, and naturalization assistance.
Appointments are required and services are low-cost or pro bono.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Oregon Law Center - Lane County Legal Aid Office provides free legal help to low-income immigrants in Lane County, including those facing removal.
They assist with immigrants’ rights, civil rights, and access to public benefits, and can help individuals understand how legal situations may affect their immigration status.
While they do not handle every type of immigration case, they may offer advice, brief services, or referrals.
Services are available in English and Spanish, with interpreters for other languages.
Call (541) 485-1017 or 1-844-595-8330 to check eligibility and request help.
Counties served: Lane
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Dubuque provides affordable immigration legal services to children, youth, families, refugees, and other immigrants in northeastern Iowa.
Services include consultations, family-based petitions, citizenship and naturalization, asylum, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS), DACA renewals, work permits, TPS, humanitarian visas, family reunification, and limited removal defense.
Fees are based on a sliding scale, and free initial consultations are available.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Iowa Migrant Movement for Justice (Iowa MMJ) provides free or low-cost immigration legal services across Iowa, including help with asylum, DACA, green cards, naturalization, family petitions, U-visas, VAWA, TPS, and more.
They serve vulnerable groups like survivors of violence, farmworkers, LGBTQ+ immigrants, and unaccompanied minors. Services are offered through community clinics statewide.
To get help, individuals can complete a form on iowammj.org or call (515) 255-9809.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Integrated Legal and Social Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/4440):
Catholic Community Services Utah (CCS Utah) provides immigration legal services to youth in Salt Lake City and Ogden.
They represent minors and families in removal proceedings. Eligible minors include refugees, asylees, special immigrant juveniles, and survivors of human trafficking.
CCS Utah also assists in filing applications with the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Service (USCIS), and represent them in Immigration Court and before USCIS. They help families in reuniting, securing permanent legal residence, and applying for U.S. citizenship. They also help paroled migrants apply for asylum.
CCS Utah also provides the following social services:
Refugees: Assists with resettlement and places unaccompanied refugee minors in foster care.
Food Assistance: Operates the Joyce Hansen Hall Food Bank, runs the Bridging The Gap program to supply groceries to students in select counties, and offers a culinary arts training program.
Support for New Mothers: Runs St. Martha's Baby Project in Salt Lake City and Ogden, providing newborn essentials and case management to new mothers experiencing income insecurity.
Their offices are located in Salt Lake City, and Ogden, Utah.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Holy Cross Ministries (HCM) offers low-cost or free legal immigration support to immigrants in Salt Lake City Utah.
Their services include legal consultations and help with Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA), asylum and refugee cases, Temporary Protected Status (TPS), assistance for victims of human trafficking or other crimes, family reunification, and naturalization.
Services are offered by appointment onlyat HCM’s Salt Lake City offices.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Immigrant Legal Services in Salt Lake City provides low-cost and free immigration legal help to low-income individuals.
Services include assistance with green cards, family petitions, asylum, DACA, citizenship applications, TPS, U and T visas, VAWA cases, deportation defense, and representation in immigration court and USCIS interviews.
They help complete immigration forms, replace lost documents, and offer Know-Your-Rights education.
Language support is available in English and Spanish, with interpretation for other languages through the Utah Immigration Collaborative (UIC), which they are part of.
To access services, individuals can contact ILS directly or call the UIC referral line at 801-382-9027 for guidance and referrals.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/4443):
The Immigration Center for Women and Children (ICWC) provides affordable and pro bono legal services to immigrant women and children who are victims of domestic violence, human trafficking, sexual assault, and other violent crimes.
ICWC legal service include:
Asylum for Unaccompanied Children
Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA)
Immigration Court Help Desk (ICH)
Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS)
U and T Visas (Victims of Trafficking and Violence)
Violence Against Women (VAWA)
Counties served in Nevada: Clark, Esmeralda, Nye, Washoe.
Counties Served in California:
San Francisco office: Alameda, Contra Costa, Marin, San Francisco, San Mateo.
Los Angeles office: Los Angeles, Orange.
San Diego office: San Diego
In addition to immigration services, they offer case management, legal education, Know Your Rights workshops, referrals to community resources, and support programs designed to help individuals and families achieve safety and stability.
Services are available in English and Spanish, with interpretation available in additional languages as needed.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada provides free legal services to low-income immigrants. Their services include:
Removal defense for individuals in immigration court proceedings.
Assistance with asylum, humanitarian visas (such as VAWA, T visas, and U visas), and deferred action.
Guidance for unaccompanied minors and other vulnerable individuals.
Representation before USCIS and, in some cases, in court.
They also offer legal education and may refer clients to other organizations if they are unable to take the case.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Northern Nevada Legal Aid (NNLA) offers free and affordable immigration legal services by accredited legal staff in Reno, Nevada. Their services include assistance with:
For clients with higher incomes or certain case types, services may be available at a reduced cost.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Immigration Law & Advocacy in Wichita, Kansas, is a nonprofit organization who brings over 20 years of experience in immigration law.
They offer a range of legal services to immigrants, including assistance with form completion, filings with U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), representation at asylum interviews (such as credible and reasonable fear interviews), and representation before both the Immigration Court and the Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA).
For more information or to schedule an appointment, individuals can contact the office at (316) 262-6222 or via email at admin@immiglaw.net.
Counties served: Wichita
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- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/4451):
La Luz Immigration Clinic, operated by Catholic Charities of Northeast Kansas, provides affordable and professional immigration legal services to low-income, foreign-born individuals and their families.
The clinic offers a range of services, including assistance with naturalization, family-based petitions, adjustment of status applications, DACA, TPS, U visas, VAWA petitions, and more.
The clinic's bilingual staff, including experienced attorneys and DOJ-accredited representatives, are trained to assist individuals who have experienced trauma due to gang-related or domestic violence.
They also offer services to refugee populations and have provided legal assistance to Afghan evacuees throughout Kansas.
For more information or to schedule an appointment, individuals can contact the clinic at (913) 906-8971.
Additional details about their services and programs can be found on their website.
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- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/4452):
Catholic Charities of Jackson provides immigration legal services to immigrants and refugees, including assistance with citizenship and naturalization applications, family-based petitions, permanent residency, work authorization, and other immigration benefits. Services focus primarily on applications and petitions before USCIS and legal consultations regarding immigration matters.
In addition to immigration services, they offer refugee resettlement and integration support, case management, disaster assistance, family support services, emergency assistance, and other community-based programs designed to help individuals and families achieve stability and self-sufficiency.
Services are available in English, Spanish, and Portuguese.
Fees are low-cost and appointments are required.
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- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/4453):
El Pueblo offers immigration legal services for individuals and families, including preparing and submitting applications to U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services and providing limited representation in immigration court.
El Pueblo assists with family-based petitions, permanent residency renewals, adjustment of status, consular processing, naturalization, work authorization, and Freedom of Information Act requests.
They also support with applications for DACA, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status, T visas, U visas, and Temporary Protected Status.
Services prioritize immigrants who have experienced persecution, child abuse, domestic violence, sexual assault, human trafficking, or other violent crimes, including detained individuals with mental health needs.
Counties covered in AL: Baldwin, Chambers, Coffee, De Kalb, Franklin, Houston, Jefferson, Lee, Limestone, Marshall, Montgomery, Shelby, Tuscaloosa, Walker.
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- [Asistencia Médica y Legal Integrada ](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/4498):
Terra Firma brinda servicios integrados de salud médica, apoyo psicológico y legales para niños inmigrantes no acompañados y familias que buscan protección humanitaria.
Ubicada dentro del Bronx Health Collective, ofrece atención médica, consejería y apoyo legal en colaboración con Catholic Charities of New York y New York Legal Assistance Group.
Los clientes reciben atención médica y psicosocial coordinada, asistencia legal en casos de asilo y otros procesos migratorios, y programas de enriquecimiento como clases de inglés (ESOL), arte y apoyo académico.
Los servicios se ofrecen sin importar el estatus de seguro médico ni la capacidad de pago, y Terra Firma ayuda con la inscripción en seguro de salud.
La información incluida aquí es actual y precisasegúnnuestromejorconocimiento. Comuníquese con ImportaMi vía e-mail eninfo.importami@rescue.orgsitienealgunapregunta o corrección.
- [Community Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/4499):
Inspired Vision Compassion Center is faith-based and serves people experiencing poverty and urgent material need.
They provide a free grocery store, emergency hygiene items, clothing, furniture, baby items, school supplies, and some home medical supplies.
The center also offers free job training and employment help, mental health support, and limited health services through partner clinics.
Services are free and available to families in need, with no geographic restrictions noted.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Lively Law Firm provides immigration legal services for children, families, and other immigrants, including assistance with SIJS, asylum, family-based petitions, adjustment of status, work authorization, citizenship and naturalization, DACA, VAWA, T and U visas, and other immigration benefits.
They offer legal consultations and representation before USCIS and immigration courts in eligible cases.
In addition to immigration services, the firm provides legal education, case management, referrals to community resources, and personalized support to help clients navigate the immigration process and achieve long-term stability.
Services are available in English and Spanish, with interpretation available as needed.
Counties served in North Carolina: Durham, Mecklenburg, and Wake.
Counties served in South Carolina: Greenville County and Richland County.
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Lively Law Firm provides immigration legal services for children, families, and other immigrants, including assistance with SIJS, asylum, family-based petitions, adjustment of status, work authorization, citizenship and naturalization, DACA, VAWA, T and U visas, and other immigration benefits.
They offer legal consultations and representation before USCIS and immigration courts in eligible cases.
In addition to immigration services, the firm provides legal education, case management, referrals to community resources, and personalized support to help clients navigate the immigration process and achieve long-term stability.
Services are available in English and Spanish, with interpretation available as needed.
Counties served in North Carolina: Durham, Mecklenburg, and Wake.
Counties served in South Carolina: Greenville County and Richland County.
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- [Community Support Services ](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/7836):
The Latin American Youth Center (LAYC) provides comprehensive support for immigrant youth in the DC and Maryland area.
Their programs include housing assistance, education support, job readiness training, and health services. LAYC's Promotor Pathway® model offers individualized mentoring to help youth overcome challenges and achieve their goals.
They also operate the Esperanza Program, which provides transitional foster care and wrap-around services for unaccompanied children.
Services are available in English and Spanish.
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- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/7839):
Asylee Women Enterprise in Maryland offers legal help forasylum seekers enrolled in case management, including representation and “Know Your Rights” trainings.
They also provide case management, housing support, food and basic supplies, mental health services, English classes, job readiness, and wellness activities like yoga and therapy.
Youth programs offer peer support and life skills for immigrant teens and young adults.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services ](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/7886):
Church World Service (CWS) Greensboro offers low-cost immigration legal services for refugees and immigrants. Their licensed team helps with citizenship, green cards, work permits, family reunification, travel documents, TPS, and more.
They also support some asylum applications and Special Immigrant Visas.
Services are available by appointment only.
The team helps people understand their rights and navigate the legal process safely.
Through their Immigrant Children’s Program, they support unaccompanied minors and youth seeking legal protection.
In addition, CWS delivers holistic social services such as case management, access to basic needs and healthcare referrals, employment readiness support, language access and interpretation, and community orientation, all grounded in a culturally responsive, trauma-informed approach that promotes safety, stability, and long-term integration.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services ](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/7887):
Church World Service (CWS) Greensboro offers low-cost immigration legal services for refugees and immigrants. Their licensed team helps with citizenship, green cards, work permits, family reunification, travel documents, TPS, and more.
They also support some asylum applications and Special Immigrant Visas.
Services are available by appointment only.
The team helps people understand their rights and navigate the legal process safely.
Through their Immigrant Children’s Program, they support unaccompanied minors and youth seeking legal protection.
In addition, CWS delivers holistic social services such as case management, access to basic needs and healthcare referrals, employment readiness support, language access and interpretation, and community orientation, all grounded in a culturally responsive, trauma-informed approach that promotes safety, stability, and long-term integration.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
ViaLegal Immigration is a nonprofit immigration law firm covering North and South Carolina.
They assist with deportation defense (helping stop or fight removal from the U.S.), asylum (protection for those fleeing danger), Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (for minors who have been abused, neglected, or abandoned by a parent), adjustment of status (applying for permanent residence), family-based immigration, and naturalization assistance.
Counties served in North Carolina: Buncombe, Burke, Cabarrus, Caldwell, Catawba, Cleveland, Durham, Gaston, Guildford, Iredell, Lincoln, McDowell, Mecklenburg, Rutherford, Stanly, Union, Wake, Wayne,
Counties served in South Carolina: Cherokee, Greenville, Laurens, Saluda, Spartanburg, York.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Community Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/7894):
El Centro Hispano is a Latino-led community organization that supports immigrants in Durham, Wake, Orange, and nearby counties.
They offer ESL and GED classes, job training, health education, leadership programs, and youth groups.
They also host workshops like “Know Your Rights” and help families find food, housing, and legal referrals.
Their programs create safe spaces for immigrant youth and families to learn, grow, and become leaders in their community. While they don’t provide direct legal services, they connect people with trusted legal help and other important resources.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/7895):
The Immigration Law Clinic at International House in Charlotte helps low-income immigrants with legal services at affordable rates.
They handle cases like green card renewals, work permits, citizenship, family petitions, consular processing, travel documents, and Special Immigrant Visas.
They also assist immigrants and U.S. citizens in reuniting with family members abroad.
The clinic serves refugees, asylees, parolees, and immigrants of all nationalities.
Services are not free, but cost only 15–25% of typical private attorney fees.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
JusticeMatters is a nonprofit legal group in Durham and Raleigh that helps children and survivors of trauma, like human trafficking.
They offer free or low-cost legal services for family law and immigration, including asylum, SIJS, T visas, U visas, and VAWA.
Their team uses a trauma-informed approach, helping clients feel safe and respected.
They also run a Pro Se Center at the Durham Courthouse for help with custody cases and offer free immigration services to Durham residents through the ILAP program.
Counties served: Durham, Orange, Wake.
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Monday through Friday feeding program that provides a hot nutritional meal.
Box lunches are served on Saturdays starting 11am
Service area: Anderson
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Food, clothing, small household essentials, and furniture
Counties served: Wake
Additional Information:
Open Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday from10am-11:30 AM
No ID required, no referral needed, no proof of income or residence required
May shop once per week
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Food, clothing, small household essentials, and furniture
Counties served: Franklin, Johnston
Additional Information:
Open Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday from10am-11:30 AM
No ID required, no referral needed, no proof of income or residence required
welcome to shop twice a month
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Pantry supplies and produce, bakery & deli items, and meat when available.
Counties served: Johnston
Additional Informational: Open Fridays from 9am – 10:30am
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- [Community Support Services and Rapid Response Hotline](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/7928):
FaithAction’s Immigrant Assistance Center in Greensboro helps immigrant and refugee families with daily needs and community support.
They offer walk-in services in many languages, helping people find food, clothing, housing, mental health support, and transportation.
They also provide legal referrals, help in emergencies (like detention), financial coaching, and workshops in English, technology, and leadership.
Their Immigrant ID Program helps people feel safer and more connected. While they don’t offer direct legal services, they connect clients to trusted providers.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/7930):
Catholic Charities Southwestern Ohio offers a range of services including immigration legal services, food assistance, mental health counseling, employment support, and English language classes.
Services provided include: adjustment of status, deportation defense, family-based visa petitions, naturalization, humanitarian relief, special immigrant juvenile status petitions, and deferred action.
The organization also provides case management for immigrant families, parenting education, caregiver support, and refugee-related services.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/7937):
International Institute of Akron offers services for immigrants and refugees in Northeast Ohio, including refugee resettlement, immigration legal assistance, English classes, employment support, and interpretation and translation.
The institute provides legal help with asylum, citizenship, visas, family petitions, and removal defense, as well as support with integration, job readiness, and social services.
It also offers education programs such as ESL and citizenship preparation, and helps individuals adjust to life in the United States through case management and community support.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
LSN Legal LLC is a law firm dedicated to the pursuit of justice for immigrants and their families.
They provide immigration legal services for children, youth, and families navigating the U.S. immigration system.
They offer legal consultations, Know Your Rights education, and representation in immigration proceedings, helping clients understand their options and access available forms of immigration relief.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Additional Information Dinners: Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri at 6pm
Lunches: Wed, Sat at Noon
Food Pantry Thu at Noon
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Every 2nd and 4th Saturday of the month from 10am to 12pm.
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Additional information: open Monday through Friday from 9:00-10:00 am, welcome to shop once per month. Must be a resident of Anderson county and bring an ID.
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Food distribution on Mondays from 11am to 1pm and Wednesdays from 9:30 to 11:30am.
Must bring an ID.
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Primary care, internal medicine, and women’s medicine.
Counties served: Lexington
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Additional Information: Welcome to shop once a week. Open on Thursdays from 3:30pm to 5:30pm and Fridays from 12:00pm to 2:00pm.
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Food and essential household items. Welcome to shop once a month.
Counties served: York
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WellPartners Dental Clinic in Columbia, South Carolina, offers free dental care to uninsured or underinsured children ages 5–18 who qualify for free or reduced lunch in public schools.
Services include cleanings, fluoride, sealants, fillings, extractions, and emergency exams.
Children are referred through school nurses, and no extra paperwork is needed.
The program operates during the school year and in the summer, and many immigrant children benefit from this care.
They have two locations that serve children:
1) Richland County Health Department
2000 Hampton Street, Suite 4090, Columbia, SC 29204
Phone: 803-888-1590
2) Red Bank Crossing
1070 S. Lake Drive, Suite B, Lexington, SC 29073
Phone: 803-888-3271
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Community Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/7969):
Fairfax FISH provides emergency help to immigrants in southeastern Fairfax County, including clothing, rent, and utility assistance.
Other local resources offer support with food, shelter, legal help for housing and immigration issues, ESL classes, and referrals for health and social services.
Many services are available regardless of immigration status and in multiple languages.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Integrated Legal and Social Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/7970):
Kids in Need of Defense (KIND) provides free legal representation and holistic support to unaccompanied immigrant and refugee children who arrive in the United States without a parent or guardian.
KIND’s attorneys and pro bono partners represent children in immigration court, helping them seek legal protection and relief.
They also offer psychosocial and social service support, including counseling, access to education, and family reunification assistance.
Legal Services:
Representation in immigration court and asylum interviews
Help with applications for Asylum, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS), U/T visas, and green cards
"Know Your Rights" presentations
Social Services:
Referrals for mental health care, medical support, and school enrollment
Help with community integration and trauma-informed care
Counties served: Arlington, City of Alexandria, Fairfax City, Fairfax County, Loudoun, and Prince William.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Legal Aid Justice Center offers free civil legal services to low-income individuals and communities in Virginia.
They provide legal representation, advocacy, and support in areas such as housing rights, employment issues (including unpaid wages), access to public benefits, education, and immigration-related concerns.
It also works with specific groups including children, immigrant workers, and people affected by the criminal legal system.
Services may include direct legal representation, help resolving disputes, and guidance on legal rights.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Legal Aid Justice Center offers free civil legal services to low-income individuals and communities in Virginia.
They provide legal representation, advocacy, and support in areas such as housing rights, employment issues (including unpaid wages), access to public benefits, education, and immigration-related concerns.
It also works with specific groups including children, immigrant workers, and people affected by the criminal legal system.
Services may include direct legal representation, help resolving disputes, and guidance on legal rights.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Legal Aid Justice Center offers free civil legal services to low-income individuals and communities in Virginia.
They provide legal representation, advocacy, and support in areas such as housing rights, employment issues (including unpaid wages), access to public benefits, education, and immigration-related concerns.
It also works with specific groups including children, immigrant workers, and people affected by the criminal legal system.
Services may include direct legal representation, help resolving disputes, and guidance on legal rights.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services ](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/7986):
The U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants (USCRI) helps unaccompanied children who are in immigration court.
They can help children apply for protections like asylum or Special Immigrant Juvenile Status and, in some cases, provide a lawyer or connect families to trusted legal partners.
Most services for children are free or very low-cost, and any fees depend on what the family can afford.
USCRI also offers non-legal support for children and families, including help after a child is released from federal custody, support with school enrollment, referrals to medical and mental health care, and connections to local community resources.
Services may vary depending on funding and availability, so families should contact the local USCRI office to ask what help is currently offered.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Community Health Center ](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/8026):
Choptank Community Health provides comprehensive healthcare services to immigrants, including primary medical care, dental care, behavioral health support, and preventive services. They offer culturally sensitive care regardless of immigration status and work to remove barriers by providing language assistance and sliding scale fees.
Appointments can be made with any provider by phone call.
Locations: St. Michaels, Chestertown, Denton, Easton, Cambridge, Federalsburg, Goldsboro.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Food distribution varies per location, call ahead or check website to confirm hours.
Locations: Annapolis, Essex, Fells Point, Hyattsville, La Plata, Hickory, Havre de Grace
Counties served: Anne Arundel, Baltimore City, Baltimore County, Charles, Harford, Prince George.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Integrated Legal and Social Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/8028):
The International Rescue Committee (IRC) in Maryland offers legal services for immigrant children through its Children’s Legal Services program. They assist unaccompanied minors with asylum, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS), U and T visas, and other immigration relief.
The team provides legal representation, “Know Your Rights” presentations, and referrals to supportive services.
Staff speak multiple languages, and services are trauma-informed and child-focused.
Office locations: Baltimore and Silver Spring.
Counties served: Montgomery, Prince George, Anne Arundel, Baltimore City, Baltimore County, Carroll, Hartford, and Howard.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Integrated Legal and Social Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/8029):
The International Rescue Committee (IRC) in Maryland offers legal services for immigrant children through its Children’s Legal Services program. They assist unaccompanied minors with asylum, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS), U and T visas, and other immigration relief.
The team provides legal representation, “Know Your Rights” presentations, and referrals to supportive services.
Staff speak multiple languages, and services are trauma-informed and child-focused.
Counties served: Montgomery, Prince George, Anne Arundel, Baltimore City,
Baltimore County, Carroll, Hartford, and Howard.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Integrated Legal and Social Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/8030):
Kids in Need of Defense (KIND) provides free legal representation and holistic support to unaccompanied immigrant and refugee children who arrive in the United States without a parent or guardian.
KIND’s attorneys and pro bono partners represent children in immigration court, helping them seek legal protection and relief.
They also offer psychosocial and social service support, including counseling, access to education, and family reunification assistance.
Legal Services:
Representation in immigration court and asylum interviews
Help with applications for Asylum, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS), U/T visas, and green cards
"Know Your Rights" presentations
Social Services:
Referrals for mental health care, medical support, and school enrollment
Help with community integration and trauma-informed care
Counties served: Anne Arundel, Baltimore City, Baltimore County, Frederick, Montgomery, Prince George.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The Women's Law Center of Maryland provides legal services to immigrants through its Multi-Ethnic Domestic Violence Project.
This program offers free legal representation to foreign victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, or sex trafficking.
Services include assistance with self-petitions under the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA), applications for U or T visas, legal permanent residency (Green Cards), work permits, and citizenship.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Diaper bank on Tuesdays 2:00 - 4pm, limited once per month.
Food distribution on Saturdays at 11:00 am.
Counties served: Prince George
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The International Rescue Committee (IRC) in Atlanta, GA, offers legal services for immigrant children through its Children’s Legal Services program. They assist unaccompanied minors with asylum, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS), U and T visas, and other immigration relief.
The team provides legal representation and referrals to supportive services.
Staff speak multiple languages, and services are trauma-informed and child-focused.
Counties served: Cobb, DeKalb, Fulton.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Asian Americans Advancing Justice – Atlanta provides legal services for immigrants including adjustment of status, asylum, naturalization and citizenship, Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA), removal proceedings, parole, T visas for trafficking survivors, U visas for victims of crime, and VAWA petitions for survivors of domestic violence.
The organization also assists with family petitions and offers community education workshops about immigration rights, as well as legal clinics for screening and referrals.
All services are delivered by immigration attorneys and accredited representatives.
Fees for legal services are assessed on a sliding scale based on household income.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Food and Other Community Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/8050):
Hearts to Nourish Hope
Food pantry, career workshops, motherhood support group,
Counties served: Clayton, Gwinnett.
Additional Information: food bank open Tuesday and Thursday 9:30am - 1:30pm
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Church World Service (CWS) Florida provides free or low-cost legal help through licensed attorneys and accredited representatives in Miami, Fort Lauderdale, Delray Beach, Tampa, Jacksonville, and Kissimmee.
Free services are available for eligible refugees, asylees, Cuban/Haitian parolees, and certified trafficking survivors.
Services include help with asylum, SIJS, VAWA, U and T visas, green cards, naturalization, and deportation defense.
Others, including UCs or sponsors not eligible for free help, can access low-cost services.
Walk-in and appointment options vary by office.
Legal eligibility and funding are assessed during intake.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Church World Service (CWS) Florida ofrece ayuda legal gratuita o a bajo costo a través de abogados licenciados y representantes acreditados en Miami, Fort Lauderdale, Delray Beach, Tampa, Jacksonville y Kissimmee.
Los servicios gratuitos están disponibles para refugiados, asilados, personas con parole cubano/haitiano y sobrevivientes certificados de trata.
Incluyen ayuda con asilo, SIJS, VAWA, visas U y T, residencia permanente, naturalización y defensa contra deportación.
Otros pueden acceder a servicios legales a bajo costo.
La elegibilidad y disponibilidad de fondos se determinan durante la evaluación legal.
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Florida Immigration Law & Justice (ILJ) provides free immigration legal representation across Florida, including asylum, family petitions, DACA, deportation defense, and adjustment of status.
The Children’s Protection Program offers legal aid for unaccompanied children released from detention, regardless of eligibility for immigration relief.
Through a partnership with Learning Empowered, ILJ’s Naturalization Program provides help with citizenship applications, Citizenship Instruction Classes, and English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL), accessible statewide through a hybrid format.
Services are free for all clients, with referrals made to other nonprofits when capacity is reached.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Integrated Legal and Social Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/8057):
Kids in Need of Defense (KIND) provides free legal representation to unaccompanied immigrant and refugee children who arrive in the United States without a parent or guardian.
KIND’s attorneys and pro bono partners represent children in immigration court, helping them seek legal protection and relief.
The organization also offers psychosocial and social service support, including counseling, access to education, and family reunification assistance.
Internationally, KIND collaborates with partners in Central America, Mexico, and Europe to strengthen protection systems, prevent gender-based violence, and support return and reintegration services for children.
Legal Services:
Representation in immigration court and asylum interviews
Help with applications for Asylum, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS), U/T visas, and green cards
"Know Your Rights" presentations
Counties served: Brevard, Duval, Lake, Orange, Osceola, Polk, Seminole, Volusia.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Florida Immigration Law & Justice (ILJ) provides free immigration legal representation across Florida, including asylum, family petitions, DACA, deportation defense, and adjustment of status.
The Children’s Protection Program offers legal aid for unaccompanied children released from detention, regardless of eligibility for immigration relief.
Through a partnership with Learning Empowered, ILJ’s Naturalization Program provides help with citizenship applications, Citizenship Instruction Classes, and English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL), accessible statewide through a hybrid format.
Services are free for all clients, with referrals made to other nonprofits when capacity is reached.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The Family and Immigration Rights Center (FIRC) offers free or low-cost immigration legal services to low-income immigrants in North Florida, South Georgia, and South Alabama.
They help with asylum, green cards, family petitions, DACA, TPS, naturalization, and humanitarian visas like SIJS, VAWA, T and U visas.
They represent clients in USCIS and immigration court, including appeals.
Services are free for unaccompanied minors and available in English, Spanish, and French.
They also engage in policy advocacy and impact litigation.
Appointments can be made by phone, email, or walk-in.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The Family and Immigration Rights Center (FIRC) offers free or low-cost immigration legal services to low-income immigrants in North Florida, South Georgia, and South Alabama.
They help with asylum, green cards, family petitions, DACA, TPS, naturalization, and humanitarian visas like SIJS, VAWA, T and U visas.
They represent clients in USCIS and immigration court, including appeals.
Services are free for unaccompanied minors and available in English, Spanish, and French.
They also engage in policy advocacy and impact litigation.
Appointments can be made by phone, email, or walk-in.
Counties served in Florida: Alachua, Baker, Bay, Bradford, Calhoun, Clay, Columbia, Dixie, Duval, Escambia, Flagler, Franklin, Gadsden, Gilchrist, Gulf, Hamilton, Holmes, Jackson, Jefferson, Lafayette, Leon, Levy, Liberty, Madison, Marion, Nassau, Okaloosa, Putnam, Saint Johns, Santa Rosa, Suwannee, Taylor, Union, Wakulla, Walton, Washington.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The Children Legal Services Program at the International Rescue Committee (IRC) offers legal services specialized in immigrant children.
They assist unaccompanied minors with asylum, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS), U and T visas, and other immigration relief.
The team provides legal representation, “Know Your Rights” presentations, and referrals to supportive services.
Staff speak multiple languages, and services are free, trauma-informed and child-focused.
Counties served: Bronx, Kings, New York county, Orange, Queens, Richmond, and Suffolk.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Integrated Legal and Social Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/8263):
The International Rescue Committee (IRC) in Dallas offers legal services for immigrant children through its Children’s Legal Services program.
They assist unaccompanied minors with asylum, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS), U and T visas, and other immigration relief.
The team provides legal representation, “Know Your Rights” presentations, and referrals to supportive services.
Staff speak multiple languages, and services are trauma-informed and child-focused.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Integrated Legal and Social Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/8296):
The International Rescue Committee (IRC) in Seattle, WA, offers legal services for immigrant children through its Children’s Legal Services program.
They assist unaccompanied minors with asylum, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS), U and T visas, and other immigration relief.
The team provides legal representation, “Know Your Rights” presentations, and referrals to supportive services.
Staff speak multiple languages, and services are trauma-informed and child-focused.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Shelter and Social Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/8337):
Shelter for victims and their children fleeing domestic violence; 24 hour hotline; free counseling for victims of crime; sliding scale fee for counseling of individual, family and marriage therapy for non-victim issues.
Intake for non-resident services is Mon-Thurs 9am-5pm and Fri 9am-2pm.
24-hour Hotline: (281) 446-2615
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Shelter & Community Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/8350):
Annunciation House provides shelter and basic needs for migrants and asylum-seekers.
They offer legal referrals to trusted immigration attorneys and nonprofits, along with know-your-rights information.
They coordinates with federal agencies to support migrants after release from custody.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
African Services Committee (ASC) provides free immigration legal services for New Yorkers, including naturalization, green card, and work permit applications, TPS, and DACA renewals.
ASC assists with family petitions, FOIA requests, and may take VAWA, U visa, T visa, or asylum (pro se) cases depending on capacity.
It also issues PRUCOL and Non-PRUCOL letters to help clients access certain public or institutional benefits (not including federal SNAP or state and federal financial aid).
Services are available in English, French, Spanish, Portuguese, Lingala, and Wolof.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/8891):
Church World Service (CWS) in Jersey City provides free or low-cost immigration legal services to refugees, asylum seekers, and immigrants in northern New Jersey. Their legal team supports:
Unaccompanied children with pro bono legal representation
Afghan and Ukrainian nationals with asylum, TPS, and green card applications
Immigrants seeking DACA, work permits, family petitions, citizenship, and more
Services are available in English and Spanish. Appointments are required.
In addition, CWS delivers holistic social services such as case management, access to basic needs and healthcare referrals, employment readiness support, language access and interpretation, and community orientation, all grounded in a culturally responsive, trauma-informed approach that promotes safety, stability, and long-term integration.
Counties served in New York: Kings, Nassau, Queens, Suffolk, Bergen, Essex, Hudson, Passaic, Somerset, and Union.
Counties served in New Jersey: Bergen, Essex, Hudson, Passaic, Somerset, and Union.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Integrated Legal and Social Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/8898):
Kids in Need of Defense (KIND) provides free legal representation and holistic support to unaccompanied immigrant and refugee children who arrive in the United States without a parent or guardian.
KIND’s attorneys and pro bono partners represent children in immigration court, helping them seek legal protection and relief.
KIND also offers psychosocial and social service support, including counseling, access to education, and family reunification assistance.
Legal Services:
Representation in immigration court and asylum interviews.
Help with applications for Asylum, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS), U/T visas, and green cards.
"Know Your Rights" presentations.
Social Services:
Referrals for mental health care, medical support, and school enrollment.
Help with community integration and trauma-informed care.
Counties served: King, Pierce, Snohomish, and Thurston.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Empire Justice Center provides free immigration legal services for New Yorkers who need protection most.
Immigration services are offered through the Long Island and Westchester offices and may include U visas, Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) petitions, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS), adjustment of status, naturalization, and help obtaining public benefits.
Empire Justice Center also assists in related areas such as domestic violence, civil rights, public benefits, and LGBTQ protections.
Counties served for immigration legal services include Westchester, Dutchess, Nassau, Orange, Putnam, Rockland, Suffolk, and Ulster.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Empire Justice Center provides free immigration legal services for New Yorkers who need protection most.
Immigration services are offered through the Long Island and Westchester offices and may include U visas, Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) petitions, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS), adjustment of status, naturalization, and help obtaining public benefits.
Empire Justice Center also assists in related areas such as domestic violence, civil rights, public benefits, and LGBTQ protections.
Counties served for immigration legal services include Westchester, Dutchess, Nassau, Orange, Putnam, Rockland, Suffolk, and Ulster.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Project Rousseau offers full-scope, comprehensive immigration services. This includes a full screening with an attorney or Department of Justice accredited representative, to assess a family’s suitability for immigration relief.
Their caseload includes defensive and affirmative asylum applications, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status petitions, and U-Visa applications.
Counties served: Bronx, Kings, New York, Queens.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
PLS Immigration Services for Unaccompanied Minors: Prisoners' Legal Services (PLS) offers pro bono legal support for unaccompanied children in the custody of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) at Berkshire Farms in New York. Services include "Know Your Rights" orientations, initial screenings, courtroom assistance, document preparation support, pro bono attorney coordination, legal referrals, and training for volunteer attorneys. These services help ensure children’s rights and legal needs are met as they move through the immigration process.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Empire Justice Center provides free immigration legal services for New Yorkers who need protection most.
Immigration services are offered through the Long Island and Westchester offices and may include U visas, Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) petitions, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS), adjustment of status, naturalization, and help obtaining public benefits.
Empire Justice Center also assists in related areas such as domestic violence, civil rights, public benefits, and LGBTQ protections.
Counties served for immigration legal services include Westchester, Dutchess, Nassau, Orange, Putnam, Rockland, Suffolk, and Ulster.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Empire Justice Center provides free immigration legal services for New Yorkers who need protection most.
Immigration services are offered through the Long Island and Westchester offices and may include U visas, Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) petitions, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS), adjustment of status, naturalization, and help obtaining public benefits.
Empire Justice Center also assists in related areas such as domestic violence, civil rights, public benefits, and LGBTQ protections.
Counties served for immigration legal services include Westchester, Dutchess, Nassau, Orange, Putnam, Rockland, Suffolk, and Ulster.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Community Support Services ](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/8991):
Catholic Charities of South Jersey provides support for immigrants, including help with resources, housing, and integration.
While they don’t offer direct legal services, they can connect you to trusted organizations.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Community Support Services ](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/8992):
Catholic Charities of South Jersey offers refugee resettlement and immigrant support, including help connecting to housing, food, clothing, diapers, hygiene items, and financial assistance.
They provide English language learning, workforce and employment programs, and general resource navigation through family service centers.
Services also include support for newcomers adjusting to life in the United States and referrals to community resources.
Programs focus on helping refugees, migrants, and other immigrants meet basic needs and work toward stability and self-sufficiency.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Catholic Charities of South Jersey provides support for immigrants, including help with resources, housing, and integration. While they don’t offer direct legal services, they can connect you to trusted organizations.
For more information on basic needs services, visit https://catholiccharitiessouthjersey.org/basicneeds.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Catholic Charities of South Jersey provides support for immigrants, including help with resources, housing, and integration. While they don’t offer direct legal services, they can connect you to trusted organizations.
For more information on basic needs services, visit https://catholiccharitiessouthjersey.org/basicneeds.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Catholic Charities of South Jersey provides support for immigrants, including help with resources, housing, and integration. While they don’t offer direct legal services, they can connect you to trusted organizations.
For more information on basic needs services, visit https://catholiccharitiessouthjersey.org/basicneeds.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Catholic Charities of South Jersey provides support for immigrants, including help with resources, housing, and integration. While they don’t offer direct legal services, they can connect you to trusted organizations.
For more information on basic needs services, visit https://catholiccharitiessouthjersey.org/basicneeds.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Catholic Charities of South Jersey provides support for immigrants, including help with resources, housing, and integration. While they don’t offer direct legal services, they can connect you to trusted organizations.
For more information on basic needs services, visit https://catholiccharitiessouthjersey.org/basicneeds.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Catholic Charities of South Jersey provides support for immigrants, including help with resources, housing, and integration. While they don’t offer direct legal services, they can connect you to trusted organizations.
For more information on basic needs services, visit https://catholiccharitiessouthjersey.org/basicneeds.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Aldea – The People’s Justice Center provides free or low-cost legal services to low-income immigrants and families, with a focus on Berks County, Pennsylvania.
Attorneys represent clients before USCIS, the Immigration Courts (EOIR), the Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA), and federal courts.
Services include assistance with removal defense, humanitarian relief (T, U, SIJS, VAWA, asylum), family reunification, green cards, and work permits.
Aldea prioritizes survivors, single-parent households, families with children, LGBTQ+ and gender-nonconforming individuals, elders, people with disabilities, and military families.
Specialized programs support unaccompanied minors, Haitian and Guatemalan communities, and detained immigrants.
Initial consultations are free, with representation available on a sliding-scale or low bono basis.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Franklin County Legal Services provides free civil legal help for low-income individuals, including representation in family, immigration, and landlord-tenant matters.
They also offer legal advice when appropriate, pro bono referrals for eligible civil matters, self-help services with forms for certain family law issues, Citizenship Exam Preparation Classes, and community Know Your Rights presentations on topics such as housing and immigration.
Applicants may apply for services by phone or online.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The Pennsylvania Immigration Resource Center provides free immigration legal services, legal education, and advocacy for vulnerable immigrants in Pennsylvania.
They support immigrants facing removal or detention through removal defense, including legal orientation, know-your-rights education, pro se assistance, and direct legal representation for people in detention and in the community.
The organization offers legal services to immigrant survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, human trafficking, and other serious abuses, and provides representation for individuals unable to represent themselves due to mental or other illnesses.
They also serve unaccompanied immigrant children in long-term foster care and offers multilingual resources, classes, and materials to help immigrants understand their rights and legal options.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/9007):
The Immigration Law Education and Advocacy Project of Catholic Charities offers free or low-cost immigration legal services and community education for immigrants and refugees in Southeastern Massachusetts.
ILEAP helps with family-based green cards, citizenship and naturalization, asylum, Temporary Protected Status (TPS), DACA, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status, and other immigration applications.
The program also provides legal representation, helps prepare forms, and may accompany clients to court or government interviews.
ILEAP does not focus on removal defense.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/9008):
The Immigration Law Education and Advocacy Project of Catholic Charitiesoffers free or low-cost immigration legal services and community education for immigrants and refugees in Southeastern Massachusetts.
ILEAP helps with family-based green cards, citizenship and naturalization, asylum, Temporary Protected Status (TPS), DACA, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status, and other immigration applications.
The program also provides legal representation, helps prepare forms, and may accompany clients to court or government interviews.
ILEAP does not focus on removal defense.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Central West Justice Center is a subsidiary of Community Legal Aid and offers free legal consultations and limited representation to low-income residents of Central and Western Massachusetts seeking humanitarian immigration relief.
Services include assistance with Violence Against Women Act petitions, U visas for crime victims, T visas for trafficking victims, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status for abused or neglected children, asylum applications, and Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA).
They also provides community education on immigration law topics
Language capacity: Spanish; Portuguese; other languages through interpretation services
Counties served: Berkshire, Franklin, Hampden, Hampshire, and Worcester.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Central West Justice Center is a subsidiary of Community Legal Aid and offers free legal consultations and limited representation to low-income residents of Central and Western Massachusetts seeking humanitarian immigration relief.
Services include assistance with Violence Against Women Act petitions, U visas for crime victims, T visas for trafficking victims, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status for abused or neglected children, asylum applications, and Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA).
They also provides community education on immigration law topics
Language capacity: Spanish; Portuguese; other languages through interpretation services
Counties served: Berkshire, Franklin, Hampden, Hampshire, and Worcester.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Services and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/9021):
Al Otro Lado provides legal representation and humanitarian support for immigrants, refugees, and deportees in Southern California and along the U.S.–Mexico border.
Their legal services include Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS), bond hearings, defensive asylum applications, cancellation of removal, and adjustment of status.
They also represent clients before the Executive Office for Immigration Review (EOIR), the Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA), and the Ninth Circuit.
They additionally help with affirmative asylum applications, U Visas for victims of serious crimes, T Visas for trafficking survivors, VAWA petitions for survivors of domestic violence, family-based petitions, DACA renewals, and naturalization applications.
All legal services are free for eligible clients, and they require an intake appointment.
Al Otro Lado also offers humanitarian aid such as short-term housing, food and clothing distribution, medical care, transportation, cell phones, hygiene items, and case-management support.
Counties served: Los Angeles and San Diego.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Languages spoken: Spanish,English, French, and Portuguese.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Languages spoken: Spanish,English, French, and Portuguese.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Integrated Legal and Social Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/9030):
Kids in Need of Defense (KIND) provides free legal representation and holistic support to unaccompanied immigrant and refugee children who arrive in the United States without a parent or guardian.
KIND’s attorneys and pro bono partners represent children in immigration court, helping them seek legal protection and relief.
They also offer psychosocial and social service support, including counseling, access to education, and family reunification assistance.
Legal Services:
Representation in immigration court and asylum interviews
Help with applications for Asylum, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS), U/T visas, and green cards
"Know Your Rights" presentations
Social Services:
Referrals for mental health care, medical support, and school enrollment
Help with community integration and trauma-informed care
Counties served: Fairfield, Hartford, and New Haven.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Integrated Legal and Social Services ](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/9031):
Kids in Need of Defense (KIND) provides free legal representation and holistic support to unaccompanied immigrant and refugee children who arrive in the United States without a parent or guardian.
KIND’s attorneys and pro bono partners represent children in immigration court, helping them seek legal protection and relief.
They also offer psychosocial and social service support, including counseling, access to education, and family reunification assistance.
Legal Services:
Representation in immigration court and asylum interviews
Help with applications for Asylum, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS), U/T visas, and green cards
"Know Your Rights" presentations
Social Services:
Referrals for mental health care, medical support, and school enrollment
Help with community integration and trauma-informed care
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
New England Justice for Our Neighbors (NEJFON) provides free legal aid to low-income immigrants, including unaccompanied minors, through remote and in-person consultations.
Monthly clinics (by appointment) assist clients in understanding legal options, with around 20% receiving full representation.
Services focus on securing legal status and access to resources.
Remote appointments only.
Phones are not answered live. Leave a message or send a text, and intake personnel will get back to you.
Counties served: Bristol, Essex, Middlesex, Norfolk, Plymouth, and Suffolk.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
New England Justice for Our Neighbors provides free legal aid to low-income immigrants, including unaccompanied minors, through remote and in-person consultations. Monthly clinics (by appointment) assist clients in understanding legal options, with around 20% receiving full representation. Services focus on securing legal status and access to resources.
Remote appointments available.
This clinic is held concurrently with a free UMass medical clinic.
Please note that their phones are not answered live. Leave a message or send a text, and intake personnel will get back to you.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
New England Justice for Our Neighbors (NEJFON) provides free legal aid to low-income immigrants, including unaccompanied minors, through remote and in-person consultations.
Monthly clinics (by appointment) assist clients in understanding legal options, with around 20% receiving full representation.
Services focus on securing legal status and access to resources.
Remote appointments only.
Phones are not answered live. Leave a message or send a text, and intake personnel will get back to you.
Counties served: Bristol, Essex, Middlesex, Norfolk, Plymouth, and Suffolk.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Integrated Legal and Social Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/9035):
Kids in Need of Defense (KIND) provides free legal representation and holistic support to unaccompanied immigrant and refugee children who arrive in the United States without a parent or guardian.
KIND’s attorneys and pro bono partners represent children in immigration court, helping them seek legal protection and relief.
They also offer psychosocial and social service support, including counseling, access to education, and family reunification assistance.
Legal Services:
Representation in immigration court and asylum interviews
Help with applications for Asylum, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS), U/T visas, and green cards
"Know Your Rights" presentations
Social Services:
Referrals for mental health care, medical support, and school enrollment
Help with community integration and trauma-informed care
Counties served: Providence.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
La Esperanza supports immigrants on their journey. Bilingual immigration specialists will help you make informed decisions and apply for services.
Receive legal counsel on your immigration case. File a petition for family immigration. Apply for a green card and citizenship. Apply for work authorization. Apply for DACA or TPS. Take citizenship classes.
Counties served in Delaware: Kent, New Castle, Sussex.
La Esperanza also has an office in Maryland and serves the following counties: Worcester, Wicomico, Caroline, Dorchester, Talbot.
Additional information: They offer English classes and Citizenship preparation classes.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Iowa Migrant Movement for Justice (Iowa MMJ) provides free or low-cost immigration legal services across Iowa, including help with asylum, DACA, green cards, naturalization, family petitions, U-visas, VAWA, TPS, and more.
They serve vulnerable groups like survivors of violence, farmworkers, LGBTQ+ immigrants, and unaccompanied minors. Services are offered through community clinics statewide.
To get help, individuals can complete a form on iowammj.org or call (515) 255-9809.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Iowa Migrant Movement for Justice (Iowa MMJ) provides free or low-cost immigration legal services across Iowa, including help with asylum, DACA, green cards, naturalization, family petitions, U-visas, VAWA, TPS, and more.
They serve vulnerable groups like survivors of violence, farmworkers, LGBTQ+ immigrants, and unaccompanied minors. Services are offered through community clinics statewide.
To get help, individuals can complete a form on iowammj.org or call (515) 255-9809.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The New Jersey Consortium for Immigrant Children (NJCIC) provides legal services to support immigrant children and families throughout New Jersey.
Their services include legal representation for unaccompanied minors in immigration proceedings, assistance with asylum applications, and guidance on special immigrant juvenile status.
The consortium also offers advocacy and resources to help immigrant children access education, healthcare, and other essential services.
Counties served: All counties in New Jersey.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Services and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/9048):
The American Friends Service Committee’s Immigrant Rights Program provides legal representation, Know Your Rights presentations, and advocacy to support immigrant communities across New Jersey.
They assist with immigration matters including removal defense, asylum, SIJS, T and U Visas, VAWA petitions, cancellation of removal, family-based petitions, naturalization, NACARA, TPS, and DACA.
They do not represent clients in criminal or delinquency proceedings.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The American Friends Service Committee’s Immigrant Rights Program provides legal representation, Know Your Rights presentations, and advocacy to support immigrant communities across New Jersey.
They assist with immigration matters including removal defense, asylum, SIJS, T and U Visas, VAWA petitions, cancellation of removal, family-based petitions, naturalization, NACARA, TPS, and DACA.
They do not represent clients in criminal or delinquency proceedings.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services ](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/9050):
The U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants (USCRI) helps unaccompanied children who are in immigration court.
They can help children apply for protections like asylum or Special Immigrant Juvenile Status and, in some cases, provide a lawyer or connect families to trusted legal partners.
Most services for children are free or very low-cost, and any fees depend on what the family can afford.
USCRI also offers non-legal support for children and families, including help after a child is released from federal custody, support with school enrollment, referrals to medical and mental health care, and connections to local community resources.
Services may vary depending on funding and availability, so families should contact the local USCRI office to ask what help is currently offered.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The American Friends Service Committee’s Immigrant Rights Program provides legal representation, Know Your Rights presentations, and advocacy to support immigrant communities across New Jersey.
They assist with immigration matters including removal defense, asylum, SIJS, T and U Visas, VAWA petitions, cancellation of removal, family-based petitions, naturalization, NACARA, TPS, and DACA.
They do not represent clients in criminal or delinquency proceedings.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Community Support Services ](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/9052):
Greater Bergen Community Action offers a wide range of free or low-cost programs that support housing stability, financial wellness, energy assistance, and immigrant support.
Services include home energy assistance programs such as LIHEAP and USF; housing services like landlord-tenant guidance, homelessness prevention, HUD-approved housing counseling, and affordable and transitional housing programs.
The organization also provides financial education, credit-building support, one-on-one financial coaching, and savings programs through the CAFE Hub.
In addition, the Education and Resource Center supports eligible immigrants with case management, legal consultations and referrals, and assistance with Naturalization, renewals, and work authorization applications.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The Asylum Clinic KC provides free legal consultations to individuals referred through partner organizations, prioritizing unaccompanied minors released to sponsors in Kansas City.
The clinic offers full representation for various cases, including young adults seeking Temporary Protected Status (TPS).
It collaborates with Legal Aid’s Volunteer Attorney Project to help low-income permanent residents apply for naturalization and with Advocates for Immigrant Rights and Reconciliation to host pro se workshops, supporting asylum seekers without legal representation.
Counties served in Kansas: Johnson, Wyandotte.
County served in Missouri: Jackson.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Asistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/9054):
Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Owensboro is dedicated to serving the societal needs of our entire community, including both Catholics and non-Catholics.
Catholic Charities services include counseling resources for individuals, couples and families; St. Gerard Life Home, a home for those experiencing a crisis pregnancy and have chosen life for their baby; immigration legal services and more.
Services available include: Family-based immigration (both adjustment of status and consular processing), DACA, immigration based upon domestic violence or human trafficking, special immigrant juvenile status, and citizenship/naturalization.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/9055):
The Dream Alive Foundation of New Jersey provides a wide range of immigration legal assistance, including Adjustment of Status, asylum applications, family- and employment-based petitions, DACA, naturalization, TPS, humanitarian visas (T, U, SIV), VAWA, and representation in removal hearings and appeals.
Services also include form completion, USCIS filings, and representation in asylum interviews and immigration court.
Non-legal support includes ESL and citizenship classes, employment services, housing referrals, Know Your Rights presentations, social services, and legislative advocacy.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/9057):
Immigration and American Citizenship Organization (IACO) offers immigration legal services and support for immigrants, including immigration status evaluations, citizenship application help, permanent resident card renewals, family petitions, DACA support, citizenship classes, and immigration consultations.
The organization also provides immigrant integration support, education and training programs, and tax-related assistance.
Although they do not offer direct legal representation in court or removal defense, they do offer support throughout these immigration processes.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/9058):
The Refugee and Immigrant Fund (RIF) in New York City provides essential support to asylum seekers, offering weekly group consultations with immigration attorneys, help with asylum applications, and guidance on navigating the immigration system.
RIF also provide career resources, educational opportunities, and emotional support groups to help individuals build their new lives and integrate into their communities.
Counties served: New York City metro area.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The New York Immigration Coalition (NYIC) organizes legal clinics to assist immigrants with various legal needs, including work permit applications and asylum processes.
These clinics are part of NYIC's broader efforts to provide critical services to immigrant communities, often through initiatives like the "Key to the City" program, which brings services to neighborhoods across New York City.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants Designated Office of New Americans Opportunity Center in the Capital region of New York provides citizenship instruction and application services to refugees and immigrants.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Legal Services NYC provides free civil legal assistance to low-income New Yorkers across all five boroughs.
The organization offers help in areas such as asylum, family petitions, lawful permanent residence and employment authorization renewals, naturalization, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS), U and T visas, Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) relief, and waivers of inadmissibility.
Staff also handle non-detained removal defense, including representation for unauthorized minors.
Services are offered in English, Spanish, and multiple other languages through the LSNYC Access Line.
Assistance may include brief advice, referrals, clinics, or full representation, depending on eligibility and capacity.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/9063):
Canal Alliance is a legal services organization that provides free and low-cost immigration legal support in Marin County. Their accredited legal team assists with asylum, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status, U and T Visas for victims of crimes and trafficking, VAWA for survivors of domestic violence, DACA renewals, adjustment of status, green card renewals, naturalization, and Temporary Protected Status.
Consultations are available by appointment or during walk-in hours and services are provided in English and Spanish. If a case cannot be accepted, Canal Alliance may offer referrals to other trusted immigration legal service providers.
In addition to legal assistance, Canal Alliance offers Know Your Rights trainings, public charge consultations, and community education on what to do when interacting with immigration authorities
County served: Marin
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Central American Resource Center (CARECEN) provides low-cost and free immigration legal services in the Los Angeles region.
Their legal team helps with asylum, deportation defense, representation for adult detainees, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (for minors who have been abused, neglected, or abandoned), U Visas (for crime victims), T Visas (for trafficking survivors), adjustment of status, DACA renewals, and naturalization assistance (for those seeking U.S. citizenship).
There is no charge for consultations in most cases and no fees for DACA and naturalization services. Fees for further legal assistance are low and discussed during consultation.
CARECEN also offers non-legal programs such as citizenship and civics classes, day labor center services, and community advocacy.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Casa Cornelia Law Center is a nonprofit organization that offers free immigration legal representation for low-income individuals in the San Diego, California region.
Their Children's Program serves detained and non-detained unaccompanied minors in removal proceedings (deportation defense).
They also provide asylum representation and support for victims of crime which includes U Visas, T Visas, and VAWA petitions.
Casa Cornelia also offers community legal education, “know your rights” outreach, and referral services for vulnerable immigrants who need support beyond legal aid.
To qualify for services, clients must live in or be detained in San Diego County and meet their income requirements.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Community Legal Services in East Palo Alto (CLSEPA) is a nonprofit s organization that provides free and low-cost legal help to low-income residents in San Mateo County and Santa Clara County, California.
They provide legal services for deportation defense, asylum representation, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS), U Visas, T Visas, VAWA petitions, family-based immigration, and applications for legal permanent residence and citizenship. Some services may also include representation for detained individuals.
Legal help is available at no or low cost depending on income, and clients must contact CLSEPA to request assistance.
CLSEPA also provides community outreach, legal education, Know Your Rights workshops, and referrals to other service providers when needed.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services ](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/9067):
Kids in Need of Defense (KIND) provides free legal representation and holistic support to unaccompanied immigrant and refugee children who arrive in the United States without a parent or guardian.
KIND’s attorneys and pro bono partners represent children in immigration court, helping them seek legal protection and relief.
The organization also offers psychosocial and social service support, including counseling, access to education, and family reunification assistance.
Legal Services:
Representation in immigration court and asylum interviews
Help with applications for Asylum, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS), U/T visas, and green cards
"Know Your Rights" presentations
Social Services:
Referrals for mental health care, medical support, and school enrollment
Help with community integration and trauma-informed care
Counties served: Fresno, Kern, Kings Madera, Merced, San Joaquin, Stanislaus, and Tulare.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/9068):
Kids in Need of Defense (KIND) provides free legal representation and holistic support to unaccompanied immigrant and refugee children who arrive in the United States without a parent or guardian.
KIND’s attorneys and pro bono partners represent children in immigration court, helping them seek legal protection and relief.
The organization also offers psychosocial and social service support, including counseling, access to education, and family reunification assistance.
Legal Services:
Representation in immigration court and asylum interviews
Help with applications for Asylum, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS), U/T visas, and green cards
"Know Your Rights" presentations
Social Services:
Referrals for mental health care, medical support, and school enrollment
Help with community integration and trauma-informed care
Counties served: Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Integrated Legal and Social Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/9069):
Kids in Need of Defense (KIND) provides free legal representation and holistic support to unaccompanied immigrant and refugee children who arrive in the United States without a parent or guardian.
KIND’s attorneys and pro bono partners represent children in immigration court, helping them seek legal protection and relief.
KIND also offers psychosocial and social service support, including counseling, access to education, and family reunification assistance.
Legal Services:
Representation in immigration court and asylum interviews
Help with applications for Asylum, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS), U/T visas, and green cards
"Know Your Rights" presentations
Social Services:
Referrals for mental health care, medical support, and school enrollment
Help with community integration and trauma-informed care
Counties served: Alameda, Contra Costa, and San Francisco County.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/9075):
The Solidarity Group provides assistance with various immigration needs, including asylum applications, Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA), employment authorization, family-based petitions to reunite families, naturalization for U.S. citizenship, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status for eligible minors, and Temporary Protected Status (TPS).
Although they do not offer direct legal representation in court or removal defense, they do offer support throughout these immigration processes, including fillling out essential forms and filing applications and petitions with USCIS to facilitate a smoother process.
Counties served: Nassau
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Center of Integration and Advancement of New Americans offers case management services and conducts intakes to connect individuals with local legal referrals.
Their areas of legal assistance include Adjustment of Status, asylum applications, consular processing, DACA, employment authorization, family-based petitions, NACARA, naturalization/citizenship, removal hearings, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status, T visas, TPS, U visas, and VAWA petitions.
They provide help with completing forms, filings with USCIS, representation at asylum interviews (credible fear and reasonable fear interviews), representation before the Immigration Court, and representation before the Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA).
Counties served: Queens
Counties served: Queens
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Immigrant Hope – Brooklyn, located at the First Evangelical Free Church of Brooklyn, provides affordable, confidential immigration legal services, including family-based petitions, citizenship applications, and document renewals. Consultations cost $40, credited to case fees if retained. They don’t handle asylum, deportation, or U/T visa cases but provide referrals. Appointments are required.
Counties served: Bronx, Kings, New York, Queens, Richmond.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
SEPA Mujer supports Latina immigrant women on Long Island by providing legal help, leadership training, and advocacy to combat gender violence and discrimination.
Their services are tailored for Latina immigrants, especially those experiencing domestic violence.
Counties served: Nassau, Suffolk.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The Law Office of Daniela Hernández Chong Cuy provides immigration legal representation throughout California. The firm assists with deportation defense, asylum, withholding of removal, protection under the Convention Against Torture, cancellation of removal for lawful or non-lawful permanent residents, and VAWA cases for survivors of domestic violence. They also handle family-based adjustment of status in court, bond requests, and mental health–related immigration claims. Services are available in English and Spanish, and costs vary depending on case type.
Counties Served: Los Angeles, Orange, San Bernardino, Riverside
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Immigration Legal Services of Long Island (ILSOLI) is a nonprofit organization that provides free or low-cost immigration legal assistance and removal-defense representation to detained and non-detained immigrants residing or working in the Long Island / tri-state region.
Their services include asylum, adjustment of status, family-based petitions, DACA, TPS, U & T visas, VAWA, and SIJS for minors under 21 who are unmarried and have been abused, neglected or abandoned.
ILSOLI also conducts community legal clinics, Know Your Rights presentations, and forms-based assistance.
Counties served:Bronx, Kings (Brooklyn), Nassau, NY (Manhattan), Queens, Suffolk.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
JustCause offers free civil legal assistance to low-income individuals in Monroe County through a network of volunteer attorneys. Their services include help with family law, housing, consumer issues, and other civil legal matters. Their services are not specifically immigration related.
Counties served: Monroe
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services ](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/9084):
The Immigration Center for Women and Children (ICWC) provides affordable and pro bono legal services to immigrant women and children who are victims of domestic violence, human trafficking, sexual assault, and other violent crimes.
ICWC legal service include:
Asylum for Unaccompanied Children
Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA)
Immigration Court Help Desk (ICH)
Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS)
U and T Visas (Victims of Trafficking and Violence)
Violence Against Women (VAWA)
Counties Served in California:
San Francisco office: Alameda, Contra Costa, Marin, San Francisco, San Mateo.
Los Angeles office: Los Angeles, Orange.
San Diego office: San Diego
Counties served in Nevada: Clark, Esmeralda, Nye, Washoe.
In addition to immigration services, they offer case management, legal education, Know Your Rights workshops, referrals to community resources, and support programs designed to help individuals and families achieve safety and stability.
Services are available in English and Spanish, with interpretation available in additional languages as needed.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The Rural Law Center of New York provides free civil legal aid to low-income individuals in 44 rural counties, specializing in family law, housing, and consumer issues.
Eligibility is income-based. While they don’t focus on immigration, they can assist with referrals.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Hudson Valley Justice Center offers free or low-cost legal help with immigration and citizenship matters for poor and low-income individuals, regardless of immigration status.
The organization provides consultations to identify possible pathways such as family petitions, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS), T visas for trafficking survivors, U visas for victims of certain crimes, VAWA self-petitions for survivors of abuse, refugee status, and asylum.
Services include help with applications, required filings, and related legal steps, including eligibility for work permits after approval.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Hudson Valley Justice Center offers free or low-cost legal help with immigration and citizenship matters for poor and low-income individuals, regardless of immigration status.
The organization provides consultations to identify possible pathways such as family petitions, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS), T visas for trafficking survivors, U visas for victims of certain crimes, VAWA self-petitions for survivors of abuse, refugee status, and asylum.
Services include help with applications, required filings, and related legal steps, including eligibility for work permits after approval.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Hudson Valley Justice Center offers free or low-cost legal help with immigration and citizenship matters for poor and low-income individuals, regardless of immigration status.
The organization provides consultations to identify possible pathways such as family petitions, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS), T visas for trafficking survivors, U visas for victims of certain crimes, VAWA self-petitions for survivors of abuse, refugee status, and asylum.
Services include help with applications, required filings, and related legal steps, including eligibility for work permits after approval.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Hudson Valley Justice Center offers free or low-cost legal help with immigration and citizenship matters for poor and low-income individuals, regardless of immigration status.
The organization provides consultations to identify possible pathways such as family petitions, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS), T visas for trafficking survivors, U visas for victims of certain crimes, VAWA self-petitions for survivors of abuse, refugee status, and asylum.
Services include help with applications, required filings, and related legal steps, including eligibility for work permits after approval.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
GMHC provides free legal services to individuals living with HIV/AIDS in New York City, including immigration consultations, eviction prevention, and employment discrimination.
Additionally, in collaboration with the Office for New Americans, they offer free assistance with immigration consultations, DACA applications, and citizenship applications. Eligibility requires registration as a GMHC client.
They also assist immigrant children with Special Immigrant Juvenile Status cases.
Counties served: New York, Bronx, Kings, Queens, Richmond
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Venezuelans and Immigrants Aid (VIA) is a volunteer-driven nonprofit organization that empowers forced migrants and asylum seekers, primarily from Venezuela, through free programs in New York City.
Services include legal orientation, emotional support, English classes, cultural events, and humanitarian assistance.
Counties served: New York, Bronx, Queens, Kings, Richmond.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The Immigrant Advocates Response Collaborative (I-ARC) is a network of over 80 legal service providers in New York State, established after the 2017 travel ban. While it doesn’t provide direct representation, I-ARC offers a Friend of the Court Program, community outreach, and advocacy to support immigrant rights and policy changes.
Counties served: All counties in New York state
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The Immigrant Advocates Response Collaborative (I-ARC) is a network of over 80 legal service providers in New York State, established after the 2017 travel ban. While it doesn’t provide direct representation, I-ARC offers a Friend of the Court Program, community outreach, and advocacy to support immigrant rights and policy changes.
Counties served: All counties in New York state
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Community Support Services ](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/9105):
Refugees Helping Refugees (RHR) in Rochester, NY, provides immigration legal services alongside programs like ESOL classes, case management, and mental health support.
Their services empower refugees with assistance in legal processes, workforce development, and health literacy
Counties served: Monroe
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/9107):
The Immigration Center for Women and Children (ICWC) provides affordable and pro bono legal services to immigrant women and children who are victims of domestic violence, human trafficking, sexual assault, and other violent crimes.
ICWC legal service include:
Asylum for Unaccompanied Children
Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA)
Immigration Court Help Desk (ICH)
Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS)
U and T Visas (Victims of Trafficking and Violence)
Violence Against Women (VAWA)
Counties Served in California:
San Francisco office: Alameda, Contra Costa, Marin, San Francisco, San Mateo.
Los Angeles office: Los Angeles, Orange.
San Diego office: San Diego
Counties served in Nevada: Clark, Esmeralda, Nye, Washoe.
In addition to immigration services, they offer case management, legal education, Know Your Rights workshops, referrals to community resources, and support programs designed to help individuals and families achieve safety and stability.
Services are available in English and Spanish, with interpretation available in additional languages as needed.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Community Justice Alliance (CJA) is a nonprofit organization that helps immigrant families in California’s Central Valley and Northern California. They offer legal help for people facing deportation (removal defense). They also support newcomer youth and give training and guidance to community leaders so they know how to prepare for and respond to immigration enforcement.
CJA also provides community workshops, information sessions, and other support to help families understand their rights.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/9116):
Community Justice Alliance (CJA) is a nonprofit organization that helps immigrant families in California’s Central Valley and Northern California.
They offer legal help for people facing deportation (removal defense).
They also support newcomer youth and give training and guidance to community leaders so they know how to prepare for and respond to immigration enforcement.
CJA also provides community workshops, information sessions, and other support to help families understand their rights.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The International Institute of Los Angeles provides a wide range of legal and social services to immigrants, refugees, and low-income families. Their legal services include:
Immigration Legal Assistance
Help with green card applications, naturalization, and family petitions.
Assistance with DACA renewals and other immigration benefits.
Asylum and Refugee Services
Support for asylum seekers and individuals granted refugee status.
Help with adjustment of status and family reunification for refugees.
Humanitarian Relief
Assistance with U visas, T visas, and protections for survivors of human trafficking and other crimes.
Deportation Defense
Legal representation and advocacy for individuals in removal proceedings.
Community Education
Workshops and information sessions on legal rights and immigration processes.
How to Access Services: For assistance, contact the International Institute of Los Angeles directly at their main office or through their website. They typically require an initial consultation to assess eligibility and service needs.
Counties served: Los Angeles.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Services and Rapid Response](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/9120):
Immigrant Defenders Law Center (ImmDef) is a nonprofit legal services organization that provides immigration defense and support for children and families in Southern California.
Their legal services include removal defense, asylum applications, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS), and legal help for survivors of crime and trafficking through U Visas and T Visas.
ImmDef accepts all children who qualify for their program and provides free legal help.
ImmDef also supports with school enrollment, health care access, emergency housing, transportation, and ongoing case management for those with ongoing immigration cases.
ImmDefoffers a bilingual rapid response legal resource hotline for Southern California community members who are detained by immigration enforcement or who encounter ICE activity.
The hotline is available in English and Spanish, Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. PST, at (213) 833-8283.
The hotline shares legal resource information but does not provide legal advice, and calling does not guarantee legal representation.
This service is intended to support immigrant community members during encounters with immigration enforcement.
Counties Served: Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside, San Bernardino, Ventura, Santa Barbara, San Luis Obispo, Kern.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Services and Rapid Response Hotline](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/9126):
Immigrant Defenders Law Center (ImmDef) is a nonprofit legal services organization that provides immigration defense and support for children and families in Southern California.
Their legal services include removal defense, asylum applications, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS), and legal help for survivors of crime and trafficking through U Visas and T Visas.
ImmDef accepts all children who qualify for their program and provides free legal help.
ImmDef also supports with school enrollment, health care access, emergency housing, transportation, and ongoing case management for those with ongoing immigration cases.
ImmDefoffers a bilingual rapid response legal resource hotline for Southern California community members who are detained by immigration enforcement or who encounter ICE activity.
The hotline is available in English and Spanish, Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. PST, at (213) 833-8283.
The hotline shares legal resource information but does not provide legal advice, and calling does not guarantee legal representation.
This service is intended to support immigrant community members during encounters with immigration enforcement.
Counties Served: Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside, San Bernardino, Ventura, Santa Barbara, San Luis Obispo, Kern.
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- [Asistencia Legal y Línea de Respuesta Rápida](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/9127):
Immigrant Defenders Law Center (ImmDef) es una organización que ofrece servicios legales de inmigración para niños y familias en el sur de California.
Brindan defensa en casos de deportación, apoyo con solicitudes de asilo, Estatus de Inmigrante Juvenil Especial (SIJS) y ayuda legal para sobrevivientes de delitos y trata a través de Visas U y T.
ImmDef acepta a todos los niños que califican para su programa de manera gratuita.
ImmDef también ayuda con inscripción escolar, acceso a servicios de salud, vivienda de emergencia, transporte y apoyo continuo para quienes tienen procesos de inmigración activos.
ImmDef ofrece una línea directa bilingüe de recursos legales de respuesta rápida para miembros de la comunidad del sur de California que son detenidos por las autoridades migratorias o que se enfrentan a actividades de ICE.
La línea directa está disponible en inglés y español, de lunes a viernes de 9:00 a.m. a 4:00 p.m. hora del Pacífico, al (213) 833-8283.
La línea comparte información sobre recursos legales, pero no brinda asesoría legal, y las llamadas no garantizan representación legal.
Condados atendidos: Los Angeles, Orange Riverside, San Bernardino, Ventura, Santa Barbara, San Luis Obispo, Kern.
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- [Legal Services and Rapid Response Hotline](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/9128):
Immigrant Defenders Law Center (ImmDef) is a nonprofit legal services organization that provides immigration defense and support for children and families in Southern California.
Their legal services include removal defense, asylum applications, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS), and legal help for survivors of crime and trafficking through U Visas and T Visas.
ImmDef accepts all children who qualify for their program and provides free legal help.
ImmDef also supports with school enrollment, health care access, emergency housing, transportation, and ongoing case management for those with ongoing immigration cases.
ImmDefoffers a bilingual rapid response legal resource hotline for Southern California community members who are detained by immigration enforcement or who encounter ICE activity.
The hotline is available in English and Spanish, Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. PST, at (213) 833-8283.
The hotline shares legal resource information but does not provide legal advice, and calling does not guarantee legal representation.
Counties served: Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside, San Bernardino, Ventura, Santa Barbara, San Luis Obispo, Kern.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Law Office of Miguel Mexicano is a legal services organization that provides immigration legal assistance throughout Southern California.
Their legal team assists with Special Immigrant Juvenile Status, TVPRA asylum, T Visas for trafficking survivors, U Visas for victims of crimes, adjustment of status, naturalization, family petitions, and other forms of relief.
They also provide defense against deportation before immigration courts.
They accept cases for unaccompanied minors of any age for a charge, and they offer payment plans and sliding-scale fees for those cases.
Their offices are located in: Los Angeles and Pomona
Counties Covered: Los Angeles, San Bernardino, Riverside, Orange, Ventura, and Kern.
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The Law Offices of Martinez, Nguyen & Magaña provide immigration legal services across California.
Their legal services include deportation defense, representation in bond hearings, and motions to reopen and appeals.
They assist with asylum applications, family-based petitions, and renewals of DACA, TPS and lawful permanent resident status.
They also represent victims of qualifying crimes for U-Visas, T-Visas and VAWA petitions and advocate for minors under Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS) who have been abused, neglected or abandoned.
Services are offered in English and Spanish. Costs vary by case and an initial consultation is required.
Counties served: Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside, and San Bernardino.
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Public Counsel’s Immigrants’ Rights Project is a nonprofit legal services organization based in Los Angeles that offers free legal representation and support to immigrant youth. They offers legal services for people in detention, survivors of violent crime, children who entered the U.S. alone (unaccompanied children), asylum seekers, and those eligible for Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS). Clients must make an appointment; the services are free for those who qualify.
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- [Asistencia Legal y Línea de Respuesta Rápida](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/9136):
UFW Foundation ofrece servicios legales de inmigración gratuitos o a bajo costo incluida representación directa en defensa contra la deportación para menores no acompañados, Visas U y T para sobrevivientes de delitos y trata, peticiones familiares, renovaciones de DACA y asistencia con la naturalización.
La Fundación también ofrece educación legal comunitaria y apoyo de respuesta rápida durante acciones de inmigración.
Los servicios están disponibles en inglés, español, mixteco y mandarín
Condados atendidos: entura, Santa Barbara, Kern, Tulare, Kings, Fresno y Madera.
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Alamillo Law offers legal services focused on family-based immigration, deportation and removal defense, immigrant and non-immigrant visas, U-VISA, VAWA, SIJS, DACA, and naturalization.
Services are available through free consultations, and Spanish language support is provided.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
ABA Immigration Justice Project (IJP) is a nonprofit organization that provides free legal services for immigrants in the San Diego, California border region.
They provide legal representation for both detained and non-detained individuals in immigration proceedings.
Their legal services include representation in removal proceedings, asylum applications, and appellate court cases.
Legal services are offered free of charge for eligible clients.
IJP also provides legal orientations and know-your-rights presentations.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Northern New Mexico Legal Aid (NMILC) offers free legal services to low-income immigrants in all counties of New Mexico.
They provide assistance with deportation defense, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS) petitions, DACA applications and renewals, asylum, U and T visas, self-petitions under the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA), and naturalization.
They also support survivors of domestic violence, human trafficking, and other crimes.
Counties served: All counties in New Mexico.
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- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services ](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/9141):
The Nationalities Service Center (NSC) provides a wide range of immigration legal services, including assistance with family-based petitions, asylum applications, deportation defense, naturalization, and visas for victims of crime (such as U or T visas).
NSC also offer legal services specifically tailored to unaccompanied children, focusing on Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS) and asylum.
NSC requires an initial consultation, generally includes a fee, though fee waivers are available for those with financial hardships.
Counties served: Philadelphia
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Justice at Work provides free legal aid to low-wage and immigrant workers in Pennsylvania, handling cases like unpaid wages, workplace discrimination, and some immigration issues. They also educate communities on workers' rights.
Eligibility focuses on low-income and immigrant workers facing employment-related legal issues.
Services are not specifically designed for unaccompanied children.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Justice at Work provides free legal aid to low-wage and immigrant workers in Pennsylvania, handling cases like unpaid wages, workplace discrimination, and some immigration issues. They also educate communities on workers' rights.
Eligibility focuses on low-income and immigrant workers facing employment-related legal issues.
Services are not specifically designed for unaccompanied children.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Thrive International Programs offers affordable immigration legal services to low-income and vulnerable individuals in north-central and northeastern Pennsylvania, as well as the Lehigh Valley.
Services include assistance with green cards, citizenship, family petitions, DACA, TPS, U and T visas, VAWA, asylum, and more.
They do not assist with employment-based immigration or provide court representation.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services ](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/9146):
Catholic Social Services of the Diocese of Scranton offers multilingual immigration services, including citizenship applications, family-based petitions, work authorization, and assistance for victims of violence.
They provide low-cost services to those unable to afford private lawyers, regardless of race, religion, gender, or ethnic origin.
Nominal fees are charged. Services are available in Scranton and Hazleton.
Counties served: Lackawanna and Luzerne.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Ahio Law provides legal assistance and support for individuals facing crises.
Services include immigration legal assistance for asylum seekers and detainees, child abuse intervention, domestic violence and sexual assault support, anti-trafficking aid, and general legal counsel for family and criminal court matters.
The organization works in collaboration with local and national justice systems and emphasizes guiding clients from crisis to confidence.
Languages spoken include Spanish, French, Korean, and Swahili.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Ahio Law provides legal assistance and support for individuals facing crises.
Services include immigration legal assistance for asylum seekers and detainees, child abuse intervention, domestic violence and sexual assault support, anti-trafficking aid, and general legal counsel for family and criminal court matters.
The organization works in collaboration with local and national justice systems and emphasizes guiding clients from crisis to confidence.
Languages spoken include Spanish, French, Korean, and Swahili.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
AHIO Law offers comprehensive services, including immigration legal assistance, child abuse support, domestic violence aid, anti-trafficking assistance, and rape and sexual assault support. Eligibility criteria vary by program.
*Office location is in Pennsauken, NJ but they accept clients from the Philadelphia metro region.
4821 Westfield Avenue, Pennsauken, NJ 08110
Languages spoken: Spanish, French, Korean, Swahili.
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Family and Immigration Rights Center (FIRC) offers free or low-cost immigration legal services to low-income immigrants in North Florida, South Georgia, and South Alabama.
They help with asylum, green cards, family petitions, DACA, TPS, naturalization, and humanitarian visas like SIJS, VAWA, T and U visas.
They represent clients in USCIS and immigration court, including appeals.
Services are free for unaccompanied minors and available in English, Spanish, and French.
They also engage in policy advocacy and impact litigation.
Appointments can be made by phone, email, or walk-in.
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- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/9169):
Center for Children’s Advocacy offers legal services for vulnerable children and youth in Connecticut through multiple projects, including the Immigrant Children’s Justice Project.
The provider helps immigrant children who fear deportation by offering legal representation to seek immigration protections and status, and by connecting legal advocacy with access to education, health care, and other supports.
Services focus on protecting children from exploitation and helping them navigate complex legal systems.
The organization also trains and oversees pro bono attorneys to expand legal representation for children.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/9170):
Center for Children’s Advocacy offers legal services for vulnerable children and youth in Connecticut through multiple projects, including the Immigrant Children’s Justice Project.
The provider helps immigrant children who fear deportation by offering legal representation to seek immigration protections and status, and by connecting legal advocacy with access to education, health care, and other supports.
Services focus on protecting children from exploitation and helping them navigate complex legal systems.
The organization also trains and oversees pro bono attorneys to expand legal representation for children.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Advokato offers free legal services to unaccompanied immigrant children in Bexar County, Texas.
Advokato provides Know Your Rights presentations inside shelters and foster care programs, recruits and supports pro bono attorneys, and delivers direct legal representation in immigration court.
The organization assists children with immigration cases, including Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS), asylum, protection under the Convention Against Torture (CAT), and visas for survivors of crime and trafficking.
Services are provided free of charge, and attorneys represent children from intake through case resolution.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services ](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/9177):
Church World Service (CWS) in Dallas offers low-cost immigration legal help for immigrant youth and their sponsors.
Attorneys and accredited staff review each case and guide families through applications like asylum, permanent residence, work permits, and other possible humanitarian options.
For minors, the team looks for safe pathways to lawful status through immigration court or U.S. immigration agencies.
In addition, CWS delivers holistic social services such as case management, access to basic needs and healthcare referrals, employment readiness support, language access and interpretation, and community orientation, all grounded in a culturally responsive, trauma-informed approach that promotes safety, stability, and long-term integration.
Services are available by appointment.
CWS does no focus on removal defense.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Services and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/9178):
Church World Service (CWS) Houston offers low-cost immigration legal help for immigrant youth and their sponsors.
Attorneys and accredited staff review each case and guide families through applications like asylum, permanent residence, work permits, and other possible humanitarian options.
For minors, the team looks for safe pathways to lawful status through immigration court or U.S. immigration agencies. Services are available by appointment.
In addition, CWS delivers social services such as case management, access to basic needs and healthcare referrals, employment readiness support, language access and interpretation, and community orientation, all grounded in a culturally responsive, trauma-informed approach that promotes safety, stability, and long-term integration.
Counties Served: Harris
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- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services ](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/9179):
Church World Service (CWS) in Indiana provides low-cost immigration legal services, including help with citizenship, green cards, asylum, DACA, TPS, family petitions, U and T visas, VAWA, and removal defense.
Services are available by appointment and are primarily for low-income immigrants, refugees, and asylum seekers.
In addition, CWS IN delivers holistic social services such as case management, access to basic needs and healthcare referrals, employment readiness support, language access and interpretation, and community orientation, all grounded in a culturally responsive, trauma-informed approach that promotes safety, stability, and long-term integration.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Political Asylum/Immigration Representation (PAIR Project) offers free legal services to asylum seekers and immigrants who are detained in Massachusetts.
Political Asylum/Immigration Representation Project (PAIR Project) provides pro bono legal representation, asylum intake services, and legal orientation to help individuals understand and navigate the immigration system.
The organization works with volunteer attorneys to represent low-income clients in asylum cases and detention proceedings, including bond and removal defense.
It also provides “Know Your Rights” presentations and support for family-based immigration needs such as reunification and green card processes.
Services are free and limited to people in Massachusetts
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
HarborCOV provides free legal advocacy and support for survivors of domestic violence, including assistance with restraining orders, legal protections, and referrals to immigration-related resources. They work extensively with immigrant communities, offering culturally competent services in multiple languages and addressing the unique challenges immigrants face, including fear of deportation or language barriers.
In addition to legal advocacy, HarborCOV provides shelter and housing assistance, economic mobility programs, and community advocacy.
Areas of immigration legal assistance: VAWA self-petitions, Battered Spouse Waivers, U Visa, SIJS, and asylum.
Counties served: Chelsea, East Boston, Winthrop, Revere.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
MetroWest Legal Services offers free immigration legal services to low-income individuals, including unaccompanied minors under 21 who have been abused, abandoned, or neglected.
They assist with applications for Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS), asylum claims, U and T visas for victims of crimes and human trafficking, and other humanitarian immigration benefits.
Eligibility is based on income and residency within their 45-town service area in Massachusetts.
In addition to legal representation, MWLS provides "Know Your Rights" trainings and ongoing immigration legal clinics to immigrant and community-based organizations.
Language Capacity: Spanish and Portuguese.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Northeast Justice Center's Immigration Unit offers free legal services to vulnerable immigrants, including unaccompanied children and youth who have immigrated to the United States without their parents.
They assist with humanitarian immigration relief, such as asylum applications and Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS) petitions.
Counties served: Essex, Middlesex.
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Northeast Justice Center's Immigration Unit offers free legal services to vulnerable immigrants, including unaccompanied children and youth who have immigrated to the United States without their parents.
They assist with humanitarian immigration relief, such as asylum applications and Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS) petitions.
Counties served: Essex and Middlesex.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Northeast Justice Center's Immigration Unit offers free legal services to vulnerable immigrants, including unaccompanied children and youth who have immigrated to the United States without their parents.
They assist with humanitarian immigration relief, such as asylum applications and Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS) petitions.
Counties served: Essex, and Middlesex.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The Children's Law Center of Massachusetts (CLCM) is dedicated to helping immigrant children and youth who have faced hardship and need protection.
CLCM provides free legal support including Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS), asylum, DACA, Temporary Protected Status (TPS), and U visas for crime victims.
Beyond immigration cases, CLCM also works to ensure children have access to education, healthcare, and stable guardianship.
Their team represents young people in immigration court, family court, and even in schools, standing by them every step of the way.
Families can reach out for help through their helpline, by visiting their office, or via referrals from schools and community programs.
County served: Essex
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- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services ](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/9188):
Latinos Unidos en Massachusetts (LUMA) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering the Latin American community in Massachusetts.
They offer legal assistance with citizenship applications, green card renewals, family-based petitions, work permit renewals, and humanitarian programs like TPS, DACA, and U visas.
LUMA also provides support for advance parole, notary services, and translation and interpreter assistance to help non-English speakers navigate legal processes.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The Mabel Center offers comprehensive legal representation for asylum seekers with complex cases, including those involving unsettled precedents or clients who have been detained.
Their services encompass assistance with asylum applications, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS) petitions, Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) petitions, and employment authorization documents (EAD).
They also conduct "Know Your Rights" presentations and provide guidance for clients representing themselves through their Pro Se Clinic.
County served: Middlesex
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- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/9190):
Rian Immigrant Center offers immigration legal services to help people navigate their immigration status.
Their services include assistance with family-based petitions, applications for legal permanent residence, naturalization, Temporary Protected Status (TPS) applications and renewals, Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) renewals, and support for victims of domestic violence and trafficking.
Rian also provides resource and support services, including case management and wellness counseling, along with adult education and career services for immigrants and refugees.
RIAN does not focus on removal defense.
Counties served: Suffolk, Middlesex, Norfolk, Essex, Plymouth, and Worcester.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/9192):
Catholic Charities of Worcester County offers immigration legal assistance for foreign-born individuals in Worcester County.
The program provides representation before USCIS, ICE, and the Department of Justice, and helps with family-based immigration, citizenship applications, adjustment of status, humanitarian relief, and other immigration petitions.
The organization also offers citizenship classes and application assistance for lawful permanent residents preparing for the naturalization exam.
Services are provided by appointment and focus on guidance through immigration processes and legal representation when needed.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Open Door Immigration Services (ODIS) provides affordable immigration legal services, including asylum, citizenship, green cards, family petitions, TPS, SIJ status, U-Visas, and work permits.
They also offer referrals for housing, education, healthcare, and food security.
Hours are by appointment only.
Counties served: Essex
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- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services ](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/9194):
Progreso Latino offers affordable immigration services, including free consultations, assistance with family-based petitions, naturalization applications, DACA and TPS renewals, and representation at interviews.
Progreso Latino also provides payment options and case-by-case fee waivers.
Additional services include a Central Falls food pantry, youth programming, and social services navigation.
Caseworkers help individuals and families access housing support, SNAP, Medicaid and RIte Care, referrals, and other resources, and advocate when systems are not responsive.
Services are available to residents of Providence County.
Progreso Latino does not focus on removal defense.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
D.I.R.E. Legal Services provides low-cost legal help for immigrants, including young people applying for asylum, T or U visas, or Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS).
They also support families facing urgent immigration issues.
A free hotline connects callers with a team member who gathers information and helps figure out what support is possible.
Counties served: Middlesex for legal. All counties for other assistance such as court accompaniment.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Lutheran Social Ministries of New Jersey (LSMNJ) offers low-cost immigration legal services to individuals unable to afford private attorneys. Their services include consultations on immigration matters, family petitions, assistance with permanent residence applications (adjustment of status and consular processing), citizenship applications, employment authorization, Temporary Protected Status (TPS), Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) self-petitions, and Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) applications.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Justice For Our Neighbors (JFON) North Central Texas provides immigration legal services, education, and advocacy for low-income individuals and families.
Their primary focus is to assist immigrants and refugees by offering affordable or free legal representation and helping navigate the complex U.S. immigration system.
Assistance with applications for asylum, Temporary Protected Status (TPS), DACA renewals, family petitions, and citizenship. Representation in deportation defense and other immigration-related cases.
Although their headquarters are in Texas, they also offer services in Oklahoma, extending their support to underserved communities in both states.
Counties served in TX: Bell, Bosque, Brown, Callahan, Clay, Coleman, Collin, Comanche, Cook, Coryell, Dallas, Delta, Denton, Eastland, Ellis, Erath, Falls, Fannin, Franklin, Grayson, Hamilton, Henderson, Hill, Hood, Hopkins, Hunt, Jack, Johnson, Kaufman, Lamar, Limestone, McLennan, Mills, Montague, Navarro, Palo Pinto, Parker, Red River, Rockwall, Runnels, Stephens, Tarrant, Wichita, Williamson, Wise, Young.
Counties served in OK: Brian, Carter, Cotton, Jefferson, Johnson, Love, Marshall, Murray, Stephens.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/9200):
The Arab American Association of New York (AAANY) is here to support the community with free, DOJ-accredited immigration legal services.
They assist with a wide range of needs, like work permits, naturalization, green cards, Temporary Protected Status (TPS), family petitions, and applications for DACA.
They also offer guidance on asylum cases and connect clients to trusted lawyers and partner organizations when needed.
Beyond legal help, AAANY helps people prepare for their citizenship tests and hosts "Know Your Rights" workshops and town halls to keep the community informed and empowered.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/9201):
The Arab American Association of New York (AAANY) is here to support the community with free, DOJ-accredited immigration legal services.
They assist with a wide range of needs, like work permits, naturalization, green cards, Temporary Protected Status (TPS), family petitions, and applications for DACA.
They also offer guidance on asylum cases and connect clients to trusted lawyers and partner organizations when needed.
Beyond legal help, AAANY helps people prepare for their citizenship tests and hosts "Know Your Rights" workshops and town halls to keep the community informed and empowered.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/9202):
The Arab American Association of New York (AAANY) is here to support the community with free, DOJ-accredited immigration legal services.
They assist with a wide range of needs, like work permits, naturalization, green cards, Temporary Protected Status (TPS), family petitions, and applications for DACA.
They also offer guidance on asylum cases and connect clients to trusted lawyers and partner organizations when needed.
Beyond legal help, AAANY helps people prepare for their citizenship tests and hosts "Know Your Rights" workshops and town halls to keep the community informed and empowered.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/9203):
The Arab American Association of New York (AAANY) is here to support the community with free, DOJ-accredited immigration legal services.
They assist with a wide range of needs, like work permits, naturalization, green cards, Temporary Protected Status (TPS), family petitions, and applications for DACA.
They also offer guidance on asylum cases and connect clients to trusted lawyers and partner organizations when needed.
Beyond legal help, AAANY helps people prepare for their citizenship tests and hosts "Know Your Rights" workshops and town halls to keep the community informed and empowered.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Latino Memphis offers legal help to immigrants through its Derechos program. They help with Adjustment of Status, Asylum, Cancellation of Removal, DACA renewals, Family Petitions, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS), U and T visas, TPS, VAWA, and more. They also assist in deportation cases.
New cases are limited each month. The first consultation costs $100, and some services may cost less depending on income.
Staff speak Spanish and interpreters are available.
Ofice is located in Memphis, TN.
States served: Arkansas, Tennessee, and Mississippi.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The Chinese-American Planning Council provides free legal services in housing, immigration, and naturalization at community centers in Manhattan, Queens, and Brooklyn.
Services include application assistance, document review, and individual consultations with bilingual staff.
The organization also provides child-care assistance for low-income, undocumented families through Promise NYC, supporting immigrant parents and children.
It additionally offers free Adult Literacy/ESL classes for immigrants ages 18 and older, along with job, college-prep, and citizenship workshop support.
Counties served: New York, Kings, Queens.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The Galveston-Houston Immigrant Representation Project (GHIRP) is a non-profit organization committed to providing high-quality legal services to low-income immigrants in the Galveston-Houston area. Services include the following:
Legal Representation: Assisting clients with various immigration matters such as family reunification, asylum, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status, removal defense, DACA, visas for survivors of crimes (U and T visas, VAWA), Temporary Protected Status, work authorization, lawful permanent residency, and citizenship
Legal Consultations: Providing confidential legal consultations to assess individual cases and determine appropriate legal remedies.
Counties served: Harris ,Galveston, Fort Bend, Montgomery, Brazoria, Chambers, Liberty and Waller.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services ](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/9359):
The U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants (USCRI) helps unaccompanied children who are in immigration court.
They can help children apply for protections like asylum or Special Immigrant Juvenile Status and, in some cases, provide a lawyer or connect families to trusted legal partners.
Most services for children are free or very low-cost, and any fees depend on what the family can afford.
USCRI also offers non-legal support for children and families, including help after a child is released from federal custody, support with school enrollment, referrals to medical and mental health care, and connections to local community resources.
Services may vary depending on funding and availability, so families should contact the local USCRI office to ask what help is currently offered.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Asistencia Legal y Otros Servicios de Apoyo](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/9360):
U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants (USCRI) en Virginia ayuda a niños, niñas y adolescentes no acompañados que tienen un caso en la corte de inmigración.
USCRI puede ayudar a solicitar protecciones como asilo o el Estatus Especial de Inmigrante Juvenil y, en algunos casos, brindar representación legal o referir a las familias a abogados confiables.
La mayoría de los servicios para menores son gratuitos o de muy bajo costo.
Además, USCRI ofrece otros apoyos, como acompañamiento después de que el menor es liberado de custodia federal, ayuda con la inscripción escolar, referencias a servicios médicos y de salud mental, y conexiones con recursos comunitarios locales.
La disponibilidad de servicios puede variar según fondos y capacidad, por lo que se recomienda contactar a la oficina local de USCRI para confirmar qué apoyos están disponibles actualment
La información incluida aquí es actual y precisa según nuestro mejor conocimiento. Comuníquese con ImportaMi via e-mail en info.importami@rescue.org si tiene alguna pregunta o corrección.
- [Community Health Center and Legal Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/9361):
Whitman-Walker Health offers community health services in Washington, DC, including primary care, HIV and STI testing, HIV care, sexual health services, mental health support, pharmacy services, and legal services related to health, discrimination, and immigration.
They have strong experience serving LGBTQ people and people living with HIV.
Services include free HIV and STI testing, case management, and language access support, including ASL.
Whitman-Walker Health also offers immigration legal help, including asylum, adjustment, and naturalization.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Community Health Center and Legal Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/9362):
Whitman-Walker Health offers community health services in Washington, DC, including primary care, HIV and STI testing, HIV care, sexual health services, mental health support, pharmacy services, and legal services related to health, discrimination, and immigration.
They have strong experience serving LGBTQ people and people living with HIV.
Services include free HIV and STI testing, case management, and language access support, including ASL.
Whitman-Walker Health also offers immigration legal help, including asylum, adjustment, and naturalization.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Justice For Our Neighbors (JFON) provides immigration legal services, education, and advocacy for low-income individuals and families.
Their primary focus is to assist immigrants and refugees by offering affordable or free legal representation and helping navigate the complex U.S. immigration system.
Assistance with applications for asylum, Temporary Protected Status (TPS), DACA renewals, family petitions, and citizenship. Representation in deportation defense and other immigration-related cases.
Although their headquarters are in Texas, they also offer services in Oklahoma, extending their support to underserved communities in both states.
Counties served in OK: Brian, Carter, Cotton, Jefferson, Johnson, Love, Marshall, Murray, Stephens.
Counties served in TX: Bell, Bosque, Brown, Callahan, Clay, Coleman, Collin, Comanche, Cook, Coryell, Dallas, Delta, Denton, Eastland, Ellis, Erath, Falls, Fannin, Franklin, Grayson, Hamilton, Henderson, Hill, Hood, Hopkins, Hunt, Jack, Johnson, Kaufman, Lamar, Limestone, McLennan, Mills, Montague, Navarro, Palo Pinto, Parker, Red River, Rockwall, Runnels, Stephens, Tarrant, Wichita, Williamson, Wise, Young.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
African Communities Together provides free immigration legal services nationwide, including consultations, FOIA requests, and help with many USCIS applications.
The New York City and DC/Maryland/Virginia offices offer full or limited representation for family petitions, citizenship, TPS, DACA, VAWA, U and T visas, SIJS, and some asylum and appeals, depending on the case.
In Pennsylvania, ACT focuses on nonpartisan voter education and civic participation.
In NYC, ACT also offers a Healthcare Support Career Accelerator with English training, CNA preparation, and job search support, with all program costs covered.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The Right to Immigration Institute (TRII) offers free legal help to immigrants in the Boston area.
They help with asylum, work permits, green cards, citizenship, and protection for survivors of violence.
TRII also trains college students to support immigrants through a special program approved by the U.S. government.
In addition to legal services, they lead community workshops on immigration rights and the path to citizenship.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Estrella del Paso, formerly known as Diocesan Migrant & Refugee Services, is the largest provider of free immigration legal services in West Texas and New Mexico. Services include:
Initial consultation, legal representation in family-based immigration matters, citizenship/naturalization processes, cases related to survivors of domestic violence and other crimes, removal proceedings before Immigration Courts, and services for unaccompanied immigrant children detained in local shelters.
They also provide various non-representation services to individuals in removal (deportation) proceedings and community education through presentations on general immigration topics and specific areas within immigration law.
Counties served in New Mexico: All counties.
Counties served in Texas: Brewster, Culberson, Ector, El Paso, Hudspeth, Jeff Davis, Loving, Midland, Pecos, Presidio, Reeves, Ward, Winkler.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Immigrant Hope – South Central Pennsylvania, affiliated with Hope Bible Church in Hummelstown, PA, is a Department of Justice-certified nonprofit offering legal advice and representation for immigrants navigating the U.S. immigration system.
Their services include assistance with family visas and citizenship applications, helping clients understand their options and risks to make informed decisions.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Ajuste de Estatus, Solicitudes de Asilo, Procesamiento Consular, Acción Diferida para los Llegados en la Infancia (DACA), Autorización de Empleo, Peticiones Basadas en la Familia, NACARA, Naturalización/Ciudadanía, Audiencias de Deportación, Estatus de Inmigrante Juvenil Especial, Visas T, Estatus de Protección Temporal (TPS), Visas U, Peticiones bajo la Ley de Violencia contra la Mujer (VAWA).
Pueden aplicar tarifas por consulta.
Estados atendidos: Mississippi, Tennessee y Arkansas.
La información incluida aquí es actual y precisasegúnnuestromejorconocimiento. Comuníquese con ImportaMi vía e-mail eninfo.importami@rescue.orgsitienealgunapregunta o corrección.
Adjustment of Status, Asylum applications, Consular Processing, Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA), Employment authorization, Family-based petitions, NACARA, Naturalization/Citizenship, Removal hearings, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status, T visas, Temporary Protected Status (TPS), U visas, Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) petitions.
State served: Tennessee, Arkansas, and Mississippi.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/9408):
Neighborhood Legal Services of Los Angeles County (NLSLA) is a legal services organization that provides free immigration legal help to low-income individuals and families in Los Angeles County.
They handle U Visas for victims of serious crimes, T Visas for trafficking survivors, VAWA petitions for survivors of domestic violence, adjustment of status for those eligible for permanent residency, and naturalization for immigrants seeking citizenship.
All immigration legal services are free for those who meet their income and eligibility requirements.
NLSLA also helps with housing challenges, health access, public benefits, and legal self-help centers for youth and families.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The LGBT Asylum Project is the only San Francisco nonprofit organization exclusively dedicated to providing accessible legal representation for LGBT asylum seekers who are fleeing persecution due to their sexual orientation, gender identity and/or HIV status.
GBT Asylum Project provides support to immigrants in the San Francisco Asylum Office jurisdiction (from Bakersfield, CA to Seattle, WA), who identify as LGBTQ+, and have been persecuted or have fears of future persecution if they return to their home country.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
AALDEF provides direct legal representation to individuals, particularly through its Immigrant Rights Program, which offers services such as legal clinics and assistance with immigration matters.
Additionally, AALDEF engages in broader advocacy and community education efforts to address systemic issues affecting Asian American communities.
Contact method for potential clients: By phone or email, or on our website, from Monday through Friday from 10:00am-6:00pm
Language capacity: Mandarin, Cantonese, Hindi, Bengali, Urdu, Gujarati, Korean, Tagalog, Thai, and Vietnamese
The organization is located in New York, but they help clients in NY, NJ, NH, CT, MA, ME, RI, and VT.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
AALDEF provides direct legal representation to individuals, particularly through its Immigrant Rights Program, which offers services such as legal clinics and assistance with immigration matters.
Additionally, AALDEF engages in broader advocacy and community education efforts to address systemic issues affecting Asian American communities.
Contact method for potential clients: By phone or email, or on our website, from Monday through Friday from 10:00 am-6:00 pm.
Language capacity: Mandarin, Cantonese, Hindi, Bengali, Urdu, Gujarati, Korean, Tagalog, Thai, and Vietnamese.
The organization is located in New York, but they help clients in NY, NJ, NH, CT, MA, ME, RI, and VT.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
AALDEF provides direct legal representation to individuals, particularly through its Immigrant Rights Program, which offers services such as legal clinics and assistance with immigration matters.
Additionally, AALDEF engages in broader advocacy and community education efforts to address systemic issues affecting Asian American communities.
Contact method for potential clients: By phone or email, or on our website, from Monday through Friday from 10:00am-6:00pm
Language capacity: Mandarin, Cantonese, Hindi, Bengali, Urdu, Gujarati, Korean, Tagalog, Thai, and Vietnamese
The organization is located in New York, but they help clients in NY, NJ, NH, CT, MA, ME, RI, and VT.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
AALDEF provides direct legal representation to individuals, particularly through its Immigrant Rights Program, which offers services such as legal clinics and assistance with immigration matters.
Additionally, AALDEF engages in broader advocacy and community education efforts to address systemic issues affecting Asian American communities.
Contact method for potential clients: By phone or email, or on our website, from Monday through Friday from 10:00 am-6:00 pm.
Language capacity: Mandarin, Cantonese, Hindi, Bengali, Urdu, Gujarati, Korean, Tagalog, Thai, and Vietnamese
The organization is located in New York, but they help clients in NY, NJ, NH, CT, MA, ME, RI, and VT.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
AALDEF provides direct legal representation to individuals, particularly through its Immigrant Rights Program, which offers services such as legal clinics and assistance with immigration matters.
Additionally, AALDEF engages in broader advocacy and community education efforts to address systemic issues affecting Asian American communities.
Contact method for potential clients: By phone or email, or on our website, from Monday through Friday from 10:00 am-6:00 pm
Language capacity: Mandarin, Cantonese, Hindi, Bengali, Urdu, Gujarati, Korean, Tagalog, Thai, and Vietnamese
The organization is located in New York, but they help clients in NY, NJ, NH, CT, MA, ME, RI, and VT.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
AALDEF provides direct legal representation to individuals, particularly through its Immigrant Rights Program, which offers services such as legal clinics and assistance with immigration matters.
Additionally, AALDEF engages in broader advocacy and community education efforts to address systemic issues affecting Asian American communities.
Contact method for potential clients: By phone or email, or on our website, from Monday through Friday from 10:00 am-6:00 pm.
Language capacity: Mandarin, Cantonese, Hindi, Bengali, Urdu, Gujarati, Korean, Tagalog, Thai, and Vietnamese
The organization is located in New York, but they help clients in NY, NJ, NH, CT, MA, ME, RI, and VT.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
AALDEF provides direct legal representation to individuals, particularly through its Immigrant Rights Program, which offers services such as legal clinics and assistance with immigration matters.
Additionally, AALDEF engages in broader advocacy and community education efforts to address systemic issues affecting Asian American communities.
Contact method for potential clients: By phone or email, or on our website, from Monday through Friday from 10:00 am-6:00 pm.
Language capacity: Mandarin, Cantonese, Hindi, Bengali, Urdu, Gujarati, Korean, Tagalog, Thai, and Vietnamese
The organization is located in New York, but they help clients in NY, NJ, NH, CT, MA, ME, RI, and VT.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
AALDEF provides direct legal representation to individuals, particularly through its Immigrant Rights Program, which offers services such as legal clinics and assistance with immigration matters.
Additionally, AALDEF engages in broader advocacy and community education efforts to address systemic issues affecting Asian American communities.
Contact method for potential clients: By phone or email, or on our website, from Monday through Friday from 10:00 am-6:00 pm
Language capacity: Mandarin, Cantonese, Hindi, Bengali, Urdu, Gujarati, Korean, Tagalog, Thai, and Vietnamese
The organization is located in New York, but they help clients in NY, NJ, NH, CT, MA, ME, RI, and VT.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Catholic Immigration Legal Services (CILS) is a Department of Justice recognized organization providing immigration legal services to low-income residents of Washington.
CILS provides direct representation legal services for a modest fee.
Services provided by CILS include:
Citizenship/naturalization
Adjustment of status (green cards)
Green card replacement or renewal
Family-based petitions
Consular processing
Petition to remove conditions
Fiancé visa
DACA renewal
Travel documents
Employment authorization
Humanitarian cases
Mock interview
Fee waivers
Resource and referral
Community outreach and education
Counties served: King, Skagit, San Juan, Snohomish, Island, Whatcom.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Bet Tzedek is a legal services organization that provides free legal help to children and families in Los Ángeles, California.
Their legal services include guardianships for minors, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS) for eligible youth, asylum support, and legal assistance for transgender youth who need protection or documentation support.
All legal services are free for eligible families, and clients must contact Bet Tzedek to request assistance.
Bet Tzedek also helps families connect to public benefits, social services, community education, and trainings.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Centro Legal de la Raza is a nonprofit legal services organization that provides immigration legal support for low-income immigrants, families, and youth in the Bay Area, California. Their legal services include deportation defense (removal defense) for detained and non-detained individuals, asylum representation, U Visas for victims of serious crimes, T Visas for trafficking survivors, VAWA petitions for survivors of domestic violence, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS) for minors, family-based immigration, adjustment of status, naturalization applications, and assistance with DACA for youth who qualify.
Legal services are offered free or at low cost depending on income. Centro Legal also provides community legal education and Know Your Rights workshops.
Counties Served: Alameda, Contra Costa, Sacramento, San Francisco, San Mateo, Santa Clara, Sonoma.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
El Rescate is a nonprofit organization that provides affordable immigration legal services and community support for low-income immigrants in Los Ángeles, California.
Their legal services include assistance with asylum applications, Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) petitions, U Visas for victims of serious crimes, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS) for eligible youth, cancellation of removal, adjustment of status, family-based immigration, DACA renewals, and other immigration matters.
Legal help is offered at 50–75% lower cost than private attorneys.
El Rescate provides weekly Legal Clinic “Charlas”, which offers short consultations with staff and volunteer attorneys along with community education and Know Your Rights workshops.
They also serve clients in multiple languages, including Spanish, English, Farsi, and K’iche’.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Law Foundation of Silicon Valley’s Children & Youth program (LACY) is a legal services organization that provides free legal support to children and youth in Santa Clara County.
While this organization does not offer removal defense, they can help with Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS).
The program also helps with guardianship, family law issues, education rights, and protection for youth facing exploitation or instability.
LACY partners with clinics, schools, and community agencies to connect youth with counseling, medical care, and other essential supports.
Services are free and provided by appointment.
County served: Santa Clara
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Legal Aid Society of San Mateo County Linking Immigrants to Benefits, Resources & Education helps immigrants and their families living in San Mateo County with limited immigration relief services.
Services include U Visas, VAWA petitions and Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS) for young people who were abused, neglected or abandoned including teen parents.
The project partners with community organizations across the county and provides support in English and Spanish.
Costs are generally free or based on eligibility; appointments are required.
County served: San Mateo
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston - St. Frances Cabrini Center for Immigrant Legal Assistance provides legal services for immigrants, including:
Adjustment of Status (Green Card applications)
DACA renewals and new applications
Family-based petitions
Citizenship and naturalization
Defense in deportation/removal proceedings
U visas for victims of crime
T visas for victims of human trafficking
VAWA petitions for survivors of domestic violence
General immigration consultations
These services support immigrants and families in regularizing their status and protecting their rights in the United States.
They also offer other services including: Food, clothing, and emergency financial aid, Health and mental health services, Job readiness and employment support, Housing and utility assistance, Refugee resettlement and case management, Disaster relief and recovery support, Parenting, foster care, and senior services.
Counties Served: Fort Bend, Harris, and Montgomery.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Legal Services for Children (LSC) is a nonprofit legal-services organization that provides free legal and social-work support to children and youth in the San Francisco Bay Area, California. Their legal services include representation for youth immigration cases, guardianship, foster-care/dependency issues, emancipation, school-discipline matters. All legal services are free for eligible clients, and clients must contact LSC directly to request help. Youth under 21 years old and that live in Northern California can do a free legal screening with LSC.
LSC also offers crisis intervention, case management, counseling, and referrals to community resources, and community education.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/9433):
Opening Doors' Immigration Legal Services Program provides pro bono (free) legal representation to individuals and families throughout the greater Sacramento region, including support with naturalization (citizenship), Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA), and adjustments of status (green cards).
Opening Doors provides services related to various forms of humanitarian relief and is one of the few organizations in the region providing pro bono representation to clients in immigration court.
Immigration Legal Services:
Individualized consultations for prospective clients
Representation in removal proceedings free of charge for low-income individuals, including unaccompanied minors
Application assistance for U/T Visas, VAWA, SIJS, Adjustment of Status, Asylum, DACA, naturalization, and more
Opening Doors can also assist with housing, employment, healthcare access, education, and social integration. They focus on empowering individuals and families to navigate new environments and build stable lives in their new communities.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/9434):
Opening Doors' Immigration Legal Services Program provides pro bono (free) legal representation to individuals and families throughout the greater Sacramento region, including support with naturalization (citizenship), Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA), and adjustments of status (green cards).
Opening Doors provides services related to various forms of humanitarian relief and is one of the few organizations in the region providing pro bono representation to clients in immigration court.
Immigration Legal Services:
Individualized consultations for prospective clients
Representation in removal proceedings free of charge for low-income individuals, including unaccompanied minors
Application assistance for U/T Visas, VAWA, SIJS, Adjustment of Status, Asylum, DACA, naturalization, and more
Opening Doors can also assist with housing, employment, healthcare access, education, and social integration. They focus on empowering individuals and families to navigate new environments and build stable lives in their new communities.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Southern California Immigration Project (SCIP) offers pro bono legal immigration services for survivors of human and civil rights violations.
The organization provides direct legal representation to immigrants who have experienced persecution or torture and represents clients in immigration court and before the Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA).
SCIP serves detained immigrants, including those held at the Imperial Regional Detention Facility, and works with asylum seekers who cannot afford legal representation.
The organization also conducts community outreach related to its legal services.
County served: San Diego
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/9438):
The U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants(USCRI) helps unaccompanied children who are in immigration court.
They can help children apply for protections like asylum or Special Immigrant Juvenile Status and, in some cases, provide a lawyer or connect families to trusted legal partners.
Most services for children are free or very low-cost, and any fees depend on what the family can afford.
USCRI also offers non-legal support for children and families, including help after a child is released from federal custody, support with school enrollment, referrals to medical and mental health care, and connections to local community resources.
Services may vary depending on funding and availability, so families should contact the local USCRI office to ask what help is currently offered.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/9439):
Social Justice Collaborative (SJC) is a legal services organization that provides free immigration legal representation to immigrant youth who have experienced abuse, neglect, abandonment, trafficking, or other serious harm. Their services are offered in Northern California. They handle Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS), asylum, U Visas for victims of serious crimes, and T Visas for trafficking survivors.
SJC also offers holistic support, connecting youth with social services, medical care, and other community resources to promote safety and well-being.
Locations: Berkeley | Modesto Counties served: Alameda, Calaveras, Colusa, Concord, Contra Costa, Del Norte, El Dorado, Los Angeles, Madera, Marin, Mariposa, Mono, Sacramento, San Benito, San Diego, San Francisco, Santa Barbara, Santa Cruz, Stanislaus, Trinity, and Tulare.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/9440):
Social Justice Collaborative (SJC) is a legal services organization that provides free immigration legal representation to immigrant youth who have experienced abuse, neglect, abandonment, trafficking, or other serious harm. Their services are offered in Northern California. They handle Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS), asylum, U Visas for victims of serious crimes, and T Visas for trafficking survivors.
SJC also offers holistic support, connecting youth with social services, medical care, and other community resources to promote safety and well-being.
Counties served: Alameda, Calaveras, Colusa, Concord, Contra Costa, Del Norte, El Dorado, Los Angeles, Madera, Marin, Mariposa, Mono, Sacramento, San Benito, San Diego, San Francisco, Santa Barbara, Santa Cruz, Stanislaus, Trinity, and Tulare.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Vital Immigrant Defense Advocacyand Services (VIDAS) is a legal services organization that offers low-cost or free immigration legal help to immigrants in Northern California.
They handle deportation defense (removal defense), asylum, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS), U Visas (for victims of serious crimes), T Visas (for trafficking survivors), relief under the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA), family-based petitions, adjustment of status, consular processing, work authorization, naturalization/citizenship, and DACA.
Their legal services are offered on a sliding fee scale free or low cost and by appointment.
VIDAS also provides community wellness programs, connection to social services, medical care and community resources.
They are accredited by the U.S. Department of Justice’s Office.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Vital Immigrant Defense Advocacyand Services (VIDAS) is a legal services organization that offers low-cost or free immigration legal help to immigrants in Northern California.
They handle deportation defense (removal defense), asylum, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS), U Visas (for victims of serious crimes), T Visas (for trafficking survivors), relief under the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA), family-based petitions, adjustment of status, consular processing, work authorization, naturalization/citizenship, and DACA.
Their legal services are offered on a sliding fee scale free or low cost and by appointment.
VIDAS also provides community wellness programs, connection to social services, medical care and community resources.
They are accredited by the U.S. Department of Justice’s Office.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Vital Immigrant Defense Advocacyand Services (VIDAS) is a legal services organization that offers low-cost or free immigration legal help to immigrants in Northern California.
They handle deportation defense (removal defense), asylum, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS), U Visas (for victims of serious crimes), T Visas (for trafficking survivors), relief under the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA), family-based petitions, adjustment of status, consular processing, work authorization, naturalization/citizenship, and DACA.
Their legal services are offered on a sliding fee scale free or low cost and by appointment.
VIDAS also provides community wellness programs, connection to social services, medical care and community resources.
They are accredited by the U.S. Department of Justice’s Office.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Vital Immigrant Defense Advocacy and Services (VIDAS) es una organización de servicios legales que brinda apoyo migratorio a bajo costo o sin costo para personas inmigrantes en el norte de California.
Atienden casos de defensa contra deportación, asilo, Estatus Especial de Inmigrante Juvenil (SIJS), U Visas para víctimas de delitos graves, T Visas para sobrevivientes de trata, solicitudes bajo VAWA, trámites familiares, ajuste de estatus, procesos consulares, permisos de trabajo, naturalización y también DACA.
Sus servicios legales se ofrecen con tarifas ajustadas según los ingresos, y muchas veces pueden ser gratuitos o de bajo costo.
Las citas se programan directamente con la oficina.
VIDAS también ofrece programas de bienestar comunitario y ayuda para conectarse con servicios sociales, atención médica y otros recursos locales.
La organización está acreditada por la Oficina del Departamento de Justicia de Estados Unidos.
La información incluida aquí es actual y precisa según nuestro mejor conocimiento. Comuníquese con ImportaMi vía e-mail en info.importami@rescue.org si tiene alguna pregunta o corrección.
- [Asistencia Legal y Otros Servicios de Apoyo ](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/9445):
World Relief SoCal es una organización de servicios legales que brinda apoyo a personas inmigrantes en Los Ángeles y San Diego, California.
Ayudan con el ajuste de estatus (residencia), renovación de tarjetas de residencia, naturalización, peticiones familiares, remoción de condiciones en la residencia, U Visas para víctimas de delitos graves, solicitudes bajo VAWA para sobrevivientes de violencia doméstica y apoyo con trámites y documentos migratorios.
Puede aplicarse una tarifa por la consulta inicial y los costos del servicio varían según el tipo de trámite.
También ofrecen ayuda con la traducción de documentos en otros idiomas, solicitudes FOIA, talleres de “Conozca sus derechos” y referencias legales.
La información incluida aquí es actual y precisa según nuestro mejor conocimiento. Comuníquese con ImportaMi vía e-mail en info.importami@rescue.org si tiene alguna pregunta o corrección.
- [Asistencia Legal y Otros Servicios de Apoyo](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/9446):
World Relief SoCal es una organización de servicios legales que brinda apoyo a personas inmigrantes en Los Ángeles y San Diego, California.
Ayudan con el ajuste de estatus (residencia), renovación de tarjetas de residencia, naturalización, peticiones familiares, remoción de condiciones en la residencia, U Visas para víctimas de delitos graves, solicitudes bajo VAWA para sobrevivientes de violencia doméstica y apoyo con trámites y documentos migratorios.
Puede aplicarse una tarifa por la consulta inicial y los costos del servicio varían según el tipo de trámite.
También ofrecen ayuda con la traducción de documentos en otros idiomas, solicitudes FOIA, talleres de “Conozca sus derechos” y referencias legales.
La información incluida aquí es actual y precisa según nuestro mejor conocimiento. Comuníquese con ImportaMi vía e-mail en info.importami@rescue.org si tiene alguna pregunta o corrección.
Vital Immigrant Defense Advocacy and Services (VIDAS) es una organización de servicios legales que brinda apoyo migratorio a bajo costo o sin costo para personas inmigrantes en el norte de California.
Atienden casos de defensa contra deportación, asilo, Estatus Especial de Inmigrante Juvenil (SIJS), U Visas para víctimas de delitos graves, T Visas para sobrevivientes de trata, solicitudes bajo VAWA, trámites familiares, ajuste de estatus, procesos consulares, permisos de trabajo, naturalización y también DACA.
Sus servicios legales se ofrecen con tarifas ajustadas según los ingresos, y muchas veces pueden ser gratuitos o de bajo costo.
Las citas se programan directamente con la oficina.
VIDAS también ofrece programas de bienestar comunitario y ayuda para conectarse con servicios sociales, atención médica y otros recursos locales.
La organización está acreditada por la Oficina del Departamento de Justicia de Estados Unidos.
La información incluida aquí es actual y precisa según nuestro mejor conocimiento. Comuníquese con ImportaMi vía e-mail en info.importami@rescue.org si tiene alguna pregunta o corrección.
Asian Pacific Islander Legal Outreach (APILO) is a legal services organization that provides immigration legal support to low-income immigrants in the Bay Area of California. They help with asylum, adjustment of status, DACA renewal, U Visas for victims of serious crimes, T Visas for trafficking survivors, VAWA petitions for domestic violence survivors, and naturalization for eligible immigrants. All legal services are offered on a low-cost or no cost basis for qualifying clients, and an appointment is required through their intake process.
APILO also offers translation of documents, legal referrals, and “know-your-rights” workshops.
Language capacity: Cantonese, Mandarin, Hindi, Japanese, Korean, Spanish, Tagalog, and Vietnamese
Counties Served: Alameda, San Francisco.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Asian Pacific Islander Legal Outreach (APILO) is a legal services organization that provides immigration legal support to low-income immigrants in the Bay Area of California. They help with asylum, adjustment of status, DACA renewal, U Visas for victims of serious crimes, T Visas for trafficking survivors, VAWA petitions for domestic violence survivors, and naturalization for eligible immigrants. All legal services are offered on a low-cost or no cost basis for qualifying clients, and an appointment is required through their intake process.
APILO also offers translation of documents, legal referrals, and “know-your-rights” workshops.
Language capacity: Cantonese, Mandarin, Hindi, Japanese, Korean, Spanish, Tagalog, and Vietnamese
Counties Served: Alameda, San Francisco.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/9450):
Catholic Charities San Francisco is a legal services organization that offers immigration legal support in Marin, San Francisco and San Mateo counties in California.
Their services include family-based petitions, adjustment of status, consular processing, waivers of unlawful presence, U Visas (for victims of serious crimes), T Visas (for survivors of trafficking), VAWA petitions (for victims of domestic violence), asylum, naturalization, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS), DACA and TPS.
Their services are offered on a sliding-fee, and an appointment is required.
They also provide non-legal support such as FOIA background checks, document translation, “Know Your Rights” workshops, and referrals to social services.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/9451):
Arizona Immigrant and Refugee Services offers support to refugees, immigrants, asylees, and survivors of trafficking in Arizona.
Services include help with immigration applications such as asylum, citizenship, family petitions, DACA, TPS, visas, and document replacement.
They also provide refugee resettlement support like housing, food, clothing, English classes, job training, employment help, and referrals.
Language support and cultural orientation are available.
Services are free and can be accessed by calling, emailing, or visiting the office.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/9453):
Lutheran Social Services of the Southwest (LSS-SW) is a nonprofit organization that provides immigration and refugee assistance to individuals and families across Arizona.
LSS-SW offers immigration legal services including help with naturalization, adjustment of status, family reunification, and replacement or renewal of immigration documents.
Services are available to refugees, asylees, and immigrants, with support provided by accredited representatives and staff.
LSS-SW has offices located in Phoenix and Tucson, Arizona.
They also assist with English classes, community orientation, education, transportation, and access to basic needs such as food and household items.
La información incluida aquí es actual y precisa según nuestro mejor conocimiento. Comuníquese con ImportaMi vía e-mail en info.importami@rescue.org si tiene alguna pregunta o corrección.
- [Asistencia Legal y Otros Servicios de Apoyo](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/9454):
Lutheran Social Services of the Southwest (LSS-SW) es una organización sin fines de lucro que brinda asistencia a inmigrantes y refugiados en todo el estado de Arizona.
LSS-SW ofrece servicios legales de inmigración, incluyendo ayuda con la naturalización, ajuste de estatus, reunificación familiar y reemplazo o renovación de documentos migratorios.
Los servicios están disponibles para refugiados, asilados e inmigrantes, con apoyo brindado por representantes acreditados.
LSS-SW tiene oficinas en Phoenix y Tucson, Arizona.
También ofrece clases de inglés, orientación comunitaria, apoyo educativo, transporte y acceso a necesidades básicas como alimentos y artículos para el hogar.
La información incluida aquí es actual y precisa según nuestro mejor conocimiento. Comuníquese con ImportaMi vía e-mail en info.importami@rescue.org si tiene alguna pregunta o corrección.
Equity Corps of Oregon (ECO) is a legal services organization that helps immigrants access free immigration legal support across Oregon. ECO offers immigration legal help, including asylum for people fleeing danger, unaccompanied minors, adjustment of status for those eligible for permanent residency, family-based petitions, naturalization for eligible sponsors, U Visas for victims of serious crimes, and T Visas for survivors of trafficking. They also help with general filings, document translation, and legal referrals.
To receive services, enrollment is required before connecting with an attorney or receiving fee assistance. Eligibility is based on Oregon residency and household income.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/9464):
Catholic Charities of the East Bay provides legal services focused on immigration and refugee support. Their services aim to protect and empower vulnerable individuals, including unaccompanied minors and victims of violence or trafficking.
They assist with asylum applications, family-based petitions, DACA renewals, deportation defense, and other immigration-related matters.
Initial Consultation Fee: Phone consultations by appointment. There is a $50 fee for consultations, which can be waived based on income. They accept cash, money orders or checks. No one will be turned away for inability to pay.
Counties served: Alameda and Contra Costa.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
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- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/9465):
Catholic Charities of the East Bay provides legal services focused on immigration and refugee support. Their services aim to protect and empower vulnerable individuals, including unaccompanied minors and victims of violence or trafficking.
They assist with asylum applications, family-based petitions, DACA renewals, deportation defense, and other immigration-related matters.
Initial Consultation Fee: Phone consultations by appointment. There is a $50 fee for consultations, which can be waived based on income. They accept cash, money orders or checks. No one will be turned away for inability to pay.
Counties served: Alameda and Contra Costa.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Asistencia Legal y Otros Servicios de Apoyo ](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/9466):
Catholic Charities of the East Bay brinda servicios legales enfocados en la inmigración y el apoyo a refugiados. Sus servicios tienen como objetivo proteger y empoderar a personas vulnerables, incluidos menores no acompañados y víctimas de violencia o trata.
Ofrecen asistencia con solicitudes de asilo, peticiones familiares, renovaciones de DACA, defensa contra la deportación y otros asuntos relacionados con la inmigración.
Tarifa de consulta inicial: Consultas telefónicas con cita previa. La tarifa de consulta es de $50, pero puede ser exonerada según el nivel de ingresos. Aceptan pagos en efectivo, giros postales o cheques. Nadie será rechazado por no poder pagar.
Condados atendidos: Alameda y Contra Costa.
La información incluida aquí es actual y precisa según nuestro mejor conocimiento. Comuníquese con ImportaMi vía e-mail en info.importami@rescue.org si tiene alguna pregunta o corrección.
East Bay Community Law Center (EBCLC) is a legal services organization that provides free or low-cost immigration legal help for immigrants and families in the East Bay region of California. Their legal services include humanitarian relief such as asylum, U Visas for victims of serious crimes, T Visas for trafficking survivors, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS) for eligible youth, Temporary Protected Status (TPS), family-based immigration, adjustment of status, naturalization, and some removal defense support for individuals with criminal history. Clients must contact EBCLC to request help, and services are free or low cost depending on income.
Their services are available to people referred by a La Clínica de la Raza school-based health center, UC Berkeley students, California Community College students or staff, residents of Alameda or Contra Costa County, and those who meet income requirements. Eligibility is determined after EBCLC completes an intake assessment.
Counties Served: Alameda, Contra Costa
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
East Bay Sanctuary Covenant (EBSC) provides immigration legal services, advocacy, and community support for immigrants, refugees, and asylum seekers. Their key services include:
Asylum Assistance: Helping individuals apply for asylum, particularly those fleeing persecution.
Temporary Protected Status (TPS): Assisting eligible individuals in obtaining TPS due to unsafe conditions in their home countries.
Green Card & Citizenship: Supporting lawful permanent residents in applying for green cards and naturalization.
DACA & Work Permits: Providing legal aid for Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) renewals and employment authorization.
Violence & Humanitarian Relief: Offering legal aid for victims of domestic violence, trafficking, and other humanitarian protections (e.g., U visas, VAWA).
Community Education & Advocacy: Promoting immigrant rights through workshops, legal clinics, and policy advocacy.
EBSC focuses on serving low-income and vulnerable immigrants, with a commitment to social justice and empowerment.
County served: San Francisco
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Immigrant Hope – Wyoming & Idaho provides legal assistance with deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA), green card applications, and naturalization.
They also assist with Advance Parole, removing conditions on green cards, fiancé visas, and related immigration processes.
Services are available by appointment.
They have locations in the following states:
Wyoming: Jackson and Big Piney/Pinedale
Idaho: Driggs
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
No More A Stranger Foundation is a Utah-based nonprofit organization that provides free immigration legal services to immigrants and refugees.
The organization offers assistance that unaccompanied migrant children may access, including help with asylum applications, DACA, work authorization, T visas for trafficking survivors, VAWA protections, family-based petitions, green card renewals, and naturalization.
They provide intake consultations, case review by licensed attorneys, preparation and filing of immigration forms, and in some cases full legal representation.
They also host community legal clinics where individuals can receive guidance on their immigration options.
While they do not operate a program exclusively for unaccompanied minors, their humanitarian and family-based immigration services are directly relevant to children navigating the immigration system without a parent or guardian.
Counties served: Bonneville, Freemont, Jefferson, Madison, and Teton.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
No More A Stranger Foundation is a Utah-based nonprofit organization that provides free immigration legal services to immigrants and refugees.
The organization offers assistance that unaccompanied migrant children may access, including help with asylum applications, DACA, work authorization, T visas for trafficking survivors, VAWA protections, family-based petitions, green card renewals, and naturalization.
They provide intake consultations, case review by licensed attorneys, preparation and filing of immigration forms, and in some cases full legal representation.
They also host community legal clinics where individuals can receive guidance on their immigration options.
While they do not operate a program exclusively for unaccompanied minors, their humanitarian and family-based immigration services are directly relevant to children navigating the immigration system without a parent or guardian.
Counties served: Bonneville, Freemont, Jefferson, Madison, and Teton.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
No More A Stranger Foundation is a Utah-based nonprofit organization that provides free immigration legal services to immigrants and refugees.
The organization offers assistance that unaccompanied migrant children may access, including help with asylum applications, DACA, work authorization, T visas for trafficking survivors, VAWA protections, family-based petitions, green card renewals, and naturalization.
They provide intake consultations, case review by licensed attorneys, preparation and filing of immigration forms, and in some cases full legal representation.
They also host community legal clinics where individuals can receive guidance on their immigration options.
While they do not operate a program exclusively for unaccompanied minors, their humanitarian and family-based immigration services are directly relevant to children navigating the immigration system without a parent or guardian.
Counties served: Bonneville, Freemont, Jefferson, Madison, and Teton.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/9483):
Latin Advocacy Network (LATINAN) is a legal services organization that provides affordable immigration legal support to low-income immigrants in central and northern California.
Their services include adjustment of status (green cards), asylum applications, DACA renewals, family-based petitions, U Visas for victims of serious crimes, T Visas for trafficking survivors, naturalization (citizenship), and waivers and consular processing.
Appointments are required, and services are provided on a low-cost or sliding-fee basis.
LATINAN also provides non-legal support such as translation of documents, legal referrals, and help preparing for USCIS appointments.
They offer community workshops, rights education, and outreach to connect families with additional resources.
Counties Served: Monterey, San Benito, and Santa Clara.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
El Amica Center for Immigrant Rights ofrece servicios legales integrales a inmigrantes, centrándose en la defensa, el apoyo y la representación.
Brindan asistencia con solicitudes de inmigración, defensa contra la deportación, solicitudes de asilo y otros desafíos legales que enfrentan los inmigrantes.
El centro es reconocido por su compromiso de garantizar que los inmigrantes tengan acceso a una representación legal justa y apoyo a lo largo de su proceso migratorio.
Condados atendidos en VA: Culpeper, Fairfax.
Condado atendido en MD: Prince George
La información incluida aquí es actual y precisa según nuestro mejor conocimiento. Comuníquese con ImportaMi via e-mail en info.importami@rescue.org si tiene alguna pregunta o corrección.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/9542):
The MinKwon Center offers free help with immigration legal issues. They assist with applications for green cards, asylum, DACA, family petitions, citizenship, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS), T visas, U visas, Temporary Protected Status (TPS), and VAWA.
They can help fill out forms, submit them to immigration authorities, and represent people in immigration court.
They also offer help with housing, health insurance, language support, and social services.
Languages: Korean, Chinese, English.
Counties served: Bergen, Hudson.
Affiliate of NAKASEC Immigration Hotline, a confidential 24/7 hotline available in English and Korean for community members in need legal advice, encounters ICE, or have a loved one who has been detained. Hotline: (844) 500-3222.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
African Communities Together provides free immigration legal services nationwide, including consultations, FOIA requests, and help with many USCIS applications.
The New York City and DC/Maryland/Virginia offices offer full or limited representation for family petitions, citizenship, TPS, DACA, VAWA, U and T visas, SIJS, and some asylum and appeals, depending on the case.
In Pennsylvania, ACT focuses on nonpartisan voter education and civic participation.
In NYC, ACT also offers a Healthcare Support Career Accelerator with English training, CNA preparation, and job search support, with all program costs covered.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Integrated Legal and Social Services ](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/9553):
The MinKwon Center offers free help with immigration legal issues. They assist with applications for green cards, asylum, DACA, family petitions, citizenship, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS), T visas, U visas, Temporary Protected Status (TPS), and VAWA.
They can help fill out forms, submit them to immigration authorities, and represent people in immigration court.
They also offer help with housing, health insurance, language support, and social services.
Services are provided free of charge, primarily in Korean and Chinese, to support limited English-proficient and low-income immigrants and seniors.
Counties served: New York, Bronx, Kings, Queens, Richmond, Westchester, Nassau, and Suffolk.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Mobilization for Justice offers free legal assistance to low-income individuals and families in New York City, focusing on both humanitarian and family-based immigration matters.
They assist clients with applications for asylum, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJ), U-visas, lawful permanent residency, and U.S. citizenship.
Their services include helping immigrants replace lost or stolen documents and obtain travel permits.
Counties served: New York, Bronx, Kings, Queens, Richmond.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The Caribbean Women's Health Association (CWHA) provides a comprehensive range of immigration services tailored to diverse populations, including individuals without legal immigration status, those with criminal histories, individuals with physical or mental disabilities, juveniles, and LGBTQ+ individuals.
Their services include adjustment of status, consular processing, naturalization, DACA renewals, and humanitarian reinstatement.
CWHA also offers a Haitian Response Initiative that provides legal and case management support to newly arrived Haitians.
Initial consultations at CWHA are free of charge, which do not guarantee legal representation. Fees for legal representation vary depending on the services required.
Counties served: New York, Kings, Queens, Bronx, Richmond.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services ](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/9556):
We Are CASA Maryland provides immigration legal services in Maryland, including consultations, know-your-rights information, and limited help for people representing themselves.
The program prioritizes people at high risk of deportation, including those in immigration detention or alternatives-to-detention programs. Others may be placed on a long wait list for consultations or representation.
Immigration legal services are generally limited to Maryland. CASA maintains trusted referral lists at all locations, including offices outside Maryland.
CASA also offers tenant and worker rights assistance, adult ESOL and citizenship classes, citizenship application help, youth programs, health enrollment assistance, financial and tax services, community programs, and vocational training.
Services vary by office, and most non-emergency services require an annual We Are CASA membership fee.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Ayuda ofrece servicios legales integrales para inmigrantes, centrándose en áreas como asilo y refugio, inmigración familiar, apoyo a víctimas de violencia doméstica y defensa del acceso al idioma.
Brindan representación directa, educación y alcance comunitario para ayudar a los inmigrantes a navegar el sistema legal y acceder a sus derechos de manera efectiva.
Ayuda puede atender a clientes en los estados de Washington DC, Virginia y Maryland.
Condados atendidos en MD: Prince William, Montgomery.
Condados atendidos en VA: Arlington, Alexandria, Fairfax, Loudoun, Prince William.
La información incluida aquí es actual y precisa según nuestro mejor conocimiento. Comuníquese con ImportaMi via e-mail en info.importami@rescue.org si tiene alguna pregunta o corrección.
Queens Public Library's New Americans Program offers free immigration legal assistance through partnerships with organizations like ActionNYC and the New York Legal Assistance Group (NYLAG).
Services include legal screenings, representation, and citizenship application help.
To schedule an appointment, call the ActionNYC hotline at 800-354-0365 or 311 and say "ActionNYC." For NYLAG services, call 718-990-0730.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The Legal Aid Society of Rockland County helps children in Family Court cases, including abuse, neglect, custody, and visitation. They also assist with Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS) applications, offering essential support for children seeking lawful immigration status.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
African Communities Together provides free immigration legal services nationwide, including consultations, FOIA requests, and help with many USCIS applications.
The New York City and DC/Maryland/Virginia offices offer full or limited representation for family petitions, citizenship, TPS, DACA, VAWA, U and T visas, SIJS, and some asylum and appeals, depending on the case.
In Pennsylvania, ACT focuses on nonpartisan voter education and civic participation.
In NYC, ACT also offers a Healthcare Support Career Accelerator with English training, CNA preparation, and job search support, with all program costs covered.
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The Multicultural Community Resource Center (MCRC) in Erie, Pennsylvania, provides immigration services to immigrants and their families in the Erie area. Services include immigration counseling and assistance with applications for permanent residency, citizenship, travel documents, work authorizations, fiancée visas, petitions for sponsorship, and other immigration forms. Notary services are also available. Referrals to immigration lawyers are made as needed.
Modest fees are charged, and services are rendered by appointment.
***MCRC does not offer a program that specifically supports unaccompanied children.
Area served: Erie
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- [Community Support Services ](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/9562):
Project Libertad is a nonprofit organization that empowers immigrant youth and their families by providing legal resources, bilingual therapy, and educational support.
Their programs include immigration legal consultations, mental health services, and newcomer support initiatives.
They serve immigrant children and families in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, and surrounding areas.
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- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/9563):
Jewish Family and Community Services (JFCS)Immigration Legal Services offers free or low-cost assistance with family and humanitarian-based immigration matters, including citizenship applications, family reunification, and deportation defense.
They provide specialized support for unaccompanied minors, guiding them through complex legal processes to secure relief and legal status.
They also offeraccompaniment servicesfor clients, particularly in the context of immigration legal matters. This can include assisting clients in navigating various immigration processes, such as attending immigration interviews, hearings, and other official proceedings.
Their staff or volunteers often accompany individuals to help ensure that they understand the process and feel supported during potentially stressful legal procedures.
JFCS serves the following counties in Pennsylvania and the entire state of West Virginia: Allegheny, Armstrong, Beaver, Bedford, Blair, Butler, Cambria, Clarion, Clearfield, Crawford, Elk, Fayette, Forest, Greene, Indiana, Jefferson, Lawrence, Mercer, Somerset, Venango, Washington, Westmoreland.
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- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/9564):
Jewish Family and Community Services (JFCS)Immigration Legal Servicesoffers free or low-cost assistance with family and humanitarian-based immigration matters, including citizenship applications, family reunification, and deportation defense.
They provide specialized support for unaccompanied minors, guiding them through complex legal processes to secure relief and legal status.
They also offeraccompaniment servicesfor clients, particularly in the context of immigration legal matters. This can include assisting clients in navigating various immigration processes, such as attending immigration interviews, hearings, and other official proceedings. Their staff or volunteers often accompany individuals to help ensure that they understand the process and feel supported during potentially stressful legal procedures.
JFCS serves the following counties in Pennsylvania and the entire state of West Virginia: Allegheny, Armstrong, Beaver, Bedford, Blair, Butler, Cambria, Clarion, Clearfield, Crawford, Elk, Fayette, Forest, Greene, Indiana, Jefferson, Lawrence, Mercer, Somerset, Venango, Washington, Westmoreland.
Offices are in Pittsburg, PA.
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- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services ](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/9584):
The Immigration Center for Women and Children (ICWC) provides affordable and pro bono legal services to immigrant women and children who are victims of domestic violence, human trafficking, sexual assault, and other violent crimes.
ICWC legal service include:
Asylum for Unaccompanied Children
Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA)
Immigration Court Help Desk (ICH)
Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS)
U and T Visas (Victims of Trafficking and Violence)
Violence Against Women (VAWA)
Counties Served in California:
San Francisco office: Alameda, Contra Costa, Marin, San Francisco, San Mateo.
Los Angeles office: Los Angeles, Orange.
San Diego office: San Diego
Counties served in Nevada: Clark, Esmeralda, Nye, Washoe.
In addition to immigration services, they offer case management, legal education, Know Your Rights workshops, referrals to community resources, and support programs designed to help individuals and families achieve safety and stability.
Services are available in English and Spanish, with interpretation available in additional languages as needed.
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- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services ](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/9639):
Catholic Charities Community Services of Rockland (CCCSR) provides free and low-cost immigration legal services to residents of Rockland County.
The agency assists with family-based petitions, adjustment of status, DACA renewals, Temporary Protected Status (TPS), naturalization, asylum, and humanitarian relief, including VAWA and U/T visas.
Services are provided by accredited representatives and immigration attorneys through the Archdiocesan immigration program.
In addition to immigration legal assistance, CCCSR offers a wide range of programs to support community stability and basic needs, including food distribution, rent and utility assistance, homelessness prevention, and case management for families in crisis.
All services are confidential and available to residents regardless of religion or immigration status.
Serving residents of Rockland County, the agency is part of Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of New York, which provides immigration legal assistance and other services throughout the Lower Hudson Valley and Metro NYC.
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Patchogue-Medford Library offers free immigration counseling with bilingual (English and Spanish) counselors on Tuesdays from 3:00-7:00 PM.
Appointments can be scheduled online or by calling (631) 654-4700 x153.
County served: Suffolk
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Gulfcoast Legal Services offers free legal assistance in immigration matters for eligible low-income individuals in Hillsborough, Pinellas, Manatee, and Sarasota counties.
They handle cases related to domestic violence under the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA), removal of conditional residence, U visas for victims of certain crimes, and T visas for victims of human trafficking, and Special Immigrant Juvenile (SIJ) status for children who have been abused, abandoned, or neglected.
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Gulfcoast Legal Services (GLS) offers free legal assistance in immigration matters for eligible low-income individuals in Hillsborough, Pinellas, Manatee, and Sarasota counties.
They handle cases related to domestic violence under the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA), removal of conditional residence, U visas for victims of certain crimes, and T visas for victims of human trafficking, and Special Immigrant Juvenile (SIJ) status for children who have been abused, abandoned, or neglected.
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Gulfcoast Legal Services offers free legal assistance in immigration matters for eligible low-income individuals in Hillsborough, Pinellas, Manatee, and Sarasota counties.
They handle cases related to domestic violence under the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA), removal of conditional residence, U visas for victims of certain crimes, and T visas for victims of human trafficking, and Special Immigrant Juvenile (SIJ) status for children who have been abused, abandoned, or neglected.
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Gulfcoast Legal Services (GLS) offers free legal assistance in immigration matters for eligible low-income individuals in Hillsborough, Pinellas, Manatee, and Sarasota counties.
They handle cases related to domestic violence under the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA), removal of conditional residence, U visas for victims of certain crimes, and T visas for victims of human trafficking, and Special Immigrant Juvenile (SIJ) status for children who have been abused, abandoned, or neglected.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Estrella del Paso, formerly known as Diocesan Migrant & Refugee Services, is the largest provider of free immigration legal services in West Texas and New Mexico. Services include:
Initial consultation, legal representation in family-based immigration matters, citizenship/naturalization processes, cases related to survivors of domestic violence and other crimes, removal proceedings before Immigration Courts, and services for unaccompanied immigrant children detained in local shelters.
They also provide various non-representation services to individuals in removal (deportation) proceedings and community education through presentations on general immigration topics and specific areas within immigration law.
Counties served in Texas: Ana, Dona, and El Paso Counties.
Counties served in New Mexico: All counties.
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The Children’s Legal Center provides free immigration legal services for children and youth, including unaccompanied children, with assistance for SIJS, asylum, family-based petitions, adjustment of status, work authorization, citizenship and naturalization, and other immigration benefits.
They provide legal consultations and representation before USCIS and immigration courts in eligible cases.
In addition to immigration services, they offer case management, legal education, Know Your Rights presentations, referrals to community resources, and advocacy to support the safety, stability, and long-term well-being of children and families. Services are available in English and Spanish, with interpretation available in additional languages as needed.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Catholic Charities of Idaho offers a variety of low-cost immigration legal services for individuals eligible for immigration benefits.
Their services include:
Family-Based Petitions: Assistance in the preparation and submission of petitions to United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) for family members.
Citizenship and Naturalization: Consultations to determine eligibility and assistance with applications for naturalization or citizenship certifications.
Assistance for Victims of Crimes: Services for individuals who qualify under the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA), as well as those certified as victims of qualifying criminal activities, such as domestic violence, and their eligible family members.
Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA): Help for eligible youth and young adults to obtain work permits and protection from deportation through the DACA program.
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The LGBT Asylum Project is the only San Francisco nonprofit organization exclusively dedicated to providing accessible legal representation for LGBT asylum seekers who are fleeing persecution due to their sexual orientation, gender identity and/or HIV status.
The LGBT Asylum Project provides support to immigrants in the San Francisco Asylum Office jurisdiction (from Bakersfield, CA to Seattle, WA), who identify as LGBTQ+, and have been persecuted or have fears of future persecution if they return to their home country.
States served: Alaska, California, Nevada, Oregon, Washington.
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The Alabama Coalition for Immigrant Justice (ACIJ) provides key support to immigrant communities, focusing on:
Referrals to trusted immigration attorneys for cases like asylum, DACA, and deportation defense.
Know Your Rights workshops to educate immigrants on legal protections.
Free or low-cost legal clinics in partnership with local law firms.
Community navigation, helping immigrants access legal help and resources.
Emergency response support during detentions or raids.
Advocacy for immigrant-friendly policies at the state and local levels.
While ACIJ doesn’t offer direct legal representation, they connect individuals to reliable legal assistance.
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- [Legal Services, Resources and Support](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/9698):
The Asylum Seeker Advocacy Project (ASAP) is a nonprofit organization that provides vital support and advocacy for asylum seekers in the United States. Their main services include:
1. Membership-Based Support ASAP offers free membership to asylum seekers, giving them access to a variety of resources and tools. Members receive:
Legal updates tailored to asylum seekers' situations.
Know-your-rights guides and informational videos in multiple languages.
Access to emergency grants when available.
2. Legal Resources & Information While ASAP does not provide individual legal representation, they equip asylum seekers with: Step-by-step guides on navigating the asylum process.
Information about court procedures, work permits, and appeals.
Connections to pro bono (free) legal aid providers when possible.
3. Community Support & Advocacy ASAP amplifies the voices of asylum seekers by advocating for fair immigration policies at the national level.
4. Emergency Support ASAP offers limited emergency financial assistance (when funding is available) to members facing urgent needs, like food, housing, or medical care.
Who ASAP Serves: Anyone who has applied for asylum in the U.S., regardless of where they are in the process or whether they have legal representation, can become a member.
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- [Legal Services, Resources and Support](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/9699):
The Asylum Seeker Advocacy Project (ASAP) is a nonprofit organization that provides vital support and advocacy for asylum seekers in the United States. Their main services include:
1. Membership-Based Support ASAP offers free membership to asylum seekers, giving them access to a variety of resources and tools. Members receive:
Legal updates tailored to asylum seekers' situations.
Know-your-rights guides and informational videos in multiple languages.
Access to emergency grants when available.
2. Legal Resources & Information While ASAP does not provide individual legal representation, they equip asylum seekers with: Step-by-step guides on navigating the asylum process.
Information about court procedures, work permits, and appeals.
Connections to pro bono (free) legal aid providers when possible.
3. Community Support & Advocacy ASAP amplifies the voices of asylum seekers by advocating for fair immigration policies at the national level.
4. Emergency Support ASAP offers limited emergency financial assistance (when funding is available) to members facing urgent needs, like food, housing, or medical care.
Who ASAP Serves: Anyone who has applied for asylum in the U.S., regardless of where they are in the process or whether they have legal representation, can become a member.
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CUNY Citizenship Now! offers free legal help with immigration issues like naturalization, DACA, TPS, family petitions, document renewals/replacements, and fee waiver requests.
They provide legal advice and help with forms, but not court representation. Services are open to all New Yorkers, regardless of income or CUNY affiliation, helping immigrant youth and families gain legal stability.
They do not specialize in asylum or Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJ). They also do not provide legal assistance for any employment-related cases.
They have many locations throughout the five boroughs. Check their website for a full list of locations.
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CUNY Citizenship Now! offers free legal help with immigration issues like naturalization, DACA, TPS, family petitions, document renewals/replacements, and fee waiver requests.
They provide legal advice and help with forms, but not court representation. Services are open to all New Yorkers, regardless of income or CUNY affiliation, helping immigrant youth and families gain legal stability.
They do not specialize in asylum or Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJ). They also do not provide legal assistance for any employment-related cases.
They have many locations throughout the five boroughs. Check their website for a full list of locations.
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CUNY Citizenship Now! offers free legal help with immigration issues like naturalization, DACA, TPS, family petitions, document renewals/replacements, and fee waiver requests.
They provide legal advice and help with forms, but not court representation. Services are open to all New Yorkers, regardless of income or CUNY affiliation, helping immigrant youth and families gain legal stability.
They do not specialize in asylum or Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJ). They also do not provide legal assistance for any employment-related cases.
They have many locations throughout the five boroughs. Check their website for a full list of locations.
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CUNY Citizenship Now! offers free legal help with immigration issues like naturalization, DACA, TPS, family petitions, document renewals/replacements, and fee waiver requests.
They provide legal advice and help with forms, but not court representation. Services are open to all New Yorkers, regardless of income or CUNY affiliation, helping immigrant youth and families gain legal stability.
They do not specialize in asylum or Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJ). They also do not provide legal assistance for any employment-related cases.
They have many locations throughout the five boroughs. Check their website for a full list of locations.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
CUNY Citizenship Now! offers free legal help with immigration issues like naturalization, DACA, TPS, family petitions, document renewals/replacements, and fee waiver requests.
They provide legal advice and help with forms, but not court representation. Services are open to all New Yorkers, regardless of income or CUNY affiliation, helping immigrant youth and families gain legal stability.
They do not specialize in asylum or Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJ). They also do not provide legal assistance for any employment-related cases.
They have many locations throughout the five boroughs. Check their website for a full list of locations.
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Manzanita Immigration Legal Aid provides some services pro bono (free of charge), including naturalization and some removal defense. Other services are fee-based and offered on a sliding fee scale.
Immigration services:
Adjustment of Status
Naturalization
Consular Processing
Employment Authorization
Family Petitions
Temporary Protected Status
T and U Visas
Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) Petitions
Removal Defense (free of charge)
Special Immigrant Juvenile Status
MILA also provide language support for clients.
Counties Served: Spokane, Eastern Washington.
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Manzanita Immigration Legal Aid (MILA) provides some services pro bono (free of charge), including naturalization and some removal defense. Other services are fee-based and offered on a sliding fee scale.
Immigration services:
Adjustment of Status
Naturalization
Consular Processing
Employment Authorization
Family Petitions
Temporary Protected Status
T and U Visas
Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) Petitions
Removal Defense (free of charge)
Special Immigrant Juvenile Status
MILA also provide language support for clients.
Counties Served: Spokane, Eastern Washington.
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- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/9797):
Neighborhood Legal Services of Los Angeles County (NLSLA) is a legal services organization that provides free immigration legal help to low-income individuals and families in Los Angeles County.
They handle U Visas for victims of serious crimes, T Visas for trafficking survivors, VAWA petitions for survivors of domestic violence, adjustment of status for those eligible for permanent residency, and naturalization for immigrants seeking citizenship.
All immigration legal services are free for those who meet their income and eligibility requirements.
NLSLA also helps with housing challenges, health access, public benefits, and legal self-help centers for youth and families.
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- [Asistencia Legal y Otros Servicios de Apoyo](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/9798):
Neighborhood Legal Services of Los Angeles County (NLSLA) ofrece ayuda gratuita en casos de inmigración para personas y familias de bajos recursos en el condado de Los Ángeles.
Atienden solicitudes de U Visas para víctimas de delitos graves, T Visas para sobrevivientes de trata, peticiones bajo VAWA para sobrevivientes de violencia doméstica, ajuste de estatus para quienes califican a la residencia permanente y naturalización para inmigrantes que desean convertirse en ciudadanos.
Todos los servicios de inmigración son gratuitos para quienes cumplen con los requisitos de ingresos y elegibilidad.
NLSLA también brinda apoyo con asuntos de vivienda, acceso a servicios de salud, beneficios públicos y centros de autoayuda legal para jóvenes y familias.
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The South Carolina Victim Assistance Network (SCVAN) offers comprehensive legal services tailored to immigrants.
These services typically include assistance with immigration status adjustments, visa applications for victims of crimes, legal consultations, and support throughout legal processes.
SCVAN aims to empower immigrant victims by providing advocacy, information, and referrals to ensure their rights are protected within the legal system.
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- [Community Support Services ](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/9801):
Catholic Charities of Odessa primarily provides community support services rather than direct immigration legal representation.
They offer citizenship tutoring and referrals to immigration resources, and individuals in the Midland–Odessa area may be connected with immigration assistance through partner organizations and visiting legal service providers.
In addition to these services, they provide food assistance, clothing, utility and transportation assistance, housing support, case management, GED preparation, English as a Second Language (ESL) classes, financial literacy education, employment support, disaster assistance, and other programs designed to promote long-term stability and self-sufficiency.
Services are available in English and Spanish. Contact the organization directly to confirm current immigration-related services, eligibility requirements, and appointment availability.
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- [Legal Services and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/9802):
Mosaic Family Services offers support for immigrants, refugees, and survivors of domestic violence and human trafficking.
Services include emergency shelter, transitional housing, legal assistance such as help with immigration and family-related matters (not including in-court representation), counseling and therapy, and case management.
Mosaic also provides crisis intervention through a 24-hour hotline, client advocacy, and support for unaccompanied minors.
Additional services may include interpretation, transportation assistance, and community education to support safety and stability.
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Atlanta Legal Aid ofrece servicios legales gratuitos a inmigrantes de bajos ingresos, enfocándose en casos de asilo, Estatus de Protección Temporal (TPS), inmigración basada en la familia, autorización de trabajo y protección para sobrevivientes de violencia doméstica y trata de personas (VAWA, visas U y T).
También brindan asistencia en el acceso a beneficios públicos, derechos de vivienda y atención médica para inmigrantes elegibles. Su objetivo es ayudar a los inmigrantes a navegar sistemas legales complejos y lograr estabilidad para ellos y sus familias.
La información incluida aquí es actual y precisasegúnnuestromejorconocimiento. Comuníquese con ImportaMi vía e-mail eninfo.importami@rescue.orgsitienealgunapregunta o corrección.
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Safe Route, un programa de Lutheran Community Services Northwest, se enfoca en brindar servicios legales a inmigrantes y solicitantes de asilo.
El programa ofrece representación legal, asistencia con solicitudes de asilo, apoyo para obtener autorización de trabajo y orientación sobre procesos migratorios.
También ayudan con solicitudes de residencia permanente (green card), ciudadanía, y pueden conectar a los clientes con clases de inglés (ESL), asistencia con pasaportes o referencias comunitarias.
Safe Route tiene múltiples oficinas ubicadas en Oregón y Washington.
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Crittenton Center provides services focused on child care, family support, and child welfare, including:
Child Care & Preschool: High-quality early childhood education and care for children from birth to age 12.
Family Resource Center: Parenting support, education, and resources for families with children up to 17 years old.
Transitional Therapeutic Home: Emergency shelter and support for children (0-18) facing abuse, neglect, or crisis.
Supervised Apartment Living: Transitional housing and life skills training for young adults (16.5-21) aging out of foster care.
Counties served: Woodbury, Plymouth, Sioux
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- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services ](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/9810):
Catholic Charities Family & Community Services (CCFCS) in Rochester provides immigration legal assistance and support to immigrants and refugees at all stages.
Their Immigration team includes Department of Justice-accredited representatives and offers services such as citizenship and naturalization assistance, family-based petitions, adjustment of status, green card renewal, work authorization, and other immigration application help.
The agency also offers ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) classes to support English proficiency and citizenship preparation.
CCFCS maintains walk-in and appointment hours for immigration matters.
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- [Integrated Legal and Social Services ](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/9812):
Rochester Refugee Resettlement Services (RRRS) in Rochester offers refugee resettlement support including housing assistance, education pathways, job navigation, and guidance on immigration applications such as naturalization, green cards, work permits, travel documents, asylum, and Temporary Protected Status
Services are provided to support refugees as they build self-sufficiency and adjust to life in the United States.
RRRS does not focus on removal defense.
County served: Monroe
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- [Community Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/9813):
Brooklyn Public Library (BPL) offers free legal help for immigrants through trusted partners like ActionNYC and Immigrant Justice Corps.
You can get help with things like citizenship, green card renewals, DACA, and TPS.
These services include legal screenings and help with applications, but they do not include full legal representation in court.
Services are free and open to everyone, no matter your immigration status.
BPL also offers citizenship classes, English conversation groups, and programs that support immigrant youth and families.
To get started, call the Immigration Legal Hotline at 800-354-0365 or 311 and say “ActionNYC."
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- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/9814):
The Hispanic Interest Coalition of Alabama ¡HICA! Immigration and Citizenship program helps immigrants and their families with legal services.
They do not offer direct legal representation in court or removal defense, but they help with naturalization (becoming a U.S. citizen), DACA renewals, family-based petitions, and humanitarian cases like U Visas, T Visas, and VAWA.
They also protect the community from immigration fraud and speak up for immigrant rights through advocacy.
They also teach ESL and civics classes to help people get ready for the citizenship test.
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Casas Immigration is a private immigration law firm that offers legal help for many types of immigration cases.
They work on family-based petitions, DACA (Deferred Action), TPS (Temporary Protected Status), deportation and removal defense, and citizenship or naturalization.
They do not take asylum cases.
Casas Immigration has offices in Illinois and Florida, but they can also help clients across the U.S. and in other countries.
Since this is a private firm, services are not free, but you can visit their website to check consultation fees or make an appointment online.
County served in IL: Cook
County served in FL: Orange
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Casas Immigration is a private immigration law firm that offers legal help for many types of immigration cases.
They work on family-based petitions, DACA (Deferred Action), TPS (Temporary Protected Status), deportation and removal defense, and citizenship or naturalization.
They do not take asylum cases.
Casas Immigration has offices in Illinois and Florida, but they can also help clients across the U.S. and in other countries.
Since this is a private firm, services are not free, but you can visit their website to check consultation fees or make an appointment online.
County served in IL: Cook
County served in FL: Orange
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Legal Services Alabama (LSA) provides free legal help in family law matters for people with low income.
Their lawyers assist with things like custody, guardianship, divorce, and protection from abuse.
These services are available to individuals who qualify based on income, and they can be important for youth or families needing support through the court system.
LSA serves all 67 counties in Alabama and has offices across the state.
While they don’t handle immigration cases, they can help with family court issues that affect stability and safety at home.
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The Immigrant Legal Advocacy Project (ILAP) provides vital legal services to immigrants, including assistance with immigration status applications, family reunification, asylum applications, and advocacy for immigrant rights.
They offer legal representation, education on immigration laws, and support navigating the complex legal system to ensure immigrants have access to fair and just processes.
Offices in Portland and Lewiston.
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Justice for Migrant Families’ Accompaniment Program supports immigrants in Western New York by offering one-on-one help with court hearings, ICE check-ins, DMV visits, medical appointments, school enrollment, and more.
Trained volunteers accompany individuals to reduce fear, provide emotional support, and ensure access to services. The program also offers phone support for detainees, release assistance, and community integration activities.
County served: Erie
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The Immigrant Legal Advocacy Project (ILAP) provides vital legal services to immigrants, including assistance with immigration status applications, family reunification, asylum applications, and advocacy for immigrant rights.
They offer legal representation, education on immigration laws, and support navigating the complex legal system to ensure immigrants have access to fair and just processes.
Offices in Portland and Lewiston.
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The African Cultural Alliance of North America (ACANA) helps immigrants and refugees—especially from African and Caribbean communities—with legal services in Philadelphia. They offer help with green card applications and renewals, asylum, naturalization (citizenship), family petitions (like I-130 and I-129F), and deportation defense. They also assist with work permits, family reunification, and consular processing.
ACANA supports people with small business help (like creating a nonprofit or business) and offers legal help for family law and minor criminal charges. Services are free or low-cost.
Area served: Philadelphia
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- [Legal Services and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/9839):
Pine Tree Legal Assistance (PTLA) offers free civil legal aid to low-income individuals, including immigrants.
While PTLA does not list specific immigration services, they provide assistance in areas that may be relevant to immigrants, such as:
Housing Issues: Support with evictions, unsafe housing conditions, and landlord-tenant disputes.
Farmworker Rights: Through their Farmworker Unit, PTLA assists individuals working in agriculture, forestry, packing houses, seafood processing, and wreath making with legal issues related to employment.
Education and Employment: Guidance on rights related to work and schooling.
Domestic Violence and Abuse: Support for survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and stalking, including assistance with protection orders and related legal matters.
PTLA also offers resources in multiple languages and provides free translation services upon request. To access their services (in 6 Maine regions), individuals can call during specified hours or visit one of their offices.
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The Wasatch Immigration Project (WIP) is a nonprofit law firm that provides pro bono and low-cost legal services to immigrants in Utah's Wasatch Back region.
Their mission focuses on assisting asylum seekers, victims of domestic violence, trafficking, other serious crimes, and unaccompanied minors who have experienced abuse, abandonment, or neglect.
WIP offers a range of legal services, including:
Asylum Claims: Both affirmative and defensive applications.
T Visas: For victims of human trafficking.
U Visas: For victims of certain crimes who have suffered mental or physical abuse and are helpful to law enforcement.
VAWA Cases: Assistance under the Violence Against Women Act.
Special Immigrant Juvenile (SIJ) Status: For minors who have been abused, abandoned, or neglected.
Unaccompanied Minors Cases: Legal support for minors without guardians.
WIP collaborates with local organizations such as the Park City Community Foundation, People's Health Clinic, Peace House, and Wasatch Latino Coalition to provide comprehensive support to immigrants through outreach, education, and events.
For more information or assistance, individuals can contact WIP at (801) 683-9613 or via email at info@wasatchimmigrationproject.org.
Legal Services
Asistencia Legal
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The Long Island Immigration Clinic (LIIC), supported by the Sisters of St. Joseph in Brentwood, New York, helps undocumented immigrants on Long Island. They assist individuals in obtaining legal status, educate them about their rights, and guide them to advocate for themselves in court and their communities.
LIIC welcomes all undocumented immigrants in need of support.
County served: Suffolk
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- [Community Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/9842):
Guadalupan Multicultural Services – La Casita offers low-cost immigration help in Birmingham, Alabama.
They assist people with filling out immigration forms and navigating the immigration process, but do not offer legal representation in immigration court.
Services follow a fee guide from the Catholic Legal Immigration Network (CLINIC).
Appointments are required, and services are offered Monday through Thursday.
County served: Jefferson
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- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services ](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/9843):
Catholic Social Services offers low-cost legal immigration services and emergency financial and material assistance.
Legal immigration services may include DACA, legal permanent resident matters, travel document applications, consular processing, asylee/refugee petitions, and citizenship.
Emergency assistance may include food, clothing, furniture, appliances, household items, personal hygiene items, medicine, utilities, rent, and transportation assistance.
Legal services are offered in the Dothan, Mobile, and Montgomery locations, but do not focus on removal defense.
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Dumas Wesley Community Center in Mobile, Alabama, partners with Gulf States Immigration Services, a DOJ-recognized organization, to offer trusted legal help for immigrants.
Although they do not provide deportation defense or specific legal assistance for unaccompanied minors, their accredited staff can help with citizenship applications, family petitions, green card renewals, and travel documents.
Appointments are required, and fees are based on a sliding scale to stay affordable.
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Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Albany provides immigration legal assistance to low-income individuals and families across the Capital Region and surrounding upstate counties, including Albany, Rensselaer, Saratoga, Schenectady, Schoharie, Columbia, Greene, Otsego, Delaware, Fulton, Herkimer, Montgomery, Warren, and Washington.
Services include consultation, counseling, and preparation of applications and petitions for lawful permanent residence, U.S. citizenship, work authorization, DACA and TPS status, consular processing, and family-based petitions. Assistance is also available for victims of human trafficking.
While the program focuses primarily on affirmative immigration applications (rather than court representation), consultations may help clients better understand their legal options and connect with appropriate legal resources when needed.
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- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/9847):
Catholic Charities Diocese of Cleveland offers low-cost legal help for immigrants. They assist with many immigration issues, like applying for citizenship, green cards, work permits, and protection for victims of crime or abuse.
They also help with DACA and represent people in immigration court.
Services are available in different languages.
A consultation costs $40, but this can be reduced or waived based on financial need.
Appointments are required and can be made by calling (216) 939-3769.
They offer appointments twice a month in Painesville and Akron.
Counties served: Ashland, Cuyahoga, Geauga, Lake, Lorain, Medina, Summit, Wayne.
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- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/9848):
Catholic Charities Diocese of Cleveland offers low-cost legal help for immigrants.
They assist with many immigration issues, like applying for citizenship, green cards, work permits, protection for victims of crime or abuse, DACA and represent people in immigration court.
They also have other assistance programs such as emergency assistance, food support, counseling, mental health and substance use services, employment services, and programs for children, families, older adults, and people with disabilities.
Services are available in different languages.
Appointments are required and can be made by calling (216) 939-3769.
They offer appointments twice a month in Painesville and Akron.
Counties served: Ashland, Cuyahoga, Geauga, Lake, Lorain, Medina, Summit, Wayne.
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- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/9849):
Catholic Charities Diocese of Cleveland offers low-cost legal help for immigrants.
They assist with many immigration issues, like applying for citizenship, green cards, work permits, protection for victims of crime or abuse, DACA and represent people in immigration court.
They also have other assistance programs such as emergency assistance, food support, counseling, mental health and substance use services, employment services, and programs for children, families, older adults, and people with disabilities.
Services are available in different languages.
Appointments are required and can be made by calling (216) 939-3769.
They offer appointments twice a month in Painesville and Akron.
Counties served: Ashland, Cuyahoga, Geauga, Lake, Lorain, Medina, Summit, Wayne.
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- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/9850):
The International Welcome Center (IWC) provides low-cost legal help to immigrants and refugees.
Their legal team is DOJ-recognized and can represent people in immigration cases.
They do not offer direct legal representation in court or removal defense for unaccompanied minors but provide other legal services including DACA renewals, green card applications, family petitions, asylum, TPS, naturalization, T and U visas, VAWA, and more.
IWC also offers housing help, furniture, ESL classes, driving support, and case management.
They support people regardless of immigration status, but some services (like naturalization) require a green card.
Appointments are required and can be held by Zoom, phone, in-person, or even at home. Services are in multiple languages.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/9851):
Logistic Assistance for Migrant People (LAMP) offers immigration legal services and basic needs support to migrants in northwest Ohio.
They do not offer direct legal representation in court or removal defense for unaccompanied minors but their legal team can assist with green cards, work permits, family petitions, DACA, waivers, and naturalization.
LAMP also provides help with food, housing, and temporary shelter.
Services are offered at offices in Archbold and Toledo.
Interpretation is available for non-English speakers.
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- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/9852):
Logistic Assistance for Migrant People (LAMP) offers immigration legal services and basic needs support to migrants in northwest Ohio.
They do not offer direct legal representation in court or removal defense for unaccompanied minors but their legal team can assist with green cards, work permits, family petitions, DACA, waivers, and naturalization.
LAMP also provides help with food, housing, and temporary shelter.
Services are offered at offices in Archbold and Toledo.
Interpretation is available for non-English speakers.
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- [Legal and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/9854):
Proyecto Inmigrante ICS offers immigration legal services and immigration counseling to low-income individuals and families in Texas and New Mexico, with offices in Grand Prairie, Irving (virtual), Wichita Falls (virtual), and Las Cruces.
The organization provides assistance with family-based petitions, adjustment of status, consular processing, employment authorization, DACA renewals, Temporary Protected Status (TPS), asylum applications, Special Immigrant Juvenile (SIJ) visas, T visas, U visas, VAWA petitions, cancellation of removal, waivers, fiancé(e) visas, removal of conditional status, and naturalization (N-400).
Services include help completing forms, legal consultation, citizenship classes, document translation for immigration matters, and credential evaluation processing.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Restoration Immigration Legal Aid (RILA) offers free immigration legal help to asylum-seekers and children and teens who may qualify for Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS).
RILA supports asylum cases (both defensive and affirmative) and helps eligible clients apply for work permits and Social Security cards.
If a youth receives asylum or SIJ approval, RILA may also help them apply for a green card when it’s time.
Most of their clients are under 18, and all services are completely free.
They mostly help young people living in Northern Virginia—especially in Loudoun, Arlington, Alexandria, Prince William, and Fairfax counties.
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- [Community Support Services ](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/9856):
Church World Service (CWS) Harrisonburg supports unaccompanied children (UCs) after they’re released from federal custody.
Through their Home Study and Post Release Services (HSPRS) program, they help children reunite with sponsors and adjust to life in the U.S.
Caseworkers support families with needs like safety, mental health, school, and legal help. Many Unaccompanied Children are eligible for Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS), and CWS raises funds to help cover legal costs.
Services are child-centered, trauma-informed, and focused on safety and long-term stability for each child and their sponsor family.
In addition, CWS delivers social services such as case management, access to basic needs and healthcare referrals, employment readiness support, language access and interpretation, and community orientation, all grounded in a culturally responsive, trauma-informed approach that promotes safety, stability, and long-term integration.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Charleston Legal Access is a nonprofit law firm that helps people who cannot afford a private lawyer.
They offer low-cost legal help with family issues (like divorce and custody), housing problems (like eviction), immigration (like DACA or asylum), and more.
Prices depend on your income, starting at $60/hour. You may qualify if your income is just above the poverty line.
Counties served: Charleston, Berkeley, and Dorchester counties.
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- [Community Support Services ](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/9860):
Hispanic Alliance offers statewide resource navigation and community support for Hispanic and immigrant communities in South Carolina, including help connecting to legal information, education, health, and financial stability services.
They provide bilingual resource support, Know Your Rights cards, and referrals through its statewide network.
They also offer education support through Student DREAMers Alliance and shares legal rights information for immigrants.
Services are designed to help people find trusted community resources and understand available options in South Carolina
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The Briggs Center for Faith & Action, located in Washington, D.C., offers free legal immigration help for low-income families and individuals.
They do not offer direct legal representation in court or removal defense, but they provide support to those people applying for asylum, green cards, work permits, citizenship, Temporary Protected Status (TPS), and other humanitarian relief.
They also help with family petitions and D.C. ID card applications. Services are available in English, Spanish, and other languages as needed.
Anyone seeking help must schedule an appointment first.
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- [Community Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/9888):
Chesapeake Multicultural Resource Center (ChesMRC) in Easton, Maryland, is a non-profit organization focused on empowering people from different cultures.
They cannot represent clients in immigration court or removal proceedings but can assist with green cards, citizenship, family petitions, DACA/TPS renewals, and other common immigration processes.
In addition, ChesMRC supports immigrant youth through after-school programs, summer camps, and school enrollment assistance.
Services are available in English and Spanish, and are free or low-cost depending on the case.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Torture Abolition and Survivors Support Coalition International (TASSC) offers free immigration legal services to survivors of torture and other immigrants in the Washington, D.C. metro area.
Their team provides assistance with asylum applications, Temporary Protected Status (TPS), family-based petitions, adjustment of status, T visas, U visas, VAWA-related cases, and work authorization renewals.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Abundant Love Worship Center in Randallstown, Maryland, provides low-cost immigration legal services through its Immigrant Services Office.
They help with green cards, work permits, family petitions, asylum, TPS, DACA renewals, deportation defense, and support for victims of crime or abuse (including U visas and VAWA).
Services are available to everyone, especially those living in Maryland or with court cases in Maryland. They also offer free consultations.
Help is available in English and Spanish, and their team walks people through the legal process step by step.
While they do not provide deportation defense, they can connect individuals with other local resources.
Counties served: Baltimore
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- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/9906):
Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Washington offers immigration legal services, refugee and immigrant support, English language classes, case management, employment connections, and resource navigation for immigrants and refugees.
They assist with immigration matters including asylum, citizenship, family petitions, DACA, TPS, SIJS, T visas, U visas, VAWA petitions, and support for unaccompanied children.
Services are available for foreign-born individuals and families across Washington, D.C. and nearby Maryland communities.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Immigrant Connection at LifePoint Church in Waldorf, Maryland, offers affordable immigration legal services.
Their Department of Justice-accredited representative assists with family-based petitions, adjustment of status, citizenship, work authorizations, and provides consultations to explain immigration options.
Translation services are also available. Services are offered in English and Spanish, with additional language support in Tagalog, French, and Swahili.
Appointments are required.
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Lutheran Social Services of the National Capital Area (LSSNCA) offers legal help to immigrants and refugees.
They assist with applying for citizenship, family reunification, green cards, work permits, and more.
Their legal team includes attorneys and staff trained and approved by the U.S. Department of Justice.
They speak multiple languages and are experienced in helping people through the immigration system.
Services are available in the Washington, D.C. metro area and may have a fee depending on the type of help needed.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Spanish Speaking Community of Maryland (SSCM) ofrece apoyo legal y comunitario para inmigrantes.
Ayudan con solicitudes de asilo, visas U para personas que han sufrido crimen, y peticiones VAWA para sobrevivientes de abuso. También apoyan con la salida de custodia migratoria y la reunificación familiar.
SSCM ofrece traducción de documentos, ayuda con temas escolares y de vivienda, y apoyo para conseguir atención médica y comida.
Los servicios están disponibles en inglés y español.
SSCM también conecta a las personas con otras organizaciones confiables.
Area atendida: Frederick, Montgomery.
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- [Community Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/9912):
The Susan Denison Mona Center in Temple Hills, Maryland, offers health, dental, legal, and food support services through Catholic Charities.
The medical clinic provides full primary care, including endocrinology.
The dental clinic offers cleanings, fillings, root canals, and more, by appointment and with fees based on income.
The Legal Network gives free civil legal help for things like family law and wills, connecting people with volunteer attorneys.
The center also has an urban farm that grows fresh vegetables used in meal programs.
Services are available in English and Spanish.
Appointments are required for most programs.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Global Refuge, formerly Lutheran Immigration and Refugee Service, offers low-cost immigration legal help to people across the U.S. based on capacity.
They offers a range of immigration legal services including immigration screening and consultations, work permit applications (EADs), temporary protected status (TPS) & reparole, and DACA applications, family-based sponsorship & family reunification, affirmative asylum, adjustment of Status (AOS) to Lawful Permanent Resident (LPR), Green Card renewals, and naturalization & certificates of citizenship.
They do not handle defensive asylum or other court-based cases.
Services start with a legal consultation for $85 to review your case and explain next steps.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Global Refuge, formerly Lutheran Immigration and Refugee Service, offers low-cost immigration legal help to people across the U.S. based on capacity.
They offers a range of immigration legal services including immigration screening and consultations, work permit applications (EADs), temporary protected status (TPS) & reparole, and DACA applications, family-based sponsorship & family reunification, affirmative asylum, adjustment of Status (AOS) to Lawful Permanent Resident (LPR), Green Card renewals, and naturalization & certificates of citizenship.
They do not handle defensive asylum or other court-based cases.
Services start with a legal consultation for $85 to review your case and explain next steps.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Global Refuge, formerly Lutheran Immigration and Refugee Service, offers low-cost immigration legal help to people across the U.S. based on capacity.
They offers a range of immigration legal services including immigration screening and consultations, work permit applications (EADs), temporary protected status (TPS) & reparole, and DACA applications, family-based sponsorship & family reunification, affirmative asylum, adjustment of Status (AOS) to Lawful Permanent Resident (LPR), Green Card renewals, and naturalization & certificates of citizenship.
They do not handle defensive asylum or other court-based cases.
Services start with a legal consultation for $85 to review your case and explain next steps.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/9916):
Center for New Americans offers free English classes for immigrant adults, along with citizenship and immigration legal services, career preparation, and support services.
They serve immigrants, refugees, and asylum seekers in Western Massachusetts and provide classes at multiple locations and online.
Services include ESOL instruction, assistance with job applications and career coaching, and referrals to housing, healthcare, childcare, and other community resources.
Some immigration legal services are available, including help with citizenship and certain humanitarian applications.
They do not focus on removal defense.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/9917):
Center for New Americans offers free English classes for immigrant adults, along with citizenship and immigration legal services, career preparation, and support services.
They serve immigrants, refugees, and asylum seekers in Western Massachusetts and provide classes at multiple locations and online.
Services include ESOL instruction, assistance with job applications and career coaching, and referrals to housing, healthcare, childcare, and other community resources.
Some immigration legal services are available, including help with citizenship and certain humanitarian applications.
They do not focus on removal defense.
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- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/9918):
Center for New Americans offers free English classes for immigrant adults, along with citizenship and immigration legal services, career preparation, and support services.
They serve immigrants, refugees, and asylum seekers in Western Massachusetts and provide classes at multiple locations and online.
Services include ESOL instruction, assistance with job applications and career coaching, and referrals to housing, healthcare, childcare, and other community resources.
Some immigration legal services are available, including help with citizenship and certain humanitarian applications.
They do not focus on removal defense.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/9919):
Center for New Americans offers free English classes for immigrant adults, along with citizenship and immigration legal services, career preparation, and support services.
They serve immigrants, refugees, and asylum seekers in Western Massachusetts and provide classes at multiple locations and online.
Services include ESOL instruction, assistance with job applications and career coaching, and referrals to housing, healthcare, childcare, and other community resources.
Some immigration legal services are available, including help with citizenship and certain humanitarian applications.
They do not focus on removal defense.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/9920):
Casa Myrna offers free legal help for people who have experienced domestic or dating violence. Their legal advocates help with restraining orders, child custody, divorce, and housing issues.
They support survivors in court, help them understand their rights, and connect them to lawyers when needed.
While they don’t provide full legal representation themselves, they partner with other legal services to make sure survivors get the help they need.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/9921):
Centro Católico Hispano in Gaithersburg of Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Washington offers immigration legal services, refugee and immigrant support, English language classes, case management, employment connections, and resource navigation for immigrants and refugees.
They assist with immigration matters including asylum, citizenship, family petitions, DACA, TPS, SIJS, T visas, U visas, VAWA petitions, and support for unaccompanied children.
Services are available for foreign-born individuals and families across Washington, D.C. and nearby Maryland communities.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/9929):
The Community Resource Center (CRC) in Mamaroneck, NY, helps immigrants with legal immigration services, including consultations, help with paperwork, and support through the immigration process.
They assist with things like family petitions, citizenship, DACA, green cards, and work permits.
These services are provided by accredited representatives and often at low or no cost.
CRC also connects people with housing and employment resources and supports immigrant youth through education and community programs.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/9930):
Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Oklahoma City provides low-cost immigration legal services for low-income immigrants, including citizenship and naturalization applications, family-based petitions, adjustment of status, work permits, green card renewals, VAWA petitions, and T and U visas.
They primarily assist with applications before USCIS and do not provide representation for immigration court removal proceedings.
Services are available in English and Spanish.
In addition to immigration legal services, they offers refugee and Afghan newcomer support, assistance for older adults, support for pregnant women and families, food assistance and other basic needs services, financial education, employment support, and a variety of community programs designed to promote family stability and well-being.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/9934):
Boston Area Rape Crisis Center (BARCC) offers free immigration legal services to survivors of sexual violence, regardless of immigration status.
Their team assists with applications for U visas (for crime victims), T visas (for trafficking survivors), and VAWA self-petitions (for survivors of abuse by a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident).
They also provide consultations to explore other immigration options and can refer clients to additional resources.
Services are available in English and Spanish, with interpretation in other languages upon request.
All information shared is confidential and not reported to law enforcement or immigration authorities, except in rare legal situations.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Asistencia Legal y Otros Servicios de Apoyo](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/9935):
Boston Area Rape Crisis Center (BARCC) ofrece servicios legales de inmigración gratuitos a sobrevivientes de violencia sexual, sin importar su estatus migratorio.
Su equipo ayuda con solicitudes de visas U (para víctimas de delitos), visas T (para sobrevivientes de trata) y peticiones bajo la Ley VAWA (para sobrevivientes de abuso por parte de un ciudadano o residente legal permanente de EE. UU.).
También brindan consultas para explorar otras opciones migratorias y pueden referir a recursos adicionales.
Los servicios están disponibles en inglés y español, con interpretación en otros idiomas si se solicita.
Toda la información compartida es confidencial y no se reporta a las autoridades, salvo en raras situaciones legales.
La información incluida aquí es actual y precisasegúnnuestromejorconocimiento. Comuníquese con ImportaMi vía e-mail eninfo.importami@rescue.orgsitienealgunapregunta o corrección.
Chris Foundation, Inc. is a nonprofit organization based in Burlington, Massachusetts, dedicated to supporting low-income and immigrant communities. They offer comprehensive immigration services, including assistance with asylum applications, Temporary Protected Status (TPS), and Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS) for children.
The foundation also aids survivors of domestic violence, crime, or human trafficking in applying for U visas, T visas, or protections under the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA).
Services are designed to be low-cost or free, ensuring accessibility for those in need.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Greater Boston Legal Services (GBLS) gives free legal help to low-income people in Boston and 31 nearby towns.
They help with civil (non-criminal) issues like immigration, housing, jobs, family law, and disability rights.
GBLS mainly supports people living in poverty, elders, people with disabilities, and immigrants.
You must have a low income to qualify.
Languages: Spanish, Portuguese, Haitian Creole, French, and other languages through interpretation services.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Services and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/9938):
Immigrant Connection at Awaken City Church offers citizenship classes, conversational English classes, and family resource nights.
They also provides assistance with basic needs such as food and shelter and connects individuals to an accredited low-cost legal immigration office.
Services include educational support and referrals to immigration legal services, along with help accessing essential resources.
You can schedule a legal consultation online for $75.
They do not offer direct legal representation in court for removal defense.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Community Support Services ](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/9939):
Immigrant Family Services Institute (IFSI) helps immigrant families, especially from Haiti, adjust to life in the U.S.
They offer after-school and summer programs for kids, including music and arts. Teens can join leadership programs to learn media and tutoring skills.
Adults can take English and computer classes, and get job training, including nursing assistant courses.
IFSI also provides mental health counseling, help with legal paperwork like asylum and work permits, and guidance on finding housing and healthcare. .
Most services are free or low-cost.
They also have offices in New York and Florida.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Community Support Services ](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/9940):
Immigrant Family Services Institute (IFSI) helps immigrant families, especially from Haiti, adjust to life in the U.S.
They offer after-school and summer programs for kids, including music and arts. Teens can join leadership programs to learn media and tutoring skills.
Adults can take English and computer classes, and get job training, including nursing assistant courses.
IFSI also provides mental health counseling, help with legal paperwork like asylum and work permits, and guidance on finding housing and healthcare.
They support immigrants through advocacy and community education.
Most services are free or low-cost.
They also have offices in New York and Florida.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Community Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/9941):
Immigrant Family Services Institute (IFSI) helps immigrant families, especially from Haiti, adjust to life in the U.S.
They offer after-school and summer programs for kids, including music and arts. Teens can join leadership programs to learn media and tutoring skills.
Adults can take English and computer classes, and get job training, including nursing assistant courses.
IFSI also provides mental health counseling, help with legal paperwork like asylum and work permits, and guidance on finding housing and healthcare.
Most services are free or low-cost.
They also have offices in New York and Florida.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Community Support Services ](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/9942):
Immigrant Family Services Institute (IFSI) helps immigrant families, especially from Haiti, adjust to life in the U.S.
They offer after-school and summer programs for kids, including music and arts.
Teens can join leadership programs to learn media and tutoring skills.
Adults can take English and computer classes, and get job training, including nursing assistant courses.
IFSI also provides mental health counseling, help with legal paperwork like asylum and work permits, and guidance on finding housing and healthcare.
They support immigrants through advocacy and community education.
Most services are free or low-cost.
They also have offices in New York and Massachusetts.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services ](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/9943):
Immigrant Family Services Institute (IFSI) helps immigrant families, especially from Haiti, adjust to life in the U.S.
IFSI offers ofters:
Help with legal paperwork like asylum and work permits
School and summer programs for kids, including music and arts. Teens can join leadership programs to learn media and tutoring skills.
Adults can take English and computer classes, and get job training, including nursing assistant courses.
Mental health counseling
Guidance on finding housing and healthcare.
They support immigrants through advocacy and community education. Most services are free or low-cost.
IFSI has more offices in Florida and Massachusetts.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services ](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/9944):
Immigrant Family Services Institute (IFSI) helps immigrant families, especially from Haiti, adjust to life in the U.S.
IFSI offers ofters:
Help with legal paperwork like asylum and work permits
School and summer programs for kids, including music and arts. Teens can join leadership programs to learn media and tutoring skills.
Adults can take English and computer classes, and get job training, including nursing assistant courses.
Mental health counseling
Guidance on finding housing and healthcare.
They support immigrants through advocacy and community education. Most services are free or low-cost.
IFSI has more offices in Florida and Massachusetts.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services ](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/9947):
International Institute of New England offers refugee resettlement, education, employment support, immigration legal services, and case management for refugees and immigrants.
Services include airport reception, help securing housing, basic needs support, enrollment in healthcare, school enrollment for children, English language classes, cultural orientation, and job placement assistance.
The organization also provides citizenship and immigration legal services, financial coaching programs, and support for unaccompanied children, including family reunification and case management.
Programs help newcomers apply for public benefits, access transportation, and connect to community resources while working toward long-term self-sufficiency.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services ](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/9948):
International Institute of New England offers refugee resettlement, education, employment support, immigration legal services, and case management for refugees and immigrants.
Services include airport reception, help securing housing, basic needs support, enrollment in healthcare, school enrollment for children, English language classes, cultural orientation, and job placement assistance.
The organization also provides citizenship and immigration legal services, financial coaching programs, and support for unaccompanied children, including family reunification and case management.
Programs help newcomers apply for public benefits, access transportation, and connect to community resources while working toward long-term self-sufficiency.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services ](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/9949):
International Institute of New England offers refugee resettlement, education, employment support, immigration legal services, and case management for refugees and immigrants.
Services include airport reception, help securing housing, basic needs support, enrollment in healthcare, school enrollment for children, English language classes, cultural orientation, and job placement assistance.
The organization also provides citizenship and immigration legal services, financial coaching programs, and support for unaccompanied children, including family reunification and case management.
Programs help newcomers apply for public benefits, access transportation, and connect to community resources while working toward long-term self-sufficiency.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/9951):
Jewish Family Service of Western Massachusetts (JFSWM) offers immigration and refugee support services for people at all stages of their journey.
Accredited staff assist with immigration applications, including asylum, family reunification, adjustment of status, and citizenship.
They also provide free English and civics classes, citizenship tutoring, and help with fee waivers.
They support newly arrived immigrants and refugees with housing, employment services, healthcare connections, and other basic needs.
Services are open to asylum seekers, green card holders, refugees, and other immigrants.
Language support is available, and all services are welcoming, confidential, and culturally sensitive.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Community Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/9952):
Lawrence Prospera is a community-based nonprofit in Lawrence, MA, supporting immigrant families through education and legal services.
The Maria del Pilar Quintana Family Center offers assistance with naturalization applications, green card renewals, fee waivers, and change of address forms.
They also provide ESL and citizenship classes to help adults prepare for the U.S. citizenship interview and improve English proficiency.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services ](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/9953):
Massachusetts Alliance of Portuguese Speakers (MAPS) offers free immigration support to help immigrants settle and thrive in Massachusetts. They assist with green card renewals, citizenship applications, and other legal paperwork.
Their team also helps with housing, job searches, health insurance, and fuel assistance. Services are available in English and Portuguese, and they welcome immigrants from all backgrounds.
To qualify, you must be an immigrant living in Massachusetts. MAPS has offices in Cambridge, Brighton, Dorchester, Lowell, and Framingham.
All services are free, and appointments are recommended.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Services and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/9954):
Massachusetts Alliance of Portuguese Speakers (MAPS) offers free immigration support to help immigrants settle and thrive in Massachusetts. They assist with green card renewals, citizenship applications, and other legal paperwork.
Their team also helps with housing, job searches, health insurance, and fuel assistance. Services are available in English and Portuguese, and they welcome immigrants from all backgrounds.
To qualify, you must be an immigrant living in Massachusetts. MAPS has offices in Cambridge, Brighton, Dorchester, Lowell, and Framingham.
All services are free, and appointments are recommended.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services ](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/9955):
Massachusetts Alliance of Portuguese Speakers (MAPS) offers free immigration support to help immigrants settle and thrive in Massachusetts. They assist with green card renewals, citizenship applications, and other legal paperwork.
Their team also helps with housing, job searches, health insurance, and fuel assistance. Services are available in English and Portuguese, and they welcome immigrants from all backgrounds.
To qualify, you must be an immigrant living in Massachusetts. MAPS has offices in Cambridge, Brighton, Dorchester, Lowell, and Framingham.
All services are free, and appointments are recommended.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services ](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/9956):
Massachusetts Alliance of Portuguese Speakers (MAPS) offers free immigration support to help immigrants settle and thrive in Massachusetts. They assist with green card renewals, citizenship applications, and other legal paperwork.
Their team also helps with housing, job searches, health insurance, and fuel assistance. Services are available in English and Portuguese, and they welcome immigrants from all backgrounds.
To qualify, you must be an immigrant living in Massachusetts. MAPS has offices in Cambridge, Brighton, Dorchester, Lowell, and Framingham.
All services are free, and appointments are recommended.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Massachusetts Alliance of Portuguese Speakers (MAPS) offers free immigration support to help immigrants settle and thrive in Massachusetts. They assist with green card renewals, citizenship applications, and other legal paperwork.
Their team also helps with housing, job searches, health insurance, and fuel assistance. Services are available in English and Portuguese, and they welcome immigrants from all backgrounds.
To qualify, you must be an immigrant living in Massachusetts. MAPS has offices in Cambridge, Brighton, Dorchester, Lowell, and Framingham.
All services are free, and appointments are recommended.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services ](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/9958):
Massachusetts Alliance of Portuguese Speakers (MAPS) offers free immigration support to help immigrants settle and thrive in Massachusetts. They assist with green card renewals, citizenship applications, and other legal paperwork. Their team also helps with housing, job searches, health insurance, and fuel assistance.
Services are available in English and Portuguese, and they welcome immigrants from all backgrounds. To qualify, you must be an immigrant living in Massachusetts.
MAPS has offices in Cambridge, Brighton, Dorchester, Lowell, and Framingham.
All services are free, and appointments are recommended.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Massachusetts Alliance of Portuguese Speakers (MAPS) offers free immigration support to help immigrants settle and thrive in Massachusetts. They assist with green card renewals, citizenship applications, and other legal paperwork.
Their team also helps with housing, job searches, health insurance, and fuel assistance. Services are available in English and Portuguese, and they welcome immigrants from all backgrounds.
To qualify, you must be an immigrant living in Massachusetts. MAPS has offices in Cambridge, Brighton, Dorchester, Lowell, and Framingham.
All services are free, and appointments are recommended.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/9960):
Safe Passage offers confidential support for adults and children of all genders who have experienced domestic violence or relationship abuse.
Safe Passage provides a helpline, trauma-informed individual and group counseling, safety planning, legal advocacy, and housing support.
Services may include court and legal assistance, referrals to attorneys, support groups, and children’s advocacy.
The organization also offers outreach and education and provides services in English and Spanish. Special support is available for immigrants, LGBTQ+ people, children, and people with disabilities.
Services are free and focused on helping survivors increase safety and access resources.
Safe Passage offers legal advocacy but does not focus on removal.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
South Coastal Counties Legal Services offers free legal help to low-income immigrants in Southeastern Massachusetts.
Their immigration team assists with asylum applications, Temporary Protected Status (TPS), and Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS) for children.
They also help survivors of domestic violence, crime, or human trafficking apply for U visas, T visas, or protections under the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA).
These services are provided through their Justice Center of Southeast Massachusetts.
To qualify, you must live in their service area and meet income limits.
Services are confidential and available in multiple languages.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/9962):
The Diaspora Circle (TDC) offers DOJ-accredited immigration support services to help immigrants and their families navigate legal processes.
They assist asylum seekers, green card holders applying for citizenship, family visa applicants, and others seeking legal status.
Services include legal consultations, application help, representation at USCIS interviews, and family reunification support.
TDC does not offer direct legal representation in court or removal defense for unaccompanied minors but provide affordable advisory and filing services before USCIS.
TDC also runs community education workshops on immigrant rights.
Their multilingual staff serves clients in a culturally respectful environment, and fees are sliding-scale to stay affordable.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The Mayor’s Office for Immigrant Advancement in Boston offers free, one-time immigration consultations by phone on the first and third Wednesdays of each month from 12:00 to 3:00 p.m.
These 15-minute sessions provide advice and information but do not lead to legal representation.
Interpretation and disability accommodations are available.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
DOVE’s Legal Advocacy Program supports immigrant survivors of domestic violence by helping with immigration issues like U visas, VAWA petitions, and green cards.
They also help with restraining orders, family law, housing, and public benefits.
Services are free, private, and available in any language through interpreters.
Full legal representation is for people living in Norfolk County, MA, but advice is available to others.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/9965):
Catholic Charities of Fairfield County offers immigration legal services including help with citizenship and naturalization, family-based petitions, adjustment of status, employment authorization, DACA, and Temporary Protected Status applications.
The program provides help completing forms, filing with USCIS, and referrals to related services such as ESL classes, social services, and housing referrals. Services are typically by appointment and available in English and Spanish.
They do not focus on removal defense.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/9966):
Catholic Charities of Fairfield County offers immigration legal services including help with citizenship and naturalization, family-based petitions, adjustment of status, employment authorization, DACA, and Temporary Protected Status applications.
The program provides help completing forms, filing with USCIS, and referrals to related services such as ESL classes, social services, and housing referrals. Services are typically by appointment and available in English and Spanish.
They do not focus on removal defense.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/9967):
The Center for Latino Progress in Hartford, CT, offers immigration legal services including Adjustment of Status, Affidavit of Support, Change of Address, Citizenship Certificate Requests, Conditional Residency Removal, Consular Processing (DS-260), Family Petitions, Naturalization, DACA Renewal, Employment Authorization Renewal, Green Card Replacement, and Spanish-English translations.
The center has an accredited representative authorized to submit applications to USCIS.
They are affiliated with the Catholic Legal Immigration Network, Inc. (CLINIC), providing access to additional legal resources.
Services are available by appointment.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The Immigration Advocacy & Support Center (IASC) in New London, CT offers low-cost immigration legal services. They help with green cards, citizenship, DACA, TPS, asylum, family petitions, VAWA, and deportation defense. Services are provided by an immigration attorney and DOJ-accredited representatives.
The initial consultation costs $50. Fees for services are based on income.
Spanish-language help is available.
Services are open to all, regardless of immigration status.
IASC also hosts free community legal clinics, provides referrals, and offers public education about immigration issues.
Appointments are required for legal services.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The Greater Lawrence Community Action Council (GLCAC) offers free legal help to low-income immigrants in the Greater Lawrence area.
Their Legal Services Program supports people applying for asylum, victims of violent crime, sexual or domestic abuse, and human trafficking.
They also help unaccompanied children (UCs) with immigration cases. Services include legal representation, advice, and help filling out forms for immigration applications and petitions.
Bilingual staff help clients understand their rights and complete paperwork.
All services are by appointment.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/9970):
Jefferson County Immigrant Rights Advocates (JCIRA) offers low-cost or free immigration legal help, in Port Townsend, Washington.
Through a partnership with the Kitsap Immigrant Assistance Center (KIAC) they offer consultations and assist with becoming a U.S. citizen, family-based petitions, obtaining permanent residency (green cards), asylum, DACA renewal, and special visas.
Services are available regardless of immigration status, and bilingual support is offered in English and Spanish.
JCIRA also provides aid in helping pay legal costs of immigration, or family living costs through their Legal Defense and Family Support Fund.
These funds are available for people who live or work in Jefferson County or Clallam County, or who are detained in the Northwest Detention Center in Tacoma, WA.
Additionally, the The JCIRA Multicultural Center helps immigrants find community resources, use computers for free, and take Spanish or English classes.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Apex Immigration Services (AIS) is a ministry that offers affordable, high-quality legal help to low-income immigrants and refugees.
They assist with applications for green cards, U.S. citizenship, travel documents, and family visas.
AIS focuses on serving individuals who meet federal poverty guidelines.
Counties served: Wake, Robeson, Lee, Chatham.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/9972):
Carolina Migrant Network (CMN) offers free legal help to immigrants facing deportation, especially those detained by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).
They organize workshops where lawyers assist with asylum applications and provide "Know Your Rights" sessions to educate communities.
Through their advocacy group, Comunidad Colectiva, they work with young immigrants and refugees in Mecklenburg County on community projects like voter engagement and cultural events.
CMN supports immigrant youth by offering legal representation, educational programs, and leadership training.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Alliance Community Services (ACS) offers low-cost immigration legal services accredited by the Department of Justice in Murray, Utah.
They assist with U.S. citizenship applications, family visa petitions, work and residence card renewals, DACA renewals, U and VAWA visas, asylum applications, and Temporary Protected Status (TPS).Their services are.
Services are available by appointment.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Amigos de Guadalupe offers free immigration legal consultations and low-cost help with immigration forms.
They support community members with U Visa applications (for crime victims), fee waiver requests, work permit renewals, background checks, naturalization, and adjustment of status through family petitions (I-130/I-485).
They also offer free ESL and citizenship classes to help clients prepare for the U.S. naturalization exam.
Services are led by an in-house immigration attorney.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Asian Law Alliance (ALA) provides free or low-cost legal help for Asian/Pacific Islanders and low-income people in Silicon Valley.
They help with deportation defense, citizenship and green card applications, and relief options for victims of domestic violence and serious crimes, including possible U and T visas.
They support children who may qualify for Special Immigrant Juvenile Status if abused, neglected, or abandoned.
ALA also offers housing help for tenants facing eviction and assists with public benefits like Social Security.
Services are available in multiple Asian languages, Spanish, and others as needed.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Christensen Legal is an immigration law firm based in Boise, Idaho that serves clients across the state and in some cases, out of state.
They provide legal help for immigrants including deportation defense, asylum, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS), family-based petitions, immigration bonds, and support for victims of serious crimes.
They also help with adjustment of status (green card applications).
The team is bilingual (English/Spanish) and consultations can happen in person, by phone, or on Zoom.
Consultations cost $150–$250, with higher rates for emergency cases.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to protecting the rights of immigrants and refugees in California.
CAIR offer free or low-cost immigration legal services to individuals who cannot afford private attorneys.
Services include deportation defense, asylum, family reunification, citizenship naturalization (green card), temporary protected status (TPS), and support for victims of crime and human trafficking.
CAIR also empowers American Muslims through advocacy, education programs, and community outreach, including youth leadership and know-your-rights workshops.
To access their services, complete their online intake form.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to protecting the rights of immigrants and refugees in California.
CAIR offer free or low-cost immigration legal services to individuals who cannot afford private attorneys.
Services include deportation defense, asylum, family reunification, citizenship naturalization (green card), temporary protected status (TPS), and support for victims of crime and human trafficking.
CAIR also empowers American Muslims through advocacy, education programs, and community outreach, including youth leadership and know-your-rights workshops.
To access their services, complete their online intake form.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to protecting the rights of immigrants and refugees in California.
CAIR offer free or low-cost immigration legal services to individuals who cannot afford private attorneys.
Services include deportation defense, asylum, family reunification, citizenship naturalization (green card), temporary protected status (TPS), and support for victims of crime and human trafficking.
CAIR also empowers American Muslims through advocacy, education programs, and community outreach, including youth leadership and know-your-rights workshops.
To access their services, complete their online intake form.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Services and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/9982):
The Central Florida Hope Center offers immigration legal services, including help with citizenship and naturalization, immigrant visa petitions and residency, adjustment of status/green cards, removing conditions for a 10-year residency card, employment authorization, I-601A waivers, fiancé(e) visas, U visas, DACA renewal, green card renewal/replacement, VAWA, and legal research/FOIAs.
They also offer a food pantry, job placement support, counseling for ages 10 and up (individuals, couples, families, and premarital counseling), and “Life Solutions” resource navigation with an evaluate-plan-action process.
This organization does not focus on removal defense.
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- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/9983):
Florida Immigrant Coalition (FLIC) provides statewide coordination, advocacy, and direct support for immigrants in Florida.
FLIC operates a free hotline and collaborates with local partners to offer free legal clinics and workshops across the state. Mon-Fri 9:00 am-5:00 pm
Rapid Response Hotline: (888) 600-5762
These events provide assistance with citizenship applications (Form N-400), fee waiver requests (Forms I-912 and I-942), pro bono legal consultations, representation in immigration court and before the Board of Immigration Appeals, and education about rights and legal processes.
FLIC also provides emergency cash assistance to immigrant families facing financial hardship, helping meet immediate needs such as food, housing, and healthcare.
FLIC does not focus on removal defense.
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VIDA provides free legal and immigration assistance to immigrant survivors and their families, helps them access support services, trains advocates and professionals, gives outreach and education, and advocates for fair policies and services.
Direct legal representation in immigration matters, advocacy for trafficking survivors, case management, outreach and education to the community through Know Your Rights presentations, brochures, and more.
VIDA has two office locations in Florida
North Office: 12955 Biscayne Boulevard, Suite 408 North Miami, FL 33181
South Office: 27112 South Dixie Highway Naranja, FL 33032
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The Maryland Immigrant Legal Assistance Project (MILAP), operated by the Pro Bono Resource Center of Maryland (PBRC), provides free legal assistance to low-income immigrants, with a focus on unaccompanied children and families fleeing violence.
MILAP aims to bridge the justice gap by offering limited-scope legal services and connecting individuals to affordable legal representation.
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World Relief Durham provides affordable, DOJ-accredited immigration legal services to immigrants and refugees. Their team helps with green card renewals, DACA, family reunification, citizenship, VAWA and U-visas, consular processing, and more.
They focus on helping individuals and families gain legal status to live safely and securely in the U.S.
Services are offered through direct legal support, consultations, and education.
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The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Catholic Charities of Tennessee offers a wide range of services for immigrants and refugees, including resettlement, employment help, English classes, case management, housing and food assistance, and counseling.
Their Family Resource Centers across Middle Tennessee provide basic needs support and job training.
Services are available in multiple languages, often at low or no cost, and are open to all regardless of background.
They assist with immigration forms but do not provide court representation or deportation defense.
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- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/9989):
Catholic Charities of East Tennessee provides low-cost or free immigration legal services for immigrants and refugees, including assistance with citizenship and naturalization applications, family-based petitions, permanent residency, work authorization, DACA, consular processing, TPS, SIJS, VAWA, T and U visas, asylum applications, and other immigration benefits.
Services primarily focus on applications and petitions before USCIS and do not include immigration court representation.
They also offer Know Your Rights presentations and referrals to other services. Services are available in English and Spanish, with interpretation available in other languages.
In addition to immigration services, they provide refugee and migrant support, housing and basic needs assistance, counseling, programs for families, mothers, and children, services for older adults, case management, and other community-based programs designed to promote stability, integration, and well-being.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Catholic Charities of East Tennessee provides low-cost or free immigration legal services for immigrants and refugees, including assistance with citizenship and naturalization applications, family-based petitions, permanent residency, work authorization, DACA, consular processing, TPS, SIJS, VAWA, T and U visas, asylum applications, and other immigration benefits.
Services primarily focus on applications and petitions before USCIS and do not include immigration court representation.
They also offer Know Your Rights presentations and referrals to other services. Services are available in English and Spanish, with interpretation available in other languages.
In addition to immigration services, they provide refugee and migrant support, housing and basic needs assistance, counseling, programs for families, mothers, and children, services for older adults, case management, and other community-based programs designed to promote stability, integration, and well-being.
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- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/9993):
The Nashville International Center for Empowerment (NICE) is a nonprofit organization in Nashville, Tennessee, dedicated to supporting refugees and immigrants.
They offer a variety of services, including assistance with citizenship applications, green card renewals, family reunification, employment authorization, and Temporary Protected Status (TPS).
NICE also provides English language classes, job readiness training, and youth education programs.
Services are available in multiple languages, and fees are based on income, with many services offered at low or no cost.
While they assist with immigration applications, their services are not focused on removal defense or representation in immigration court.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Nations Ministry Center in Nashville, TN offers low-cost immigration legal services to refugees and immigrants.
Their services are not tailored to removal defense or representation in immigration court, they can help with green card applications, citizenship, family reunification, employment authorization, and other common immigration forms.
Services are offered by appointment, and fees are based on a sliding scale depending on income.
Nations Ministry supports individuals of all backgrounds and offers interpretation help when needed.
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The Tennessee Coalition to End Domestic & Sexual Violence helps people in Tennessee who have experienced domestic violence, sexual assault, or human trafficking.
They offer legal help, emergency financial support, and connect people to shelters and other services.
Their team includes bilingual staff and can provide interpreters in many languages.
They also train professionals and communities to better support survivors. Services are available to everyone, including immigrants and LGBTQ+ individuals.
To get help, visit their website for their 24-hour hotline and the most up-to-date contact information.
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The Tennessee Immigrant & Refugee Rights Coalition (TIRRC) runs a free Resource Line to help immigrants and refugees across Tennessee.
Callers can get information and referrals for immigration legal help, DACA, TPS, citizenship, public benefits, healthcare access, and more.
The Resource Line is open Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM–4:00 PM, and assistance is available in English, Spanish, and other languages.
While TIRRC does not directly represent clients in immigration cases, they connect people to trusted local service providers and help explain complex systems.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Tennessee Justice for Our Neighbors (TNJFON) is a nonprofit law firm that offers free or low-cost immigration legal help to low-income immigrants, refugees, and asylum seekers in Middle Tennessee.
They assist with various immigration matters, including U visas, T visas, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS), family-based petitions (I-130), green card applications (Adjustment of Status), naturalization, Temporary Protected Status (TPS), and work permits (I-765).Services are available in English and Spanish.
To qualify, your household income must be under 200% of the federal poverty guidelines.
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- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/9998):
CasaLuz is a nonprofit in Memphis, Tennessee, that helps Hispanic and Latinx people who have experienced domestic violence or other violent crimes.
They offer free and confidential services in Spanish and English. These include legal help like filing police reports, getting protection orders, and going to court with you.
They also provide counseling for adults and children, support groups, and classes like ESL, yoga, and self-defense.
CasaLuz assists with emergency needs like food, housing, and transportation.
Services are available to Hispanic/Latinx victims in Memphis and Shelby County, regardless of immigration status.
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Mid-South Immigration Advocates (MIA) in Memphis is a nonprofit immigration law firm that provides free or low-cost legal help to low-income immigrants in Tennessee, northern Mississippi, and Arkansas.
They handle cases like asylum, green cards, citizenship, deportation defense, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status, and visas for survivors of crime, trafficking, or domestic violence.
MIA also offers “Know Your Rights” presentations, consultations, and advocacy with agencies like USCIS and ICE.
They focus on serving vulnerable groups such as unaccompanied minors, survivors, LGBTQ+ immigrants, and people with limited resources.
Services are mainly in English and Spanish.
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Latino Memphis offers legal help to immigrants through its Derechos program. They help with Adjustment of Status, Asylum, Cancellation of Removal, DACA renewals, Family Petitions, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS), U and T visas, TPS, VAWA, and more. They also assist in deportation cases.
New cases are limited each month. The first consultation costs $100, and some services may cost less depending on income.
Staff speak Spanish and interpreters are available.
Ofice is located in Memphis, TN.
States served: Arkansas, Tennessee, and Mississippi.
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Legal Aid of the Bluegrass (LABG) provides free civil legal assistance to low-income and vulnerable individuals in 33 counties across Northern, Central, and Eastern Kentucky.
LABG offers support to immigrants through services related to:
U-Visa and T-Visa Applications: Assisting victims of certain crimes (U-Visa) and human trafficking (T-Visa) in applying for legal status.
Protection and Safety: Providing legal aid to immigrants facing domestic violence or other safety concerns.
Life Planning Documents: Helping with the preparation of essential legal documents, which may include powers of attorney and advance directives.
The Children's Law Center should be the primary referral option in the service area. However, if Children's Law Center is at capacity, then LABG is available. Also, LABG can only represent children if a finding of dependency, neglect or abuse has already been made by the local family court.
Offices in: Ashland, Covington, Morehead, and Lexington.
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Advocates for Immigrant Rights (AIR) is a nonprofit organization based in Memphis, Tennessee, dedicated to providing free legal services to immigrants, especially those facing detention or deportation.
They offer representation in immigration court and assist with applications for asylum, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS), T visas, U visas, and Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) petitions.AIR also supports clients with family-based petitions, naturalization, and other immigration matters.
Their services are available to low-income individuals, including unaccompanied children and survivors of violence or trafficking.AIR collaborates with other organizations to ensure comprehensive support for their clients.
Counties covered in AR: Craighead, Crittendon, Faulkner, Independence, and Pulaski.
Counties covered in TN: Davison, Hamilton, Knox, Rutherford, Sevier, Shelby, Sumner, and Williamson.
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Amigos Center in Fort Myers provides low-cost immigration legal services. Staff include a Department of Justice-accredited representative and an immigration attorney.
Services include family-based petitions, naturalization, and assistance for victims of crime.
Fees vary based on the type of case; some services may be free.
The center serves immigrants who need help with immigration processes but cannot afford private legal services.
Services are available by appointment.
The organization also offers interpretation and translation support.
Spanish is spoken.
Services are open to the public regardless of immigration status.
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Catholic Charities in Fort Myers helps immigrants with paperwork and legal steps needed for their immigration process.
No ofrecen representación legal directa ante los tribunales ni defensa en procesos de deportación, but a trained caseworker, certified by the U.S. Department of Justice, helps fill out forms like waivers, applications, and other important documents.
Anyone who needs immigration help can use this service, no matter their background. You can walk in for basic info, but you need an appointment for help with paperwork.
Staff speak Spanish and are available Monday through Friday, 9 AM to 5 PM.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Catholic Charities in Fort Myers helps immigrants with paperwork and legal steps needed for their immigration process.
No ofrecen representación legal directa ante los tribunales ni defensa en procesos de deportación, but a trained caseworker, certified by the U.S. Department of Justice, helps fill out forms like waivers, applications, and other important documents.
Anyone who needs immigration help can use this service, no matter their background. You can walk in for basic info, but you need an appointment for help with paperwork.
Staff speak Spanish and are available Monday through Friday, 9 AM to 5 PM.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Dade Legal Aid offers free civil legal services to low-income residents of Miami-Dade County. They help with family law, domestic violence cases, housing issues, guardianship, and child advocacy.
Their team includes staff and volunteer attorneys who speak English, Spanish, and Haitian Creole. Services are available to those who meet income eligibility requirements.
To get help, you can apply online or call to schedule an intake appointment.
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- [Community Support Services ](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/10008):
The Office of New Americans of Miami-Dade County offers programs to help immigrant communities get legal help, become U.S. citizens, and feel more included. They offer free Know-Your-Rights sessions, help finding lawyers, and citizenship classes.
The website is available in English, Spanish, and Haitian Creole.
You must call first to make an appointment with a lawyer.
Talking to a lawyer is free. If you qualify, some services may also be free or low-cost.
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- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/10009):
The Center Orlando offers free legal help with immigration and notary services.
You can book a 30-minute online session with a lawyer to ask questions about your immigration options. These sessions are available in English, Spanish, French, and Creole. Notary services are available at their Orlando and Kissimmee offices.
Their mission is to support and empower the LGBT+ community and allies through advocacy, education, information, and support.
Please note: To access the free immigration consultation, you must be referred directly by The Center Orlando.
If you are not referred through them, a consultation fee will apply.
The LGBT+ Center Orlando offers free mental health counseling for LGBTQ+ youth, adults, and allies. You can receive up to four free 50-minute sessions with a trained counselor in a safe, affirming space. These sessions help you talk through challenges and figure out if you need more support. If you do, the center can refer you to LGBTQ+ friendly doctors, psychiatrists, and therapists. Counseling is offered both in-person and online. To start, just book an appointment through their website.
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- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services ](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/10010):
The Georgia Latino Alliance for Human Rights (GLAHR) offers a “hotline” that provides Latino immigrants and their families, in the event that they are mistreated, abused, or detained, with information and referrals.
Each week, the hotline receives anywhere from fifty to one hundred calls, allowing GLAHR to assist Latinos as they face abuse from employers, police officers, immigration agents, or in detention centers.
GLAHR educates, organizes, and empowers Latino immigrants in Georgia. T
They host community meetings, provide guidance on rights and policies, connect people to social and legal resources, and support community advocacy.
Hotline Number: 770-457-5232
They encourage people to call Monday through Fridays from 9am to 5pm. However, please do not hesitate to leave a voice mail at any time. They promise to return calls in a timely fashion.
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The Hope Immigration Center of the Chattahoochee Baptist Association offers low-cost legal help for immigrants. They are recognized by the U.S. Department of Justice and have accredited representatives trained to help with immigration cases.
They support people with family petitions, DACA renewals, work permits, citizenship applications, and more. They also help with passport forms, translations, and notary services.
While they don’t go to immigration court, they can guide you through forms, prepare you for interviews, and give legal advice.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Immigrant Connection Georgia is a nonprofit organization in Riverdale, Georgia, offering low-cost, high-quality immigration legal services. Their team of Department of Justice-accredited representatives assists with various immigration matters, including family-based petitions, naturalization, adjustment of status, asylum/refugee applications, work authorization, consular processing, travel authorization, affidavits of support, Temporary Protected Status (TPS), and renewals.
They are committed to providing accessible services to immigrants and refugees from all backgrounds.
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Immigrant Connection Georgia is a nonprofit organization in Riverdale, Georgia, offering low-cost, high-quality immigration legal services. Their team of Department of Justice-accredited representatives assists with various immigration matters, including family-based petitions, naturalization, adjustment of status, asylum/refugee applications, work authorization, consular processing, travel authorization, affidavits of support, Temporary Protected Status (TPS), and renewals.
They are committed to providing accessible services to immigrants and refugees from all backgrounds.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Equal Immigration Rights Centers offer free or low-cost legal help for immigrants. Their team includes accredited representatives and lawyers who help people apply for work permits, green cards, DACA, TPS, citizenship, and more. They also help with family petitions, consular processing, and adjustment of status.
Services are available in different languages.
They provide consultations so people can understand their immigration options.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The Diocesan Immigration Program in Davenport, Iowa, offers affordable legal help to immigrants and their families.
Their counselors assist with family-based immigration cases, including green card applications, citizenship, DACA renewals, work permits, and more.
They do not represent clients in immigration court but can guide you through the paperwork and processes.
The program partners with Ascentra Credit Union to offer low-cost loans for immigration fees, making services more accessible.
Appointments are required.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/10026):
IC Compassion in Iowa City offers a variety of services to support immigrants and refugees in the community.
While IC Compassion does not represent clients in immigration court or handle asylum cases, they offer consultations for various immigration issues, including citizenship applications, family-based petitions, work permits, DACA, and TPS.
A free legal clinic is available every month (check website for details).
Other programs include one-on-one ESL tutoring, citizenship classes, and workshops on topics like nutrition, personal finance, and cultural nuances.
They also provide a computer lab with reliable internet access, a food pantry open every Wednesday from 12–5 PM, and a Global Food Project that connects residents through community garden plots.
IC Compassion offers walk-in support for assistance with paperwork, household items, and transportation on a case-by-case basis.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Immigrant Connection at Table Church offers affordable legal help for immigrants in Des Moines and nearby areas.
Approved by the U.S. Department of Justice, they assist with family and marriage petitions, green card applications and renewals, citizenship, DACA renewals, work permits, and Temporary Protected Status (TPS).
They also help with adjustment of status, consular processing, fiancé visas, and more.
Services are by appointment only, with a $40 consultation fee.
Clients must bring all relevant documents and, if not fluent in English, an interpreter.
They do not offer direct legal representation in court or removal defense.
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- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/10028):
Mary J. Treglia Community House is a nonprofit in Sioux City that helps immigrant and refugee families adjust to life in the U.S.
They offer a licensed preschool, English classes (ELL), and citizenship classes.
They also provide help with filling out forms, finding jobs, and connecting to community resources.
Their team includes an attorney and DOJ-accredited staff who offer immigration legal services, including consultations and assistance with forms like green card renewals, citizenship applications, and humanitarian relief.
They also provide translation and interpretation services in several languages. Appointments are required for legal services.
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- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services ](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/10029):
Nisaa African Family Services is a nonprofit organization in Iowa that supports African immigrants and refugees, especially women and youth, affected by domestic violence, sexual assault, and human trafficking.
They offer crisis advocacy, safety planning, counseling, legal advocacy, court accompaniment, immigration assistance (including VAWA and U-Visa applications), housing assistance, employment support, and help with accessing government benefits.
Nisaa also provides community outreach and education programs, youth programs, and multilingual advocacy services.
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- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services ](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/10030):
Nisaa African Family Services is a nonprofit organization in Iowa that supports African immigrants and refugees, especially women and youth, affected by domestic violence, sexual assault, and human trafficking.
They offer crisis advocacy, safety planning, counseling, legal advocacy, court accompaniment, immigration assistance (including VAWA and U-Visa applications), housing assistance, employment support, and help with accessing government benefits.
Nisaa also provides community outreach and education programs, youth programs, and multilingual advocacy services.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Legal Aid of the Bluegrass (LABG) provides free civil legal assistance to low-income and vulnerable individuals in 33 counties across Northern, Central, and Eastern Kentucky.
LABG offers support to immigrants through services related to:
U-Visa and T-Visa Applications: Assisting victims of certain crimes (U-Visa) and human trafficking (T-Visa) in applying for legal status.
Protection and Safety: Providing legal aid to immigrants facing domestic violence or other safety concerns.
Life Planning Documents: Helping with the preparation of essential legal documents, which may include powers of attorney and advance directives.
The Children's Law Center should be the primary referral option in the service area. However, if Children's Law Center is at capacity, then LABG is available. Also, LABG can only represent children if a finding of dependency, neglect or abuse has already been made by the local family court.
Offices in: Ashland, Covington, Morehead, and Lexington.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Legal Aid of the Bluegrass (LABG) provides free civil legal assistance to low-income and vulnerable individuals in 33 counties across Northern, Central, and Eastern Kentucky.
LABG offers support to immigrants through services related to:
U-Visa and T-Visa Applications: Assisting victims of certain crimes (U-Visa) and human trafficking (T-Visa) in applying for legal status.
Protection and Safety: Providing legal aid to immigrants facing domestic violence or other safety concerns.
Life Planning Documents: Helping with the preparation of essential legal documents, which may include powers of attorney and advance directives.
The Children's Law Center should be the primary referral option in the service area. However, if Children's Law Center is at capacity, then LABG is available. Also, LABG can only represent children if a finding of dependency, neglect or abuse has already been made by the local family court.
Offices in: Ashland, Covington, Morehead, and Lexington.
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Council on American-Muslim Relations (CAIR-WA) provides legal assistance for removal defense, case delays, security concerns, and affirmative asylum applications.
They also assist Muslim individuals and families in Washington State experiencing delays with naturalization applications if they meet specific criteria, including having filed Form N-400 over six months ago, not having an interview scheduled, or waiting more than 90 days post-interview without a decision.
Applicants must not already have legal representation for their naturalization case.
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Council on American-Muslim Relations (CAIR-WA) ofrece asistencia legal para la defensa contra la deportación, retrasos en los casos, problemas de seguridad y solicitudes de asilo afirmativo.
También asiste a personas y familias musulmanas en el estado de Washington que experimentan retrasos en sus solicitudes de naturalización si cumplen con criterios específicos, como haber presentado el Formulario N-400 hace más de seis meses, no tener una entrevista programada o esperar más de 90 días después de la entrevista sin una decisión.
Los solicitantes no deben contar con representación legal para su caso de naturalización.
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Eastside Legal Assistance Program (ELAP) offers free, one-time immigration legal consultations for low-income residents of King County, Washington.
Their clinics provide legal advice on applications for adjustment of status (green cards) and naturalization (citizenship), which may be helpful for those seeking to adjust status or become U.S. citizens.
To qualify, clients must live in King County and meet low-income guidelines. Appointments are usually held by phone or video call, and free interpretation is available in multiple languages. Call their English or Spanish line or fill out their online form: http://www.elap.org/legal-clinics
ELAP does not assist with asylum or deportation cases and does not provide ongoing legal representation or court accompaniment.
County served:King
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El Concilio California offers free or low-cost immigration legal services for low-income immigrants, including DACA recipients, asylees, and victims of violence.
Services include help with citizenship, green cards, DACA renewals, family petitions, VAWA and U visas, FOIA, and advance parole.
They also provide bilingual workshops, “Know Your Rights” presentations, and citizenship preparation classes.
Services are offered in English and Spanish.
Their offices are located in: Stockton and Modesto.
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Immigration Institute of the Bay Area offers legal consultations with attorneys or accredited representatives to help immigrants, understand their immigration options.
During the consultation, they help identify possible relief such as deportation defense (help fighting removal), asylum (for those fleeing harm), Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (for youth who were abused, neglected, or abandoned), relief under the Violence Against Women Act (for survivors abused by someone with lawful status), U Visa (for victims of serious crimes), T Visa (for trafficking survivors), adjustment of status (green card help), and naturalization.
Appointments required.
Offices are located in San Francisco, Redwood City, Oakland, Brentwood, Fremont, Napa, and Petaluma.
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- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/10039):
Jewish Family Service of Seattle provides immigration legal services for immigrants, refugees, and asylees,
They do not offer direct legal representation in court or removal defense, but they can assist with adjustment of status, naturalization, family reunification, and evidence-based support for trafficking survivors under 24. They also offer legal consultations and representation in certain immigration matters.
In addition to immigration services, they provide refugee and newcomer support, case management, food and financial assistance, mental health services, housing support, programs for older adults, and other community-based services designed to promote stability, integration, and well-being for individuals and families.
Services are available in multiple languages, and fees may vary based on the service and client eligibility.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/10040):
La Maestra Community Health Centers offer free or low-cost immigration legal services.
They help with deportation defense, asylum, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS), U Visas for crime victims, T Visas for trafficking survivors, VAWA petitions for victims of domestic violence, adjustment of status, and naturalization.
Their legal team also supports appeals and fee waiver applications.
At La Maestra, families can also find wraparound support like help with food, housing referrals, mental health counseling, healthcare, dental care, translation, and transportation. Victims of violence or trafficking can receive confidential care, safety planning, and trauma-informed case management.
Staff speak multiple languages, and many services are available regardless of income or immigration status.
Immigration legal services are available at their City Heights location.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The Legal Aid Foundation of Los Angeles (LAFLA) provides free immigration legal services to low-income individuals and families in the Greater Los Angeles area.
Their services focus on
unaccompanied minors fleeing violence in their home countries
removal defense
adjustment of status (green card applications)
naturalization (citizenship)
family reunification
asylum applications
LAFLA also offers specialized services through its Torture Survivors Project. Assisting survivors of crimes such as domestic violence, sexual assault, child abuse, human trafficking, torture, and other serious offenses, regardless of where the incidents occurred.
Additionally, LAFLA has a dedicated team for Asian Pacific Islander communities, ensuring language access and culturally competent legal assistance.
Their languages include Spanish, Cantonese, Mandarin, Tagalog, Khmer, Cambodian, Korean, Japanese, and Vietnamese.
To access these services, individuals can apply online, call, attend a LAFLA clinic, or visit a LAFLA office.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The Legal Aid Foundation of Los Angeles (LAFLA) provides free immigration legal services to low-income individuals and families in the Greater Los Angeles area.
Their services focus on
unaccompanied minors fleeing violence in their home countries
removal defense
adjustment of status (green card applications)
naturalization (citizenship)
family reunification
asylum applications
LAFLA also offers specialized services through its Torture Survivors Project. Assisting survivors of crimes such as domestic violence, sexual assault, child abuse, human trafficking, torture, and other serious offenses, regardless of where the incidents occurred.
Additionally, LAFLA has a dedicated team for Asian Pacific Islander communities, ensuring language access and culturally competent legal assistance.
Their languages include Spanish, Cantonese, Mandarin, Tagalog, Khmer, Cambodian, Korean, Japanese, and Vietnamese.
To access these services, individuals can apply online, call 800-399-4529, attend a LAFLA clinic, or visit a LAFLA office.
The LAFLA has multiple offices located in: Downtown Los Angeles, East Los Angeles, Long Beach, and Santa Monica.
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- [Community Support Services ](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/10046):
Centro Latino of Hickory offers limited immigration legal services with DOJ accreditation.
They assist with basic immigration forms like family petitions, work permit renewals, adjustment of status, naturalization, and consular processing.
They are not a law firm and refer complex cases to trusted partners.
Additional services include translation, interpretation, notary services, mental health referrals, community education, and a food pantry.
Services are offered in English and Spanish.
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- [Community Support Services ](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/10048):
Council on Immigrant Relations is DOJ-accredited and offers immigration legal consultations and help with affirmative applications, including asylum, TPS, family petitions, adjustment of status, DACA, naturalization, and work permits.
They do not handle defensive asylum or other court-based cases.
CIR also offers translation for legal and health documents, case management, ESL, mental health counseling, and basic needs support.
Services are available in English and Spanish.
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- [Community Support Services ](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/10050):
Council on Immigrant Relations is DOJ-accredited and offers immigration legal consultations and help with affirmative applications, including asylum, TPS, family petitions, adjustment of status, DACA, naturalization, and work permits.
They do not handle defensive asylum or other court-based cases.
CIR also offers translation for legal and health documents, case management, ESL, mental health counseling, and basic needs support.
Services are available in English and Spanish.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/10054):
The Hispanic Federation offers free immigration services across North Carolina, focusing on helping Latino individuals and families.
Through its Caminos de Esperanza program, they provide legal screenings, consultations, and representation for migrant individuals and families.
Services include support with applications for work authorization, asylum, Temporary Protected Status (TPS), and other forms of legal residency.
They also conduct "Know Your Rights" workshops to educate the community about legal protections.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/10055):
The Immigrant Hospitality Center in Lincolnton, NC is DOJ-accredited and provides immigration legal consultations and low-cost legal services.
They assist with asylum applications, family-based petitions, adjustment of status, work permits, green card renewals, DACA renewals, and citizenship applications.
Services are available in English and Spanish.
Services may also be available through video conferencing, and appointments are typically required
This provider does not focus on removal defense.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The Immigrant Hospitality Center in Lincolnton, NC is DOJ-accredited and provides immigration legal consultations and low-cost legal services. They assist with asylum applications, family-based petitions, adjustment of status, work permits, green card renewals, DACA renewals, and citizenship applications.
Services are available in English and Spanish.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Services and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/10057):
InStepp located in Durham, North Carolina, offers support to women and adolescent girls facing challenges such as domestic violence, sexual assault, and human trafficking.
Their services include immigration legal assistance for matters like family petitions, DACA, U visas, and citizenship applications.
They also provide help with employment, housing referrals, and citizenship classes.
Services are available in English and Spanish, and appointments can be made via phone or online.
A nominal fee may apply for some services.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/10058):
The Latin American Coalition (La Coalición) in Charlotte, NC, offers a range of services to support immigrant families. Their Immigration Legal Center provides assistance with applications for green cards, citizenship, DACA, TPS, and visas for survivors of violence.
At the Immigrant Welcome Center, individuals can access help with food, school enrollment, vaccinations, and ESL classes.
The Economic & Workforce Center offers job search assistance and small business support.
The Youth Education & Opportunity Center provides tutoring and career guidance for young people.
Services are available in English and Spanish, and some programs may have low fees.
La Coalición serves individuals and families regardless of immigration status.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections
MAS Immigration Justice Center (MASIJC) in Charlotte, NC offers low-cost immigration legal services, including help with asylum, adjustment of status, family visa petitions, consular processing, domestic violence representation, and naturalization.
They offer virtual consultations with a DOJ-accredited representative or immigration attorney for $125. Consultations are held over a secure video platform.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Legal Aid Society of San Diego (LASSD), Gregory Evans Knoll Midtown Office offers free immigration legal help to low-income people in San Diego County.
Services include deportation defense, asylum, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS), U Visas for crime victims, T Visas for trafficking survivors, VAWA petitions, adjustment of status, and naturalization.
They represent clients before USCIS, immigration courts, and appeals boards.
Families can access help at multiple office locations.
LASSD also offers legal education, self-help resources, and interpretation.
Services are available to detained and non-detained individuals, regardless of immigration status.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Legal Aid Society of San Diego Southeast San Diego Office offers free immigration legal help to low-income people in San Diego County.
Services include deportation defense, asylum, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS), U Visas for crime victims, T Visas for trafficking survivors, VAWA petitions, adjustment of status, and naturalization.
They represent clients before USCIS, immigration courts, and appeals boards.
Families can access help at multiple office locations.
LASSD also offers legal education, self-help resources, and interpretation.
Services are available to detained and non-detained individuals, regardless of immigration status.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Legal Aid Society of San Diego Oficina del Sureste de San Diego ofrece servicios legales de inmigración gratuitos para personas de bajos ingresos en el condado de San Diego.
Incluyen defensa contra deportación, asilo, SIJS, Visas U, Visas T, peticiones VAWA, ajuste de estatus y naturalización.
Representan a clientes ante USCIS, cortes de inmigración y juntas de apelación.
Las familias pueden recibir ayuda en varias oficinas.
También ofrecen educación legal, recursos de autoayuda e interpretación.
Los servicios están disponibles para personas detenidas o no detenidas, sin importar su estatus migratorio.
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The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Mil Mujeres provides immigration legal services to the Latino community in the United States with an emphasis on serving survivors of gender-based crimes.
They provide asylum, family based petitions, U-Visa, VAWA visa, SIJS, work permit, DACA, and naturalization support.
Staff speak Spanish and provide trauma-informed support.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Pangea offers free and low-cost immigration legal help for detained and non-detained individuals in deportation proceedings.
They assist with removal defense, asylum, bond hearings, and cancellation of removal. Services are available to newcomers and long-term residents, including minors at risk of deportation.
In addition to legal help, Pangea supports clients through leadership development, asylum self-help workshops, and community organizing.
Offices are located in San José and San Francisco, and services are focused on Northern California immigrant communities.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Pars Equality Center offers free or low-cost immigration legal help at offices in San José, Los Angeles, and Fremont.
They help with naturalization (becoming a U.S. citizen), green cards, family petitions, and work permits.
They support youth who have been abused, abandoned, or neglected through Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS), survivors of domestic violence through VAWA, and victims of serious crimes through U Visas.
They also help with DACA renewals and represent clients at USCIS interviews. Legal education and community workshops are also offered.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Pérez Law is a private immigration law firm serving Idaho’s immigrant community with compassion and expertise.
Services include family petitions, naturalization, DACA, U visas, asylum, VAWA, and deportation defense.
Services are available in Spanish and English.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Service](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/10070):
Refugee Women's Alliance (ReWA) helps refugees and immigrants with citizenship and legal processes.
They assist with naturalization, adjustment of status, and family-based petitions.
While ReWA do not include removal defense or legal assistance for unaccompanied minors, they can still help with many immigration forms and may be able to connect the client with other legal resources.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/10071):
Refugee Women's Alliance (ReWA) helps refugees and immigrants with citizenship and legal processes. They assist with naturalization, adjustment of status, and family-based petitions.
While ReWA do not include removal defense or legal assistance for unaccompanied minors, they can still help with many immigration forms and may be able to connect the client with other legal resources.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/10072):
Refugee Women's Alliance (ReWA) helps refugees and immigrants with citizenship and legal processes. They assist with naturalization, adjustment of status, and family-based petitions.
While ReWA do not include removal defense or legal assistance for unaccompanied minors, they can still help with many immigration forms and may be able to connect the client with other legal resources.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
River Mountain Immigration ofrece servicios de inmigración a clientes en Montana y el noroeste del Pacífico. Ofrecen servicios de ciudadanía/naturalización, visas T y U, visas VAWA, PIP, asilo, DACA, TPS y otros servicios relacionados con la inmigración.
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- [Legal Services and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/10076):
World Relief Western Washington offers legal immigration services to refugees and immigrants, including help with affirmative asylum, first-time green card applications, citizenship for adults and children, family reunification, Temporary Protected Status (TPS), and employment authorization.
They also assist with consular processing, travel documents, FOIA records requests, fee waivers, and green card renewals.
General immigration consultations are available.
While they do not focus on deportation defense (removal proceedings), they assist with many immigration forms and may be able to connect individuals with other legal resources.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
World Relief Sacramento offers immigration legal services, refugee resettlement, education support, and employment services for refugees and other immigrants in vulnerable situations.
Its Department of Justice accredited Immigration Legal Services provides consultations, naturalization and green card applications, DACA renewals, TPS, T-Visa, U-Visa, VAWA petitions, humanitarian parole, travel documents, family-based petitions, waivers, and related immigration filings.
The organization also assists with refugee resettlement, family reunification applications, tutoring, English literacy classes for refugee women, job placement, workplace training, financial literacy, and career counseling.
Some family reunification application support is provided at no cost within 100 miles of Sacramento.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Community Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/10079):
The Refugee Support Center in Carrboro, NC, offers free legal help with immigration matters.
Although they do not provide deportation defense, they assist with applications for family reunification, green cards, citizenship, and derivative citizenship.
Their services are designed to support immigrants and refugees, especially those who are low-income.
The Center also provides English classes, after-school tutoring, and monthly distributions of food and diapers.
Appointments are recommended, but walk-ins are welcome during office hours.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
World Relief Triad provides low-cost, DOJ-accredited immigration legal services in High Point and Winston-Salem, NC. They assist with green cards, DACA, work permits, naturalization, family petitions (including fiancé visas), and travel documents. They also handle adjustment of status and Special Immigrant Juvenile cases.
Services are by appointment only. The legal team helps immigrants understand their rights and gain lawful status.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
World Relief Triad provides low-cost, DOJ-accredited immigration legal services in High Point and Winston-Salem, NC. They assist with green cards, DACA, work permits, naturalization, family petitions (including fiancé visas), and travel documents.
They also handle adjustment of status and Special Immigrant Juvenile cases. Services are by appointment only.
The legal team helps immigrants understand their rights and gain lawful status.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/10083):
Catholic Charities Wichita provides low-cost, accredited immigration legal services including help with green cards, family petitions, DACA, citizenship, work permits, and VAWA cases.
Services are bilingual and by appointment.
In addition to immigration support, Catholic Charities offers social services such as:
Emergency assistance (food, clothing, hygiene)
Shelter and housing support
Counseling and mental health services
Pregnancy and family support
Senior and adult day services
Disaster relief
Services offered by appointment only.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Kansas Legal Services (KLS) es una firma legal sin fines de lucro dedicada a proporcionar asistencia legal a personas de bajos y medianos ingresos en todo Kansas. Aunque KLS ofrece una amplia gama de servicios legales —incluyendo derecho de familia, vivienda, derechos del consumidor y beneficios públicos— también apoya a inmigrantes, en particular a quienes desean obtener la ciudadanía estadounidense.
KLS colabora con Citizenshipworks para ayudar a los residentes permanentes legales (titulares de la “green card”) a determinar su elegibilidad para la naturalización y guiarlos en el proceso de solicitud.
Cómo acceder a sus servicios:
Por teléfono: Llame a la línea de solicitudes al 316-267-3975
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- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/10085):
Lutheran Services Carolinas (LSC) offers support to immigrants and refugees in North and South Carolina through its New Americans Program.
Services include legal help with family petitions, work permits, green cards, and citizenship applications.
LSC assists survivors of human trafficking with access to legal, medical, and mental health services.
Language support and cultural orientation are available to help families adjust.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/10086):
Lutheran Services Carolinas (LSC) offers support to immigrants and refugees in North and South Carolina through its New Americans Program.
Services include legal help with family petitions, work permits, green cards, and citizenship applications.
LSC assists survivors of human trafficking with access to legal, medical, and mental health services.
Language support and cultural orientation are available to help families adjust.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services ](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/10087):
Lutheran Services Carolinas (LSC) offers support to immigrants and refugees in North and South Carolina through its New Americans Program.
Services include legal help with family petitions, work permits, green cards, and citizenship applications.
LSC assists survivors of human trafficking with access to legal, medical, and mental health services.
Language support and cultural orientation are available to help families adjust.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services ](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/10088):
Lutheran Services Carolinas (LSC) offers support to immigrants and refugees in North and South Carolina through its New Americans Program.
Services include legal help with family petitions, work permits, green cards, and citizenship applications.
LSC assists survivors of human trafficking with access to legal, medical, and mental health services.
Language support and cultural orientation are available to help families adjust.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/10089):
Lutheran Services Carolinas (LSC) offers support to immigrants and refugees in North and South Carolina through its New Americans Program.
Services include legal help with family petitions, work permits, green cards, and citizenship applications.
LSC assists survivors of human trafficking with access to legal, medical, and mental health services.
Language support and cultural orientation are available to help families adjust.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/10090):
Lutheran Services Carolinas (LSC) offers support to immigrants and refugees in North and South Carolina through its New Americans Program.
Services include legal help with family petitions, work permits, green cards, and citizenship applications.
LSC assists survivors of human trafficking with access to legal, medical, and mental health services.
Language support and cultural orientation are available to help families adjust.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/10091):
Lutheran Services Carolinas (LSC) offers support to immigrants and refugees in North and South Carolina through its New Americans Program.
Services include legal help with family petitions, work permits, green cards, and citizenship applications.
LSC assists survivors of human trafficking with access to legal, medical, and mental health services.
Language support and cultural orientation are available to help families adjust.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Lutheran Social Services of the National Capital Area (LSSNCA) offers legal help to immigrants and refugees.
They assist with applying for citizenship, family reunification, green cards, work permits, and more.
Their legal team includes attorneys and staff trained and approved by the U.S. Department of Justice.
They speak multiple languages and are experienced in helping people through the immigration system.
Services are available in the Washington, D.C. metro area and may have a fee depending on the type of help needed.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Immigrant Connection Blue Ridge provides low-cost immigration legal help in Roanoke, Virginia.
Their legal team is accredited by the U.S. Department of Justice and helps with things like green cards, work permits, DACA, citizenship, and family petitions.
They are not attorneys but are trained and approved to offer legal services.
While they don’t directly represent people in court or specialize in unaccompanied children’s cases, they do offer guidance and referrals for more complex situations.
Their goal is to make immigration support more affordable and accessible for low-income immigrants and families.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/10096):
Literacy Volunteers Winchester Area (LVWA), in partnership with Just Neighbors, provides low-cost immigration legal help in Winchester, Virginia.
They assist with family petitions, humanitarian applications (like asylum or VAWA), and citizenship.
After filling out an intake form, clients are contacted within 1–3 days to schedule a one-time legal consultation for $100.
During this session, an immigration attorney reviews documents and explains options.
Services are offered in Spanish and are open to anyone, no matter their status.
In addition to legal help, LVWA offers free or low-cost education programs, including English classes, citizenship preparation, basic computer skills, and family reading programs.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/10097):
The Sacred Heart Center in Richmond, Virginia, offers an Immigration Legal Services Program that provides low-cost legal assistance to individuals and families navigating the immigration system.
In addition to legal services, the Center provides various programs, including adult education, youth programs, health services, and family support initiatives.
or call (804) 837-0189 and leave a message with your complete name, phone number, and why you are calling.
The interview fee is $25.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Tahirih Justice Center offers free legal help to immigrant children and families facing violence, including abuse, forced marriage, or trafficking. They provide legal screenings, full representation, and safety planning. Services include help with asylum, SIJS, T visas, U visas, and VAWA.
Their approach is trauma-informed and includes language access, case management, and social service referrals.
Offices are in the DC area, Baltimore, Houston, Atlanta, and the Bay Area, California.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Community Support Services ](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/10104):
The Early Learning Coalition of the Big Bend Region (ELC) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting families, children, and child care providers.
Headquartered in Tallahassee, ELC collaborates with families and local providers to prepare children for academic success and assist families in accessing quality child care services.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/10110):
Program Believe in Biloxi, Mississippi offers $50 immigration legal consultations to help families understand their legal options.
They also provide free Afterschool and Summer Enrichment programs for children, as well as adult ESL, GED, and citizenship classes.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Catholic Charities of Central Colorado provides immigration legal services to low-income individuals and families in Colorado Springs, Castle Rock, and surrounding areas in Colorado.
Their services are accredited by the U.S. Department of Justice and offers legal support for removal defense, asylum, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS), U.S. citizenship, permanent residency, family-based petitions, VAWA self-petitions for domestic violence survivors, consular processing, record renewals (such as work authorization and DACA renewal), visas for crime and trafficking victims (U and T visas), and Temporary Protected Status (TPS) applications.
Legal help is offered on a sliding-fee scale or at low cost for eligible clients. Services are offered in English and Spanish, including “Know Your Rights” presentations.
In addition to immigration legal help, they provide food, clothing, and rent assistance, employment and financial guidance, meals and housing support for people experiencing homelessness, parenting resources for mothers, and programs for seniors and children.
Counties Covered in Colorado Springs: Chaffee, Cheyenne, El Paso, Kit Carson, Lake, Lincoln, and Teller
Counties Covered in Castle Rock: Elbert, Douglas, and Park
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Community Support Services ](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/10118):
Share Your Heart offers
Emergency assistance: Food, Clothing, and Essential Supplies.
Spiritual and Emotional Support: Emotional care, spiritual guidance, and practical support, such as food and clothing, within 48 hours of referral.
Job Training and Placement: Share Your Heart provides pre-placement training courses, career exploration, and job placement services, focusing on individuals with disadvantages and disabilities to enhance their employability.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Integrated Legal and Social Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/10119):
Friendly House offers affordable immigration legal services, including consultations, legal representation, advocacy, and community education.
They provide in-person and virtual appointments through its Immigration and Legal Services Department.
The program supports immigrants seeking reliable legal assistance and information about immigration options.
Services aim to help keep families together and protect vulnerable individuals through legal support and education.
This provider does not focus on removal defense.
Friendly House also offers other programs including a food pantry (Friendly House Food Distribution Center), education and workforce development, early childhood and youth services, and community support.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
VIDA provides free legal and immigration assistance to immigrant survivors and their families, helps them access support services, trains advocates and professionals, gives outreach and education, and advocates for fair policies and services.
Direct legal representation in immigration matters, advocacy for trafficking survivors, case management, outreach and education to the community through Know Your Rights presentations, brochures, and more.
VIDA has two office locations in Florida
North Office: 12955 Biscayne Boulevard, Suite 408 North Miami, FL 33181
South Office: 27112 South Dixie Highway Naranja, FL 33032
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Alianza Hispanoamericana NFP (Alianza) provides low-cost immigration legal services in Lake County, IL through DOJ-accredited representatives.
They assist with family-based petitions, adjustment of status, naturalization, asylum, VAWA, U Visas, consular processing, and waivers related to unlawful presence or reentry after deportation.
They also support Parole in Place for military families. Services are designed to help low-income immigrants, including youth and family sponsors, access legal protection and reunification options.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Alliance for Immigrant Neighbors (AIN) is a nonprofit organization based in Des Plaines, Illinois, offering affordable immigration legal services.
Their Department of Justice-accredited team provides consultations and representation for family-based petitions, lawful permanent residence (green cards), citizenship, Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA), and benefits for victims of crimes or family violence. While they do not handle asylum or removal defense cases, they can refer clients to appropriate resources.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
.Alliance for Immigrant Neighbors (AIN) is a nonprofit organization based in Des Plaines, Illinois, offering affordable immigration legal services.
Their Department of Justice-accredited team provides consultations and representation for family-based petitions, lawful permanent residence (green cards), citizenship, Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA), and benefits for victims of crimes or family violence. While they do not handle asylum or removal defense cases, they can refer clients to appropriate resources.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services ](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/10140):
Arab American Family Services (AAFS) offers immigration legal services including family petitions, green card renewals, adjustment of status, and support with work permits.
Their staff are BIA-accredited and assist with applications from start to finish.
As part of the Illinois Welcoming Center network, AAFS also supports new migrant arrivals in shelters by helping with housing, food, and public benefits.
Services are trauma-informed and available in multiple languages.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Ascend Justice in Chicago offers free legal help to immigrants who have experienced gender-based violence.
They assist with U visas, VAWA self-petitions, Battered Spouse Waivers, asylum (affirmative and defensive), and removal defense.
Ascend is recognized by the Department of Justice, so they provide direct legal services.
To apply, call (312) 971-5932 and leave your contact info; a bilingual staff member will call you back to complete the intake.
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- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/10142):
Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Chicago provides immigration legal help in the Chicago area.
Their DOJ-accredited staff supports U.S. citizens and permanent residents with family petitions and helps immigrant survivors of crime and abuse apply for U Visas and VAWA protection.
They also assist with Temporary Protected Status (TPS), when eligible, and give community education on immigration topics.
Services are available in English and Spanish, and legal representation is offered at the USCIS Chicago office.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/10143):
Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Chicago provides immigration legal help in the Chicago area.
Their DOJ-accredited staff supports U.S. citizens and permanent residents with family petitions and helps immigrant survivors of crime and abuse apply for U Visas and VAWA protection.
They also assist with Temporary Protected Status (TPS), when eligible, and give community education on immigration topics.
Services are available in English and Spanish, and legal representation is offered at the USCIS Chicago office.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/10144):
Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Chicago provides immigration legal help in the Chicago area.
Their DOJ-accredited staff supports U.S. citizens and permanent residents with family petitions and helps immigrant survivors of crime and abuse apply for U Visas and VAWA protection.
They also assist with Temporary Protected Status (TPS), when eligible, and give community education on immigration topics.
Services are available in English and Spanish, and legal representation is offered at the USCIS Chicago office.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/10145):
Catholic Charities provides immigration legal help in the Chicago area.
Their DOJ-accredited staff supports U.S. citizens and permanent residents with family petitions and helps immigrant survivors of crime and abuse apply for U Visas and VAWA protection.
They also assist with Temporary Protected Status (TPS), when eligible, and give community education on immigration topics.
Services are available in English and Spanish, and legal representation is offered at the USCIS Chicago office.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Rockford offers low-cost immigration legal services, including assistance with family-based petitions, naturalization, adjustment of status, consular processing, employment authorization, and applications for Temporary Protected Status (TPS).
While they do not provide direct representation for asylum or removal defense cases, they can refer clients to appropriate resources.
Services are available in English and Spanish, with interpretation for other languages as needed.
Appointments can be scheduled via phone, email, or in person.
Additionally, Catholic Charities operates a soup kitchen at the St. Elizabeth Catholic Community Center in Rockford.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services ](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/10147):
Centro de Información is a nonprofit organization offering low-cost immigration legal services.
Their Department of Justice-accredited staff assists with family-based petitions, naturalization, adjustment of status, employment authorization, Temporary Protected Status (TPS), Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) renewals, U visas, Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) petitions, and asylum applications.
They also provide general consultations and support for the removal of conditions on residence cards.
Centro's Access to Justice program offers free immigration legal services to low-income Illinois residents.
Appointments are available every Thursday and Friday from 9:00 to 11:30 a.m.
In addition to legal services, Centro operates an Emergency Food Pantry at their main office, distributing food by appointment.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services ](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/10148):
Centro de Información is a nonprofit organization offering low-cost immigration legal services.
Their Department of Justice-accredited staff assists with family-based petitions, naturalization, adjustment of status, employment authorization, Temporary Protected Status (TPS), Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) renewals, U visas, Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) petitions, and asylum applications.
They also provide general consultations and support for the removal of conditions on residence cards.
Centro's Access to Justice program offers free immigration legal services to low-income Illinois residents.
Appointments are available every Thursday and Friday from 9:00 to 11:30 a.m.
In addition to legal services, Centro operates an Emergency Food Pantry at their main office, distributing food by appointment.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services ](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/10149):
Centro de Información is a nonprofit organization offering low-cost immigration legal services.
Their Department of Justice-accredited staff assists with family-based petitions, naturalization, adjustment of status, employment authorization, Temporary Protected Status (TPS), Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) renewals, U visas, Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) petitions, and asylum applications.
They also provide general consultations and support for the removal of conditions on residence cards.
Centro's Access to Justice program offers free immigration legal services to low-income Illinois residents.
Appointments are available every Thursday and Friday from 9:00 to 11:30 a.m.
In addition to legal services, Centro operates an Emergency Food Pantry at their main office, distributing food by appointment.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/10150):
Centro Romero is a nonprofit in Chicago that has supported immigrants and refugees for over 40 years. Their Legal Department offers consultations, application help, and immigration representation.
Clients are screened to determine what immigration, if any, benefit they qualify for.
Services include Legal Permanent Residency (LPR), Temporary Protected Status (TPS), and citizenship. New clients must live in Illinois and complete an online form.
Legal services are part of broader support programs including youth leadership, family services, and adult education, providing stability for immigrant families and sponsors.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Chicago Workers Collaborative offers immigration legal help for immigrant workers and their families.
Services include U Visas for crime victims, VAWA, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS), Temporary Protected Status (TPS), Parole in Place, DACA renewals, citizenship applications, and consular processing for family beneficiaries in Illinois.
They also support requests under Deferred Action for Labor Enforcement (DALE), partnering with attorneys to help clients report abuse and seek protection.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Chicago Volunteer Legal Services (CVLS) offers free legal help to low-income families in Chicago and Cook County.
They assist with family law, guardianship, and immigration matters.
CVLS also provides emergency guardianship planning for immigrant families and conducts "Know Your Rights" workshops.
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The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Chicago Workers Collaborative offers immigration legal help for immigrant workers and their families.
Services include U Visas for crime victims, VAWA, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS), Temporary Protected Status (TPS), Parole in Place, DACA renewals, citizenship applications, and consular processing for family beneficiaries in Illinois.
They also support requests under Deferred Action for Labor Enforcement (DALE), partnering with attorneys to help clients report abuse and seek protection.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Chicago Workers Collaborative offers immigration legal help for immigrant workers and their families.
Services include U Visas for crime victims, VAWA, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS), Temporary Protected Status (TPS), Parole in Place, DACA renewals, citizenship applications, and consular processing for family beneficiaries in Illinois.
They also support requests under Deferred Action for Labor Enforcement (DALE), partnering with attorneys to help clients report abuse and seek protection.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
PRIME–Ecumenical Commitment to Refugees (PRIME–ECR) is a DOJ-recognized nonprofit offering free or low-cost immigration legal services in central and eastern Pennsylvania.
They assist with applications including naturalization, green cards, family petitions, VAWA petitions, waivers, and lost document replacement.
They also offer legal representation in immigration court.
Language access is available in Spanish, French, Farsi, and other languages.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
PRIME–Ecumenical Commitment to Refugees (PRIME–ECR) is a DOJ-recognized nonprofit offering free or low-cost immigration legal services in central and eastern Pennsylvania.
They assist with applications including naturalization, green cards, family petitions, VAWA petitions, waivers, and lost document replacement.
They also offer legal representation in immigration court.
Language access is available in Spanish, French, Farsi, and other languages.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The Community Immigration Law Center (CILC) provides legal services for immigrants, especially those facing deportation.
They offer a free legal clinic with walk-in consultations twice a month, requiring prior appointment scheduling.
Their legal representation supports detained non-citizens in removal proceedings, including bond hearings, appeals, and USCIS applications.
CILC also provides an attorney referral list for those seeking immigration assistance and Pro Se asylum referrals for individuals in removal proceedings.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The Immigrant Justice Program at the Neighborhood Christian Legal Clinic provides legal assistance for various family-based and humanitarian immigration needs.
They help with removal defense, asylum, U Visas, residency/green card applications, family-based petitions, temporary protected status, citizenship, and DACA renewal. They also refer immigrants to legal resources for issues unrelated to immigration, such as landlord-tenant disputes and tax concern.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The Tulane Immigrant Rights Clinic, part of TULAP, provides free legal advice and low-cost representation for immigration cases.
The clinic assists with DACA, green cards, citizenship, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS), T-visas for trafficking victims, and asylum cases.
It also offers Know-Your-Rights workshops to inform detainees and community members of their legal rights. Their services support immigrants through crucial legal processes, ensuring access to reliable representation.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The Immigrant Justice Clinic provides free legal assistance to underserved immigrants in Wisconsin. They specialize in deportation defense, representing clients in immigration court. Their humanitarian relief services help victims of crime, persecution, or trafficking apply for U Visas, T Visas, and asylum.
Their criminal-immigration advice assists non-citizens in understanding the legal impact of criminal charges. The clinic also helps with DACA renewals and Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS) applications, while conducting community education to inform immigrants of their legal rights.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/10176):
Frida Community Organization in Chicago provides free or low-cost immigration legal services and educational programs for immigrant families.
Their immigration services include family petitions, naturalization, consular processing, U visas, DACA, adjustment of status, and green card replacement.
They offer first-time consultations Monday through Wednesday, with a sign-up list posted at 11:30 AM and consultations beginning at 1:00 PM; only the first 10 individuals on the list will be seen.
Educational programs include after-school clubs in math, yoga, and cheerleading at local elementary schools, aiming to support students' academic and personal growth.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Integrated Legal and Social Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/10177):
HANA Center in Chicago offers a comprehensive range of services for immigrant youth and families, including legal, mental health, and housing support.
If you need assistance due to ICE detention, or to report a suspected ICE sighting, you can call the Rapid Response Hotline at (855) 435-7693.
Their immigration legal services encompass family petitions, green card applications, U visas, T visas, VAWA, asylum, and citizenship assistance.
Most application services cost $50 or less, and initial screenings are available online.
The Community Wellness program provides confidential counseling for survivors of domestic violence, focusing on stress management, coping skills, and empowerment.
Support is available in Korean, Spanish, and English.
In housing, HANA Center's HUD-certified counselors offer free one-on-one assistance with eviction prevention, rental aid applications, foreclosure counseling, and budgeting.
Workshops are conducted in multiple languages, both online and in-person.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Integrated Legal and Social Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/10178):
HANA Center offers a comprehensive range of services for immigrant youth and families, including legal, mental health, and housing support.
Their immigration legal services encompass family petitions, green card applications, U visas, T visas, VAWA, asylum, and citizenship assistance. Most application services cost $50 or less, and initial screenings are available online.
The Community Wellness program provides confidential counseling for survivors of domestic violence, focusing on stress management, coping skills, and empowerment.
Support is available in Korean, Spanish, and English.
In housing, HANA Center's HUD-certified counselors offer free one-on-one assistance with eviction prevention, rental aid applications, foreclosure counseling, and budgeting.
Workshops are conducted in multiple languages, both online and in-person.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services ](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/10179):
The U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants (USCRI) helps unaccompanied children who are in immigration court.
They can help children apply for protections like asylum or Special Immigrant Juvenile Status and, in some cases, provide a lawyer or connect families to trusted legal partners.
Most services for children are free or very low-cost, and any fees depend on what the family can afford.
USCRI also offers non-legal support for children and families, including help after a child is released from federal custody, support with school enrollment, referrals to medical and mental health care, and connections to local community resources.
Services may vary depending on funding and availability, so families should contact the local USCRI office to ask what help is currently offered.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
World Relief Quad Cities provides immigration legal services to immigrants and refugees in western Illinois and eastern Iowa.
They assist with family reunification, adjustment of status, green card renewals, citizenship applications, and refugee green cards.
They also offer "Know Your Rights" resources in multiple languages. Services are available to individuals regardless of immigration status. Interpretation services are provided.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
World Relief Quad Cities provides immigration legal services to immigrants and refugees in western Illinois and eastern Iowa.
They assist with family reunification, adjustment of status, green card renewals, citizenship applications, and refugee green cards.
They also offer "Know Your Rights" resources in multiple languages. Services are available to individuals regardless of immigration status. Interpretation services are provided.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The Migrant and Immigrant Community Action Project (MICA) provides low-cost immigration legal services with affordable sliding-scale fees and payment plans. Free services are available for those in serious financial need.
Their assistance covers family immigration, naturalization, deportation defense, asylum and refugee issues, and humanitarian relief (including T and U visas). They help with DACA applications and renewals, work permits, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS), and Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) petitions.
The project also offers Know Your Rights presentations and workshops on legal topics like Power of Attorney.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Neighbors Immigration Clinic is a nonprofit law firm that offers low-cost immigration legal services to immigrants in Kentucky.
They help with family petitions, green card replacements, citizenship, asylum, U visas, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS), and other humanitarian cases, including some removal defense.
Clients pay a small fee, and services are provided by trusted legal professionals.
Counties served: Fayette
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The Maxwell Street Legal Clinic, part of Kentucky Equal Justice Center, offers free and low-cost immigration legal help to people with income below 200% of the federal poverty line.
They assist with DACA renewals, citizenship, family petitions, TPS, U or T visas, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS), VAWA, green card renewals, and work permit replacements.
They do not handle work-based visas or tourist visas. There’s a $40 consultation fee, but no one is turned away if they can’t pay.
Services are available in English and Spanish, and interpreters are used for other languages.
County served: Fayette
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/10187):
Indo American Center offers immigration and citizenship services, including legal assistance and clinics.
Indo American Center also provides English language classes (ESL) and adult education programs.
The organization helps individuals access public benefits and navigate available resources.
Additional services include health education programs, as well as programs for seniors, youth, and the broader community.
Services are available in multiple languages to support diverse immigrant communities.
They do not focus on removal defense.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
La Victoria Foundation offers affordable immigration services, including adjustment of status, asylum applications, DACA renewals, and citizenship guidance. They also assist with tax preparation and ITIN applications.
Their mission focuses on supporting low-income and indigent individuals, charging minimal fees to ensure accessibility.
Additionally, they provide free asylum application preparation.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/10189):
Catholic Charities of Milwaukee's Refugee and Immigration Services ( RISC ) offers comprehensive support to immigrants and refugees in southeastern Wisconsin.
Their legal team assists with various immigration matters, including green cards, citizenship applications, asylum, DACA renewals, and protections for victims of domestic violence and human trafficking.
Beyond legal aid, RISC also provides crucial integration and education programs to help newcomers adjust to American culture, learn English, and prepare for civic life.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/10196):
Catholic Charities Indianapolis provides low-cost immigration legal services, including citizenship and naturalization applications, family-based petitions, green cards, DACA, work permits, and other USCIS-related matters.
In addition, the organization offers refugee resettlement support, ESL and citizenship classes, employment assistance, cultural orientation, and referrals to housing, healthcare, and other community resources for immigrant children and families.
Services focus on affirmative immigration benefits rather than immigration court representation or removal defense.
Services are available in English and Spanish, and nominal fees are charged based on an income-based sliding scale.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The Pro Se Program from Community Response Coalition of Kentucky (CRCKY) offers free help to immigrants who are applying for asylum or related immigration documents with USCIS.
They are not lawyers, but have staff trained by the Department of Justice who can help fill out forms like asylum applications, work permits, FOIA requests, and address changes.
This help is only for people in USCIS interviews (not immigration court).
You must contact them the first Monday of the month to apply, and only a few people are accepted each time.
Services are free, and staff speak Spanish, English, and other languages by text or email.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/10201):
Instituto del Progreso Latino in Chicago offers immigration legal assistance with naturalization, asylum, family petitions, TPS, and visas for survivors of crime or domestic violence.
They also participate in New Leaf Illinois, helping expunge eligible cannabis-related records.
In addition to legal services, Instituto provides adult education, youth programs, career pathways, and support for newly arrived migrants through Project AMOR, which includes essential supplies and financial literacy resources.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Latinos Progresando is a nonprofit in Chicago offering low-cost immigration legal help.
They support with family petitions, green cards, and visas for people who have survived violence or trafficking.
Their VAWA Project gives free legal help to immigrants facing abuse at home.
They also teach the community about immigration laws and changes.
Services are in English and Spanish, and the group is recognized by the Department of Justice.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Legal Aid Chicago provides free legal services to low-income individuals in Cook County.
Immigration help is available to U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents, asylees, refugees, survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, human trafficking, and individuals who qualify under U visa laws or have been granted Withholding of Removal.
Some support is also available for lawful temporary residents and H2A/H2B workers.
Services include legal screenings and representation, depending on case type and eligibility.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Asian Counseling and Referral Service (ACRS) is a nonprofit organization that provides legal defense to Asian American Pacific Islanders, immigrants, refugees, and other underserved communities in need of immigration legal services in King County, Washington.
They assist with deportation defense, asylum, and applications for relief under VAWA (for victims of domestic violence), U Visas (for victims of serious crimes), and T Visas (for trafficking survivors).
Services are focused on individuals in detention and other vulnerable groups, including youth, and free representation is prioritized for King County residents with incomes at or below 200% of the federal poverty level.
ACRS also offers bilingual citizenship classes, ESL instruction, and individual support with naturalization applications, including mock interview practice.
Counties Served: King
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The Vietnamese Association of Illinois (VAI) offers free or low-cost immigration legal services open to all, regardless of immigration status or language. Services include help with family petitions, asylum, deportation defense, and immigration court cases.
They also provide intensive case management through the Immigrant Family Resource Program (IFRP). Services are available in Arabic, Vietnamese, English, and Spanish, supporting diverse immigrant and refugee communities across Chicago's Northside.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The Illinois Coalition for Immigrant and Refugee Rights Family Support Network provides critical legal services to immigrants and refugees across Illinois.
Through a multilingual hotline (1-855-435-7693), FSN connects individuals to trusted nonprofit legal providers offering assistance with deportation defense, asylum applications, DACA renewals, TPS, and family-based immigration processes.
They also supplies “Know Your Rights” materials, legal workshops, and helps individuals navigate complex immigration systems
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Center for Immigrant Development (CID) offers legal immigration counseling, family-based petitions, adjustment of status, naturalization applications, Temporary Protected Status (TPS), political asylum, fiancé visas, and other immigration-related applications.
CID also provides document translation and interpretation services and citizenship classes.
They offer consultation with BIA-accredited representatives and assistance with immigration interview preparation and representation.
They do not offer direct legal representation in court or removal defense for unaccompanied minors.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
New Hope Immigration Services is a DOJ-recognized nonprofit in Garland, Texas, providing low-cost immigration legal assistance.
They help with family petitions, adjustment of status (green cards), consular processing, waivers, naturalization (citizenship), and work permits.
They also assist with humanitarian relief including VAWA (for victims of domestic violence), U Visas (for serious crime victims), and TPS (Temporary Protected Status), when eligible.
Services include translation, interview preparation, and military parole-in-place.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Life Span’s Immigration Program offers free legal help to immigrant survivors of domestic or sexual violence. They assist with VAWA self-petitions, battered spouse waivers, and U Visas, options that can help survivors and their children stay in the U.S. safely.
Services are available in Spanish, Polish, Arabic, and other languages through interpreters.
Life Span also provides community education and collaborates with other service providers to support clients holistically.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Life Span’s Immigration Program offers free legal help to immigrant survivors of domestic or sexual violence. They assist with VAWA self-petitions, battered spouse waivers, and U Visas, options that can help survivors and their children stay in the U.S. safely.
Services are available in Spanish, Polish, Arabic, and other languages through interpreters.
Life Span also provides community education and collaborates with other service providers to support clients holistically.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
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Palenque LSNA, located in Chicago, provides immigration legal services and educational programs for immigrant youth and families.
In partnership with Erie Neighborhood House, they offer free legal help, including consultations and support with complex immigration cases.
For more information, call (216) 260-6429 and leave a detailed voicemail.
They also run Community Learning Centers at McAuliffe Elementary School and Kelvyn Park High School, serving around 350 children and youth.
These centers offer after-school programs with academic support in reading, math, and science, as well as activities in the arts, cultural enrichment, digital media, and health.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The Middle Eastern Immigrant and Refugee Alliance (MIRA) in Chicago offers free immigration legal services, including assistance with citizenship and green card applications.
They also provide case management to help clients access housing, healthcare, and other essential services.
MIRA primarily serves Middle Eastern refugees, Special Immigrant Visa holders, and asylees, including Afghan and North African individuals.
Services are available in Arabic, Dari, Assyrian, and Kurdish, among other languages.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The Syrian Community Network (SCN) offers free immigration legal services to low-income immigrants, especially those with humanitarian statuses like refugees, asylees, or humanitarian parolees.
They do not offer direct legal representation in court or removal defense, but their team can assist with applications for asylum, green cards, naturalization, work permits, and refugee travel documents.
They also help with fee waivers and provide general consultations.
SCN holds open office hours weekly, both in-person and via Zoom, for brief legal information.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
North Suburban Legal Aid Clinic (NSLAC) offers free immigration legal services to low-income residents of north suburban Cook County and Lake County, Illinois.
They assist with family-based petitions, asylum, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS), U and T visas, VAWA self-petitions, Temporary Protected Status (TPS), and removal defense.
Services are available regardless of immigration status, and interpretation is provided in multiple languages, including Spanish.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Valley Immigrant Advocates (VIA) provides reduced-cost immigration legal services in north-central Illinois, with no one turned away for inability to pay.
They offer consultations and help with asylum, VAWA, U and T Visas, family-based green cards, adjustment of status, and naturalization (including derivative citizenship). They also assist with renewals of visas, DACA, and green cards.
VIA offers limited in-court representation, including asylum and cancellation of removal cases.
They host workshops and community presentations to explain immigration processes and legal updates.
Services are offered in English and Spanish.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The Illinois Welcoming Center program helps immigrants adjust to life in Illinois. Services include help with immigration legal screenings through the Immigrant Family Resource Program and Access to Justice network.
Staff offer support in multiple languages and connect families to public benefits, housing, healthcare, and mental health services. Some centers offer direct case management for immigrants, including youth and families.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The Metcalf Family Foundation Legal Clinic offers immigration legal services including asylum applications, family-based petitions, VAWA petitions, and representation in immigration court and appeals.
Initial consultations are free. Legal fees are waived for those earning less than twice the federal poverty guideline and discounted for those earning up to five times the guideline. Services are provided by volunteer attorneys.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Sexual Violence Law Center (SVLC) is a nonprofit legal services organization that provides free legal help to survivors of sexual and gender-based violence in Washington State.
They provide immigration legal services including adjustment of status, asylum applications, employment authorization, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS), T Visas for trafficking survivors, U Visas for victims of certain crimes, and VAWA petitions for survivors of domestic violence.
All legal services are free for eligible survivors and services are available in Bengali, Chinese, English, French, Hindi, and Spanish, and other languages can be supported through interpreters.
SVLC also assists with legal issues related to housing, employment, and victim rights. They serve survivors including undocumented individuals, trafficking survivors, people with disabilities, youth, and LGBTQ+ survivors.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The Utah Immigration Collaborative (UIC) offers referrals to free or low-cost immigration legal services across Utah.
UIC partners include Catholic Community Services, Comunidades Unidas, Holy Cross Ministries, the IRC, and Immigrant Legal Services.
Some legal services offered are deportation defense (removal defense), U Visa (for victims of serious crimes), T Visa (for victims of trafficking), Adjustment of Status (application for legal permanent residence), Asylum (for those fleeing persecution), and Naturalization Assistance (for qualified immigrants who want to become U.S. citizens). Additional services may be available depending on the referral and client needs.
The referral line is open Monday to Friday with support in English, Spanish, and other languages through phone interpretation.
Legal Services
Asistencia Legal
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Catholic Charities of Southern Nevada (CCSN) offers a range of legal services focused primarily on immigration assistance.
Their legal team is accredited by the Department of Justice to provide immigration legal service and provide asylum assistance, family-based immigration, naturalization, and humanitarian support for migrants and refugees.
CCSN also offer community support such as food, housing aid, education, and other essential services for immigrants and families.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Catholic Charities Maine’s Refugee & Immigration Services offers low‑cost legal support for refugees, asylees, and eligible immigrants across the state.
Their team assists with petitions for family reunification (e.g., Relative Petitions and Central American Minors), applications for green cards, citizenship, work authorization, and travel documents, as well as affidavits of support.
They provide nominal‑fee services, with many waived fees for consultations, CAM petitions, AOR processing, and citizenship for seniors.
While they don’t represent clients in asylum or deportation defense, they offer referrals and brief DHS proceedings support.
Appointment‑based consultations and interpretation services available.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
New Bridges Immigrant Resource Center offers low-cost legal help for immigrants in the Shenandoah Valley.
They assist with family petitions, residency applications, citizenship, TPS renewals, and work permits. They also provide document translation, help with medical bills, and referrals for housing, transportation, and other services.
Services are available in Spanish and other languages.
Eligibility is based on income and immigration status.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The Refugee & Immigrant Assistance Center (RIAC) offers support services to refugees, asylees, and immigrants in Massachusetts.
They provide case management, help with public benefits, mental health counseling, ESOL classes, and youth programs. They also offer free help with applying for green cards and U.S. citizenship.
Services are available in Boston (Jamaica Plain), Worcester, and Lynn.
Many services are free or low cost.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Oasis for Immigrants provides affordable help with green card applications, citizenship applications, and other administrative immigration matters before USCIS.
The organization offers guidance with forms, understanding requirements, and preparing for the citizenship process, along with low-cost USCIS representation and basic rights-education workshops.
They do not provide removal (deportation) defense.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
MIRA USA provides immigration legal assistance through DOJ-accredited representatives and offers workshops on immigration, citizenship, financial education, disaster preparedness, and youth leadership.
They do not offer direct legal representation in court or removal defense but provide can assist with family-based immigration petitions, adjustment of status, DACA, TPS, U Visa, T Visa, VAWA, and citizenship exam preparation..
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Gateway Foundation in Seminole, Florida, offers immigration legal services, including help with asylum applications, deportation defense, and visa and citizenship filings.
They support individuals facing persecution in their home countries and guide them through interviews or court proceedings.
Services also include legal consultations and help preparing immigration forms.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
United Community Services is a DOJ-recognized nonprofit in Florida offering affordable immigration legal assistance.
They support applications for family petitions, adjustment of status (green cards), naturalization (citizenship), and waivers.
They also assist with humanitarian relief, including VAWA (for victims of domestic violence), U Visas (for crime victims), T Visas (for trafficking survivors), and asylum.
Additional services include deportation defense, document translation, and community education workshops.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
United for Immigrants is a nonprofit organization based in Orlando, Florida, recognized by the U.S. Department of Justice to provide immigration legal services.
They offer assistance with family-based petitions, adjustment of status (green card applications), naturalization (citizenship), DACA renewals, work permits, and waivers (I-601, I-601A).
They also provide support for humanitarian relief applications, including asylum, VAWA (for victims of domestic violence), U Visas (for crime victims), T Visas (for trafficking survivors), and Temporary Protected Status (TPS).
Services are designed to be affordable and accessible to individuals regardless of their background or financial situation.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Minority Help is a DOJ-recognized nonprofit in Lighthouse Point, Florida, providing immigration legal services to low-income individuals.
Accredited representatives and supervising attorneys help with family-based petitions, green card applications and renewals, work permits, fiancé visas, and VAWA petitions. They also offer citizenship assistance (for those eligible), referrals, and community outreach.
Minority Help supports the Brazilian-American community through the B.R.A.C.E. Project, which promotes youth engagement in Brazilian arts and culture to strengthen identity, increase cultural awareness, and preserve traditions.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Christians United Against Sexual Violence and Homophobia in Haiti (CUASVAHH) is a nonprofit organization in Jacksonville, Florida, offering affordable immigration legal services to underserved communities, including Haitian and LGBTQ+ individuals.
Their services cover family petitions, asylum, TPS, SIJS, VAWA, U and T visas, and more. They also provide translation, ESL, civics classes, and assistance with document retrieval.
Services are available in English, Haitian Creole, French, and Spanish.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
One Wish Immigration Relief in Miami, FL, is a DOJ-recognized organization providing immigration legal services through attorneys and accredited representatives.
They assist with family-based petitions, asylum applications, Temporary Protected Status (TPS), Adjustment of Status (green cards), employment authorization, and naturalization.
They also offer support for humanitarian parole, DACA, U and T visas, and Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) petitions.
Court representation is available through licensed attorneys.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
St. Michael’s Legal Center in Tampa, FL offers free legal services to low-income individuals, with a focus on family law issues like custody, visitation, and child support.
Those seeking help with their immigration case are invited to complete an online application form on their website. Case reviews are based on eligibility and the information submitted.
Uploading all relevant documents is required for the review process.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Catholic Immigration Services in Little Rock provides low-cost legal help for immigrant youth and their families. They assist with Special Immigrant Juvenile Status, VAWA, U visas, T visas, adjustment of status, and naturalization.
Appointments are required, and the consultation has a fee of approximately $40.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Catholic Immigration Services in Little Rock provides low-cost legal help for immigrant youth and their families. They assist with Special Immigrant Juvenile Status, VAWA, U visas, T visas, adjustment of status, and naturalization.
Appointments are required, and the consultation has a fee of approximately $40.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
AID Arkansas provides free legal help to immigrant and refugee youth who have survived trafficking, abuse, or other harm. They assist with Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS), U visas, T visas, VAWA, DACA, and naturalization.
Services are free, and appointments are required.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Keep Tucson Together (KTT) offers free legal help to stop deportations in immigration courts.
The organization works with volunteer attorneys and community members to help prevent deportation and keep families together in Southern Arizona.
Services focus on defending people facing removal proceedings and providing support through the immigration court process.
KTT offers free information about immigration-related legal options. The organization shares know-your-rights information and provides guidance on DACA, citizenship, asylum, cancellation of removal, and family petitions.
Community members can call or visit the office to learn more about these services and get basic information related to their immigration situation in Southern Arizona.
Their weekly free clinic happens every Thursday evening and is located at:
Pueblo High School - 3500 S 12th Ave, Tucson, AZ 85713
County Served: Pima
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Immigrant Hope Mesa provideslow-cost immigration legal services to individuals in the Phoenix, Arizona metro area.
Their team includes Department of Justice (DOJ) Accredited Representatives who assist with:
Naturalization (for qualified immigrants who wish to become U.S. citizens)
Family-Based Visa Petitions
Green Card Renewals or Replacements (application for legal permanent residence)
Visa for Victims of Violence (VAWA) (victims of domestic violence by abusers with lawful immigration status),
U Visas (victims of serious crimes)
DACA Renewals
Consultations are $30. Additional service and USCIS fees are determined after the initial consultation.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The Center for Trauma & Resilience (CTR) offers free legal services to immigrants who are survivors of domestic or sexual violence. CTR serves individuals who live in Denver, Colorado or who were affected by a crime or trauma in the Denver metro area.
Through its AVAIL: Legal Solutions program, CTR assists clients in applying for U Visas and filing petitions under the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA), providing a potential pathway to citizenship.
They also provide free language services through its Translation & Interpreting Center, ensuring accessibility for limited English proficient clients.
All services are confidential and culturally responsive, aiming to support survivors in rebuilding their lives.
For assistance, individuals can contact CTR's helpline at (303) 894-8000 (English) or (303) 718-8289 (Español).
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
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The Littleton Immigrant Resources Center (LIRC), located in the Bemis Public Library, offers low-cost, DOJ-accredited immigration legal services.
These include help with citizenship applications, green card renewals, work permits, and other immigration forms.
They also provide English classes, one-on-one tutoring, and referrals to local resources.
Services are available in several languages and require an appointment.
Call or visit their website for more info.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The Community Bridge in Cape Coral, FL, is a DOJ-recognized legal clinic offering low-cost immigration services.
They help with family-based petitions, TPS, VAWA and U Visa applications, Adjustment of Status, consular processing, work permits, and citizenship.
They also assist with travel documents, waivers, and legal forms. Translation, notarization, and affidavits of support are available to support applications.
Services are open to low-income individuals and families.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
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Open Arms Community Center in Coral Gables, FL is a DOJ-recognized site offering immigration legal services including family petitions, asylum, TPS (if eligible), Adjustment of Status, consular processing, work permits, and naturalization.
Services are provided by attorneys and accredited representatives, with affordable consultations available.
ESL and civics classes support the naturalization process.
The center also offers help with public benefits (SNAP, Medicaid), food pantry distributions, and referrals to local resources. Youth ages 14–21 can join free programs for self-advocacy, mentoring, job training, and paid work experience.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Immigrant Connection in Duncan, SC, offers low-cost legal help for immigrants.
They can help with family-based immigration, green card renewals, citizenship, DACA renewals, work permits, and more. Services are provided in English, Spanish, French, and German.
They offer a legal consultation for $50, which may help clarify possible immigration options, eligibility, and next steps. However, they cannot provide legal representation or refer clients to trusted local attorneys.
They also offer free citizenship classes and notary services. The office is open on Tuesdays and Thursdays, with other times available by appointment.
Their team includes a Department of Justice–accredited legal representative.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
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Hope CommUnity Center in Apopka, Florida, offers immigration legal services such as consultations and assistance with family petitions.
They also provide citizenship preparation classes that include civics and English instruction for lawful permanent residents.
While Hope doesn’t directly represent clients in immigration cases, they connect people to trusted local service providers and help explain complex systems in a clear way.
Additionally, the center offers social services, including referrals to health clinics and information on Medicaid and food stamps.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Community Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/10269):
Hope CommUnity Center in Apopka, Florida, offers immigration legal services such as consultations and assistance with family petitions.
They also provide citizenship preparation classes that include civics and English instruction for lawful permanent residents.
While Hope doesn’t directly represent clients in immigration cases, they connect people to trusted local service providers and help explain complex systems in a clear way.
Additionally, the center offers social services, including referrals to health clinics and information on Medicaid and food stamps.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
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The Colorado Immigrant Rights Coalition (CIRC) offers guidance to support immigrants in Colorado. Their key services include:
Legal Clinics: CIRC hosts free or low-cost immigration legal clinics across the state, where immigrants can consult with accredited representatives or attorneys about their immigration cases.
DACA Assistance: They provide support with Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) applications and renewals.
Naturalization Help: CIRC helps eligible immigrants apply for U.S. citizenship, offering application support and resources to prepare for the naturalization test.
Know Your Rights Trainings: These sessions inform immigrants about their rights in encounters with immigration enforcement and law enforcement.
Community Navigation Program: Trained community navigators help individuals understand their options and connect with trusted legal services.
CIRC does not offer direct legal representation in court or removal defense.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Stand Together Contra Costa offers no-cost rapid response support, legal services, and community education for immigrant families in Contra Costa County.
The program operates a hotline to report and verify Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) activity, provides community verification and legal observation, and shares accurate information during enforcement incidents.
It also offers legal consultation and representation in immigration proceedings, along with know-your-rights education, workshops, trainings, and public outreach to help families understand their civil rights and access local resources.
Services are provided regardless of immigration status or ability to pay.
County served: Contra Costa
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
California Rural Legal Assistance Foundation (CRLAF) offers free legal services to low-income immigrants in rural northern California.
CRLAF's Removal Defense Project provides free representation in removal proceedings and supports detained and non-detained immigrants in immigration court. This includes hearings in San Francisco and Sacramento immigration courts.
Services also include help with understanding rights, avoiding scams, and planning for family emergencies. Their team also helps protect the rights of immigrant workers and responds quickly when communities face immigration enforcement.
Services are limited and based on funding and capacity.
CRLAF supports detained and non-detained individuals, including children and families.
Representation is provided through programs like the SAFE Network and the Sacramento FUEL Network.
All clients must live in one of the listed counties and meet income guidelines.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Mountain State Justice (MSJ) offers free, confidential legal services to immigrants residing in West Virginia, focusing on humanitarian and family-based immigration matters.
Key Immigration Legal Services:
Free Legal Consultations: MSJ provides in-depth consultations to help individuals understand their immigration status and explore available legal options.
Representation in Immigration Cases: They represent clients in various immigration-related cases, including:
Family-based immigrant visas
Asylum applications
Citizenship and naturalization applications
Humanitarian-based visas such as U and T visas
Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) petitions
Removal defense and appeals
Advice on immigration consequences of criminal convictions
Investigations related to immigration matters.
MSJ operates offices in Charleston and Clarksburg, providing services statewide.
To determine eligibility and schedule a consultation, contact by phone.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Mountain State Justice (MSJ) offers free, confidential legal services to immigrants residing in West Virginia, focusing on humanitarian and family-based immigration matters.
Key Immigration Legal Services:
Free Legal Consultations: MSJ provides in-depth consultations to help individuals understand their immigration status and explore available legal options.
Representation in Immigration Cases: They represent clients in various immigration-related cases, including:
Family-based immigrant visas
Asylum applications
Citizenship and naturalization applications
Humanitarian-based visas such as U and T visas
Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) petitions
Removal defense and appeals
Advice on immigration consequences of criminal convictions
Investigations related to immigration matters.
MSJ operates offices in Charleston and Clarksburg, providing services statewide.
To determine eligibility and schedule a consultation, contact by phone.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The Legal Aid Foundation of Los Angeles (LAFLA) provides free immigration legal services to low-income individuals and families in the Greater Los Angeles area. Their services focus on
unaccompanied minors fleeing violence in their home countries
removal defense
adjustment of status (green card applications)
naturalization (citizenship)
family reunification
asylum applications
LAFLA also offers specialized services through its Torture Survivors Project. Assisting survivors of crimes such as domestic violence, sexual assault, child abuse, human trafficking, torture, and other serious offenses, regardless of where the incidents occurred.
Additionally, LAFLA has a dedicated team for Asian Pacific Islander communities, ensuring language access and culturally competent legal assistance.
Their languages include Spanish, Cantonese, Mandarin, Tagalog, Khmer, Cambodian, Korean, Japanese, and Vietnamese.
To access these services, individuals can apply online, call, attend a LAFLA clinic, or visit a LAFLA office.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The Legal Aid Foundation of Los Angeles (LAFLA) provides free immigration legal services to low-income individuals and families in the Greater Los Angeles area. Their services focus on
unaccompanied minors fleeing violence in their home countries
removal defense
adjustment of status (green card applications)
naturalization (citizenship)
family reunification
asylum applications
LAFLA also offers specialized services through its Torture Survivors Project. Assisting survivors of crimes such as domestic violence, sexual assault, child abuse, human trafficking, torture, and other serious offenses, regardless of where the incidents occurred.
Additionally, LAFLA has a dedicated team for Asian Pacific Islander communities, ensuring language access and culturally competent legal assistance.
Their languages include Spanish, Cantonese, Mandarin, Tagalog, Khmer, Cambodian, Korean, Japanese, and Vietnamese.
To access these services, individuals can apply online, call, attend a LAFLA clinic, or visit a LAFLA office.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Mountain State Justice (MSJ) offers free, confidential legal services to immigrants residing in West Virginia, focusing on humanitarian and family-based immigration matters.
Key Immigration Legal Services:
Free Legal Consultations: MSJ provides in-depth consultations to help individuals understand their immigration status and explore available legal options.
Representation in Immigration Cases: They represent clients in various immigration-related cases, including:
Family-based immigrant visas
Asylum applications
Citizenship and naturalization applications
Humanitarian-based visas such as U and T visas
Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) petitions
Removal defense and appeals
Advice on immigration consequences of criminal convictions
Investigations related to immigration matters.
MSJ operates offices in Charleston and Clarksburg, providing services statewide.
To determine eligibility and schedule a consultation, contact by phone.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
ChildLaw Services is the only non-profit law firm in West Virginia that represents exclusively children.
They offer free or low-cost help with:
Immigration cases, such as applying for asylum or special visas for children.
Family reunification, helping children connect with parents or relatives.
Protection from abuse and neglect.
Court representation, with attorneys who advocate for children before a judge.
Access to essential services like school enrollment, healthcare, and counseling.
In addition to legal services, ChildLaw also leads prevention and community programs that support children’s well-being, including youth leadership initiatives (such as Teen Court), healthy after-school programs, and practical support for children who have experienced abuse or neglect.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
ChildLaw Services is the only non-profit law firm in West Virginia that represents exclusively children.
They offer free or low-cost help with:
Immigration cases, such as applying for asylum or special visas for children.
Family reunification, helping children connect with parents or relatives.
Protection from abuse and neglect.
Court representation, with attorneys who advocate for children before a judge.
Access to essential services like school enrollment, healthcare, and counseling.
In addition to legal services, ChildLaw also leads prevention and community programs that support children’s well-being, including youth leadership initiatives (such as Teen Court), healthy after-school programs, and practical support for children who have experienced abuse or neglect.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
ChildLaw Services is the only non-profit law firm in West Virginia that represents exclusively children.
They offer free or low-cost help with:
Immigration cases, such as applying for asylum or special visas for children.
Family reunification, helping children connect with parents or relatives.
Protection from abuse and neglect.
Court representation, with attorneys who advocate for children before a judge.
Access to essential services like school enrollment, healthcare, and counseling.
In addition to legal services, ChildLaw also leads prevention and community programs that support children’s well-being, including youth leadership initiatives (such as Teen Court), healthy after-school programs, and practical support for children who have experienced abuse or neglect.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
ChildLaw Services is the only non-profit law firm in West Virginia that represents exclusively children.
They offer free or low-cost help with:
Immigration cases, such as applying for asylum or special visas for children.
Family reunification, helping children connect with parents or relatives.
Protection from abuse and neglect.
Court representation, with attorneys who advocate for children before a judge.
Access to essential services like school enrollment, healthcare, and counseling.
In addition to legal services, ChildLaw also leads prevention and community programs that support children’s well-being, including youth leadership initiatives (such as Teen Court), healthy after-school programs, and practical support for children who have experienced abuse or neglect.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
ChildLaw Services is the only non-profit law firm in West Virginia that represents exclusively children.
They offer free or low-cost help with:
Immigration cases, such as applying for asylum or special visas for children.
Family reunification, helping children connect with parents or relatives.
Protection from abuse and neglect.
Court representation, with attorneys who advocate for children before a judge.
Access to essential services like school enrollment, healthcare, and counseling.
In addition to legal services, ChildLaw also leads prevention and community programs that support children’s well-being, including youth leadership initiatives (such as Teen Court), healthy after-school programs, and practical support for children who have experienced abuse or neglect.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to protecting the rights of immigrants and refugees in California.
CAIR offer free or low-cost immigration legal services to individuals who cannot afford private attorneys.
Services include deportation defense, asylum, family reunification, citizenship naturalization (green card), temporary protected status (TPS), and support for victims of crime and human trafficking.
CAIR also empowers American Muslims through advocacy, education programs, and community outreach, including youth leadership and know-your-rights workshops.
CAIR has multiple offices located in:Los Angeles, San Francisco Bay Area, Sacramento Valley/Central California, and San Diego.
To access their services, complete their online intake form.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Building One Community (B1C) offers affordable immigration legal services to individuals and families.
They assist with family-based petitions, applications for lawful permanent residency (Green Cards), DACA, Temporary Protected Status (TPS), and naturalization.
B1C also helps survivors of domestic violence through VAWA petitions and supports crime victims applying for U visas.
They provide legal defense for those facing deportation.
Services include consultations in multiple languages, free monthly information sessions, and fee waivers for clients with financial need.
B1C’s immigration support is available in person and remotely to help people navigate the legal process.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
PASO – West Suburban Action Project is a community organization based in Melrose Park, Illinois, offering immigration legal services to families and youth in Chicago's western suburbs.
They assist with family petitions, green card applications, Temporary Protected Status (TPS), and visas for survivors of violence or trafficking. PASO also provides help with citizenship applications and defends individuals in immigration court.
Services are available in English and Spanish, with intake hours on Wednesdays and Thursdays. Visit their website to confirm schedule.
Some services may have flat fees.
Counties served: Cook, Dupage.
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Immigrant Connection at May Ave. Wesleyan Church in Oklahoma City provides low-cost immigration legal services.
They help with adjustment of status, consular processing, DACA, employment authorization, family-based petitions, naturalization and citizenship, T visas, Temporary Protected Status (TPS), U visas, and VAWA petitions.
Appointments can be scheduled via phone, email, or walk-in.
The initial consultation fee is $50, with other fees at 10–25% of typical attorney rates.
They do not offer direct legal representation in court or removal defense.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The Immigration Center at Western Oaks Church in Oklahoma City provides affordable legal assistance for individuals seeking immigration benefits.
They help with adjustment of status, consular processing, family-based petitions, humanitarian parole, naturalization and citizenship, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status, Special Immigrant Visas (SIV), T visas, Temporary Protected Status (TPS), U visas, and Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) petitions.
Services are offered in English, Spanish, Vietnamese, Ukrainian, and Russian.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Young Women´s Christian Association Tulsa (YWCA) offers affordable immigration legal services, including help with citizenship, green card applications, family petitions, DACA, and Temporary Protected Status (TPS).
They also assist survivors of domestic and sexual violence.
Services are available in multiple languages, such as Spanish, Arabic, Burmese, Russian, Ukrainian, and Zopau.
Initial consultations are by appointment only and do not guarantee representation.
Fees are low, and no one is turned away due to inability to pay.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Immigrant Connection at The Bridge Community Church in Logansport, Indiana, is a Department of Justice-recognized legal office offering low-cost immigration consultations and legal help.
They provide assistance with Family and Marriage-Based Petitions, Naturalization, Adjustment of Status (green card applications), Employment Authorization renewals, Consular Processing, Temporary Protected Status (TPS), Non-Immigrant Visas, and Religious Worker Visas.
A legal consultation costs $40 and includes a review of your case and advice on available options.
They do not offer direct legal representation in court or removal defense for unaccompanied minors.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/10314):
La Casa de Amistad in South Bend, Indiana offers low-cost immigration legal consultations and help with family petitions, green card applications, citizenship, and U Visas for victims of violent crime.
They also provide youth programs like summer school, preschool, and after-school tutoring, plus free English classes for adults, bilingual mental health counseling, rental assistance, and social service referrals.
Spanish and Arabic interpretation is available.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Tree of Life Immigration Legal Aid Clinic in South Bend, Indiana offers free immigration legal consultations and low-cost help with green card applications (adjustment of status), family petitions, naturalization, U Visas (for victims of crimes), and VAWA (for victims of domestic abuse). They also help with fee waiver and disability waiver requests for citizenship.
Other services include citizenship test prep, basic trauma counseling, spiritual care, and referrals for housing, insurance, and other needs.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services ](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/10316):
Centro Hispano Comunitario de Nebraska offers affordable immigration legal services to individuals and families in Columbus and surrounding areas. Their services include assistance with family-based petitions, green card applications, naturalization, and humanitarian protections such as VAWA, U visas, and asylum.
They also provide help with Temporary Protected Status (TPS) and Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS) for eligible youth.
Services are available in English and Spanish by appointment only.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Integrated Legal and Social Services ](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/10318):
Lutheran Family Services provides affordable, accredited immigration legal support to refugees, immigrants, and asylees.
Their staff includes DOJ-accredited specialists and an immigration attorney for deportation/removal defense.
Services cover: family-based petitions, permanent residency, citizenship, travel documents, NACARA (Nicaraguan and Central American relief), Temporary Protected Status (TPS), and Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) cases.
They assist with applications through interviews, including at USCIS naturalization interviews.
They also offer wrap-around support such as case management, help with housing and basic needs, cultural orientation, and services for trafficking survivors.
Offices are located in Omaha and Grand Island, with sliding-scale fees and multilingual support.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/10319):
Catholic Social Services of Southern Nebraska offers a range of services including immigration legal help, refugee resettlement, food assistance, and support for basic needs.
They help individuals with applications such as citizenship, DACA, work permits, and family reunification, and provides assistance completing forms and filing with USCIS.
It also offers employment support, ESL classes, counseling, and referrals.
Additional programs include food distribution, financial assistance, and housing support for people in crisis.
Services are available to immigrants and refugees to help them become stable and self-sufficient.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The Center for Legal Immigration Assistance (CLIA) provides free or low-cost legal help for immigrant youth and their sponsors.
They assist with Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS), family-based petitions, DACA, Temporary Protected Status (TPS), and work permits.
CLIA also helps with humanitarian cases like U visas, VAWA, T visas, and asylum for youth who have experienced abuse, trafficking, or violence.
They offer support with green card and citizenship applications, along with interpretation services in Spanish and English.
Staff guide clients through paperwork, interviews, and court filings to help them navigate the immigration process.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Services and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/10321):
International Council for Refugees and Immigrants (ICRI) provides low‑cost, DOJ‑accredited help with family-based petitions, SIJS, DACA, TPS, work permits, U‑ and T‑visas, VAWA, and asylum for youth and their sponsors.
Their Immigration Legal Center supports green cards, citizenship, travel documents, and FOIA/passport aid.
Staff offer case management, interpretation in native languages, and full support through form‑filling, interviews, and court filings.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Community Support Services ](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/10326):
Nebraska Coalition to End Sexual & Domestic Violence offers DOJ‑accredited legal support through referrals for U‑Visas, T‑Visas, VAWA self‑petitions, and related applications to USCIS.
They connect families with free or low‑cost legal aid through partners across Nebraska, including Legal Aid, law school clinics, and specialized immigration hotlines.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The Women’s Center for Advancement (WCA) in Omaha provides free legal support for survivors of domestic and sexual violence, including immigration assistance for those without legal status.
They help with applications like U visas, T visas, and VAWA through state-supported programs.
WCA also offers safety planning, legal advocacy, emergency financial support, free counseling, and practical resources like clothing and personal items.
All services are confidential and available in multiple languages.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/10328):
Catholic Charities of Southwest Kansas offers low-cost immigration legal services, including assistance with family-based petitions, adjustment of status, naturalization, and Temporary Protected Status (TPS).
Additionally, they support refugees with resettlement services such as housing, employment counseling, school enrollment, and cultural orientation.
Services are available in Garden City, and Dodge City.
Initial consultations are by appointment only.
Fees are nominal, and no one is turned away due to inability to pay.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/10329):
Catholic Charities of Southwest Kansas offers low-cost immigration legal services, including assistance with family-based petitions, adjustment of status, naturalization, and Temporary Protected Status (TPS).
Additionally, they support refugees with resettlement services such as housing, employment counseling, school enrollment, and cultural orientation.
Services are available in Garden City, and Dodge City.
Initial consultations are by appointment only.
Fees are nominal, and no one is turned away due to inability to pay.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
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Immigrant Connection offers low-cost immigration legal services, including assistance with family petitions, adjustment of status, naturalization, and Temporary Protected Status (TPS).
They also support survivors of domestic violence and other vulnerable individuals.
Services are available in English and Spanish.
Initial consultations are by appointment only, and fees are nominal. No one is turned away due to inability to pay.
They do not offer direct legal representation in court or removal defense.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
El Centro provides low-cost immigration legal services, including help with family petitions, adjustment of status, naturalization, and Temporary Protected Status (TPS).
They also support survivors of domestic violence and other vulnerable individuals.
Services are available in English and Spanish. Initial consultations are by appointment only, and fees are minimal.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The Public Law Center (PLC) provides free legal services to immigrants, minorities, veterans, seniors, children, and low-income residents of Orange County.
Public Law Center provides immigration assistance in the following areas:
Deportation Defense (removal defense)
Relief under the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) (victims of domestic violence by abusers with lawful immigration status)
U Visa (victims of serious crimes)
T Visa (victims of trafficking)
Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (for undocumented minors who have been abused, neglected or abandoned by one or both of their parents)
Adjustment of status (application for legal permanent residence)
Asylum (for those fleeing persecution in their home countries)
Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (for undocumented minors who entered the United States as children and were educated in the U.S.)
Naturalization Assistance (for qualified immigrants who wish to become U.S. citizens)
Counseling about Immigration Consequences of Criminal Charges.
PLC offers virtual immigration clinics separate from full legal representation. These clinics help with legal questions and document filing. Some services are free, but filing fees may apply. Call 714-541-1010 x332 to contact their immigration clinic.
Counties Covered: Orange
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The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Sponsors Organized to Assist Refugees (SOAR) Immigration Legal Services provides low-cost immigration legal assistance to low-income immigrants and refugees in Oregon and Southwest Washington.
They help with asylum applications (for those fleeing persecution), deportation defense, U visas (for victims of serious crimes), VAWA petitions (for survivors of domestic violence), Temporary Protected Status (TPS), family-based visas, green card applications, and U.S. citizenship.
Document interpretation/translation services are available for a fee.
For their general legal program, they offer $50 consultations each week.
Free or low-cost legal help is available for those eligible under grant-funded projects.
Appointments can be scheduled by visiting or emailing their offices.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Sponsors Organized to Assist Refugees (SOAR) Immigration Legal Services provides low-cost immigration legal assistance to low-income immigrants and refugees in Oregon and Southwest Washington.
They help with asylum applications (for those fleeing persecution), deportation defense, U visas (for victims of serious crimes), VAWA petitions (for survivors of domestic violence), Temporary Protected Status (TPS), family-based visas, green card applications, and U.S. citizenship.
Document interpretation/translation services are available for a fee.
For their general legal program, they offer $50 consultations each week.
Free or low-cost legal help is available for those eligible under grant-funded projects
Appointments can be scheduled by visiting or emailing their offices.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Sponsors Organized to Assist Refugees (SOAR) Immigration Legal Services provides low-cost immigration legal assistance to low-income immigrants and refugees in Oregon and Southwest Washington.
They help with asylum applications (for those fleeing persecution), deportation defense, U visas (for victims of serious crimes), VAWA petitions (for survivors of domestic violence), Temporary Protected Status (TPS), family-based visas, green card applications, and U.S. citizenship.
Document interpretation/translation services are available for a fee.
For their general legal program, they offer $50 consultations each week.
Free or low-cost legal help is available for those eligible under grant-funded projects.
Appointments can be scheduled by visiting or emailing their offices.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
South Carolina Legal Services helps victims of crime—including minors—with immigration relief by guiding U Visa and T Visa filings (including biometrics), filing VAWA petitions (such as battered spouse waivers), expungement support to improve access to jobs, housing, and benefits, and Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS) for youth experiencing abuse, abandonment, or trafficking incidents.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
South Carolina Legal Services helps victims of crime—including minors—with immigration relief by guiding U Visa and T Visa filings (including biometrics), filing VAWA petitions (such as battered spouse waivers), expungement support to improve access to jobs, housing, and benefits, and Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS) for youth experiencing abuse, abandonment, or trafficking incidents.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
South Carolina Legal Services helps victims of crime—including minors—with immigration relief by guiding U Visa and T Visa filings (including biometrics), filing VAWA petitions (such as battered spouse waivers), expungement support to improve access to jobs, housing, and benefits, and Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS) for youth experiencing abuse, abandonment, or trafficking incidents.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
outh Carolina Legal Services helps victims of crime—including minors—with immigration relief by guiding U Visa and T Visa filings (including biometrics), filing VAWA petitions (such as battered spouse waivers), expungement support to improve access to jobs, housing, and benefits, and Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS) for youth experiencing abuse, abandonment, or trafficking incidents.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
South Carolina Legal Services helps victims of crime—including minors—with immigration relief by guiding U Visa and T Visa filings (including biometrics), filing VAWA petitions (such as battered spouse waivers), expungement support to improve access to jobs, housing, and benefits, and Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS) for youth experiencing abuse, abandonment, or trafficking incidents.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
outh Carolina Legal Services helps victims of crime—including minors—with immigration relief by guiding U Visa and T Visa filings (including biometrics), filing VAWA petitions (such as battered spouse waivers), expungement support to improve access to jobs, housing, and benefits, and Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS) for youth experiencing abuse, abandonment, or trafficking incidents.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
South Carolina Legal Services helps victims of crime—including minors—with immigration relief by guiding U Visa and T Visa filings (including biometrics), filing VAWA petitions (such as battered spouse waivers), expungement support to improve access to jobs, housing, and benefits, and Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS) for youth experiencing abuse, abandonment, or trafficking incidents.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
South Carolina Legal Services helps victims of crime—including minors—with immigration relief by guiding U Visa and T Visa filings (including biometrics), filing VAWA petitions (such as battered spouse waivers), expungement support to improve access to jobs, housing, and benefits, and Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS) for youth experiencing abuse, abandonment, or trafficking incidents.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Immigrant Connection in Columbus offers affordable legal help with immigration paperwork. Services include help with green cards, citizenship, family petitions, work permits, fiancé visas, TPS, and more.
All services are by appointment only, and are available in English and Spanish.
The office is run by a DOJ-accredited legal representative, which means they are trained and allowed to give immigration legal advice.
To get help, call (614) 954-5225 to make an appointment.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
CABA Pro Bono Legal Services gives free legal help to low-income people and families in Florida.
They help immigrant children (UACs), survivors of domestic violence and human trafficking, and veterans.
Their team of volunteer lawyers handles civil legal cases, including immigration, housing issues, and family safety.
To get help, you can call them or visit their website to request services.
Most clients must earn less than 125% of the federal poverty level to qualify for support.
CABA Pro Bono works to protect the rights and well-being of people who need legal assistance but can’t afford it.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/10368):
Catholic Charities of Orange, Sullivan & Ulster offers free and low-cost immigration legal services including assistance with naturalization, family-based petitions, adjustment of status, DACA renewals, Temporary Protected Status (TPS), asylum, deportation defense, VAWA, and U/T visas.
In addition to legal services, Catholic Charities offers food assistance, rent and utility support, case management, and recovery and counseling services for individuals and families in crisis.
All services are available in English and Spanish, with interpretation provided for other languages.
Services are open to all community members regardless of religion or immigration status.
Serving residents of Orange, Sullivan, and Ulster Counties through offices in Goshen and Kingston, the agency is part of Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of New York, which provides immigration legal assistance and other services throughout the Lower Hudson Valley and Metro NYC.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/10370):
Jewish Family Service of Seattle provides immigration legal services for immigrants, refugees, and asylees,
They do not offer direct legal representation in court or removal defense, but they can assist with adjustment of status, naturalization, family reunification, and evidence-based support for trafficking survivors under 24. They also offer legal consultations and representation in certain immigration matters.
In addition to immigration services, they provide refugee and newcomer support, case management, food and financial assistance, mental health services, housing support, programs for older adults, and other community-based services designed to promote stability, integration, and well-being for individuals and families.
Services are available in multiple languages, and fees may vary based on the service and client eligibility.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services ](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/10371):
Jewish Family Service of Seattle provides immigration legal services for immigrants, refugees, and asylees,
They do not offer direct legal representation in court or removal defense, but they can assist with adjustment of status, naturalization, family reunification, and evidence-based support for trafficking survivors under 24. They also offer legal consultations and representation in certain immigration matters.
In addition to immigration services, they provide refugee and newcomer support, case management, food and financial assistance, mental health services, housing support, programs for older adults, and other community-based services designed to promote stability, integration, and well-being for individuals and families.
Services are available in multiple languages, and fees may vary based on the service and client eligibility.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services ](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/10407):
Angkor Resource Center is a nonprofit in Riverdale, Georgia, offering free and low-cost immigration legal services.
They do not offer direct legal representation in court or removal defense, but their team includes Department of Justice-accredited representatives who help with green cards, citizenship, DACA, family petitions, TPS, work permits, SIJS, and humanitarian relief like U visas, T visas, and VAWA.
They also provide ESL and citizenship classes, plus health and wellness education.
Services are open to immigrants and refugees from all backgrounds.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The Human Rights Institute at St. Thomas University provides legal services to unaccompanied immigrant children, including those who have been released from government custody.
Services focus on removal defense (helping children fight deportation) and other immigration-related legal support.
The Institute connects children with attorneys, provides consultations, and assists them throughout the legal process to ensure their rights are protected.
These services are available at no cost to eligible clients.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The Human Rights Institute at St. Thomas University provides legal services to unaccompanied immigrant children, including those who have been released from government custody.
Services focus on removal defense (helping children fight deportation) and other immigration-related legal support.
The Institute connects children with attorneys, provides consultations, and assists them throughout the legal process to ensure their rights are protected.
These services are available at no cost to eligible clients.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Immigrant Connection at Columbia View Church provides low-cost immigration legal services in Portland, Oregon.
They are part of the national Immigrant Connection Legal Network.
They do not represent individuals in court but offer support with preparing and filing immigration forms.
Their legal representatives are accredited by the Department of Justice to assist with adjustment of Status, advanced Parole/Travel Authorization, affidavit of Support, applications for Victims of Domestic Violence or Crimes (VAWA Or U Visa), citizenship certifications, consular processing, consultations, Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA), Deferred Action for Parental Accountability (DAPA), Family-Based Petitions, and Naturalization and Citizenship Applications, among other things.
There is a $40 initial consultation fee, and additional legal filing fees may apply.
Call their legal office at (971) 202-2073 or visit their website below to schedule an appointment.
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Immigrant Connection at College Wesleyan Church offers low-cost immigration legal consultations in Marion, Indiana.
They help with applications for green cards (adjustment of status), family petitions, citizenship, and protections for victims of abuse (VAWA) and serious crimes (U Visa).
Services are available in English and Spanish.
Clients must call to schedule an appointment.
They do not offer direct legal representation in court or removal defense.
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The Immigrant Legal Center of Boulder County (ILCBC) is a nonprofit law firm based in Boulder, Colorado, dedicated to providing affordable and reliable immigration legal services throughout the state. ILCBC's legal services Include:
Family-Based Immigration: Assistance with petitions and adjustment of status.
Naturalization and Citizenship: Guidance through the naturalization process.
DACA Support: Ongoing aid for Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals recipients.
Temporary Protected Status (TPS): Support for individuals from designated countries.
Employment Authorization: Help with obtaining work permits.
Consular Processing: Assistance with visa applications through U.S. consulates.
NACARA Applications: Support for eligible Central American immigrants.
ILCBC offers services in both English and Spanish, with a staff that includes licensed attorneys and DOJ-accredited representatives. The Center also collaborates with the University of Colorado Law School to host and supervise law student interns, expanding its services and encouraging public service careers.
Their services do not include removal defense or legal assistance for unaccompanied minors.
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The Community Council of Idaho’s Legal Services Program, Familias Unidas, provides accessible and affordable legal services to families and individuals in Canyon County and the surrounding areas.
Additionally, services are available at select locations throughout Idaho.
Familias Unidas provides in the following legal services:
Application for an immigrant visa (IV)
Adjustment of Status
Naturalization
U Visas
Family-Based Petitions
Asylum
The cost of service is determined using a sliding-fee schedule that takes total household income into consideration.
Consultations are conducted by appointment only and incur a fee of $120.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Baraka Immigration Legal Services is a church-based nonprofit offering low-cost immigration legal help to individuals and families in the Willamette Valley, Oregon. Staff accredited by the Department of Justice assist with applications for citizenship, green cards (adjustment of status or renewal), employment authorization.
Services are available by appointment only. To schedule a $40 consultation, call (503) 966-4877 or send a message via WhatsApp (in your preferred language) to (971) 599-1185.
Their services do not include removal defense for unaccompanied minors.
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- [Servicios de Apoyo Comunitario ](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/10422):
Comunidades Unidas es una organización comunitaria en el condado de Salt Lake, Utah, que ayuda gratuitamente a inmigrantes y sus familias a conectarse con proveedores legales confiables.
Aunque no ofrecen representación legal directa, apoyan con formularios migratorios, permisos de trabajo y solicitudes de naturalización por medio de referencias.
Su personal bilingüe guía a los clientes durante el proceso y los conecta con organizaciones aliadas.
También ayudan a acceder a servicios médicos, programas de ESL y educación, recursos de vivienda, derechos laborales e incluyen grupos de apoyo comunitario.
Ofrecen interpretación para navegar servicios.
La información incluida aquí es actual y precisa según nuestro mejor conocimiento. Comuníquese con ImportaMi vía e-mail en info.importami@rescue.org si tiene alguna pregunta o corrección.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/10440):
US Together offers services to refugees and immigrants in Ohio including immigration legal assistance.
They do not offer direct legal representation in court or removal defense for unaccompanied minors but help with citizenship applications and document preparation.
The organization provides refugee resettlement support, employment and economic integration programs, ESL and citizenship classes, and case management.
Additional services include interpretation, cultural orientation, and support for victims of crime or violence.
Services are available through offices in Columbus, Cleveland, and Toledo, with some free or reduced-cost options depending on eligibility.
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- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/10441):
US Together offers services to refugees and immigrants in Ohio including immigration legal assistance.
They do not offer direct legal representation in court or removal defense for unaccompanied minors but help with citizenship applications and document preparation.
The organization provides refugee resettlement support, employment and economic integration programs, ESL and citizenship classes, and case management.
Additional services include interpretation, cultural orientation, and support for victims of crime or violence.
Services are available through offices in Columbus, Cleveland, and Toledo, with some free or reduced-cost options depending on eligibility.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/10442):
US Together offers services to refugees and immigrants in Ohio including immigration legal assistance.
They do not offer direct legal representation in court or removal defense for unaccompanied minors but help with citizenship applications and document preparation.
The organization provides refugee resettlement support, employment and economic integration programs, ESL and citizenship classes, and case management.
Additional services include interpretation, cultural orientation, and support for victims of crime or violence.
Services are available through offices in Toledo, Columbus, and Cleveland with some free or reduced-cost options depending on eligibility.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/10443):
Michigan United’s Legal Services Department offers immigration support across Michigan: Detroit, Grand Rapids, Kalamazoo, and Battle Creek.
They assist with DACA renewals, green card renewal or replacement, conditional residence removal, and naturalization applications.
Services include form completion, USCIS filings, and referrals to vetted private attorneys when direct representation isn’t possible.
They also host citizenship and English classes, “Know Your Rights” workshops, and offer volunteer-run legal clinics.
Nominal fees, bilingual support (English/Spanish), and drop‑in options make services widely accessible.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
RazomUS is a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering Ukrainian communities through advocacy, education, and legal support.
They provides crucial legal assistance to individuals and families navigating immigration, asylum, and refugee processes, as well as support for those impacted by displacement due to conflict.
RazomUS collaborates with pro bono attorneys and legal aid organizations to offer consultations, case management, and know-your-rights workshops.
By addressing legal barriers and promoting access to justice, RazomUS helps Ukrainian immigrants integrate into American society and build stable, secure futures.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
MAS Immigrant Justice Center (MASIJC), is a U.S. Department of Justice–accredited nonprofit offering low-cost or free legal representation to immigrants in NC, with offices in Raleigh/Cary and Charlotte. Their services include adjustment of status, family‑based petitions, asylum, DACA, TPS, U‑visas, VAWA, consular processing, naturalization, removal defense, and representation in credible fear or asylum interviews.
MASIJC serves vulnerable populations—detained individuals, trafficking or domestic‑violence survivors, unaccompanied minors, those with limited English—offering casework, court representation, community outreach, education, and advocacy .
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/10459):
Hamkae Center formerly known as NAKASEC offers free or pro‑bono legal support to Korean and Asian immigrants in Northern Virginia, focusing on immigration pathways.
They assist with citizenship (Form N‑400) and DACA renewals, relying on Korean‑speaking volunteer attorneys and interpreters to ensure language access.
They also provide legal review of applications, consultation, and referrals to other community legal resources, centered on helping low‑income, undocumented, limited‑English, LGBTQ+, youth, and senior immigrants secure legal status and exercise civic rights.
Rapid Response Hotline 24/7 available in English and Korean: 1-844-500-3222
They do not focus on deportation defense.
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- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services ](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/10461):
The Sacred Heart Center in Richmond, Virginia, offers an Immigration Legal Services Program that provides low-cost legal assistance to individuals and families navigating the immigration system.
In addition to legal services, the Center provides various programs, including adult education, youth programs, health services, and family support initiatives.
or call (804) 837-0189 and leave a message with your complete name, phone number, and why you are calling.
The interview fee is $25.
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Sin Barreras (Without Borders) is a nonprofit in Virginia that supports Hispanic and immigrant communities through legal help, education, and advocacy.
They do not offer direct legal representation in court or removal defense for unaccompanied minors but offer in-office consultations with an immigration attorney and help with citizenship applications, DACA renewals, and referrals to trusted lawyers for additional support.
Sin Barreras offers workshops to help families understand their rights and available resources.
They do not provide deportation defense directly but may refer clients to outside attorneys.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The Legal Aid Foundation of Los Angeles (LAFLA) provides free immigration legal services to low-income individuals and families in the Greater Los Angeles area. Their services focus on
unaccompanied minors fleeing violence in their home countries
removal defense
adjustment of status (green card applications)
naturalization (citizenship)
family reunification
asylum applications
LAFLA also offers specialized services through its Torture Survivors Project. Assisting survivors of crimes such as domestic violence, sexual assault, child abuse, human trafficking, torture, and other serious offenses, regardless of where the incidents occurred.
Additionally, LAFLA has a dedicated team for Asian Pacific Islander communities, ensuring language access and culturally competent legal assistance.
Their languages include Spanish, Cantonese, Mandarin, Tagalog, Khmer, Cambodian, Korean, Japanese, and Vietnamese.
To access these services, individuals can apply online, call, attend a LAFLA clinic, or visit a LAFLA office.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services ](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/10488):
La Esperanza Community Center provides legal assistance to low-income and immigrant communities.
They provide immigration legal assistance, including representation in removal proceedings.
They handle cases such as DACA, TPS, family petitions, naturalization, SIJS, and offer universal representation for unaccompanied minors.
The center also offers support for victims of domestic violence, trafficking, and other crimes through legal advocacy and protection orders.
The center is staffed by bilingual professionals and accredited representatives.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/10490):
The Latin American Community Center offers family support, education, workforce development, financial coaching, and advocacy services in Delaware.
Programs include short-term case management, emergency food and clothing, rent and utility assistance, domestic violence counseling and court accompaniment, victims of crime advocacy (including referrals for special visas), senior programs with health education and food distribution, and workforce support such as resume help and job fairs.
The center also provides ESL, computer, and citizenship classes for adults; early childhood education; youth afterschool and mentoring programs; and financial coaching through Stand By Me Hispano.
Many services are free and designed to support Latino individuals and families.
Services include help with immigration issues, citizenship applications, legal referrals, and advocacy.
LACC does not provide representation for deportation defense or representation before Immigration Court or the Board of Immigration Appeals.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Community Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/10491):
Building Hope in the City is a nonprofit organization that empowers refugees, immigrants, and marginalized communities through holistic support services, including legal assistance.
Their legal programs focus on helping individuals navigate complex immigration processes, obtain work permits, apply for citizenship, and access legal resources.
Building Hope in the City cannot represent clients in removal proceedings but can connect them with licensed attorneys and accredited representatives through their parnerships network.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Community Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/10492):
The Cristo Rey Center offers immigration legal assistance by appointment only for migrants and immigrants in multiple Ohio communities.
Services include help with forms such as N-400 (naturalization), I-130 (family petitions), I-90 (green card renewal), I-765 (work authorization renewal), I-751 (removal of conditions), and DACA renewals.
The center also discusses other possible immigration petitions with clients. Individuals must text their contact information and service request to begin intake, and calls are returned within two business days.
Services are provided by an accredited representative and trained staff and volunteers.
They do not offer direct legal representation in court or general removal defense for unaccompanied children.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/10494):
Catholic Social Services supports immigrants mainly through the Our Lady of Guadalupe Center.
They provide legal and immigration consultations and referrals as well as ESL classes, a food pantry with culturally appropriate foods, case management, health and nutrition services, and workshops including support for Latino entrepreneurs.
They also offer emergency assistance for housing, food, and other basic needs, along with referrals to community resources.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The Immigrant and Refugee Law Center (IRLC) provides free, high-quality legal services to immigrants, refugees, and asylum seekers. Their services include assistance with asylum applications, deportation defense, DACA renewals, family reunification, and work authorization.
IRLC works to ensure clients understand their legal rights and options, offering compassionate, culturally sensitive support.
Counties covered in KY: Boone, Campbell, Kenton.
Counties covered in OH: Butler, Hamilton, Montgomery.
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- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services ](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/10496):
The U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants (USCRI) helps unaccompanied children who are in immigration court.
They can help children apply for protections like asylum or Special Immigrant Juvenile Status and, in some cases, provide a lawyer or connect families to trusted legal partners.
Most services for children are free or very low-cost, and any fees depend on what the family can afford.
USCRI also offers non-legal support for children and families, including help after a child is released from federal custody, support with school enrollment, referrals to medical and mental health care, and connections to local community resources.
Services may vary depending on funding and availability, so families should contact the local USCRI office to ask what help is currently offered.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Catholic Charities Maine’s Refugee & Immigration Services offers low‑cost legal support for refugees, asylees, and eligible immigrants across the state.
Their team assists with petitions for family reunification (e.g., Relative Petitions and Central American Minors), applications for green cards, citizenship, work authorization, and travel documents, as well as affidavits of support.
They provide nominal‑fee services, with many waived fees for consultations, CAM petitions, AOR processing, and citizenship for seniors.
While they don’t represent clients in asylum or deportation defense, they offer referrals and brief DHS proceedings support.
Appointment‑based consultations and interpretation services available.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/10498):
Kentucky Refugee Ministries, Inc. (KRM) provides vital legal assistance to refugees, asylees, and other vulnerable immigrant populations in Kentucky.
They offer fee-based consultations and assistance with Employment Authorization Documents (EADs), travel papers, green cards, family reunification, marriage-based adjustments, naturalization, asylum, U-, T- and VAWA-visa cases, and I‑601A waivers.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Catholic Charities of Louisville’s Immigration Legal Services office offers low‑ and moderate‑income immigrants and refugees a wide range of legal support.
Services include consultations; help with forms and filings for green cards, citizenship, work and travel permits; fiancé(e), family-based, employment-based petitions; special visas (U, T, VAWA, DACA); asylum applications; and limited representation in immigration court and appeals.
The program also supports consular processing, removal of conditions, and special immigrant juvenile cases.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The ECDC African Community Center of DC Metro provides essential legal services to immigrants, refugees, and asylees in the Washington, D.C. metro area.
Their legal team offers assistance with immigration applications, work permits, green card renewals, naturalization, and family reunification.
They also provide guidance on asylum claims and represent clients in immigration proceedings.
Services are offered in multiple languages and tailored to each client’s needs.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The Adrian Dominican Sisters are a Catholic religious congregation of women, part of the Dominican Order, based in Adrian, Michigan.
As part of their faith-based mission for justice and service, they run an Office of Immigration Assistance staffed by attorneys, a paralegal, and bilingual staff.
They provide consultations, help with applications such as DACA, legal education, and referrals at little or no cost.
For unaccompanied children in deportation proceedings, they offer initial guidance and referrals, while full legal representation is generally handled by specialized programs such as the Michigan Immigrant Rights Center.
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- [Community Support Services ](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/10504):
The Arab American Heritage Council in Flint, Michigan, helps immigrants with USCIS forms like naturalization, family petitions, adjustment of status, work permits, VAWA, and some asylum filings.
They also offer translation, English classes, Know Your Rights sessions, and referrals.
For unaccompanied children in removal proceedings, AAHC can do intake, education, and referrals, but full court representation (including SIJS) is usually provided by specialized groups such as the Michigan Immigrant Rights Center.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Catholic Charities Diocese of Kalamazoo offers low-cost help with immigration forms and applications such as family petitions, DACA, citizenship, U visas, VAWA, TPS, and green card renewals.
They do not represent people in deportation cases or asylum, so unaccompanied children in removal proceedings should seek other providers.
In Michigan, the Michigan Immigrant Rights Center in Kalamazoo has a team dedicated to unaccompanied minors.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Canopy Northwest Arkansas provides free or low-cost immigration legal help to people who qualify for refugee benefits. This includes refugees, asylees, SIV holders, trafficking survivors, and unaccompanied refugee minors.
They help with green cards, work permits, family reunification programs, and becoming a U.S. citizen. First consultations are free and fees depend on income.
If your case is more complex, like one involving criminal history or appeals, they can refer you to trusted immigration lawyers
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Canopy Northwest Arkansas provides free or low-cost immigration legal help to people who qualify for refugee benefits. This includes refugees, asylees, SIV holders, trafficking survivors, and unaccompanied refugee minors.
They help with green cards, work permits, family reunification programs, and becoming a U.S. citizen. First consultations are free and fees depend on income.
If your case is more complex, like one involving criminal history or appeals, they can refer you to trusted immigration lawyers
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Canopy Northwest Arkansas provides free or low-cost immigration legal help to people who qualify for refugee benefits. This includes refugees, asylees, SIV holders, trafficking survivors, and unaccompanied refugee minors.
They help with green cards, work permits, family reunification programs, and becoming a U.S. citizen. First consultations are free and fees depend on income.
If your case is more complex, like one involving criminal history or appeals, they can refer you to trusted immigration lawyers
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Immigrant Connection at City Life Church provides low-cost immigration legal services for immigrants and refugees.
They do not offer direct legal representation in court or removal defense for unaccompanied minors but accredited staff assist with visas, green cards, citizenship, family reunification, DACA, and other immigration filings.
The organization also offers referrals to community resources for social support.
Fees vary by service, and some assistance may be offered on a sliding scale.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Lutheran Social Services of South Dakota’s Community Connection program supports immigrant and refugee families, including youth and their sponsors.
Through their Center for New Americans, they offer DOJ-accredited immigration legal services such as help with family-based petitions, asylum, lawful permanent residency (green cards), naturalization, and employment authorization.
They also assist with humanitarian protections like VAWA, U visas, and Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS).
In addition, the program provides English classes, citizenship preparation, job readiness training, and interpretation services to help families integrate and succeed in their new communities.
Services are available in multiple languages and tailored to client needs.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The Presentation Sisters, through their Caminando Juntos ministry, offer affordable and professional help for immigrants and their families.
They provide legal advice—from updating immigration resources to preparing citizenship applications—and have a U.S. Department of Justice‑accredited representative on staff.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/10514):
The International Institute of Detroit (IIMD) provides immigration legal services through attorneys and DOJ-accredited representatives.
They handle applications such as naturalization, DACA, TPS, VAWA, T and U visas, and occasionally asylum or removal defense.
For unaccompanied children, IIMD offers initial consultations, screens for relief like asylum or Special Immigrant Juvenile Status, and either takes the case if possible or refers to specialized programs such as the Michigan Immigrant Rights Center.
IIMD also provides ESL classes, citizenship preparation, job resources, and referrals to social services to support families while legal cases move forward.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Houston Legal Aid Center offers low-cost immigration services.
Their assistance covers Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS), asylum applications, adjustment of status for green cards, work permits, humanitarian relief including T and U visas, and temporary protected status (TPS).
Additionally, they help with forms, submitting applications, and providing court support when needed.
A $40 fee applies for the first consultation.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The International Commission for Dalit Rights in Fairfax VA provides immigration legal services as a DOJ-recognized and EOIR/USCIS-accredited organization.
They offer consultations and legal representation for low-income immigrants, helping with applications and petitions for adjustment of status, asylum, DACA, TPS, citizenship, family-based petitions, VAWA, U-visas, work authorization, and travel documents.
While they don’t directly represent people in court or specialize in unaccompanied children’s cases, they do offer guidance and referrals for more complex situations.
Consultations cost $80, with possible fee reductions or waivers based on income.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
LANBI Center for Human Rights in Orange, NJ offers immigration legal services for Haitian immigrants and others in northern New Jersey.
They assist with TPS, family petitions, adjustment of status, work permits, and green card renewals. As a CLINIC affiliate, their team includes accredited reps and a staff attorney.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Community Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/10522):
Latin American Youth Center (LAYC) offers bilingual legal assistance and advocacy to youth ages 11–24 across Prince George’s and Montgomery Counties, MD, as part of its comprehensive wrap‑around services.
Their foster care and host homes programs include legal referrals, family reunification support, and assistance navigating juvenile or immigration processes .
All legal supports are provided in culturally sensitive, bilingual settings (English/Spanish), tailored to immigrant, refugee, undocumented, and homeless youth
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Community Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/10523):
Latin American Youth Center (LAYC) offers bilingual legal assistance and advocacy to youth ages 11–24 across Prince George’s and Montgomery Counties, MD, as part of its comprehensive wrap‑around services.
Their foster care and host homes programs include legal referrals, family reunification support, and assistance navigating juvenile or immigration processes .
All legal supports are provided in culturally sensitive, bilingual settings (English/Spanish), tailored to immigrant, refugee, undocumented, and homeless youth.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Catholic Charities of Baltimore provides affordable legal assistance to immigrants and refugees through their Immigration Legal Services program at the Esperanza Center.
They provide free legal services and legal orientation to unaccompanied children in immigration proceedings, subject to funding and capacity.
Their team offers help with family-based petitions, naturalization, Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA), Temporary Protected Status (TPS), asylum, work permits, and other immigration matters.
Accredited representatives and attorneys guide clients through complex immigration processes, ensuring rights are protected and documentation is properly handled.
Services are available to low-income individuals regardless of faith or background.
Consultations are available by appointment, with services offered in multiple languages.
Counties served: Anne Arundel, Baltimore City, Baltimore County, Frederick, Harford, Howard, Montgomery, Prince George.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Immigrant Connection at Path to Hope provides affordable, high-quality legal assistance to immigrants navigating the complex U.S. immigration system.
Accredited by the Department of Justice, their team offers services including family petitions, DACA renewals, green card applications, citizenship, and more.
They serve individuals regardless of background or status and aim to remove barriers to legal representation in underserved communities.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Immigrant Connection at National Wesleyan Church is a Department of Justice–accredited, church-based legal program offering low-cost immigration assistance to individuals and families eligible for various forms of relief.
The site offers assistance with a wide range of immigration needs, including green card applications, citizenship, family petitions, DACA renewals, and more.
Staffed by trained legal representatives, the center is committed to serving immigrants with compassion and integrity, helping clients navigate the complex U.S. immigration system.
Services are available by appointment in multiple languages.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Apostle Immigrant Services, is a nonprofit serving immigrants in Greater New Haven.
Their legal team assists clients with family petitions, citizenship applications, green card renewals, employment authorization, Temporary Protected Status, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status, and permanent residence applications for asylees, refugees, and family members.
They also assist with DACA renewals, U visas for victims of domestic violence and other crimes, T visas for victims of human trafficking, and VAWA cases.
They provide consultations for immigration matters.
Apostle Immigrant Services does NOT assist with asylum applications, employment-based immigration, student visas, or visitor visas.
They do not focus on removal defense.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Immigration Institute of the Bay Area offers legal consultations with attorneys or accredited representatives to help immigrants, understand their immigration options.
During the consultation, they help identify possible relief such as deportation defense (help fighting removal), asylum (for those fleeing harm), Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (for youth who were abused, neglected, or abandoned), relief under the Violence Against Women Act (for survivors abused by someone with lawful status), U Visa (for victims of serious crimes), T Visa (for trafficking survivors), adjustment of status (green card help), and naturalization.
Appointments required.
Offices are located in San Francisco, Redwood City, Oakland, Brentwood, Fremont, Napa, and Petaluma.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Immigration Institute of the Bay Area offers legal consultations with attorneys or accredited representatives to help immigrants, understand their immigration options.
During the consultation, they help identify possible relief such as deportation defense (help fighting removal), asylum (for those fleeing harm), Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (for youth who were abused, neglected, or abandoned), relief under the Violence Against Women Act (for survivors abused by someone with lawful status), U Visa (for victims of serious crimes), T Visa (for trafficking survivors), adjustment of status (green card help), and naturalization.
Appointments required.
Offices are located in San Francisco, Redwood City, Oakland, Brentwood, Fremont, Napa, and Petaluma.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Immigration Institute of the Bay Area offers legal consultations with attorneys or accredited representatives to help immigrants, understand their immigration options.
During the consultation, they help identify possible relief such as deportation defense (help fighting removal), asylum (for those fleeing harm), Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (for youth who were abused, neglected, or abandoned), relief under the Violence Against Women Act (for survivors abused by someone with lawful status), U Visa (for victims of serious crimes), T Visa (for trafficking survivors), adjustment of status (green card help), and naturalization.
Appointments required.
Offices are located in San Francisco, Redwood City, Oakland, Brentwood, Fremont, Napa, and Petaluma.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Immigration Institute of the Bay Area offers legal consultations with attorneys or accredited representatives to help immigrants, understand their immigration options.
During the consultation, they help identify possible relief such as deportation defense (help fighting removal), asylum (for those fleeing harm), Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (for youth who were abused, neglected, or abandoned), relief under the Violence Against Women Act (for survivors abused by someone with lawful status), U Visa (for victims of serious crimes), T Visa (for trafficking survivors), adjustment of status (green card help), and naturalization.
Appointments required.
Offices are located in San Francisco, Redwood City, Oakland, Brentwood, Fremont, Napa, and Petaluma.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Immigration Institute of the Bay Area offers legal consultations with attorneys or accredited representatives to help immigrants, understand their immigration options.
During the consultation, they help identify possible relief such as deportation defense (help fighting removal), asylum (for those fleeing harm), Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (for youth who were abused, neglected, or abandoned), relief under the Violence Against Women Act (for survivors abused by someone with lawful status), U Visa (for victims of serious crimes), T Visa (for trafficking survivors), adjustment of status (green card help), and naturalization.
Appointments required.
Offices are located in San Francisco, Redwood City, Oakland, Brentwood, Fremont, Napa, and Petaluma.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Immigration Institute of the Bay Area offers legal consultations with attorneys or accredited representatives to help immigrants, understand their immigration options.
During the consultation, they help identify possible relief such as deportation defense (help fighting removal), asylum (for those fleeing harm), Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (for youth who were abused, neglected, or abandoned), relief under the Violence Against Women Act (for survivors abused by someone with lawful status), U Visa (for victims of serious crimes), T Visa (for trafficking survivors), adjustment of status (green card help), and naturalization.
Appointments required.
Offices are located in San Francisco, Redwood City, Oakland, Brentwood, Fremont, Napa, and Petaluma.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Agencia Alpha in Boston provides legal services for unaccompanied immigrant children and youth, including full removal defense for those released from federal custody.
Services cover legal screenings, rights education, representation in immigration court, bond hearings, and applications for relief such as SIJS, asylum, and T or U visas.
They also assist with USCIS filings, coordination with family or juvenile courts, and referrals to social and support services.
The approach is child-friendly, trauma-informed, and offered in the child’s preferred language.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Agencia Alpha in Boston provides legal services for unaccompanied immigrant children and youth, including full removal defense for those released from federal custody.
Services cover legal screenings, rights education, representation in immigration court, bond hearings, and applications for relief such as SIJS, asylum, and T or U visas.
They also assist with USCIS filings, coordination with family or juvenile courts, and referrals to social and support services.
The approach is child-friendly, trauma-informed, and offered in the child’s preferred language.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/10539):
Refugee and Immigrant Assistance Center (RIAC) provides free and low-cost immigration legal services in Boston and Worcester.
They help with green card applications, citizenship, family petitions, and other forms of immigration relief.
They also provide refugee resettlement support, case management, and mental health counseling.
Other services include English classes, youth programs, and community outreach.
Staff speak multiple languages and many have personal experience as immigrants or refugees.
Although They do not offer direct legal representation in court or removal defense, they do offer support throughout these immigration processes.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services ](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/10541):
Refugee and Immigrant Assistance Center (RIAC) provides free and low-cost immigration legal services in Boston and Worcester.
They help with green card applications, citizenship, family petitions, and other forms of immigration relief.
They also provide refugee resettlement support, case management, and mental health counseling.
Other services include English classes, youth programs, and community outreach.
Staff speak multiple languages and many have personal experience as immigrants or refugees.
Although They do not offer direct legal representation in court or removal defense, they do offer support throughout these immigration processes.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The Immigration Legal Services Office of the Diocese of
The Immigration Legal Services Office of the Diocese of Grand Rapids provides low-cost legal assistance to individuals and families in West Michigan.
Services include help with family reunification through petitions, applications for permanent residence (green card), citizenship and naturalization, work permits, DACA renewals, and Temporary Protected Status (TPS).
They also assist low-income individuals with family petitions, DACA, TPS, naturalization, U and VAWA visas, and other immigration filings with USCIS.
For unaccompanied minors, the office may offer support depending on each case or provide referrals to other organizations.
In Michigan, the Michigan Immigrant Rights Center (MIRC) is the main organization that provides direct representation to unaccompanied children.
Children or their sponsors can contact the Diocese office for an evaluation or referral.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Mil Mujeres provides immigration legal services to the Latino community in the United States with an emphasis on serving survivors of gender-based crimes.
They provide asylum, family based petitions, U-Visa, VAWA visa, SIJS, work permit, DACA, and naturalization support.
Staff speak Spanish and provide trauma-informed support.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Mil Mujeres provides immigration legal services to the Latino community in the United States with an emphasis on serving survivors of gender-based crimes.
They provide asylum, family based petitions, U-Visa, VAWA visa, SIJS, work permit, DACA, and naturalization support.
Staff speak Spanish and provide trauma-informed support.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Mil Mujeres provides immigration legal services to the Latino community in the United States with an emphasis on serving survivors of gender-based crimes.
They provide asylum, family based petitions, U-Visa, VAWA visa, SIJS, work permit, DACA, and naturalization support.
Staff speak Spanish and provide trauma-informed support.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Mil Mujeres provides immigration legal services to the Latino community in the United States with an emphasis on serving survivors of gender-based crimes.
They provide asylum, family based petitions, U-Visa, VAWA visa, SIJS, work permit, DACA, and naturalization support.
Staff speak Spanish and provide trauma-informed support.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Mil Mujeres provides immigration legal services to the Latino community in the United States with an emphasis on serving survivors of gender-based crimes.
They provide asylum, family based petitions, U-Visa, VAWA visa, SIJS, work permit, DACA, and naturalization support.
Staff speak Spanish and provide trauma-informed support.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Mil Mujeres provides immigration legal services to the Latino community in the United States with an emphasis on serving survivors of gender-based crimes.
They provide asylum, family based petitions, U-Visa, VAWA visa, SIJS, work permit, DACA, and naturalization support.
Staff speak Spanish and provide trauma-informed support.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Mil Mujeres provides immigration legal services to the Latino community in the United States with an emphasis on serving survivors of gender-based crimes.
They provide asylum, family based petitions, U-Visa, VAWA visa, SIJS, work permit, DACA, and naturalization support.
Staff speak Spanish and provide trauma-informed support.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Mil Mujeres provides immigration legal services to the Latino community in the United States with an emphasis on serving survivors of gender-based crimes.
They provide asylum, family based petitions, U-Visa, VAWA visa, SIJS, work permit, DACA, and naturalization support.
Staff speak Spanish and provide trauma-informed support.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Mil Mujeres provides immigration legal services to the Latino community in the United States with an emphasis on serving survivors of gender-based crimes.
They provide asylum, family based petitions, U-Visa, VAWA visa, SIJS, work permit, DACA, and naturalization support.
Staff speak Spanish and provide trauma-informed support.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Mil Mujeres provides immigration legal services to the Latino community in the United States with an emphasis on serving survivors of gender-based crimes.
They provide asylum, family based petitions, U-Visa, VAWA visa, SIJS, work permit, DACA, and naturalization support.
Staff speak Spanish and provide trauma-informed support.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Mil Mujeres provides immigration legal services to the Latino community in the United States with an emphasis on serving survivors of gender-based crimes.
They provide asylum, family based petitions, U-Visa, VAWA visa, SIJS, work permit, DACA, and naturalization support.
Staff speak Spanish and provide trauma-informed support.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Pangea offers free and low-cost immigration legal help for detained and non-detained individuals in deportation proceedings.
They assist with removal defense, asylum, bond hearings, and cancellation of removal. Services are available to newcomers and long-term residents, including minors at risk of deportation.
In addition to legal help, Pangea supports clients through leadership development, asylum self-help workshops, and community organizing.
Offices are located in San José and San Francisco, and services are focused on Northern California immigrant communities.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Pars Equality Center offers free or low-cost immigration legal help at offices in San José, Los Angeles, and Fremont.
They help with naturalization (becoming a U.S. citizen), green cards, family petitions, and work permits.
They support youth who have been abused, abandoned, or neglected through Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS), survivors of domestic violence through VAWA, and victims of serious crimes through U Visas.
They also help with DACA renewals and represent clients at USCIS interviews. Legal education and community workshops are also offered.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Pars Equality Center offers free or low-cost immigration legal help at offices in San José, Los Angeles, and Fremont.
They help with naturalization (becoming a U.S. citizen), green cards, family petitions, and work permits.
They support youth who have been abused, abandoned, or neglected through Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS), survivors of domestic violence through VAWA, and victims of serious crimes through U Visas.
They also help with DACA renewals and represent clients at USCIS interviews. Legal education and community workshops are also offered.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Volunteers of Legal Service provides free immigration legal services focused on helping immigrant youth and families apply for humanitarian protections.
They assist with Special Immigrant Juvenile Status SIJS (for undocumented minors who’ve been abused, neglected, or abandoned by one or both parents), asylum (for those fleeing persecution), and adjustment of status (applying for lawful permanent residence).
VOLS offers legal screenings, full representation, and help preparing applications.
They also provide legal training and mentorship to volunteer attorneys to expand access to these services.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/10592):
OLA of Eastern Long Island provides free immigration legal services, educational programs in English and Spanish, and crisis assistance including food, shelter, and utilities.
They also facilitate access to healthcare and mental health support, including transportation to medical appointments and youth-focused mental health initiatives.
Services are available to immigrant and U.S.-born Latino individuals and families in East Hampton, Southampton, Riverhead, Southold, and Shelter Island.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/10593):
Womankind provides legal consultations and representation for survivors who need help with U Visas, T Visas, VAWA, and work authorization.
They also provide deportation defense, asylum help, adjustment to legal status, individual counseling, advocacy, case management, safety planning, and referrals.
They mostly work with clients in the five boroughs.
They may work with New York clients outside this area if the client can travel to the Manhattan office.
Callers must be 18 or older.
A parent or guardian may call to request assistance for a child.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Services and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/10594):
World Relief Western Washington offers legal immigration services to refugees and immigrants, including help with affirmative asylum, first-time green card applications, citizenship for adults and children, family reunification, Temporary Protected Status (TPS), and employment authorization.
They also assist with consular processing, travel documents, FOIA records requests, fee waivers, and green card renewals.
General immigration consultations are available.
While they do not focus on deportation defense (removal proceedings), they assist with many immigration forms and may be able to connect individuals with other legal resources.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Services and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/10595):
World Relief Western Washington offers legal immigration services to refugees and immigrants, including help with affirmative asylum, first-time green card applications, citizenship for adults and children, family reunification, Temporary Protected Status (TPS), and employment authorization.
They also assist with consular processing, travel documents, FOIA records requests, fee waivers, and green card renewals.
General immigration consultations are available.
While they do not focus on deportation defense (removal proceedings), they assist with many immigration forms and may be able to connect individuals with other legal resources.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Church World Service (CWS) Florida provides free or low-cost legal help through licensed attorneys and accredited representatives in Miami, Fort Lauderdale, Delray Beach, Tampa, Jacksonville, and Kissimmee.
Free services are available for eligible refugees, asylees, Cuban/Haitian parolees, and certified trafficking survivors.
Services include help with asylum, SIJS, VAWA, U and T visas, green cards, naturalization, and deportation defense.
Others, including UCs or sponsors not eligible for free help, can access low-cost services.
Walk-in and appointment options vary by office.
Legal eligibility and funding are assessed during intake.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Church World Service (CWS) Florida provides free or low-cost legal help through licensed attorneys and accredited representatives in Miami, Fort Lauderdale, Delray Beach, Tampa, Jacksonville, and Kissimmee.
Free services are available for eligible refugees, asylees, Cuban/Haitian parolees, and certified trafficking survivors.
Services include help with asylum, SIJS, VAWA, U and T visas, green cards, naturalization, and deportation defense.
Others, including UCs or sponsors not eligible for free help, can access low-cost services.
Walk-in and appointment options vary by office.
Legal eligibility and funding are assessed during intake.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Juntos por Venezuela EEUU, based in North Bergen, NJ, offers free group immigration orientation and limited one-on-one legal consultations by appointment.
Services focus on Venezuelan migrants but may support others in need of humanitarian relief like asylum, family petitions, or TPS.
Legal guidance is provided by qualified attorneys or trained legal professionals.
They also refer individuals to trusted legal partners for full representation when needed.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The Camden Center for Law and Social Justice (CCLSJ) offers low-cost immigration legal help to people who cannot afford a private attorney.
Services relevant to unaccompanied children and their sponsors include asylum, U Visas, VAWA petitions, adjustment of status, family-based petitions, citizenship applications, TPS, work authorization, and consultations. CCLSJ is recognized by the U.S. Board of Immigration Appeals.
They are a leading legal provider for victims of domestic violence in South Jersey. They do not focus on removal defense.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Immigrant Hope – Clifton, NJ offers low-cost immigration legal services for people who cannot afford a private attorney.
They help with family petitions, green card renewals, work permits, DACA renewals, and citizenship applications.
Staff are accredited by the Department of Justice.
While they do not directly offer asylum, SIJS, or youth-specific relief, they provide honest legal screenings and referrals when needed.
Spanish language support is available.
Services are by appointment only.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/10683):
Jefferson Park Ministries (JPM) in Elizabeth, NJ offers free and low-cost services.
They provide immigration legal help through a DOJ-recognized program, including support with applications and naturalization.
JPM also offers food, diapers, and hygiene supplies, and helps families apply for SNAP benefits.
Their afterschool and summer programs support the social and academic growth of children in grades K–8.
Services are available in English, Haitian Creole, and Spanish.
Immigration walk-ins are welcome.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Hope 4 Immigrants, provides Temporary Protected Status (TPS) application assistance for eligible individuals and certified translations of immigration documents.
They also help with other immigration forms, host public speaking workshops, and engage in advocacy work.
Services are available in English and Spanish.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Nana Immigration, is a non-profit organization offering immigration services including asylum, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS), family petitions, Temporary Protected Status (TPS), VAWA, U visas, and T visas.
The organization provides assistance with immigration processes.
Consultations are by appointment.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/10687):
Mantena Global Care is a nonprofit organization in Newark, NJ that supports immigrant families.
They offer legal assistance (not focused on deportation defense), health workshops, English and citizenship classes, and mental health support.
Families can also receive help navigating the school system, support for children with special needs, and access to consular services.
Many of Mantena’s programs celebrate Brazilian culture, using music, art, and community events to help families feel welcome and adjust to life in the U.S.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services ](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/10688):
Global Arrival Aid Charities offers low-cost immigration legal services to low-income families across the United States, with a focus on Pennsylvania.
Services include help with citizenship, family petitions and adjustment of status, Temporary Protected Status (TPS), U visas (for victims of serious crimes), VAWA (for survivors of domestic violence), and DACA renewals.
They do not focus on removal defense.
In addition to legal services, the organization provides educational workshops, employment resources, and health and wellness information.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Migrance Initiative Inc provides low-cost help with immigration forms and support through DOJ-accredited representatives.
They assist with asylum, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS), VAWA petitions (for survivors of abuse), U visas (for crime victims), adjustment of status (green card), naturalization (citizenship), and family petitions.
They also support with FOIA requests, language translation (Spanish-English), and representation before USCIS and Immigration Court.
Free immigration education is also available.
Some services involve partner attorneys for pro bono legal advice.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Arise Immigration Services is a nonprofit legal organization based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
They focus on providing affordable legal representation to immigrants, particularly those seeking asylum.
While their primary service area is Pittsburgh, they also mentor advocates nationwide to expand access to immigration legal services.
Due to high demand, they prioritize clients residing in the Pittsburgh area who are pursuing asylum cases.
Interested individuals can submit an intake form, but responses are only provided if the legal team can schedule a consultation.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Community Justice Project is a nonprofit legal organization providing free immigration legal services to low-income immigrants in Pennsylvania (excluding Philadelphia), with offices inReading , Harrisburg, Pittsburgh, Hazleton, and Scranton.
Their immigration team offers help with T Visas for survivors of human trafficking, U Visas for victims of serious crimes who are willing to help law enforcement, and relief under the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) for immigrants abused by a U.S. citizen or permanent resident spouse, parent, or child.
They also assist with citizenship applications, renewal of work permits, and provide general immigration guidance and referrals.
Services are offered in English and Spanish.
They serve immigrants in Berks, Dauphin, Lackawanna, Luzerne, Juniata, Mifflin, and Schuylkill counties.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Community Justice Project is a nonprofit legal organization providing free immigration legal services to low-income immigrants in Pennsylvania (excluding Philadelphia), with offices inReading , Harrisburg, Pittsburgh, Hazleton, and Scranton.
Their immigration team offers help with T Visas for survivors of human trafficking, U Visas for victims of serious crimes who are willing to help law enforcement, and relief under the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) for immigrants abused by a U.S. citizen or permanent resident spouse, parent, or child.
They also assist with citizenship applications, renewal of work permits, and provide general immigration guidance and referrals.
Services are offered in English and Spanish.
They serve immigrants in Berks, Dauphin, Lackawanna, Luzerne, Juniata, Mifflin, and Schuylkill counties.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Community Justice Project is a nonprofit legal organization providing free immigration legal services to low-income immigrants in Pennsylvania (excluding Philadelphia), with offices inReading , Harrisburg, Pittsburgh, Hazleton, and Scranton.
Their immigration team offers help with T Visas for survivors of human trafficking, U Visas for victims of serious crimes who are willing to help law enforcement, and relief under the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) for immigrants abused by a U.S. citizen or permanent resident spouse, parent, or child.
They also assist with citizenship applications, renewal of work permits, and provide general immigration guidance and referrals.
Services are offered in English and Spanish.
They serve immigrants in Berks, Dauphin, Lackawanna, Luzerne, Juniata, Mifflin, and Schuylkill counties.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Community Justice Project is a nonprofit legal organization providing free immigration legal services to low-income immigrants in Pennsylvania (excluding Philadelphia), with offices inReading , Harrisburg, Pittsburgh, Hazleton, and Scranton.
Their immigration team offers help with T Visas for survivors of human trafficking, U Visas for victims of serious crimes who are willing to help law enforcement, and relief under the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) for immigrants abused by a U.S. citizen or permanent resident spouse, parent, or child.
They also assist with citizenship applications, renewal of work permits, and provide general immigration guidance and referrals.
Services are offered in English and Spanish.
They serve immigrants in Berks, Dauphin, Lackawanna, Luzerne, Juniata, Mifflin, and Schuylkill counties.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Community Justice Project is a nonprofit legal organization providing free immigration legal services to low-income immigrants in Pennsylvania (excluding Philadelphia), with offices inReading , Harrisburg, Pittsburgh, Hazleton, and Scranton.
Their immigration team offers help with T Visas for survivors of human trafficking, U Visas for victims of serious crimes who are willing to help law enforcement, and relief under the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) for immigrants abused by a U.S. citizen or permanent resident spouse, parent, or child.
They also assist with citizenship applications, renewal of work permits, and provide general immigration guidance and referrals.
Services are offered in English and Spanish.
They serve immigrants in Berks, Dauphin, Lackawanna, Luzerne, Juniata, Mifflin, and Schuylkill counties.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Westside Immigration Legal Services (WILS), launched in 2022 by Westside Community Center in West Chester, PA, offers low-cost immigration legal assistance.
Recognized by the Department of Justice (DOJ), WILS operates with a full-time accredited representative and volunteer interpreters.
They provide Know Your Rights presentations and general immigration support.
They do not focus on removal defense.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/10699):
Toys for Kids Miami is a nonprofit serving low-income children and immigrant families in the Miami area.
Although they do not offer full-scope removal defense, their Community Immigration Center, recognized by the U.S. Department of Justice, offers low-cost legal help with naturalization, adjustment of status (including Cuban Adjustment Act), asylum, family petitions, fiancé(e) visas, work permits, and motions to reopen.
They also provide translation and notary services.
Non-legal programs include school supply and food distribution, scholarships, and toy drives.
They also run a radio show and monthly magazine focused on community education.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Tarrant County Bar Associateion offers brief services like LegalLine (free phone consultations twice a month) and a Lawyer Referral Service ($20 for a 30-minute consult), which can include immigration questions.
These are starting points, but ongoing defense must be sought from specialized organizations such as RAICES, Justice For Our Neighbors, or other legal service providers.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Immigrant Hope – Bloomington offers affordable immigration legal help at Hometown Church in Bloomington.
DOJ‑accredited staff assist with filling out and filing forms for naturalization, citizenship certificates, green card renewal/replacement, and DACA/work permits.
They guide you through USCIS applications and, if needed, refer you to other providers. Services are low‑cost, held in a caring church setting, and require appointments.
They do not offer asylum or SIJS help.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Immigrant Connection at TruNorth, in Mankato, MN, offers low-cost immigration legal help by DOJ‑accredited staff.
They assist with family‑based petitions, work permits, DACA renewal, adjustment of status, citizenship (naturalization), temporary protected status (TPS), consular processing, and humanitarian parole.
They help you fill out and file forms with USCIS. Services include citizenship/civics and ESL classes.
Appointments are needed, and a small fee may apply.
This site does not handle asylum or SIJS cases.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Catholic Charities of the Texas Panhandle provides low-cost immigration legal services, including help with green cards, work permits, citizenship, and DACA renewals.
They assist with asylum, Temporary Protected Status (TPS), and applications for U visas, T visas, and VAWA for those who qualify.
Their team also supports family-based petitions and offers legal representation in immigration court. Consultations are available to help individuals understand their options and begin the application process.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Ohnusa is a nonprofit organization that provides immigration and business services primarily to the Spanish- and Portuguese-speaking community.
They assist with visa applications (tourist, student, employment, fiancé, investor), permanent residency, citizenship, and a range of humanitarian relief services, including asylum, Temporary Protected Status (TPS), VAWA, and U and T visas for survivors of violence or trafficking.
They also help clients start U.S. businesses by offering support with LLC formation, licensing, and tax guidance.
They do not provide removal defense or representation in immigration court. All services begin with a free initial consultation.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/10706):
Catholic Charities of Tennessee offers a wide range of services for immigrants and refugees, including resettlement, employment help, English classes, case management, housing and food assistance, and counseling.
Their Family Resource Centers across Middle Tennessee provide basic needs support and job training.
Services are available in multiple languages, often at low or no cost, and are open to all regardless of background.
They assist with immigration forms but do not provide court representation or deportation defense.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The Diocese of San Angelo Immigration Services helps with Green Card renewals, U.S. citizenship applications, DACA renewals, family petitions, and work permit renewals.
They are recognized by the Department of Justice to provide immigration help.
By appointment only: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday.
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- [Community Support Services ](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/10708):
Immigrant Connection at Cactus Nazarene Ministry Center offers immigration legal help recognized by the Department of Justice.
They do not offer direct legal representation in court or removal defense, but they assist with renewing work permits, applying for U.S. citizenship, and completing other immigration forms.
The center also provides English classes, citizenship test preparation, and programs for children and families.
They organize community activities such as social events and support groups to strengthen connections in the area.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
MIDA Ministry is a nonprofit in Naples, Florida that provides both humanitarian support and immigration legal services.
They distribute daily food, water, and clothing, especially during emergencies, and offer other programs like a senior center and basic-needs store.
Their immigration services include legal help with family petitions, green cards, adjustment of status, asylum, removal defense, DACA, VAWA, U and T visas, TPS, citizenship, waivers, and more.
They do not provide removal (deportation) defense.
Services are low-cost or free, depending on need.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Jewish Family Services of Washtenaw County (JFSWC) is a community-based nonprofit that offers resettlement, integration, and immigration support services to immigrants, refugees, and other eligible individuals in Washtenaw County, Michigan.
JFS does not offer direct legal representation in court or removal defense for unaccompanied minors but assists with completing and submitting immigration paperwork. JFSWC also provides immigration legal help with applications for adjustment of status (green cards), naturalization (U.S. citizenship), work authorization, and travel documents
Their legal help also includes translation or interpretation of applications.
Fees for certain services may apply. In addition to legal services,
JFS offers resettlement assistance, cultural orientation, employment support, and case management for refugees and new arrivals.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Immigration Law & Justice Michigan provides free immigration legal services to low-income immigrants (at or below 200% of the federal poverty level) across Michigan.
Attorneys provide all available options and risks so clients can make informed decisions. If no legal pathway exists, staff clearly explain why representation is not possible.
ILJMI offers representation in humanitarian and family-based immigration matters, including asylum, refugee green cards, T visas, U visas, VAWA petitions, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status, Temporary Protected Status (TPS), adjustment of status (green cards), citizenship and naturalization, DACA, family petitions, consular processing, and replacement of lost immigration documents.
IJL has several locations throughout Michigan in Grand Rapids, Kalamazoo, Metro Detroit, and Traverse City.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Immigration Law & Justice Michigan provides free immigration legal services to low-income immigrants (at or below 200% of the federal poverty level) across Michigan.
Attorneys provide all available options and risks so clients can make informed decisions. If no legal pathway exists, staff clearly explain why representation is not possible.
ILJMI offers representation in humanitarian and family-based immigration matters, including asylum, refugee green cards, T visas, U visas, VAWA petitions, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status, Temporary Protected Status (TPS), adjustment of status (green cards), citizenship and naturalization, DACA, family petitions, consular processing, and replacement of lost immigration documents.
IJL has several locations throughout Michigan in Grand Rapids, Kalamazoo, Metro Detroit, and Traverse City.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Immigrant Connection at Hart Wesleyan is a legal services organization that provides low-cost immigration legal help in Hart, Michigan.
They does not offer direct legal representation in court or removal defense for unaccompanied minors but assist in family-based petitions, fiancé visas, Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA), adjustment of status (green card applications), consular processing, naturalization (citizenship), conditions on residency, and green card renewals.
Legal services are provided by a Department of Justice-accredited representative who offers initial consultations for $50.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Community Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/10719):
United Community Family Services (UCFS) is a community-based organization located in Troy, Michigan, serving Oakland County and nearby areas.
UCFS Immigration Assistance Program supports immigrants, refugees, and asylees with immigration matters such as green card applications (adjustment of status), work authorizations, and naturalization (U.S. citizenship).
While their services do not include removal defense or specific legal assistance for unaccompanied minors, they
UCFS also offers food support, basic needs distribution, employment services, education programs, financial empowerment support, maternal health education, and refugee-focused services in Southeast Michigan.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/10720):
The program La Casa Amiga of Catholic Charities of Southeast Michigan offers immigration legal help to low-income families in Pontiac and nearby areas.
While they do not offer removal defense or legal assistance for unaccompanied minors, they support with legal advice and offer referrals when needed.
They provide legal helps with work authorizations, immigration paperwork, forms, family reunification, adjustment of status, citizenship, consular processing, DACA, green card, and work permit renewals and addressing general immigration questions.
Services are available without referral, and are offered on a sliding-scale fee basis.
Additional support includes ESL and citizenship classes, job help, basic health screenings, and referrals to other community services.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/10722):
Lutheran Services of Florida (LSF) provides legal services to unaccompanied immigrant children released from federal custody.
Services include consultations, case assessments, and legal representation for immigration matters.
This includes removal defense to help children and youth navigate immigration court, apply for relief from deportation, and access pathways to legal status.
LSF works closely with children, youth, and their families to ensure they understand their rights and the immigration process.
Families and youth can contact the nearest office directly to access legal services and support.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Lutheran Services of Florida (LSF) provides legal services to unaccompanied immigrant children released from federal custody.
Services include consultations, case assessments, and legal representation for immigration matters.
This includes removal defense to help children and youth navigate immigration court, apply for relief from deportation, and access pathways to legal status.
LSF works closely with children, youth, and their families to ensure they understand their rights and the immigration process.
Families and youth can contact the nearest office directly to access legal services and support.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/10724):
Lutheran Services of Florida (LSF) provides legal services to unaccompanied immigrant children released from federal custody.
Services include consultations, case assessments, and legal representation for immigration matters.
This includes removal defense to help children and youth navigate immigration court, apply for relief from deportation, and access pathways to legal status.
LSF works closely with children, youth, and their families to ensure they understand their rights and the immigration process.
Families and youth can contact the nearest office directly to access legal services and support.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The Universal Presbyterian Church of God (UPCG) offers legal services for immigrants, supporting individuals and families navigating the complex U.S. immigration system.
The ministry offers guidance on visa applications, family reunification, asylum, work permits, and naturalization.
UPCG connects clients with accredited legal professionals and community resources to ensure fair and ethical representation.
This assistance is free or low-cost to low-income immigrants and refugees in Connecticut.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/10726):
Trabajadores Unidos de Washington D.C. is a nonprofit community organization working to empower and support immigrants, migrant, and low-income workers in the Washington, D.C., metropolitan area.
The organization offers a variety of services, including assistance with wage theft, labor rights violations, and unsafe working conditions.
It also provides English classes for immigrants and volunteer opportunities in areas such as community organizing, information gathering, and event and campaign planning.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/10728):
Arizona Legal Women and Youth Services (ALWAYS) is a non-profit legal organization serving youth affected by homelessness, abuse, the foster care system, and survivors of human trafficking in Arizona.
ALWAYS does not offer direct legal representation in court or general removal defense, but their Immigration program can assist with Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (for abused or neglected minors), Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA), T visas (trafficking survivors), and U visas (serious crime victims).
Additional services also include translation of documents and support in navigating applications, and case management.
ALWAYS eligibility include:
Youth and young adults who are 24 or younger
are homeless or couch-surfing,
live in a shelter, transitional housing, or group home,
have experienced abuse or domestic violence,
have experienced sex or labor trafficking, or
are now or were previously in the foster care system.
Counties Served: Maricopa, Pima
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
African Advocacy Network (AAN) is a community organization in San Francisco that supports African and Afro-Caribbean immigrants.
It provides DOJ-accredited immigration legal services, including deportation defense, representation in detained and non-detained cases, bond hearings, parole requests, asylum, adjustment of status, family petitions, consular processing, VAWA, U visas, citizenship and naturalization, work permits, and TPS.
AAN also offers translation of official documents and interpretation at asylum interviews, medical appointments, and meetings throughout the Bay Area.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Asian Americans Advancing Justice Southern California (AJSOCAL) offers free immigration relief eligibility screenings and legal representation to low-income clients in Los Angeles and Orange, California.
Their services assists in removal defense for those in removal proceedings. Additional services include, removal defense consultations to screen for available forms of relief, pro se assistance, and direct representation before the Immigration Court.
AJSOCAL also offers free screenings to determine eligibility for current immigration programs such as family-based immigration, asylum, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (S.I.J.S.), T-Visa, Temporary Protected Status (T.P.S.), U-Visa, and Violence Against Women Act (V.A.W.A.). After the screening, AJSOCAL determines if direct representation can be provided or give a local referral.
Other fee services include assistance with family-based integration and $50 USCIS application form consultation.
All service require an appointment. Make an appointment by calling or fill out the legal request form:
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Community Support Services ](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/10735):
Proyecto Faro is an immigrant-led group offering solidarity and organizing support for immigrants in Rockland County.
They run legal empowerment clinics, Know Your Rights education, and a Rapid Response program for people at risk of immigration enforcement.
Their volunteer network is trained to respond quickly during ICE raids to document, interrupt, or witness activity in hopes of offering protection.
Proyecto Faro also provides accompaniment, mutual aid food distribution, and tools to help immigrant families plan for emergencies and stay safe.
Proyecto Faro does not provide full representation for deportation defense.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Community Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/10736):
Latino Advocacy Coalition of Henderson County offers immigration legal services and community support for Latinx individuals and families.
Services include help with immigration applications such as citizenship, DACA, asylum, family petitions, and visas, as well as legal representation in immigration court and interviews.
The organization also provides help completing forms, document translation, and referrals to other services.
In addition, it offers educational programs (like high school equivalency and digital literacy classes), community education, and advocacy resources such as Know Your Rights presentations
Although they do not offer direct legal representation in court or removal defense, they do offer support throughout these immigration processes.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Raices Latinas in Connecticut offers immigration legal consultations and assistance with applications such as citizenship and green cards, family-based immigration, DACA renewals, work permits, and humanitarian visas.
The organization provides initial consultations to evaluate a person’s situation and explain possible next steps.
Fees depend on the type of service requested, and a paid initial consultation is available.
The provider may also offer legal referrals to collaborators for complex cases. This provider does not focus on removal defense.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Services and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/10739):
Every Child Matters Inc., also known as ECM Immigration Legal Services, is a nonprofit legal organization in Connecticut that supports migrant children, vulnerable youth, and their families.
They provide low-cost immigration legal services, including family-based petitions, humanitarian relief such as asylum, VAWA, U visas, and T visas, adjustment of status, TPS, DACA renewals, employment authorization, green card renewals, and citizenship applications.
They assist with FOIA requests and related Social Security applications.
In addition to legal aid, ECM offers community support services such as notary services, children’s rights advocacy, counseling for youth and parents, and domestic violence victim support and referrals.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Services and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/10740):
Every Child Matters Inc., also known as ECM Immigration Legal Services, is a faith-based nonprofit legal organization in Connecticut that supports migrant children, vulnerable youth, and their families.
They provide low-cost immigration legal services, including family-based petitions, humanitarian relief such as asylum, VAWA, U visas, and T visas, adjustment of status, TPS, DACA renewals, employment authorization, green card renewals, and citizenship applications.
They assist with FOIA requests and related Social Security applications.
In addition to legal aid, ECM offers community support services such as notary services, children’s rights advocacy, counseling for youth and parents, and domestic violence victim support and referrals.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Community Support Services ](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/10741):
The American Place (TAP) at Hartford Public Library provides resources and referrals for immigrants, including help finding legal assistance.
TAP offers free citizenship classes and support with preparing naturalization applications.
While TAP is not a law firm, staff include DOJ-accredited representatives who can guide clients or connect them with immigration attorneys.
Services also include English classes, job readiness programs, and translation support.
Services are open to all, regardless of immigration status.
Some programs are free, and others may have a small fee.
Help is available in English, Spanish, French, Farsi, and Urdu.
Appointments are required for most services.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services ](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/10742):
Immigrant Hope – Sandhills provides affordable immigration services in the Sandhills region of North Carolina.
Services include help with U.S. citizenship, naturalization interview preparation, green card renewals, and family-based visas.
They do not offer direct legal representation in court or removal defense, but their accredited staff offer consultations and legal guidance for various immigration matters.
The organization also provides educational and community support programs such as “Right to Know” workshops, ESL classes, bilingual Bible studies, and other classes based on community needs.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services ](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/10794):
BronxWorks provides free immigration legal help for low-income individuals.
Attorneys and accredited representatives assist with citizenship applications, green card renewals, adjustment of status, family petitions, work permits, and protections under the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA).
Services focus on applications and legal help outside of immigration court.
BronxWorks also offers a wide range of social services, including case management, housing assistance, benefits enrollment, education support, and help meeting basic needs.
The Administrative Office on Tremont Avenue provides statewide citizenship services, with all other services limited to NDA 5 residents.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services ](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/10795):
BronxWorksCarolyn McLaughlin Community Center provides free immigration legal help for low-income individuals.
Attorneys and accredited representatives assist with citizenship applications, green card renewals, adjustment of status, family petitions, work permits, and protections under the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA).
Services focus on applications and legal help outside of immigration court.
BronxWorks also offers a wide range of social services, including case management, housing assistance, benefits enrollment, education support, and help meeting basic needs.
The Administrative Office on Tremont Avenue provides statewide citizenship services, with all other services limited to NDA 5 residents.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/10796):
BronxWorks Townsend Ave. Office provides free immigration legal help for low-income individuals.
Attorneys and accredited representatives assist with citizenship applications, green card renewals, adjustment of status, family petitions, work permits, and protections under the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA).
Services focus on applications and legal help outside of immigration court.
BronxWorks also offers a wide range of social services, including case management, housing assistance, benefits enrollment, education support, and help meeting basic needs.
The Administrative Office on Tremont Avenue provides statewide citizenship services, with all other services limited to NDA 5 residents.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/10797):
BronxWorksWoodstock Terrace provides free immigration legal help for low-income individuals.
Attorneys and accredited representatives assist with citizenship applications, green card renewals, adjustment of status, family petitions, work permits, and protections under the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA).
Services focus on applications and legal help outside of immigration court.
BronxWorks also offers a wide range of social services, including case management, housing assistance, benefits enrollment, education support, and help meeting basic needs.
The Administrative Office on Tremont Avenue provides statewide citizenship services, with all other services limited to NDA 5 residents.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services ](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/10798):
AsylumWorks offers free support services for asylum seekers, asylees, and resettled refugees living in Washington, D.C., Maryland, and Northern Virginia.
They provide client services designed to help newcomers overcome health, employment, and legal challenges while navigating the U.S. immigration system.
Services include health and wellness support, employment and education guidance, and legal navigation that helps clients understand their rights and connect with immigration attorneys or other legal resources.
Legal navigation services include legal consultations, legal education workshops, and referrals to vetted immigration attorneys to help people seeking protection understand their options and responsibilities under U.S. immigration law.
Services are provided at no cost and typically support clients for several months while they work toward stability and self-sufficiency.
AsylumWorks does not focus on removal defense.
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- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services ](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/10799):
CARECEN DC offers immigration legal services and community support for immigrants.
They provide legal consultations and representation for immigration matters such as asylum, Temporary Protected Status (TPS), family petitions, and other immigration relief.
CARECEN DC also offers community education and information to help immigrants understand their rights and immigration options.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/10800):
New Initiative for Civic Engagement (NICE) provides vital legal assistance to migrants and immigrants, focusing on empowering individuals through access to justice and equitable legal support.
NICE offers services such as asylum application help, deportation defense, DACA renewals, family reunification, and legal rights education.
Through community outreach and pro bono legal clinics, NICE ensures that vulnerable immigrant populations understand their rights and have representation in immigration proceedings.
For cases that they cannot take, they make every effort to provide an appropriate referral.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/10801):
The Brazilian Worker Center in Allston, MA offers legal services for unaccompanied immigrant children and youth released from federal custody.
Services include legal screenings, know-your-rights education, representation in immigration court, help applying for relief such as SIJS, asylum, and visas, bond and custody advocacy, and referrals to community and mental health support.
Services are confidential, trauma-informed, and available in Portuguese, Spanish, and English.
Brazilian Worker Center also offers immigrant workers workshops and training on workers’ rights, labor laws, and health equity. They provide programs like Know Your Rights workshops, the Domestic Worker Advocacy Project, Building Justice worker committees, and Mulheres Vencedoras mental health initiatives. They also assist with rent support applications and lead advocacy campaigns for labor protections.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services ](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/10802):
We Are CASA Maryland provides immigration legal services in Maryland, including consultations, know-your-rights information, and limited help for people representing themselves.
The program prioritizes people at high risk of deportation, including those in immigration detention or alternatives-to-detention programs. Others may be placed on a long wait list for consultations or representation.
Immigration legal services are generally limited to Maryland. CASA maintains trusted referral lists at all locations, including offices outside Maryland.
CASA also offers tenant and worker rights assistance, adult ESOL and citizenship classes, citizenship application help, youth programs, health enrollment assistance, financial and tax services, community programs, and vocational training.
Services vary by office, and most non-emergency services require an annual We Are CASA membership fee.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services ](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/10803):
We Are CASA Maryland provides immigration legal services in Maryland, including consultations, know-your-rights information, and limited help for people representing themselves.
The program prioritizes people at high risk of deportation, including those in immigration detention or alternatives-to-detention programs. Others may be placed on a long wait list for consultations or representation.
Immigration legal services are generally limited to Maryland. CASA maintains trusted referral lists at all locations, including offices outside Maryland.
CASA also offers tenant and worker rights assistance, adult ESOL and citizenship classes, citizenship application help, youth programs, health enrollment assistance, financial and tax services, community programs, and vocational training.
Services vary by office, and most non-emergency services require an annual We Are CASA membership fee.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The African Community Education Program (ACE) Inc. provides holistic support to African refugee and immigrant youth and families in Worcester, Massachusetts.
Among its wraparound services, ACE offers access to legal assistance through partnerships with local legal organizations. This support includes help with immigration matters, asylum applications, DACA renewals, and navigating complex legal systems that affect families' education, employment, and residency status.
ACE offers academic support, mentoring, and social services to help students succeed in school and beyond.
Social services include case management, mental health support, family engagement, and referrals to housing, employment, and healthcare resources.
Staff languages include Spanish, along with French, Arabic, Portuguese, and several African languages.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Charleston Pro Bono Legal Services provides free civil legal help to low-income residents of Charleston County.
They do not offer direct legal representation in court or removal defense, but they assist with family law matters like custody, guardianship, and name changes, as well as housing, consumer issues, and legal support for survivors of human trafficking.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Maine Immigrant & Refugee Services (MEIRS) offers legal help with immigration paperwork through an accredited representative.
MEIRS assists with documentation and can file claims for work authorization, green cards, citizenship, and representation before USCIS.
Most services are free or offered on a sliding fee scale to meet clients’ financial needs.
MEIRS cannot help individuals with defensive asylum cases and cannot represent individuals before immigration courts.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Maine Immigrant & Refugee Services (MEIRS) ofrece ayuda legal con trámites migratorios a través de un representante acreditado en Lewiston, Maine.
MEIRS apoya con la preparación de documentos y puede presentar solicitudes para permisos de trabajo, residencia permanente, ciudadanía y representación ante USCIS.
La mayoría de los servicios son gratuitos o se ofrecen con una tarifa ajustada según la situación económica del cliente.
MEIRS no maneja casos de asilo defensivo y no puede representar a clientes ante los tribunales de inmigración.
La información incluida aquí es actual y precisa según nuestro mejor conocimiento. Comuníquese con ImportaMi vía e-mail en info.importami@rescue.org si tiene alguna pregunta o corrección.
Targeted Case Solutions (TCS) Immigration offers immigration form assistance, help responding to Requests for Evidence (RFEs), certified document translation, and support with green card, citizenship, and visa applications.
They serve clients in the Miami, FL area and provide services in English and Haitian Creole.
While they assist with general immigration paperwork, they do not focus on removal (deportation) defense or court representation.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Asistencia Legal y Otros Servicios de Apoyo](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/10815):
Church World Service (CWS) Florida ofrece ayuda legal gratuita o a bajo costo a través de abogados licenciados y representantes acreditados en Miami, Fort Lauderdale, Delray Beach, Tampa, Jacksonville y Kissimmee.
Los servicios gratuitos están disponibles para refugiados, asilados, personas con parole cubano/haitiano y sobrevivientes certificados de trata.
Incluyen ayuda con asilo, SIJS, VAWA, visas U y T, residencia permanente, naturalización y defensa contra deportación.
Otros pueden acceder a servicios legales a bajo costo.
La elegibilidad y disponibilidad de fondos se determinan durante la evaluación legal.
Además, CWS brinda servicios sociales como gestión de casos, acceso a necesidades básicas y derivaciones a servicios de salud, apoyo para la preparación laboral, acceso lingüístico e interpretación, y orientación comunitaria, todo basado en un enfoque culturalmente sensible y con conocimiento del trauma que promueve la seguridad, la estabilidad y la integración a largo plazo.
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The Immigrant Assistance Center of West Michigan (IAC) offers low-cost or free immigration legal services.
Although they do not provide deportation defense or specific legal assistance for unaccompanied minors, they do offer assistance with the following:
Change of Address
Green Card / Permanent Residency
Travel / Entry Documents
Work Authorization / Status Changes
Family-Based Petitions
Humanitarian / Special Cases
Citizenship / Naturalization
Waivers / Exceptions
Records / Requests / Miscellaneous
The listed services and fees can be found in their website.
Consultations are by appointment only.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
LUCHA Ministries provides low-cost immigration legal help through its DOJ-recognized program, LUCHA Ministries Immigration Legal Services (LMILS).
They assist with family petitions, adjustment of status (green card applications), naturalization, work permits, green card renewals, and DACA.
Services are offered virtually and delivered by a DOJ-accredited representative and a volunteer immigration attorney.
While they support immigrants in regularizing their status, they do not focus on removal (deportation) defense or immigration court representation.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The Hope Immigration Center of the Chattahoochee Baptist Association offers low-cost legal help for immigrants. They are recognized by the U.S. Department of Justice and have accredited representatives trained to help with immigration cases.
They support people with family petitions, DACA renewals, work permits, citizenship applications, and more. They also help with passport forms, translations, and notary services.
While they don’t go to immigration court, they can guide you through forms, prepare you for interviews, and give legal advice.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Legal Aid DC offers free immigration legal help to low-income DC residents.
They assist with SIJS, asylum, U visas, T visas, VAWA petitions, humanitarian-based green cards, TPS and naturalization.
They also coordinate with other Legal Aid teams to support housing, family law, and domestic violence issues when tied to their immigration case.
They have offices in both Downtown DC and Anacostia.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Volunteer Legal Advocates offers trauma-informed, pro bono legal assistance to immigrant survivors and vulnerable children seeking humanitarian immigration relief.
They assist with applications such as asylum, VAWA self-petitions, U and T visas, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS), Temporary Protected Status (TPS), DACA, work authorization, and adjustment of status.
Intake times and locations may vary, so individuals are encouraged to check the organization’s website for the most up-to-date information.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Volunteer Legal Advocates offers trauma-informed, pro bono legal assistance to immigrant survivors and vulnerable children seeking humanitarian immigration relief.
They assist with applications such as asylum, VAWA self-petitions, U and T visas, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS), Temporary Protected Status (TPS), DACA, work authorization, and adjustment of status.
Intake times and locations may vary, so individuals are encouraged to check the organization’s website for the most up-to-date information.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The Immigrant and Refugee Law Center (IRLC) provides free, high-quality legal services to immigrants, refugees, and asylum seekers. Their services include assistance with asylum applications, deportation defense, DACA renewals, family reunification, and work authorization.
IRLC works to ensure clients understand their legal rights and options, offering compassionate, culturally sensitive support.
Counties covered in KY: Boone, Campbell, Kenton.
Counties covered in OH: Butler, Hamilton, Montgomery.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The Immigrant Assistance Center of West Michigan (IAC) offers low-cost or free immigration legal services.
Although they do not provide deportation defense or specific legal assistance for unaccompanied minors, they do offer assistance with the following:
Change of Address
Green Card / Permanent Residency
Travel / Entry Documents
Work Authorization / Status Changes
Family-Based Petitions
Humanitarian / Special Cases
Citizenship / Naturalization
Waivers / Exceptions
Records / Requests / Miscellaneous
The listed services and fees can be found in their website.
Consultations are by appointment only.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services ](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/10832):
Unidos Para La Familia in Bridgeton, NJ provides education, advocacy, and free immigration legal help in partnership with Camden Center for Law and Social Justice.
Families can access Spanish GED classes, English as a Second Language, and U.S. citizenship tutoring.
They also offer family advocacy and life coaching to set goals, connect to housing and financial resources, and strengthen stability.
Through their legal partner, immigrants can receive free consultations for immigration matters such as asylum, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS) U Visa, T Visa, VAWA, adjustment of status, and naturalization.
Counties served: Cumberland
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Action for Boston Community Development (ABCD) offers free immigration services in Boston, including help with citizenship applications, green card renewals, and replacing lost immigration documents.
They also provide civics and English classes to prepare for the citizenship test and interview.
Services are available at several neighborhood sites and are open to eligible community members.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Action for Boston Community Development (ABCD) offers free immigration services in Boston, including help with citizenship applications, green card renewals, and replacing lost immigration documents.
They also provide civics and English classes to prepare for the citizenship test and interview.
Services are available at several neighborhood sites and are open to eligible community members.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Action for Boston Community Development (ABCD) offers free immigration services in Boston, including help with citizenship applications, green card renewals, and replacing lost immigration documents.
They also provide civics and English classes to prepare for the citizenship test and interview.
Services are available at several neighborhood sites and are open to eligible community members.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Action for Boston Community Development (ABCD) offers free immigration services in Boston, including help with citizenship applications, green card renewals, and replacing lost immigration documents.
They also provide civics and English classes to prepare for the citizenship test and interview.
Services are available at several neighborhood sites and are open to eligible community members.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Action for Boston Community Development (ABCD) offers free immigration services in Boston, including help with citizenship applications, green card renewals, and replacing lost immigration documents.
They also provide civics and English classes to prepare for the citizenship test and interview.
Services are available at several neighborhood sites and are open to eligible community members.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Action for Boston Community Development (ABCD) offers free immigration services in Boston, including help with citizenship applications, green card renewals, and replacing lost immigration documents.
They also provide civics and English classes to prepare for the citizenship test and interview.
Services are available at several neighborhood sites and are open to eligible community members.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Action for Boston Community Development (ABCD) offers free immigration services in Boston, including help with citizenship applications, green card renewals, and replacing lost immigration documents.
They also provide civics and English classes to prepare for the citizenship test and interview.
Services are available at several neighborhood sites and are open to eligible community members.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The Massachusetts Immigrant and Refugee Advocacy Coalition (MIRA) offers vital legal support to immigrants and refugees across the state.
While MIRA does not offer direct legal representation, it connects people with trusted legal service providers and offers referrals for immigration-related matters.
MIRA also hosts legal clinics, Know Your Rights sessions, and assists with DACA renewals and Temporary Protected Status (TPS) applications.
MIRA also has an immigrant helpline. To get answers to the most commonly asked immigration questions, call (508) 293-1871.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services ](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/10844):
Justice in Motion protects migrant children and families by working across borders to reunite families and defend their rights.
They assist with legal cases by helping locate relatives, gather documents, and verify identity.
U.S.-based advocates can request post-deportation monitoring to track possible rights violations and connect deported individuals with legal help.
Their Child Detention Crisis initiative supports detained children, and their policy work promotes access to asylum and Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS).
They do not provide direct deportation defense but may collaborate with partners who do.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Immigrant Connection at Kentwood Community Church provides low-cost immigration legal assistance in Kentwood, Michigan. Their office is part of the Immigration Connection Legal Network, and services are offered by Department of Justice (DOJ)-accredited legal representatives.
While they don't provide representation in court, they can provide a consultation, legal advice and assistance with filling out forms such as Change of Address or Change of Venue.
Their services is also open to possible legal referrals after consultation.
Consultations are by appointment only, with an initial consultation cost of $40 for 30 minutes.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Wyoming Immigrant Advocacy Project (WIAP) offers free and low-cost legal advice and representation, for immigrants in the Teton Region of Wyoming.
Their services include deportation defense, removal appeals, asylum, protection under the Convention Against Torture, VAWA self-petitions (for survivors of domestic violence), U and T Visas (for victims of serious crimes or trafficking), Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (for abused, neglected, or abandoned minors), DACA support, adjustment of status (green cards), naturalization assistance, and family-based petitions.
They also provide youth-specific representation and help with changes or extensions of immigration status.
Services are available to those who meet WIAP’s income requirements.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Legal Services of North Dakota (LSND) provides free civil legal help to low-income residents in North Dakota.
They assist immigrant youth and sponsors with deportation defense (help to fight removal from the U.S.), asylum (protection for people fleeing persecution), Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (for minors abused, neglected, or abandoned by parents), U visas (for crime victims), T visas (for trafficking victims), family petitions, and adjustment of status (green card applications).
Services depend on income eligibility and type of legal need.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Legal Services of North Dakota (LSND) provides free civil legal help to low-income residents in North Dakota.
They assist immigrant youth and sponsors with deportation defense (help to fight removal from the U.S.), asylum (protection for people fleeing persecution), Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (for minors abused, neglected, or abandoned by parents), U visas (for crime victims), T visas (for trafficking victims), family petitions, and adjustment of status (green card applications).
Services depend on income eligibility and type of legal need.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Legal Services of North Dakota (LSND) provides free civil legal help to low-income residents in North Dakota.
They assist immigrant youth and sponsors with deportation defense (help to fight removal from the U.S.), asylum (protection for people fleeing persecution), Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (for minors abused, neglected, or abandoned by parents), U visas (for crime victims), T visas (for trafficking victims), family petitions, and adjustment of status (green card applications).
Services depend on income eligibility and type of legal need.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/10854):
Morris County Organization for Hispanic Affairs-The Center for Citizenship and Legal Immigration at MCOHA offers legal representation for unaccompanied minors and immigration relief for survivors of domestic violence and violent crimes.
They provide Know Your Rights presentations and assist seniors with naturalization.
Through MCOHA’s broader services, UCs and sponsors may also receive help with emergency food, mental health counseling, transportation, and assistance with medical and dental care.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Community Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/10856):
New Sanctuary Coalition provides support to immigrants facing detention and deportation.
They focus on person-to-person assistance, helping families navigate legal challenges, advocating against inhumane immigration practices, and offering social support to affected individuals.
Services are provided primarily through volunteer support, with no explicit costs or restrictions mentioned.
The organization engages communities in solidarity and mutual respect for immigrants and their families, offering meetings, accompaniment, and advocacy opportunities for those who want to get involved.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The LGBT Asylum Project is the only San Francisco nonprofit organization exclusively dedicated to providing accessible legal representation for LGBT asylum seekers who are fleeing persecution due to their sexual orientation, gender identity and/or HIV status.
GBT Asylum Project provides support to immigrants in the San Francisco Asylum Office jurisdiction (from Bakersfield, CA to Seattle, WA), who identify as LGBTQ+, and have been persecuted or have fears of future persecution if they return to their home country.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The LGBT Asylum Project is the only San Francisco nonprofit organization exclusively dedicated to providing accessible legal representation for LGBT asylum seekers who are fleeing persecution due to their sexual orientation, gender identity and/or HIV status.
GBT Asylum Project provides support to immigrants in the San Francisco Asylum Office jurisdiction (from Bakersfield, CA to Seattle, WA), who identify as LGBTQ+, and have been persecuted or have fears of future persecution if they return to their home country.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The LGBT Asylum Project is the only San Francisco nonprofit organization exclusively dedicated to providing accessible legal representation for LGBT asylum seekers who are fleeing persecution due to their sexual orientation, gender identity and/or HIV status.
GBT Asylum Project provides support to immigrants in the San Francisco Asylum Office jurisdiction (from Bakersfield, CA to Seattle, WA), who identify as LGBTQ+, and have been persecuted or have fears of future persecution if they return to their home country.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Immigrant Hope – Wyoming & Idaho provides legal assistance with deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA), green card applications, and naturalization.
They also assist with Advance Parole, removing conditions on green cards, fiancé visas, and related immigration processes.
Services are available by appointment.
They have locations in the following states:
Wyoming: Jackson and Big Piney/Pinedale
Idaho: Driggs
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Immigrant Hope – Wyoming & Idaho provides legal assistance with deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA), green card applications, and naturalization.
They also assist with Advance Parole, removing conditions on green cards, fiancé visas, and related immigration processes.
Services are available by appointment.
They have locations in the following states:
Wyoming: Jackson and Big Piney/Pinedale
Idaho: Driggs
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Catholic Community Services Utah (CCS Utah) provides immigration legal services to youth in Salt Lake City and Ogden. They represent minors and families in removal proceedings.
Eligible minors include refugees, asylees, special immigrant juveniles, and survivors of human trafficking.
CCS Utah also assists in filing applications with the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Service (USCIS), and represent them in Immigration Court and before USCIS. They help families in reuniting, securing permanent legal residence, and applying for U.S. citizenship. They also help paroled migrants apply for asylum.
CCS Utah also provides the following social services:
Refugees: Assists with resettlement and places unaccompanied refugee minors in foster care.
Food Assistance: Operates the Joyce Hansen Hall Food Bank, runs the Bridging The Gap program to supply groceries to students in select counties, and offers a culinary arts training program.
Support for New Mothers: Runs St. Martha's Baby Project in Salt Lake City and Ogden, providing newborn essentials and case management to new mothers experiencing income insecurity.
Their offices are located in Salt Lake City, and Ogden, Utah.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Migrant and Immigrant Community Action (MICA) Project supports low-income immigrants, including minors and their sponsors, in overcoming legal barriers.
They provide assistance with various immigration matters such as deportation defense, asylum applications, and other forms of humanitarian relief.
The organization also offers educational presentations on immigration rights and options, as well as workshops to prepare power of attorney documents in case of immigration emergencies.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Catholic Charities of Idaho offers a variety of low-cost immigration legal services for individuals eligible for immigration benefits.
Their services are provided by Department of Justice (DOJ) Accredited Representatives and include:
Family-Based Petitions: Assistance in the preparation and submission of petitions to United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) for family members.
Citizenship and Naturalization: Consultations to determine eligibility and assistance with applications for naturalization or citizenship certifications.
Assistance for Victims of Crimes: Services for individuals who qualify under the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA), as well as those certified as victims of qualifying criminal activities, such as domestic violence, and their eligible family members.
Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA): Help for eligible youth and young adults to obtain work permits and protection from deportation through the DACA program.
Their offices are located in Boise and Pocatello, Idaho
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The Michigan Immigrant Rights Center (MIRC) provides free legal services to unaccompanied children, including those released to sponsors. Services include:
Removal defense and representation in immigration court
Help applying for asylum, SIJS, U visas, and other protections
Legal support in family courts for custody/guardianship
“Know Your Rights” education and legal screenings
Coordination with child advocates and social services
Locations: Detroit, Ypsilanti, Lansing, Kalamazoo, and Grand Rapids.
Additional services: Community education, pro bono training, and advocacy for immigrant rights.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Michigan Immigrant Rights Center (MIRC) ofrece servicios legales gratuitos a niños no acompañados, incluyendo aquellos liberados a patrocinadores. Los servicios incluyen:
Defensa contra deportación y representación en corte
Asistencia con asilo, SIJS, visas U y otras protecciones
Apoyo legal en tribunales de familia
Educación sobre derechos y evaluaciones legales
Coordinación con defensores infantiles y servicios sociales
Ubicaciones: Detroit, Ypsilanti, Lansing, Kalamazoo, y Grand Rapids.
Servicios adicionales: Educación comunitaria, apoyo a abogados pro bono y defensa de derechos de inmigrantes.
La información incluida aquí es actual y precisa según nuestro mejor conocimiento. Comuníquese con ImportaMi via e-mail en info.importami@rescue.org si tiene alguna pregunta o corrección.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/10870):
Catholic Charities Diocese of St. Petersburg provides affordable immigration legal services for immigrants and their families.
Services include assistance with asylum applications, consular processing, family-based petitions, DACA, employment authorization, employment-based immigrant and non-immigrant petitions, naturalization and citizenship, and humanitarian relief such as T visas, U visas, and VAWA petitions.
The program also offers Citizenship, Literacy, and English as a Second Language classes to support integration.
Consultations & Walk-Ins ONLY (No Appointments are taken). See website for appointment locations and service times.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/10871):
Catholic Charities Diocese of St. Petersburg provides affordable immigration legal services for immigrants and their families.
Services include assistance with asylum applications, consular processing, family-based petitions, DACA, employment authorization, employment-based immigrant and non-immigrant petitions, naturalization and citizenship, and humanitarian relief such as T visas, U visas, and VAWA petitions.
The program also offers Citizenship, Literacy, and English as a Second Language classes to support integration.
Consultations & Walk-Ins ONLY (No Appointments are taken). See website for appointment locations and service times.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/10872):
Catholic Charities Diocese of St. Petersburg provides affordable immigration legal services for immigrants and their families.
Services include assistance with asylum applications, consular processing, family-based petitions, DACA, employment authorization, employment-based immigrant and non-immigrant petitions, naturalization and citizenship, and humanitarian relief such as T visas, U visas, and VAWA petitions.
The program also offers Citizenship, Literacy, and English as a Second Language classes to support integration.
Consultations & Walk-Ins ONLY (No Appointments are taken). See website for appointment locations and service times.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/10873):
Catholic Charities Diocese of St. Petersburg provides affordable immigration legal services for immigrants and their families.
Services include assistance with asylum applications, consular processing, family-based petitions, DACA, employment authorization, employment-based immigrant and non-immigrant petitions, naturalization and citizenship, and humanitarian relief such as T visas, U visas, and VAWA petitions.
The program also offers Citizenship, Literacy, and English as a Second Language classes to support integration.
Consultations & Walk-Ins ONLY (No Appointments are taken). See website for appointment locations and service times.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/10874):
Catholic Charities Diocese of St. Petersburg provides affordable immigration legal services for immigrants and their families.
Services include assistance with asylum applications, consular processing, family-based petitions, DACA, employment authorization, employment-based immigrant and non-immigrant petitions, naturalization and citizenship, and humanitarian relief such as T visas, U visas, and VAWA petitions.
The program also offers Citizenship, Literacy, and English as a Second Language classes to support integration.
Consultations & Walk-Ins ONLY (No Appointments are taken). See website for appointment locations and service times.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/10875):
Catholic Charities Diocese of St. Petersburg provides affordable immigration legal services for immigrants and their families.
Services include assistance with asylum applications, consular processing, family-based petitions, DACA, employment authorization, employment-based immigrant and non-immigrant petitions, naturalization and citizenship, and humanitarian relief such as T visas, U visas, and VAWA petitions.
The program also offers Citizenship, Literacy, and English as a Second Language classes to support integration.
Consultations & Walk-Ins ONLY (No Appointments are taken). See website for appointment locations and service times.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/10876):
Catholic Charities Diocese of St. Petersburg provides affordable immigration legal services for immigrants and their families.
Services include assistance with asylum applications, consular processing, family-based petitions, DACA, employment authorization, employment-based immigrant and non-immigrant petitions, naturalization and citizenship, and humanitarian relief such as T visas, U visas, and VAWA petitions.
The program also offers Citizenship, Literacy, and English as a Second Language classes to support integration.
Consultations & Walk-Ins ONLY (No Appointments are taken). See website for appointment locations and service times.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Catholic Legal Services, Archdiocese of Miami (CCLS) provides free and low-cost immigration legal services for children, families, and vulnerable migrants.
Programs include assistance with asylum, TPS, DACA, T and U visas, SIJS, and VAWA petitions.
The agency represents unaccompanied minors and families in immigration court, offers Know Your Rights sessions, and provides help with citizenship, residency, family petitions, and work authorization.
Services include specialized support through the Complex Litigation Department, Refugee Assistance Program, Labre Project for homeless clients, and community CIRCLE clinics.
Virtual and in-person legal screenings, orientations, and educational events are available.
Eligibility includes immigrants, refugees, asylees, Cuban and Haitian Entrants, unaccompanied minors, and Miami-Dade residents.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Southern Arizona Legal Aid (SALA) is a nonprofit law firm offering free legal help to low-income individuals in southern and southeastern Arizona.
They provide legal counseling and advice, limited assistance such as help completing legal documents, self-help classes and clinics, referrals to pro bono attorneys, and representation in court.
Their immigration services focus on helping clients with cases involving domestic violence, sexual assault, or other crimes.
SALA has offices in Tucson, Casa Grande, Sacaton, Sierra Vista, Show Low, and Fort Apache.
Counties served: Apache, Cochise, Gila, Graham, Greenlee, Pima, Pinal, and Santa Cruz.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Southern Arizona Legal Aid (SALA) is a nonprofit law firm offering free legal help to low-income individuals in southern and southeastern Arizona.
They provide legal counseling and advice, limited assistance such as help completing legal documents, self-help classes and clinics, referrals to pro bono attorneys, and representation in court.
Their immigration services focus on helping clients with cases involving domestic violence, sexual assault, or other crimes.
SALA has offices in Tucson, Casa Grande, Sacaton, Sierra Vista, Show Low, and Fort Apache.
Counties served: Apache, Cochise, Gila, Graham, Greenlee, Pima, Pinal, and Santa Cruz.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Southern Arizona Legal Aid (SALA) is a nonprofit law firm offering free legal help to low-income individuals in southern and southeastern Arizona.
They provide legal counseling and advice, limited assistance such as help completing legal documents, self-help classes and clinics, referrals to pro bono attorneys, and representation in court.
Their immigration services focus on helping clients with cases involving domestic violence, sexual assault, or other crimes.
SALA has offices in Tucson, Casa Grande, Sacaton, Sierra Vista, Show Low, and Fort Apache.
Counties served: Apache, Cochise, Gila, Graham, Greenlee, Pima, Pinal, and Santa Cruz.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Southern Arizona Legal Aid (SALA) is a nonprofit law firm offering free legal help to low-income individuals in southern and southeastern Arizona.
They provide legal counseling and advice, limited assistance such as help completing legal documents, self-help classes and clinics, referrals to pro bono attorneys, and representation in court.
Their immigration services focus on helping clients with cases involving domestic violence, sexual assault, or other crimes.
SALA has offices in Tucson, Casa Grande, Sacaton, Sierra Vista, Show Low, and Fort Apache.
Counties served: Apache, Cochise, Gila, Graham, Greenlee, Pima, Pinal, and Santa Cruz.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Southern Arizona Legal Aid (SALA) is a nonprofit law firm offering free legal help to low-income individuals in southern and southeastern Arizona.
They provide legal counseling and advice, limited assistance such as help completing legal documents, self-help classes and clinics, referrals to pro bono attorneys, and representation in court.
Their immigration services focus on helping clients with cases involving domestic violence, sexual assault, or other crimes.
SALA has offices in Tucson, Casa Grande, Sacaton, Sierra Vista, Show Low, and Fort Apache.
Counties served: Apache, Cochise, Gila, Graham, Greenlee, Pima, Pinal, and Santa Cruz.
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- [Legal Services and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/10883):
Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Denver offers a range of legal immigration services to individuals throughout Colorado and Wyoming. Their services include:
Deportation defense
Consultations to assess immigration options and eligibility
Family-based immigration petitions (e.g., green cards through relatives)
Naturalization and citizenship applications
Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) renewals
Temporary Protected Status (TPS) applications
Work permit applications
Refugee and asylee services, including adjustment of status Support with affidavits of support and waivers.
They prioritize low-income individuals and offer services on a sliding fee scale with bilingual staff available. Additional support includes legal clinics, counseling, early childhood education, housing, food assistance, diapers, kinship and family support, senior services, and emergency financial aid.
Offices located in: Denver, Fort Collins, and Glenwood Springs.
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- [Legal Services and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/10884):
Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Denver offers a range of legal immigration services to individuals throughout Colorado and Wyoming. Their services include:
Deportation defense
Consultations to assess immigration options and eligibility
Family-based immigration petitions (e.g., green cards through relatives)
Naturalization and citizenship applications
Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) renewals
Temporary Protected Status (TPS) applications
Work permit applications
Refugee and asylee services, including adjustment of status Support with affidavits of support and waivers.
They prioritize low-income individuals and offer services on a sliding fee scale with bilingual staff available. Additional support includes legal clinics, counseling, early childhood education, housing, food assistance, diapers, kinship and family support, senior services, and emergency financial aid.
Offices located in: Denver, Greenley, and Glenwood Springs.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/10886):
Make the Road New York offers free and low-cost legal services in immigration, housing, employment, and public benefits.
Immigration services include adjustment of status, consular processing, Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA), employment authorization, family-based petitions, NACARA, naturalization/citizenship, removal hearings, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS), T visas, Temporary Protected Status (TPS), U visas, and Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) petitions.
Attorneys also handle asylum and deportation defense, support survivors of gender-based violence, and provide culturally competent services for TGNCIQ immigrants.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Make the Road New York offers free and low-cost legal services in immigration, housing, employment, and public benefits.
Immigration services include adjustment of status, consular processing, Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA), employment authorization, family-based petitions, NACARA, naturalization/citizenship, removal hearings, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS), T visas, Temporary Protected Status (TPS), U visas, and Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) petitions.
Attorneys also handle asylum and deportation defense, support survivors of gender-based violence, and provide culturally competent services for TGNCIQ immigrants.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Make the Road New York offers free and low-cost legal services in immigration, housing, employment, and public benefits.
Immigration services include adjustment of status, consular processing, Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA), employment authorization, family-based petitions, NACARA, naturalization/citizenship, removal hearings, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS), T visas, Temporary Protected Status (TPS), U visas, and Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) petitions.
Attorneys also handle asylum and deportation defense, support survivors of gender-based violence, and provide culturally competent services for TGNCIQ immigrants.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/10889):
Make the Road New York offers free and low-cost legal services in immigration, housing, employment, and public benefits.
Immigration services include adjustment of status, consular processing, Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA), employment authorization, family-based petitions, NACARA, naturalization/citizenship, removal hearings, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS), T visas, Temporary Protected Status (TPS), U visas, and Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) petitions.
Attorneys also handle asylum and deportation defense, support survivors of gender-based violence, and provide culturally competent services for TGNCIQ immigrants.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/10890):
Catholic Charities of San Diego (CCDSD) offers immigration legal services at low cost, serving clients in San Diego and Imperial counties. They assist with:
Removal Defense
Non-Detained Clients
Detained Clients in San Diego and Imperial Counties
Bond Hearings
Unaccompanied Minors
Adjustment of Status
Family Visa Petitions
Consular Processing
Domestic Violence Cases (VAWA)
Fee Waivers
Legal Permanent Resident Card Renewal
Affidavit of Support
T and U Visas
Travel Document
Employment Authorization
Citizenship and Naturalization
Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals – DACA
FOIA Requests
Consultations
Translations
CCDSD) also provide community services such as emergency food distribution, health-coverage support, senior programs, and homeless-services.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services ](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/10891):
Neighbors Link provides free immigration legal services and educational, workforce, and community programs for immigrants.
The Community Law Practice assists with naturalization, adjustment of status, family petitions, green card renewals, and representation in removal proceedings for detained and non-detained adults and children.
Free ESOL and citizenship classes are available both virtually and in person, along with digital literacy, parent education, early childhood development, after-school and summer programs, and workforce training in fields such as OSHA, CPR, and eco-cleaning.
Community engagement includes know-your-rights workshops, ONA Opportunity Center services, and a weekly Immigration Law Helpline.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services ](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/10892):
Neighbors Link provides free immigration legal services and educational, workforce, and community programs for immigrants.
The Community Law Practice assists with naturalization, adjustment of status, family petitions, green card renewals, and representation in removal proceedings for detained and non-detained adults and children.
Free ESOL and citizenship classes are available both virtually and in person, along with digital literacy, parent education, early childhood development, after-school and summer programs, and workforce training in fields such as OSHA, CPR, and eco-cleaning.
Community engagement includes know-your-rights workshops, ONA Opportunity Center services, and a weekly Immigration Law Helpline.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/10893):
Northern Manhattan Improvement Corporation provides free, wraparound support including immigration and housing legal help, tenant organizing, benefits access, tax prep, financial coaching, food pantry, health insurance navigation, community health workers, mental-health counseling, adult education (ESOL, GED/ABE, citizenship prep), digital literacy, and workforce training.
Domestic Violence Project offers counseling, advocacy, support groups, and family law services.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services ](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/10894):
Catholic Charities, Diocese of Metuchen provides broad support for individuals and families across Middlesex, Somerset, Hunterdon, and Warren counties.
The Immigration Services Program offers general consultations where immigrants can receive individualized guidance and information about available immigration processes.
Accredited representatives assist with citizenship, family petitions, DACA, TPS, U Visas, and VAWA self-petitions.
Beyond immigration, the organization provides counseling, child care, youth programs, maternity support, housing and shelter services, and assistance with food, clothing, and other basic needs.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Integrated Health and Legal Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/10895):
Terra Firma provides integrated medical, mental health, and legal services for unaccompanied immigrant children and families seeking humanitarian protection.
Embedded within the Bronx Health Collective, Terra Firma offers healthcare, counseling, and legal support in collaboration with Catholic Charities of New York and the New York Legal Assistance Group.
Clients receive coordinated medical and psychosocial care, legal assistance for asylum and related immigration cases, and enrichment programming such as ESOL, arts, and academic support.
Services are available regardless of health insurance status or ability to pay, and Terra Firma assists with health insurance enrollment.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/10896):
Catholic Charities, Diocese of Trenton provides immigration legal services and community support for individuals and families in Burlington, Mercer, Monmouth, and Ocean counties.
DOJ-accredited staff assist with citizenship and visa applications, DACA and TPS renewals, and VAWA eligibility screenings.
Services do not focus on removal or deportation defense.
The organization also offers ESL and citizenship classes, “Know Your Rights” workshops, rapid re-housing, temporary housing, SNAP education and enrollment, community food pantries, and free clothing and household goods.
Project HOPE helps people facing poverty or homelessness develop life and job skills.
Counties Served: Burlington, Mercer, Monmouth, and Ocean.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/10897):
Sanctuary for Families provides free, confidential support for survivors of domestic violence, sex trafficking, and related gender violence in New York City.
Its attorneys represent clients in family law, immigration, housing, and public benefits cases, and assist with orders of protection, divorce, and Title IX campus sexual assault advocacy.
Counseling and crisis intervention are provided by licensed clinicians.
The organization also operates confidential crisis and transitional shelters, and economic empowerment programs offering job readiness, technology training, and stipends.
Specialized programs serve children, unaccompanied immigrant minors, and trafficking survivors.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The Advocates for Human Rights offers free immigration legal help for youth under 18 in Minnesota, North Dakota, and South Dakota who arrive without parents and their eligible sponsors.
Services include deportation defense (help in immigration court), asylum (for those fleeing danger), Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (for minors abused, neglected, or abandoned by parents), U visas (for crime victims), T visas (for trafficking survivors), and VAWA relief (for victims of family violence by a parent with legal status).
They help clients understand their rights, prepare applications, and refer to other free or low-cost attorneys when needed.
Please note that The Advocates for Human Rights does not have a physical office in North Dakota but provides services remotely.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The Advocates for Human Rights offers free immigration legal help for youth under 18 in Minnesota, North Dakota, and South Dakota who arrive without parents and their eligible sponsors.
Services include deportation defense (help in immigration court), asylum (for those fleeing danger), Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (for minors abused, neglected, or abandoned by parents), U visas (for crime victims), T visas (for trafficking survivors), and VAWA relief (for victims of family violence by a parent with legal status).
They help clients understand their rights, prepare applications, and refer to other free or low-cost attorneys when needed.
Please note that Advocates for Human Rights does not have a physical office in South Dakota but provides services remotely.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The Law Office of Miguel Mexicano is a legal services organization that provides immigration legal assistance throughout Southern California.
Their legal team assists with Special Immigrant Juvenile Status, TVPRA asylum, T Visas for trafficking survivors, U Visas for victims of crimes, adjustment of status, naturalization, family petitions, and other forms of relief.
They also provide defense against deportation before immigration courts.
They accept cases for unaccompanied minors of any age for a charge, and they offer payment plans and sliding-scale fees for those cases.
Their offices are located in: Los Angeles and Pomona
Counties Covered: Los Angeles, San Bernardino, Riverside, Orange, Ventura, and Kern.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services ](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/10912):
Bread for the City helps immigrants in Washington, D.C. with free legal support.
Their lawyers assist with citizenship, green cards, work permits, DACA renewals, asylum, and protection for survivors of violence or trafficking.
Along with legal help, Bread for the City also provides food, healthcare, and social services to support immigrant families and build stronger, more stable lives in the community.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services ](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/10913):
Bread for the City helps immigrants in Washington, D.C. with free legal support.
Their lawyers assist with citizenship, green cards, work permits, DACA renewals, asylum, and protection for survivors of violence or trafficking.
Along with legal help, Bread for the City also provides food, healthcare, and social services to support immigrant families and build stronger, more stable lives in the community.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The program assists clients with completing and filing applications for family petitions, permanent residency (green cards), naturalization, and other immigration-related services.
Accredited representatives provide support to individuals who cannot afford private legal assistance, ensuring that all filings are accurately submitted to U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.
Services are available to immigrants of all religions and backgrounds.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
St. Mary’s Immigration Program (SMIP) is a ministry of Saint Mary’s Cathedral and offers free legal services to immigrants in Grand Island and Lexington.
The program assists clients with completing and filing applications for family petitions, permanent residency (green cards), naturalization, and other immigration-related services.
Accredited representatives provide support to individuals who cannot afford private legal assistance, ensuring that all filings are accurately submitted to U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.
Services are available to immigrants of all religions and backgrounds.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/10917):
Southern Minnesota Regional Legal Services (SMRLS) offers free legal help to immigrants and refugees, including assistance with asylum, citizenship, TPS, family petitions, and protection for survivors of trafficking or violence.
The Immigration Law Project also helps unaccompanied children and individuals seeking lawful permanent residence.
Beyond immigration, SMRLS provides legal services in family law, housing, education, and public benefits, focusing on protecting safety, shelter, and economic stability.
Services are free for eligible low-income clients across southern Minnesota.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Services and Rapid Response Hotline](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/10922):
UFW Foundation provides free or low-cost immigration legal services including direct representation in deportation defense for unaccompanied children, U Visas and T Visas for survivors of crimes and trafficking, family-based petitions, DACA renewals, and naturalization assistance.
The Foundation also provides community legal education and rapid-response support during immigration enforcement actions.
Services are available in English, Spanish, Mixteco, and Mandarin.
Counties served: Ventura, Santa Barbara, Kern, Tulare, Kings, Fresno and Madera.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Services and Rapid Response Hotline](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/10923):
UFW Foundation provides free or low-cost immigration legal services including direct representation in deportation defense for unaccompanied children, U Visas and T Visas for survivors of crimes and trafficking, family-based petitions, DACA renewals, and naturalization assistance.
The Foundation also provides community legal education and rapid-response support during immigration enforcement actions.
Services are available in English, Spanish, Mixteco, and Mandarin.
Counties served: Ventura, Santa Barbara, Kern, Tulare, Kings, Fresno and Madera.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services ](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/10924):
Catholic Charities Community Services provides immigration legal assistance and social support services at its Bronx office.
The program offers free and low-cost immigration legal help, including assistance with naturalization, family-based petitions, adjustment of status, DACA, Temporary Protected Status (TPS), and humanitarian relief such as VAWA and U/T visas.
Services are provided by Department of Justice–accredited representatives and immigration attorneys through the Archdiocesan Immigration Program.
In addition to immigration legal assistance, the Bronx office offers food distribution, case management, and resource navigation for individuals and families facing economic hardship.
All services are confidential and available regardless of religion or immigration status.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Services and Rapid Response Hotline](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/10925):
UFW Foundation provides free or low-cost immigration legal services including direct representation in deportation defense for unaccompanied children, U Visas and T Visas for survivors of crimes and trafficking, family-based petitions, DACA renewals, and naturalization assistance.
The Foundation also provides community legal education and rapid-response support during immigration enforcement actions.
Services are available in English, Spanish, Mixteco, and Mandarin.
Counties served: Ventura, Santa Barbara, Kern, Tulare, Kings, Fresno and Madera.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services ](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/10926):
Catholic Charities of Staten Island provides a wide range of social and immigration services to individuals and families in the Staten Island community.
Through the Archdiocesan Immigration Program, clients can access free and low-cost immigration legal assistance, including help with naturalization, family-based petitions, adjustment of status, DACA, Temporary Protected Status (TPS), and humanitarian relief such as VAWA and U/T visas.
In addition to immigration support, the Staten Island office offers food assistance, case management, behavioral health services, and community programs for youth and adults.
All services are confidential and open to residents regardless of religion or immigration status.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The Immigration Project provides free and low-cost legal immigration services to individuals and families in Illinois.
Services include assistance with family-based petitions, citizenship applications, U visas, T visas, Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) petitions, asylum applications, and green card renewals.
The organization also offers Know Your Rights education and legal representation before immigration agencies and courts.
Consultations are available by appointment only.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The Immigration Project provides free and low-cost legal immigration services to individuals and families in Illinois.
Services include assistance with family-based petitions, citizenship applications, U visas, T visas, Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) petitions, asylum applications, and green card renewals.
The organization also offers Know Your Rights education and legal representation before immigration agencies and courts.
Consultations are available by appointment only.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Community Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/10929):
The Spanish Community Center in Joliet, IL, offers various services beneficial to immigrant families and their sponsors. Their DOJ-accredited immigration services include assistance with VAWA, U visas, adjustment of status, and naturalization.
The Immigrant Family Resource Program helps with applications for Medicaid, SNAP, TANF, WIC, and provides translation services. The Early Care & Education program offers bilingual childcare for children aged 2–5 from low-income families.
The Family Advocacy Center supports families in preserving or reunifying with their children through counseling and referrals.
The Food Pantry provides free groceries every Tuesday without requiring ID or proof of income.
Housing Advocacy assists families in securing safe housing to prevent child placement in care.
All services are available in English and Spanish.
Note that if you are requesting legal services you will need to visit the Joliet, IL location
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/10930):
Catholic Charities Diocese of Allentown (CCDA) provides immigration legal services, including assistance with family-based petitions, legal status adjustments, and citizenship applications.
CCDA offers consultations and application support to help clients navigate immigration processes.
Immigration services are coordinated across the agency and may be accessed through any CCDA location.
CCDA also offers additional programs that vary by location, including basic-needs assistance, pregnancy and parenting support, financial and housing stability services, food pantries and community meals, counseling, veteran family support, ombudsman services, and senior programming.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/10931):
Catholic Charities Diocese of Allentown (CCDA) provides immigration legal services for eligible individuals and families, including assistance with family-based petitions, legal status adjustments, and citizenship applications.
CCDA offers consultations and application support to help clients navigate immigration processes. Immigration services are coordinated across the agency and may be accessed through any CCDA location.
CCDA also offers additional programs that vary by location, including basic-needs assistance, pregnancy and parenting support, financial and housing stability services, food pantries and community meals, counseling, veteran family support, ombudsman services, and senior programming.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
First Grace Community Alliance is a New Orleans-based nonprofit that works with people experiencing housing insecurity and immigration challenges, especially women, children, and immigrant families.
One of its programs, Project Ishmael, provides pro bono immigration legal services to children: representation, education, and coordination with volunteer attorneys to support children and their families facing separation, harassment, deportation or incarceration due to immigration status.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Community Legal Services in East Palo Alto (CLSEPA) is a nonprofit s organization that provides free and low-cost legal help to low-income residents in San Mateo County and Santa Clara County, California.
They provide legal services for deportation defense, asylum representation, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS), U Visas, T Visas, VAWA petitions, family-based immigration, and applications for legal permanent residence and citizenship. Some services may also include representation for detained individuals.
Legal help is available at no or low cost depending on income, and clients must contact CLSEPA to request assistance.
CLSEPA also provides community outreach, legal education, Know Your Rights workshops, and referrals to other service providers when needed.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Community Legal Services in East Palo Alto (CLSEPA) is a nonprofit s organization that provides free and low-cost legal help to low-income residents in San Mateo County and Santa Clara County, California.
They provide legal services for deportation defense, asylum representation, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS), U Visas, T Visas, VAWA petitions, family-based immigration, and applications for legal permanent residence and citizenship. Some services may also include representation for detained individuals.
Legal help is available at no or low cost depending on income, and clients must contact CLSEPA to request assistance.
CLSEPA also provides community outreach, legal education, Know Your Rights workshops, and referrals to other service providers when needed.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Asistencia Legal y Otros Servicios de Apoyo](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/10938):
Latin Advocacy Network (LATINAN) es una organización de servicios legales que ofrece apoyo migratorio a bajo costo para personas inmigrantes de bajos recursos en el centro y norte de California.
Sus servicios incluyen ayuda con el ajuste de estatus, solicitudes de asilo, renovaciones de DACA, peticiones familiares, U Visas para víctimas de delitos graves, T Visas para sobrevivientes de trata, procesos de naturalización y diferentes tipos de exenciones y trámites consulares.
Las citas son necesarias y los costos varían según los ingresos de cada persona.
LATINAN también brinda apoyo no legal, como traducción de documentos, referencias legales y ayuda para prepararse para citas con USCIS.
Ofrecen talleres comunitarios, educación sobre derechos y actividades de alcance para conectar a las familias con otros recursos.
Oficinas localizadas en: Salinas, Hollister, y Gilroy.
Condados atendidos: Monterey, San Benito, y Santa Clara.
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- [Asistencia Legal y Otros Servicios de Apoyo](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/10939):
Latin Advocacy Network (LATINAN) es una organización de servicios legales que ofrece apoyo migratorio a bajo costo para personas inmigrantes de bajos recursos en el centro y norte de California.
Sus servicios incluyen ayuda con el ajuste de estatus, solicitudes de asilo, renovaciones de DACA, peticiones familiares, U Visas para víctimas de delitos graves, T Visas para sobrevivientes de trata, procesos de naturalización y diferentes tipos de exenciones y trámites consulares.
Las citas son necesarias y los costos varían según los ingresos de cada persona.
LATINAN también brinda apoyo no legal, como traducción de documentos, referencias legales y ayuda para prepararse para citas con USCIS.
Ofrecen talleres comunitarios, educación sobre derechos y actividades de alcance para conectar a las familias con otros recursos.
Condados atendidos: Monterey, San Benito, y Santa Clara.
La informaciónincluidaaquí es actual y precisasegúnnuestromejorconocimiento. Comuníquese con ImportaMivía e-mail eninfo.importami@rescue.orgsitienealgunapregunta o corrección.
The D.C. Bar Pro Bono Center runs a free quarterly clinic offering brief legal advice and referrals for U.S. immigration issues.
Volunteer attorneys and interpreters help people understand their options and guide them to other legal or social service providers if needed.
All services are free, and visitors should bring documents related to their case. If advice isn’t enough, clients are referred to appropriate assistance.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Community Support Services ](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/10956):
Episcopal Farmworker Ministry in Dunn, NC supports farmworkers and immigrant families with services like food assistance, emergency aid, interpretation, and accompaniment.
While they do not provide immigration legal services directly, they offer referrals for immigration, healthcare, and mental health needs.
Their community education and advocacy work may be helpful for sponsors navigating complex systems.
Services are available in Spanish and English.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Greater Boston Legal Services (GBLS) gives free legal help to low-income people in Boston and 31 nearby towns.
They help with civil (non-criminal) issues like immigration, housing, jobs, family law, and disability rights.
GBLS mainly supports people living in poverty, elders, people with disabilities, and immigrants.
You must have a low income to qualify.
Languages: Spanish, Portuguese, Haitian Creole, French, and other languages through interpretation services.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Services and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/11013):
Erie Neighborhood House ofrece servicios comunitarios que incluyen educación para la primera infancia, programas después de la escuela, clases de inglés como segundo idioma (ESL), capacitación laboral, asistencia con ciudadanía e inmigración, y programas de apoyo familiar.
Los servicios incluyen mentoría juvenil, tutoría y programas que apoyan la salud y el bienestar.
También cuenta con un equipo de abogados y representantes acreditados que ayudan con asilo, defensa contra la deportación, solicitudes de residencia permanente (green card), peticiones familiares y Estatus Especial de Inmigrante Juvenil (SIJS).
Además, apoyan casos de visas U, VAWA y visas T cuando es elegible. Atienden en el condado de Cook
Counties served: Cook
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Services and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/11014):
Erie Neighborhood House ofrece servicios comunitarios que incluyen educación para la primera infancia, programas después de la escuela, clases de inglés como segundo idioma (ESL), capacitación laboral, asistencia con ciudadanía e inmigración, y programas de apoyo familiar.
Los servicios incluyen mentoría juvenil, tutoría y programas que apoyan la salud y el bienestar.
También cuenta con un equipo de abogados y representantes acreditados que ayudan con asilo, defensa contra la deportación, solicitudes de residencia permanente (green card), peticiones familiares y Estatus Especial de Inmigrante Juvenil (SIJS).
Además, apoyan casos de visas U, VAWA y visas T cuando es elegible. Atienden en el condado de Cook
Counties served: Cook
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Services and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/11015):
Erie Neighborhood House ofrece servicios comunitarios que incluyen educación para la primera infancia, programas después de la escuela, clases de inglés como segundo idioma (ESL), capacitación laboral, asistencia con ciudadanía e inmigración, y programas de apoyo familiar.
Los servicios incluyen mentoría juvenil, tutoría y programas que apoyan la salud y el bienestar.
También cuenta con un equipo de abogados y representantes acreditados que ayudan con asilo, defensa contra la deportación, solicitudes de residencia permanente (green card), peticiones familiares y Estatus Especial de Inmigrante Juvenil (SIJS).
Además, apoyan casos de visas U, VAWA y visas T cuando es elegible. Atienden en el condado de Cook
Counties served: Cook
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Community Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/11016):
Spread Love Brooklyn organizes community giving events where people can donate clothing, toys, school supplies, and other items for neighbors in need.
Seasonal clothing drives, warm-wear collections, a back-to-school supply drive, and a toy drive for children ages 5–13.
Some events include volunteer activities such as crafting ornaments or writing cards for seniors or to accompany donated toys.
The organization encourages community members of all ages to participate by contributing items or joining short volunteer gatherings.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Amigos Immigration offers immigration legal services for people in the United States seeking protection or legal status.
Services include asylum, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS) for children, U visas for victims of certain crimes, VAWA protections for survivors of abuse, DACA renewals and advance parole, Temporary Protected Status (TPS), naturalization, adjustment of status, waivers, family petitions, and consular processing.
Amigos Immigration works with immigrants and families from many countries and serves clients in California.
Appointments are required to meet with the attorney. Services are available in English, Spanish, and Portuguese.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Amigos Immigration, PC offers immigration legal services for people in the United States seeking protection or legal status.
Services include asylum, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS) for children, U visas for victims of certain crimes, VAWA protections for survivors of abuse, DACA renewals and advance parole, Temporary Protected Status (TPS), naturalization, adjustment of status, waivers, family petitions, and consular processing.
They work with immigrants and families from many countries and serves clients in California.
Appointments are required to meet with the attorney. Services are available in English, Spanish, and Portuguese.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Community Support Services ](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/11020):
Asian Americans for Equality provides community services for low-income tenants, immigrants, older adults, and youth.
Housing Counseling & Organizing includes eviction prevention planning, help applying for government rental assistance (including CityFHEPS and SCRIE/DRIE), assistance with NYC affordable housing lotteries and NYCHA applications, tenant organizing support, and know-your-rights workshops.
Immigration Services include naturalization application assistance and follow-up, English and civics classes, mock interviews, fee waiver help, and consultations for disability-related exceptions.
Health Access & Social Services helps with Medicaid/Medicare, health insurance enrollment, SNAP, SSI, HEAP, and Reduced Fare MetroCard applications.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Community Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/11021):
Asian Americans for Equality provides community services for low-income tenants, immigrants, older adults, and youth.
Housing Counseling & Organizing includes eviction prevention planning, help applying for government rental assistance (including CityFHEPS and SCRIE/DRIE), assistance with NYC affordable housing lotteries and NYCHA applications, tenant organizing support, and know-your-rights workshops.
Immigration Services include naturalization application assistance and follow-up, English and civics classes, mock interviews, fee waiver help, and consultations for disability-related exceptions.
Health Access & Social Services helps with Medicaid/Medicare, health insurance enrollment, SNAP, SSI, HEAP, and Reduced Fare MetroCard applications.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Community Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/11022):
Asian Americans for Equality provides community services for low-income tenants, immigrants, older adults, and youth.
Housing Counseling & Organizing includes eviction prevention planning, help applying for government rental assistance (including CityFHEPS and SCRIE/DRIE), assistance with NYC affordable housing lotteries and NYCHA applications, tenant organizing support, and know-your-rights workshops.
Immigration Services include naturalization application assistance and follow-up, English and civics classes, mock interviews, fee waiver help, and consultations for disability-related exceptions.
Health Access & Social Services helps with Medicaid/Medicare, health insurance enrollment, SNAP, SSI, HEAP, and Reduced Fare MetroCard applications.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Community Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/11023):
Asian Americans for Equality provides community services for low-income tenants, immigrants, older adults, and youth.
Housing Counseling & Organizing includes eviction prevention planning, help applying for government rental assistance (including CityFHEPS and SCRIE/DRIE), assistance with NYC affordable housing lotteries and NYCHA applications, tenant organizing support, and know-your-rights workshops.
Immigration Services include naturalization application assistance and follow-up, English and civics classes, mock interviews, fee waiver help, and consultations for disability-related exceptions.
Health Access & Social Services helps with Medicaid/Medicare, health insurance enrollment, SNAP, SSI, HEAP, and Reduced Fare MetroCard applications.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights of the San Francisco Bay Area offers civil rights legal work through impact litigation and direct legal services for low-income, immigrant, and historically vulnerable communities.
The organization supports a large network of pro bono attorneys and legal fellows and works in areas that include immigrant justice, rapid response in the immigration space, and community-based legal assistance such as walk-in clinics.
Services focus on protecting civil liberties and addressing discrimination through legal advocacy and court-based work.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Jubilee Immigration Advocates offers immigration legal services to vulnerable immigrants living in the San Francisco Bay Area.
Attorneys and advocates provide consultations and legal representation, with most services offered for free and some available at below market-rate fees based on income and case complexity.
Services include humanitarian relief for survivors of abuse and violence, U Visa and VAWA cases, asylum, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS), family-based immigration, and deportation defense.
Jubilee also offers consultations by phone or video and provides services in multiple languages.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/11027):
Asian Pacific Islander Legal Outreach offers culturally competent and linguistically appropriate legal services, social services, and advocacy for Bay Area communities.
The organization provides a wide range of immigration legal services, including naturalization, asylum, DACA renewals, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status, VAWA self-petitions, T visas, U visas, adjustment of status, and removal defense.
Services include legal representation, free consultations, fee waiver assistance, form support, and multilingual immigration clinics and workshops on topics such as public charge and citizenship.
API Legal Outreach also supports survivors of domestic violence, human trafficking, and other crimes, and offers housing-related legal assistance, senior law, disability rights, and youth-focused education and advocacy.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Asian Pacific Islander Legal Outreach offers culturally competent and linguistically appropriate legal services, social services, and advocacy for Bay Area communities.
The organization provides a wide range of immigration legal services, including naturalization, asylum, DACA renewals, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status, VAWA self-petitions, T visas, U visas, adjustment of status, and removal defense.
Services include legal representation, free consultations, fee waiver assistance, form support, and multilingual immigration clinics and workshops on topics such as public charge and citizenship.
API Legal Outreach also supports survivors of domestic violence, human trafficking, and other crimes, and offers housing-related legal assistance, senior law, disability rights, and youth-focused education and advocacy.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The Family & Children's Law Center offers affordable legal representation and assistance for people with cases in Marin County courts.
They help with family law matters such as divorce, legal separation, child custody and visitation, child and spousal support, guardianship, step-parent adoption, and domestic violence restraining orders.
The Law Center also provides legal assistance with Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS), including help with required state court custody or guardianship orders so eligible youth can apply for immigration status.
Services are provided on an income-based sliding scale.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The Community Law Office offers legal representation in immigration and criminal defense cases, with a focus on situations where criminal and immigration law intersect.
They represent immigrants facing criminal charges and people with criminal histories who are in deportation proceedings.
Services include defense in immigration court and criminal court, as well as consultations for individuals seeking legal guidance in these matters.
The Community Law Office works directly with clients to provide advocacy and defense related to their specific cases.
Services are available in English and Spanish.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Legal Aid of Sonoma County offers free civil legal services to low-income and vulnerable residents of Sonoma County.
The provider helps with issues such as housing stability and eviction prevention, domestic violence protection orders, child and elder abuse, disaster recovery, employment and health-related legal barriers, veterans’ benefits, small business recovery, and medical-legal needs.
Services include legal advice, help preparing legal documents, negotiation, and in-court representation.
Services are available in English and Spanish.
Legal Aid serves immigrants, children, youth, seniors, people with disabilities, veterans, and other residents facing legal crises.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Community Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/11033):
Higher Education Student Assistance Authority offers the New Jersey Alternative Financial Aid Application for NJ Dreamer students who are not eligible for federal FAFSA aid.
This application helps eligible New Jersey residents apply for state grants and scholarships to support college attendance.
Students must have attended a New Jersey high school for at least three years, graduated or earned an equivalent diploma in New Jersey, and be able to file an affidavit about legalizing their immigration status.
The application is completed online through the New Jersey Financial Aid Management System (NJFAMS).
Information shared is confidential and used only to determine eligibility for New Jersey state financial aid.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Mayor's Office of Immigrant Affairs (MOIA) programs provide free, city-funded support that helps New York City residents understand immigration policy, find trusted legal providers, and access urgent assistance when facing detention or deportation.
The Immigration Legal Support Hotline offers information and guidance but does not schedule appointments or provide legal services directly.
The Haitian Response Initiative provides culturally responsive case management, social services, and immigration legal assistance for newly arrived Haitian nationals.
The Rapid Response Legal Collaborative offers fast-response legal help for residents who are detained or at imminent risk of detention or removal.
Service availability may vary due to demand.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The Worker Justice Center of New York provides free legal assistance to agricultural and other low-wage workers through affirmative litigation, direct immigration legal assistance, and survivor support services.
Attorneys and case managers help with legal needs related to workplace abuses, deportation defense, legal status, employment authorization, and family unification.
The organization also provides trainings on workplace health and safety, labor protections, and immigrant rights, and conducts anti-human-trafficking investigations and victim-centered training for service providers and law enforcement.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The Worker Justice Center of New York provides free legal assistance to agricultural and other low-wage workers through affirmative litigation, direct immigration legal assistance, and survivor support services.
Attorneys and case managers help with legal needs related to workplace abuses, deportation defense, legal status, employment authorization, and family unification.
The organization also provides trainings on workplace health and safety, labor protections, and immigrant rights, and conducts anti-human-trafficking investigations and victim-centered training for service providers and law enforcement.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The Worker Justice Center of New York provides free legal assistance to agricultural and other low-wage workers through affirmative litigation, direct immigration legal assistance, and survivor support services.
Attorneys and case managers help with legal needs related to workplace abuses, deportation defense, legal status, employment authorization, and family unification.
The organization also provides trainings on workplace health and safety, labor protections, and immigrant rights, and conducts anti-human-trafficking investigations and victim-centered training for service providers and law enforcement.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The New York State New Americans Hotline helps people find immigration legal help and other resources.
Call to get answers to immigration and naturalization questions, receive referrals to free legal help and immigrant services and programs, and report fraud or scams targeting immigrant communities.
The hotline is available Monday through Friday, from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. (ET), except on federal holidays.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Information Services and Community Support](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/11039):
Woori Center offers community services and organizing support for immigrant communities, especially Korean and Asian American residents in Pennsylvania.
Services include help applying for public benefits, free English as a Second Language (ESL) classes, language interpretation, and naturalization assistance such as in-language help with N-400 applications, citizenship clinics, and immigration lawyer referrals.
Woori Center also offers free, limited immigration legal consultations through partner attorneys.
In addition, Woori Center is an affiliate of NAKASEC and helps connect community members to rapid response support through the confidential 24/7 NAKASEC Immigration Hotline in English and Korean for people seeking legal advice, encountering ICE, or with a detained loved one.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
MAS Immigration Justice Center (MASIJC) in Charlotte, NC offers low-cost immigration legal services, including help with asylum, adjustment of status, family visa petitions, consular processing, domestic violence representation, and naturalization.
They offer virtual consultations with a DOJ-accredited representative or immigration attorney for $125.
Consultations are held over a secure video platform.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/11041):
Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Raleigh provides low-cost legal help with immigration.
Services include help with family petitions, work permits, DACA renewals, citizenship, VAWA, U-visas, and Temporary Protected Status (TPS). Staff are trained and approved by the U.S. Department of Justice.
They don’t handle asylum or refugee cases but offer referrals to other organizations.
They also run community education workshops about immigration. Youth and families, especially from immigrant backgrounds, can get legal support to stay together and find stability in the U.S.
Services are open to people in Eastern North Carolina.
Additional information: Fee for initial intake $50; Offer food pantries.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services ](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/11042):
Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Raleigh provides low-cost legal help with immigration.
Services include help with family petitions, work permits, DACA renewals, citizenship, VAWA, U-visas, and Temporary Protected Status (TPS). Staff are trained and approved by the U.S. Department of Justice.
They don’t handle asylum or refugee cases but offer referrals to other organizations.
They also run community education workshops about immigration. Youth and families, especially from immigrant backgrounds, can get legal support to stay together and find stability in the U.S.
Services are open to people in Eastern North Carolina.
Additional information: Fee for initial intake $50; Offer food pantries
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Ascentria Care Alliance offers humanitarian-based immigration legal services to individuals across New England, including unaccompanied minors who have faced abuse, abandonment, or neglect.
Their services include deportation defense, asylum applications, T-visas, U-visas, VAWA petitions, and Special Immigrant Juvenile (SIJ) status assistance.
As a faith-based organization, Ascentria is committed to supporting immigrants and refugees through legal assistance and other services.
Language capacity: Spanish, Portuguese, Arabic, and Somali.
States served: Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Vermont.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Ascentria Care Alliance offers humanitarian-based immigration legal services to individuals across New England, including unaccompanied minors who have faced abuse, abandonment, or neglect.
Their services include deportation defense, asylum applications, T-visas, U-visas, VAWA petitions, and Special Immigrant Juvenile (SIJ) status assistance.
As a faith-based organization, Ascentria is committed to supporting immigrants and refugees through legal assistance and other services.
Language capacity: Spanish, Portuguese, Arabic, and Somali.
States served: Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Vermont.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Community Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/11081):
Arkansas United offers community-based support, advocacy, and legal-related resources for immigrant families in Arkansas.
Arkansas United provides legal resources for individuals who have been detained and operates a hotline where community members can report ICE activity and request information.
Through its AUNow digital platform, the organization shares centralized resources related to legal services, health services, labor and workforce support, basic needs, school-related resources for immigrants, and referrals to other organizations.
Arkansas United focuses on coordination, advocacy, information-sharing, and referrals rather than acting as a full direct legal representation provider.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The Tuscon Community Rapid Response provides a 24 hour hotline to immigrants facing arrest by local law enforcement or federal immigration agents.
Upon receiving a call,they dispatch “community observers” to the arrest location to bear witness to the interaction between law enforcement and the detained person.
The phone number is for the hotline: (520) 221-4077.
Following the arrest, and or detention, of an individual their “accompaniment volunteers” offer support to families throughout the detention process.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The Virginia Immigration Rapid Response Hotline can connect people to urgent legal resources and assistance during ICE encounters.
The hotline is available seven days a week, from 5:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.
(855) 298-3271
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Community Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/11084):
Pleasant Ridge Immigrant Solidarity Alliance (PRISA) offers a monthly community space where immigrants and citizens learn together about immigration-related issues and local responses.
The group invites local immigration experts to speak, hosts discussions, and supports neighbors in building connections across languages and backgrounds.
PRISA also organizes activities such as a Passport Workshop (Taller de Pasaportes) and maintains bilingual resource lists about ICE encounters, knowing your rights, family preparedness, and ways to support people impacted by detention or deportation.
Meetings include a shared meal, childcare, and English–Spanish interpretation. Participation is open to people from Pleasant Ridge and across Cincinnati.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Community Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/11085):
The Migrant Solidarity Mutual Aid Network (MSMAN) in the DMV area offers accompaniment and support services to recently arrived migrants, especially asylum seekers.
The accompaniment program, run through a partner initiative called Migrando Con el Apoyo del Pueblo (connected to Justice for Migrant Families), provides support for migrants who need help navigating everyday systems impacted by immigration enforcement.
Volunteers accompany migrants to DMV appointments, immigration court hearings, ICE check-ins, school enrollment, doctor or consulate visits, and other important meetings. They also assist with things like grocery shopping, library visits, and completing legal forms.
The goal is to offer moral support, interpretation if needed, and help understanding unfamiliar systems.
The network also provides mutual aid like food, clothing, and emergency housing referrals, and helps migrants arriving by bus in DC by offering basic supplies, transportation assistance, and connections to legal and medical clinics.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Servicios de Apoyo Comunitario](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/11086):
Washtenaw Interfaith Coalition for Immigrant Rights (WICIR) ofrece respuesta urgente y apoyo comunitario para inmigrantes y personas indocumentadas que enfrentan emergencias relacionadas con inmigración en el condado de Washtenaw.
WICIR opera una línea telefónica de emergencia (734)-355-2707 donde voluntarios capacitados brindan apoyo de seguridad, defensa y orientación hacia recursos legales, financieros y laborales para las personas afectadas por la aplicación de leyes migratorias y sus familias.
La organización documenta incidentes, observa la actividad de control migratorio y alerta a la comunidad cuando se reporta actividad.
WICIR también ofrece información y materiales de “conozca sus derechos”, incluyendo orientación para localizar a miembros detenidos de la comunidad, pagar una fianza migratoria, presentarse ante una oficina de inmigración y otros temas relacionados con inmigración.
El apoyo adicional puede incluir acompañamiento a la corte, apoyo en registros migratorios, referencias para apoyo legal, asistencia financiera limitada cuando hay fondos disponibles, apoyo emocional y conexiones a servicios sociales.
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Alameda County Immigration Legal Education Partnership Rapid Response (ACILEP) will provide services to immigrants and families with ties in Alameda County.
ACILEP provides rapid response, legal services, and community education to ensure that undocumented individuals and their families have access to justice, dignity, and the resources they need to thrive.
Hotline: (510) 241-4011
Hours of operation: 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM.
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- [Línea de Respuesta Rápida](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/11089):
Marin Rapid Response Network ofrece una línea directa ((415) 991-45450) disponible las 24 horas para personas en el condado de Marin que enfrentan o presencian acciones de control migratorio, incluidas redadas de ICE.
La red responde a los reportes enviando observadores legales capacitados al lugar y compartiendo referencias a recursos confiables para las personas y familias afectadas.
La línea directa también brinda orientación sobre cómo conocer y ejercer sus derechos durante encuentros con agentes de inmigración, incluido el derecho a guardar silencio y solicitar un abogado.
El servicio se enfoca en una respuesta comunitaria rápida y en la documentación de acciones de control migratorio, no en la representación legal continua.
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The San Francisco Rapid Response Network is a collaboration between SFILEN and SFILDC. The three parts of the San Francisco Rapid Response Network are:
1. 24-hour Hotline: Call 415-200-1548. Language capacity in Spanish, Arabic, and Chinese (both Cantonese and Mandarin).
2. Raid Verification
3. Attorney Activation: If an individual is detained after an ICE raid or ICE Activity, they will activate their attorneys to go down to 630 Sansome (immigration processing center) to file for representation of the individual. They will also work to secure long-term representation if the person needs it.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [ Línea de Respuesta Rápida](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/11093):
San Mateo County Rapid Response Network ofrece información y apoyo de emergencia relacionados con inmigración para residentes del Condado de San Mateo.
El programa comparte una Línea de Respuesta Rápida disponible 24/7 (203-666-4472 / 203-NO-MIGRA) para reportar actividad de ICE.
Proporciona herramientas descargables para ayudar a prepararse y responder a acciones de control migratorio, incluidos materiales de Conozca Sus Derechos, planes de preparación y hojas informativas para distintas situaciones.
También dirige a organizaciones legales sin fines de lucro y recursos para localizar personas detenidas por ICE.
Hay información y materiales en varios idiomas.
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The Rapid Response Network in Santa Clara County (SCRRN) is a coalition of 10 nonprofit organizations and 1 directly impacted community group working together to provide deportation defense and community support.
SCRRN provides direct services to community members impacted by immigration enforcement.
SCRRN also provides outreach and Know Your Rights education throughout the community.
Anyone can call the 24/7 HOTLINE (408) 290-1144 to report ICE activity in Santa Clara county and receive help in real time!
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- [Línea de Respuesta Rápida](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/11096):
Valley Watch Rapid Response Network ofrece apoyo comunitario e información para inmigrantes y comunidades marginadas en el Valle Central de California.
La organización opera una línea de respuesta rápida (559-206-0151) para reportar actividad de ICE o la Patrulla Fronteriza y conectar a las personas con apoyo inmediato.
Comparte materiales de Conozca Sus Derechos, orientación sobre cómo reportar acciones de control migratorio y enlaces a información legal y recursos pro bono.
Valley Watch Network también brinda herramientas de apoyo comunitario, incluidos entrenamientos para voluntarios, orientación para observación legal y formas en que congregaciones y grupos comunitarios pueden apoyar a familias que enfrentan detención, deportación u otros daños.
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Monterey Rapid Response Network offers no-cost rapid response support and community education for immigrant families in Monterey.
The program operates a hotline to report and verify Immigration and Customs Enforcement activity, provides community verification and legal observation, and shares accurate information during enforcement incidents.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Línea de Respuesta Rápida ](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/11098):
North Bay Rapid Response Network ofrece una línea directa disponible las 24 horas para inmigrantes y miembros de la comunidad que presencian o enfrentan actividades de control migratorio en los condados de Sonoma, Napa y Solano.
También brinda acompañamiento y apoyo posterior a personas y familias impactadas después de una redada, incluyendo presencia y ayuda para conectarse con necesidades básicas.
La red organiza talleres de conozca-sus-derechos en español o bilingües para ayudar a los inmigrantes a saber qué hacer durante encuentros con las autoridades migratorias.
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Santa Cruz Rapid Response offers a 24/7 hotline for people to report ICE activity or presence in Santa Cruz County and to receive referrals to services.
The hotline is available at all times and can be used by community members who witness immigration enforcement or need help connecting to support.
The network focuses on documenting and responding to ICE activity and sharing updates about enforcement presence through community channels.
Services are available in English and Spanish.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The Orange County Rapid Response Network is an interconnected system of non-profit and grassroots organizations, civil rights attorneys, law school clinics, and individuals working together to respond to dehumanizing immigration enforcement activities and policies in Orange County by:
Documenting and disseminating information to the public about immigration raids and immigration enforcement actions
Organization and leading communication education events, training for activists & organizers, and outreach to public officials
Supporting and enforcing local policies that advance and defend the rights of immigrants
Connecting affected people with attorneys that embrace a participatory defense model of deportation defense
Connect affected people and families with resources
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
San Benito County Solidarity Network offers a 24-hour emergency hotline for individuals and families in San Benito County who are impacted by immigration enforcement or who witness ICE activity.
The hotline (831) 204-8082 is used to report ICE presence and to receive immediate guidance and referrals to services.
The network engages trained community observers during immigration enforcement actions and connects affected families to legal resources and consultations with immigration attorneys.
It also shares know-your-rights information and community resources to help immigrants prepare for and respond to encounters with immigration authorities.
Services are available in English and Spanish.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
ÓRALE offers community-based support for immigrant communities, including a rapid response hotline (562) 245-9575 for reporting ICE activity and getting help for detained loved ones.
The organization shares know-your-rights information, provides referrals to legal resources, including the Long Beach Justice Fund, which helps pay for legal representation for people in deportation proceedings.
ÓRALE also connects community members to trainings and educational resources focused on understanding rights during encounters with immigration authorities.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Servicios de Apoyo Comunitario](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/11103):
NorCal Resist ofrece programas gratuitos dirigidos por voluntarios que apoyan a personas afectadas por la aplicación de leyes migratorias y otras necesidades urgentes de la comunidad en el norte de California.
La organización brinda asistencia con fianzas y bonos para personas detenidas por ICE o encarceladas por cargos relacionados con protestas o activismo, permitiéndoles regresar a casa mientras enfrentan sus casos.
NorCal Resist participa en una red de respuesta rápida a través de Migra Watch para documentar y responder a la actividad de ICE, ofrece talleres de conozca sus derechos sobre cómo interactuar con la policía y con ICE, y brinda acompañamiento a citas con ICE, audiencias en la corte y otras citas gubernamentales.
También realiza programas de ayuda mutua y apoyo comunitario, incluyendo distribución de alimentos y pañales, una granja comunitaria, reparaciones menores en el hogar, clínicas gratuitas de reparación de luces traseras, respuesta a desastres y apoyo a jornaleros para conectarlos con recursos locales.
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Colorado Rapid Response Network offers a statewide rapid response hotline for reporting Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) activity in Colorado and southern Wyoming.
Community members can call (844)-864-8341 to report raids, arrests, or ICE presence and receive immediate support.
The network works to confirm reported activity, document incidents, share Know Your Rights information and connect trained community responders such as legal observers and rapid response teams.
It also collects community reports to improve public awareness and accountability related to immigration enforcement and provides resources for community members who want to get involved or volunteer.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Línea de Respuesta Rápida](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/11105):
Portland Immigrant Rights Coalition (PIRC) administra una línea directa de respuesta rápida para apoyar a las personas inmigrantes en Portland y en todo el estado de Oregón.
PIRC ayuda a conectar a las personas con apoyo legal para detenciones, acompañamiento a citas de inmigración y recursos comunitarios.
Otros servicios incluyen talleres de 'conoce tus derechos', capacitación sobre interacciones con ICE y verificación de ICE.
Llama a la línea directa de respuesta rápida: (888)-622-1510.
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- [Rapid Response Hotline and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/11106):
Washington Immigrant Solidarity Network (WAISN) offers statewide support for immigrants and refugees in Washington, regardless of immigration status.
WAISN runs the only statewide deportation defense hotline (844.724.3737), which connects people to help during immigration enforcement and emergencies.
The network provides bond assistance through the Fair Fight Bond Fund so people can be released from immigration detention and continue their cases while reunited with family.
WAISN also offers accompaniment to immigration check-ins, court hearings, and other important appointments, and shares know-your-rights resources to help people understand and protect their rights during encounters with immigration authorities.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The Rapid Response Network of Kern (RRNK) offers rapid support for immigrants in Kern County who are impacted by immigration enforcement.
The network operates a hotline to report ICE activity and request immediate help, including in-person support during enforcement actions, accompaniment to ICE check-ins, grocery delivery, and referrals for legal help.
RRNK provides know-your-rights information and presentations to help community members understand what to do if ICE is at their door, workplace, or in public spaces.
RRNK also coordinates trained legal observers for protests and community events and connects people to immigration legal service providers for referrals and resources.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Rapid Response Hotline and Other Support Services ](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/11108):
805 UndocuFund offers support for undocumented individuals and families on California’s Central Coast, including Santa Barbara, Ventura, and San Luis Obispo Counties.
Through its Emergency Assistance Fund, the organization provides short-term financial relief to families impacted by immigration enforcement, including those in deportation proceedings or whose loved ones have been deported.
Through the 805 Rapid Response Network, trained volunteers respond to reports of ICE or Border Patrol activity by offering legal observation, know-your-rights information, referrals to immigration attorneys, and immediate assistance to affected people and families.
To report, call 805 Rapid Response Hotline or text "ALERT" to (805) 870-8855 to receive real-time updates and critical information.
Additionally, you can access the following information and resources by calling the hotline:
Referrals to trusted network of nonprofit, private and public Attorneys.
Over the phone assistance to register and receive text alerts.
Over the phone Know Your Rights information.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Community Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/11109):
Centro del Pueblo offers programs and resources for Indigenous, migrant, and Latinx communities, focusing on cultural, social, and legal empowerment.
Services include: “Helping Hand” Fund for medical emergencies, Sanctuary Garden and Bayside Park Farm for food sovereignty, Hermana Flor for immigrant women’s healing, youth empowerment initiatives like Seeds of Hope, legal rights education, and ICE-Watch/Migra-Watch for community rapid response.
CDP started the hotline (707) 200-8091 to empower community members to observe and provide vital information and support during potential immigration enforcement activates in Humboldt.
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The Boyle Heights Immigrant Rights Network is a coalition of school leaders, lawyers, faith groups and community organizations dedicated to educating, mobilizing and protecting immigrants.
On top of keeping residents informed and providing resources for the community, the network is working with the L.A. Rapid Response Network to report and verify ICE activity.
ICE activity can be reported to (323) 805-1049. ICE activity is also posted on BHIRN Instagram in real time.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Mendocino County Rapid Response Network offers a community-based rapid response hotline for people in Mendocino County who think they see ICE activity in their community.
Community members can call (707) 621-8220 to report sightings and help verify immigration enforcement presence.
The network is made up of volunteers who organize locally across the county and provide support, information, and resources related to immigration enforcement encounters, including “Know Your Rights” materials and family preparedness resources.
The hotline supports community defense efforts but does not provide legal advice or legal representation.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Rapid Response to ICE offers a community-based rapid response network in the Grand Rapids, Michigan area to support immigrants who face arrest, detention, or deportation by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).
People in Kent County can call 211 during business hours, or (616)-238-0081 after hours and on weekends, if ICE is at their home or workplace or if someone has just been arrested.
The network can send trained volunteers for direct action or mutual aid, help connect callers with a lawyer, assist with phone calls, provide temporary help with children or elders, offer rides or food, and connect people with social services.
The service focuses on community support and solidarity during ICE encounters.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/11114):
Alliance to Mobilize Our Resistance (AMOR) offers rapid response and community support for immigrants and others impacted by deportation, detention, and police brutality in Rhode Island.
AMOR operates a multilingual Defense Line (401-675-1414) where people can report immigration or police-related crises and connect with a case manager and community support network.
AMOR provides immigration case assistance, including checking case status, court dates, and work permits, help with address updates, and referrals to private attorneys.
The organization also offers support related to detention at the Wyatt Detention Center, help connecting to bail funds when available, transportation to court dates or ICE check-ins, health and benefits assistance, and community education sessions.
AMOR also supports with Driver's license assistance and Financial Literacy.
This provider does not focus on removal defense.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
ICE Out of East Tennessee (ICEOutETN) offers community-based support for individuals and families affected by ICE enforcement in East Tennessee.
The organization operates a hotline (865‑226‑9052) where community members can report ICE activity and receive guidance.
ICEOutETN shares educational resources, including “Know Your Rights” materials, and organizes volunteers to verify and respond to immigration enforcement sightings.
They focus on empowering local communities, coordinating grassroots actions, and building alternatives to ICE and police presence in the region.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Línea de Respuesta Rápida ](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/11116):
Monarca Rapid Response Line ofrece un sistema de apoyo comunitario no violento para personas que enfrentan acciones de inmigración en el área de Minneapolis–St. Paul.
La organización opera una línea directa (612-441-2881) donde los miembros de la comunidad pueden reportar actividad de ICE y recibir orientación.
Monarca se enfoca en empoderar a la comunidad para ejercer sus derechos constitucionales, coordinar acciones pacíficas y ofrecer orientación sobre cómo responder a encuentros con ICE.
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Twin Ports Rapid Response is an all-volunteer, community-led network supporting immigrants in the Duluth, MN, and Superior, WI, region.
The organization operates a hotline (218‑213‑5009) for reporting ICE activity and provides guidance for community members witnessing or experiencing immigration enforcement.
Twin Ports Rapid Response organizes volunteers to observe, document, and nonviolently respond to ICE actions, educate the public about constitutional rights, and share resources for legal support, mutual aid, and Know Your Rights (KYR) training.
They emphasize safety, solidarity, and empowerment for immigrants, while providing links to legal, advocacy, and community resources.
Twin Ports Rapid Response does not focus on removal defense.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Centre County Rapid Response Network offers community-based defense support for immigrant communities facing deportation threats in Centre County, Pennsylvania.
The network describes itself as a community defense project focused on protecting immigrants from enforcement actions.
Through its organizing and outreach, the group works to mobilize community members, share information, and coordinate responses when immigration enforcement activity occurs.
The organization operates a hotline (814) 264-4626 for reporting ICE activity, as well as posts ICE sightings in real time on their Instagram.
This organization does not focus on removal defense.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Freedom for Immigrants (FFI) is an immigrant-led nonprofit organization committed to ending immigration incarceration in the United States.
Based in California with national reach, FFI organizes alongside people directly impacted by immigration detention, their families, and communities to free people from detention and shut down detention centers.
The National Immigration Detention Hotline is a confidential service offered to people in US immigration detention at no cost to them.
The National Immigration Detention Hotline is the nation’s largest immigration detention hotline, connecting immigrants in detention to their family, emotional support, legal and medical referrals, documentation of abuse, bond fund referrals, and support for inside organizing efforts.
Available only to people who are currently in U.S. immigration detention.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Seattle Legal Defense Network is a free legal support program in Seattle, Washington.
It helps low-income immigrants and refugees who are facing immigration court or deportation by connecting them with legal representation.
Services include legal advice, referrals to attorneys, and full representation in immigration court through partner organizations.
To qualify, you must live, work, or go to school in Seattle and have a low household income (under 200% of the federal poverty level).
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Services include preventive and restorative dental care and specialty services such as pediatric dentistry, orthodontics, oral surgery, endodontics, and implant care.
In most cases, patients may save about 20–50% compared to private practices.
Language access may include bilingual students, with interpreter services available for languages not spoken by students or staff.
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Services include preventive and restorative dental care and specialty services such as pediatric dentistry, orthodontics, oral surgery, endodontics, and implant care.
In most cases, patients may save about 20–50% compared to private practices.
Language access may include bilingual students, with interpreter services available for languages not spoken by students or staff.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
NYU College of Dentistry offers affordable dental care to the public through its teaching clinics and faculty practices.
Dental services are provided by dental students under the supervision of licensed faculty, as well as by faculty dentists in certain clinics.
Services include general dentistry, pediatric dentistry, orthodontics, endodontics (root canals), periodontics (gum care), prosthodontics (crowns and dentures), oral and maxillofacial surgery, implant dentistry, emergency and urgent care, and specialized services for people with disabilities and complex orofacial pain.
Care is available for children, adolescents, and adults.
Fees are generally lower than private practices, and New York State Medicaid is accepted.
Multiple visits may be required.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Hostos Dental Hygiene Patient Care Facility offers free dental hygiene services to the community through a teaching clinic at Hostos Community College.
Services include dental cleanings, oral exams, X-rays, fluoride treatments, sealants, nutritional assessments, and patient dental health education.
Appointments are typically two hours long and may require multiple visits to complete care.
Patients under 18 must be accompanied by a legal guardian.
Individuals who need additional diagnosis or treatment are referred to their own dentist or nearby dental clinics.
Services are provided during the fall and spring semesters and are not available in the summer.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Southwest Detroit Immigrant and Refugee Center offers free and low-cost legal services to immigrants, refugees, and other community members in Southeast Michigan who face barriers to accessing affordable legal help.
Services include legal consultations and representation on immigration matters such as naturalization, DACA renewals, asylum, visas, and temporary protected status.
The center also assists with other legal issues including family and custody matters, housing and landlord-tenant disputes, employment issues, traffic and driver’s license matters, probate and wills, expungements, and small business legal questions.
Services are provided through legal clinics and consultations with trained legal professionals.
This provider does not focus on removal defense.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Indy Rapid Response offers community support in Indianapolis by coordinating volunteers who help confirm or debunk reports of ICE or unmarked immigration agents in the area.
The network shares information with the community and provides a phone number to report sightings so others can stay informed.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Lakeshore Rapid Response to ICE offers a community rapid response hotline serving Ottawa County and Muskegon County, Michigan.
The hotline alerts local volunteers who are trained to respond to ICE enforcement activity.
Volunteers provide rapid response support and may also help connect affected community members to additional assistance through a mutual aid network.
Support is available in English and Spanish.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Rapid Response Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/11128):
Ohio Immigrant Alliance offers the Ohio Immigrant Hotline, a statewide resource for reporting ICE actions, racial profiling, and hate or bias incidents, and for requesting information or support.
The hotline collects reports of abuse by Border Patrol, ICE, and state or local law enforcement, and helps connect community members to information, advocacy-focused resources, and immigrant-friendly support.
Ohio Immigrant Alliance also engages in volunteer-led education and activism to protect the dignity and rights of immigrants across Ohio.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Asistencia Legal y Otros Servicios de Apoyo](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/11147):
Berkshire Immigrant Center (BIC), ubicado en Pittsfield, MA, ayuda a inmigrantes y sus familias con apoyo legal y comunitario.
Ofrecen ayuda para completar formularios migratorios (como tarjetas verdes y visas familiares), solicitudes de ciudadanía y exenciones de tarifas.
También ofrecen clases gratuitas de inglés y educación cívica, tutoría para la ciudadanía y servicios de traducción limitados.
El personal refiere a abogados confiables y a recursos como vivienda, salud, cuidado infantil y educación. +
BIC también ofrece ayuda financiera de emergencia para cubrir necesidades básicas y organiza talleres para informar sobre los derechos de los inmigrantes.
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- [Community Health Center](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/11148):
Mosaic Health Center offers primary and preventive medical care for uninsured adults.
Services include annual checkups, lab testing, vaccinations, medication management, and free prescriptions through an on-site dispensary.
The center also provides women’s health services such as well-woman exams, pap smears, STI screening, family planning, and pregnancy testing.
Additional services include vision care, dermatology, cardiology, ultrasound imaging, psychiatry, individual therapy, and psychiatric medication management.
Assisted specialty referrals for mammograms, colonoscopies, endoscopies, imaging, and procedures are available based on financial eligibility.
Patient Health Navigation and a Wellness Program help uninsured adults access referrals, prescription assistance, and enrollment in state benefits such as SNAP, WIC, TANF, and Medicaid.
Mosaic Health Center serves uninsured individuals age 18 and older only.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Community Health Center ](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/11149):
Good Samaritan Health Center offers primary medical care, dental care, specialty medical referrals, prenatal care, health education classes, women’s health screenings, a reduced-cost medication dispensary, and Christian mental health counseling.
Services include sick visits, annual checkups, physical exams, immunizations, vision and hearing screenings, restorative dental care, and group classes on diabetes, kidney health, and nutrition.
Low-cost prenatal care is available for low-risk patients.
Fees are based on income, and sliding scale options are offered.
Emergency dental extractions are available on a walk-in basis.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Louisville Community Defense Network offers a rapid response hotline for people who witness or experience immigration enforcement activity.
Community members can call to reach trained volunteers who support de-escalation, Know Your Rights education, and solidarity-centered accompaniment.
Support is available in English and Spanish.
The network is made up of volunteers trained to respond to enforcement activity and to provide community defense–focused support.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
ViaLegal Immigration is a nonprofit immigration law firm covering North and South Carolina.
They assist with deportation defense (helping stop or fight removal from the U.S.), asylum (protection for those fleeing danger), Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (for minors who have been abused, neglected, or abandoned by a parent), adjustment of status (applying for permanent residence), family-based immigration, and naturalization assistance.
Counties served in North Carolina: Buncombe, Burke, Cabarrus, Caldwell, Catawba, Cleveland, Durham, Gaston, Guildford, Iredell, Lincoln, McDowell, Mecklenburg, Rutherford, Stanly, Union, Wake, and Wayne.
Counties served in South Carolina: Cherokee, Greenville, Laurens, Saluda, Spartanburg, and York.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Asistencia Legal y Otros Servicios de Apoyo](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/11228):
Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Raleigh ofrece ayuda legal en inmigración a bajo costo.
Ayudan con peticiones familiares, permisos de trabajo, renovaciones de DACA, ciudadanía, VAWA, visas U y TPS. El personal está capacitado y aprobado por el Departamento de Justicia de EE.UU.
No manejan casos de asilo o refugiados, pero dan referencias a otras agencias.
También ofrecen talleres educativos sobre inmigración. Jóvenes y familias inmigrantes pueden recibir apoyo legal para mantenerse unidos y encontrar estabilidad en EE.UU.
Los servicios están disponibles para personas del este de Carolina del Norte.
Informacion Adicional: Tarifa por consulta inicial $50; ofrecen bancos de comida.
La información incluida aquí es actual y precisa según nuestro mejor conocimiento. Comuníquese con ImportaMi via e-mail en info.importami@rescue.org si tiene alguna pregunta o corrección.
- [Asistencia Legal y Otros Servicios de Apoyo](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/11277):
Commonwealth Catholic Charities ofrece servicios legales de inmigración que incluyen ciudadanía, peticiones familiares, residencia permanente, TPS, asilo, VAWA, visas U, casos de trata, exenciones y apoyo para refugiados y asilados.
También ofrecen servicios de reasentamiento de refugiados como colocación de vivienda, asistencia de alquiler, inscripción escolar, apoyo laboral, clases de inglés y manejo de casos.
Servicios adicionales pueden incluir asistencia financiera, interpretación, referencias de salud y servicios juveniles para refugiados, asilados, sobrevivientes de trata y otros participantes humanitarios.
Commonwealth Catholic Charities no se enfoca en la defensa contra la deportación.
Ubicaciones: Hopewell, Newport News, Norton, Richmond, y Roanoke.
La organización también opera despensas de alimentos en Richmond y Roanoke.
Dibert Food Pantry en Richmond distribuye alimentos lunes, miércoles, jueves y viernes de 9:00 a.m. a 12:00 p.m.
St. Francis House Food Pantry en Roanoke proporciona asistencia alimentaria lunes, miércoles y viernes de 9:00 a.m. a 12:00 p.m.
La información incluida aquí es actual y precisa según nuestro mejor conocimiento. Comuníquese con ImportaMi via e-mail en info.importami@rescue.org si tiene alguna pregunta o corrección.
Justice for all Immigrants offers affordable immigration legal services to low-income individuals and families in Houston and San Antonio, Texas.
The organization provides assistance with family-based immigration, adjustment of status, consular processing, work permits, green card renewals, DACA, asylum, Temporary Protected Status (TPS), Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS), U visas, T visas, VAWA petitions, naturalization, and removal defense.
Justice for all Immigrants represents clients before immigration officials, immigration courts, and the Board of Immigration Appeals, including detained immigrants and unaccompanied children.
They also provide community education, outreach workshops, and immigration rights presentations.
Counties served: Bexar, Comal, Guadalupe, and Wilson.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Community Support Services ](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/11770):
Catholic Charities Twin Cities offers housing, shelter, meals, case management, employment support, and referrals for children, families, and adults in the Twin Cities.
Catholic Charities Twin Cities provides emergency shelter, deeply affordable housing, food support, and social services for people facing homelessness, low income, or other urgent needs.
Services are available regardless of faith, identity, or background.
They also connect people to medical care, mental health support, legal services, and job opportunities through its programs and partner services.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The Children’s Law Center provides legal advocacy and court representation to children and youth in child welfare, education, juvenile justice, and victimization cases.
Unaccompanied migrant children may receive support when cases involve crime victimization, abuse, trafficking, or housing instability, with referrals to immigration legal providers when needed.
Languages: English; interpretation may be available.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Children’s Law Center brinda defensa legal y representación en tribunales a niños y jóvenes en casos relacionados con bienestar infantil, educación, justicia juvenil y victimización.
Los niños migrantes no acompañados pueden recibir apoyo cuando los casos involucran victimización por delitos, abuso, trata o inestabilidad de vivienda, con referencias a proveedores de servicios legales de inmigración cuando es necesario.
Idiomas: inglés; puede haber servicios de interpretación disponibles.
La informaciónincluidaaquí es actual y precisasegúnnuestromejorconocimiento. Comuníquese con ImportaMivía e-mail eninfo.importami@rescue.orgsitienealgunapregunta o corrección.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/11828):
Catholic Charities Hawaii offers immigration legal services including consultations, form preparation, and representation before USCIS.
The program helps with naturalization and citizenship, family-based petitions, green cards, employment authorization, advance parole, DACA renewals, and Temporary Protected Status.
It also runs a program providing legal representation and removal defense for unaccompanied immigrant children, including asylum and Special Immigrant Juvenile Status cases.
Additional services include citizenship clinics, know-your-rights workshops, and case management through its Immigrant Resource Center.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Project Laura is a nonprofit legal services organization that provides free immigration legal help to people in removal proceedings in Boise, Idaho.
They provide deportation defense and support with asylum.
Services are free and focused on people who do not have a lawyer in non-detained immigration court.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Voces de la Frontera offers immigration legal services and an emergency line for verifying ICE presence in the community and responding to immigration emergencies.
Although they do not offer direct legal representation in court or removal defense, through Caminos Legal Clinic and other legal services, they help with immigration paperwork such as green card renewals, naturalization applications (including N-400), petitioning a family member, and DACA renewals.
They also offer translations and notarizations, and provide Know Your Rights trainings to help people understand their rights when interacting with ICE and other law enforcement.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Community Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/19155):
Diversity Service Center of Iowa (DSCI) helps immigrant youth and families in Muscatine and nearby areas with everyday needs and immigration paperwork.
They offer help filling out forms for things like citizenship, DACA renewals, family-based petitions, TPS, work permits, and green card renewals.
They also provide consultations to explain your options before starting a process.
While they do not represent people in immigration court or handle asylum cases, they can guide you through simple applications.
DSCI also offers support services like document translation, faxing, printing, and notary help, making it easier for families to navigate life in a new country.
Florida Rural Legal Services (FRLS) offers free civil legal services to eligible residents in rural and underserved areas of Florida.
The organization provides legal information, advice, and representation in areas such as housing, public benefits, family law, domestic violence, disaster-related legal issues, consumer law, elder law, and farmworker legal services.
FRLS also operates a Pro Bono program that connects private attorneys, law students, and other legal professionals with clients who need free legal help.
Services are available through offices in multiple Florida counties, with assistance provided by phone and online application.
Although they do not offer direct legal representation in court or removal defense, they may offer support throughout these immigration processes.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Florida Rural Legal Services (FRLS) offers free civil legal services to eligible residents in rural and underserved areas of Florida.
The organization provides legal information, advice, and representation in areas such as housing, public benefits, family law, domestic violence, disaster-related legal issues, consumer law, elder law, and farmworker legal services.
FRLS also operates a Pro Bono program that connects private attorneys, law students, and other legal professionals with clients who need free legal help.
Services are available through offices in multiple Florida counties, with assistance provided by phone and online application.
Although they do not offer direct legal representation in court or removal defense, they may offer support throughout these immigration processes.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Florida Rural Legal Services (FRLS) offers free civil legal services to eligible residents in rural and underserved areas of Florida.
The organization provides legal information, advice, and representation in areas such as housing, public benefits, family law, domestic violence, disaster-related legal issues, consumer law, elder law, and farmworker legal services.
FRLS also operates a Pro Bono program that connects private attorneys, law students, and other legal professionals with clients who need free legal help.
Services are available through offices in multiple Florida counties, with assistance provided by phone and online application.
Although they do not offer direct legal representation in court or removal defense, they may offer support throughout these immigration processes.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Florida Rural Legal Services (FRLS) offers free civil legal services to eligible residents in rural and underserved areas of Florida.
The organization provides legal information, advice, and representation in areas such as housing, public benefits, family law, domestic violence, disaster-related legal issues, consumer law, elder law, and farmworker legal services.
FRLS also operates a Pro Bono program that connects private attorneys, law students, and other legal professionals with clients who need free legal help.
Services are available through offices in multiple Florida counties, with assistance provided by phone and online application.
Although they do not offer direct legal representation in court or removal defense, they may offer support throughout these immigration processes.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
San Bernardino Community Service Center is a nonprofit legal services organization that provides free and low-cost immigration legal assistance to immigrant communities in the Inland Empire, primarily in San Bernardino and Riverside Counties.
They provide deportation defense, adjustment of status, asylum, naturalization assistance, U Visas, Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals, and family petitions. They also assist with asylum interviews, USCIS applications, representation before the immigration court and Board of Immigration Appeals.
Legal services are based on household income and are offered free or at low cost to eligible community members. Individuals must call to schedule a legal consultation.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
St. Frances Cabrini Center for Immigrant Legal Assistance (Catholic Charities Archdiocese of New Orleans) offers immigration legal services to immigrants and their families.
Although they do not offer direct legal representation in court or removal defense, they provide legal consultations and assistance with immigration processes such as family-based immigration, citizenship applications, and other immigration matters. Appointment required.
The organization also offers community education and legal clinics to help immigrants understand their rights and immigration options.
Their services focus on helping immigrants navigate complex immigration procedures and access legal support when applying for benefits or resolving immigration-related issues.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services ](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/21236):
Centro San Juan Diego free legal clinic (Ministry of the Archdiocese of Denver)provides advice on immigration, credit, home or rent matters, employment and family law.
Held on the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of each month.
Registration opens the same day and services are first come, first served.
Clients receive legal advice during the clinic, but attorneys do not provide ongoing representation after the consultation.
Spanish-speaking attorneys are available.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Watsonville Law Center is a nonprofit legal services organization that provides free legal advice, brief services, and representation to low-income individuals and families on California’s Central Coast.
In addition, they also provide legal help with housing, employment, and consumer issues, including unsafe housing, eviction, workplace discrimination, unpaid wages, work injuries, pregnancy and family protections at work, and predatory lending.
Watsonville Law Center also offers “Know Your Rights” trainings, legal workshops, crisis response, referrals, and community education.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Lawyers for Civil Rights offers free immigration legal support through its Immigrant Defense Hotline for immigrants facing immigration enforcement.
The hotline provides legal advice for people dealing with urgent situations such as immigration raids, detention, or deportation threats, and shares information to help individuals understand and assert their rights.
They do not offer direct legal representation in court. Services are focused on guidance, legal advice, and advocacy related to immigration enforcement and rights protection.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
The Justice Center provides free legal clinics and attorney referral services in Colorado Springs, El Paso County and the Pikes Peak region of Colorado.
They offer free immigration legal advice clinics, consultations, and connect people with free or low-cost attorneys.
Immigration clinics are free, and registration is required before attending.
While they don’t directly represent clients in immigration cases, they connect people directly with attorneys with their program Pro Bono Publico (free) Project.
Spanish-speaking staff and interpretation support are available for clients seeking immigration legal services.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Services and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/24524):
Catholic Social Services offers low-cost legal immigration services and emergency financial and material assistance.
Legal immigration services may include DACA, legal permanent resident matters, travel document applications, consular processing, asylee/refugee petitions, and citizenship.
Emergency assistance may include food, clothing, furniture, appliances, household items, personal hygiene items, medicine, utilities, rent, and transportation assistance.
Legal services are offered in the Dothan, Mobile, and Montgomery locations, but do not focus on removal defense.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/24525):
Catholic Social Services offers low-cost legal immigration services and emergency financial and material assistance.
Legal immigration services may include DACA, legal permanent resident matters, travel document applications, consular processing, asylee/refugee petitions, and citizenship.
Emergency assistance may include food, clothing, furniture, appliances, household items, personal hygiene items, medicine, utilities, rent, and transportation assistance.
Legal services are offered in the Dothan, Mobile, and Montgomery locations, but do not focus on removal defense.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
Legal Aid Society of the Orange County Bar Association ofrece servicios legales civiles gratis para personas que pueden calificar según el tipo de caso, las reglas de ingresos y los recursos disponibles.
Los servicios incluyen derecho familiar, vivienda, deudas y cobros, algunos asuntos de inmigración, guardian advocacy, reclamos menores, planificación básica de bienes, perdones por sobrepago del Seguro Social, sellado y eliminación de antecedentes penales, y servicios de Guardian ad Litem por orden de un juez.
Aunque los servicios de inmigración ofrecidos son limtados y no manejan casos de deportación, pueden ayudar con ajuste de estatus, ciudadanía, y VAWA, entre otros.
Los servicios son para residentes de bajos ingresos, niños y grupos con necesidades legales especiales en Orange County, Florida, y también pueden apoyar a residentes similares de condados cercanos.
La información incluida aquí es actual y precisasegúnnuestromejorconocimiento. Comuníquese con ImportaMi vía e-mail eninfo.importami@rescue.orgsitienealgunapregunta o corrección.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services ](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/44616):
Catholic Charities of Central Texas provides low-cost immigration legal services for immigrants and refugees, including assistance with citizenship and naturalization applications, family-based petitions, permanent residency, work authorization, DACA renewals, adjustment of status, humanitarian relief, and other immigration benefits.
Services primarily focus on applications and petitions before USCIS, legal consultations, and immigration legal education.
In addition to immigration services, they offer refugee support, emergency assistance, food and basic needs programs, case management, family support services, mental health counseling, financial stability programs, and disaster recovery assistance.
Services are available in English and Spanish, and fees are generally low-cost with some services offered at no charge based on eligibility.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
- [Asistencia Legal y Otros Servicios de Apoyo](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/44617):
Catholic Charities of Central Texas ofrece servicios legales de inmigración de bajo costo para inmigrantes y refugiados, incluyendo asistencia con solicitudes de ciudadanía y naturalización, peticiones familiares, residencia permanente, permisos de trabajo, renovaciones de DACA, ajuste de estatus, alivio humanitario y otros beneficios migratorios.
Sus servicios se enfocan principalmente en trámites y solicitudes ante USCIS, consultas legales y educación legal sobre inmigración.
Además de los servicios de inmigración, brindan apoyo a refugiados, asistencia de emergencia, programas de alimentos y necesidades básicas, gestión de casos, servicios de apoyo familiar, consejería de salud mental, programas de estabilidad financiera y asistencia para la recuperación ante desastres.
Los servicios están disponibles en inglés y español, y las tarifas son generalmente de bajo costo, con algunos servicios gratuitos según la elegibilidad.
La informaciónincluidaaquí es actual y precisasegúnnuestromejorconocimiento. Comuníquese con ImportaMivía e-mail eninfo.importami@rescue.orgsitienealgunapregunta o corrección.
- [Legal Assistance and Other Support Services](https://www.importami.org/:locale/services/44618):
Catholic Charities of Central Texas provides low-cost immigration legal services for immigrants and refugees, including assistance with citizenship and naturalization applications, family-based petitions, permanent residency, work authorization, DACA renewals, adjustment of status, humanitarian relief, and other immigration benefits.
Services primarily focus on applications and petitions before USCIS, legal consultations, and immigration legal education.
In addition to immigration services, they offer refugee support, emergency assistance, food and basic needs programs, case management, family support services, mental health counseling, financial stability programs, and disaster recovery assistance.
Services are available in English and Spanish, and fees are generally low-cost with some services offered at no charge based on eligibility.
The information included here is current and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact ImportaMi via e-mail at info.importami@rescue.org with any questions or corrections.
ImportaMí es un proyecto dedicado a proporcionar información confiable, accesible y relevante para menores no acompañados y sus patrocinadores en los Estados Unidos.
Nuestro objetivo es apoyar y empoderar a niños y niñas a través de recursos clave y referencias a proveedores de servicios legales y sociales. Nuestro servicio tiene como finalidad brindar información accesible, precisa y contextualizada a las necesidades específicas de los jóvenes.
ImportaMí es parte de Signpost, una iniciativa del Comité Internacional de Servicio junto con otras organizaciones que crea centros de ayuda digital para personas impactadas por conflictos, desastres, pobreza y violencia. ImportaMí es uno de los múltiples proyectos de Signpost dentro de la región Latinoamérica-Estados Unidos, con un enfoque específico en ayudar a niños no acompañados en Estados Unidos. Obtén más información sobre Signpost y nuestros socios aquí.
Cómo utilizar nuestro sitio web
En el sitio web de ImportaMí puedes encontrar:
➡️ Información precisa y amigable para menores en español e inglés sobre el proceso de inmigración, los derechos legales de niños, seguridad, atención médica, educación, alimentación, y mucho más.
📑 Para acceder a esta información, haz clic en "RECURSOS" en la parte superior de nuestra página de inicio o desplázate hacia abajo para ver una lista completa de los siguientes temas:
⚖️ Legal
📚 Educación
🏥 Salud
🛡️ Seguridad
🏳️🌈 Apoyo LGBTQ+
🗽 La Vida en los Estados Unidos
🏠 Necesidades básicas
Puedes navegar de un tema a otro haciendo clic en "Recursos" en la parte superior de nuestra página de inicio y luego seleccionando el tema de tu elección en el menú desplegable.
➡️ Un mapa de servicios que incluye una variedad de organizaciones en todo el país que brindan asistencia y apoyo a niños y jóvenes no acompañados.
📍Haz clic en "SERVICIOS" para navegar a través de varios tipos de servicios como Asistencia Legal, Alojamiento, Necesidades Básicas, Educación, Salud, y mucho más. Puedes alternar entre ver los servicios en una vista de mapa o en una lista. Además, puedes realizar una búsqueda específica de tu área ingresando tu ciudad, condado o estado junto al icono de lupa en el mapa 🔍🌍. Ten en cuenta que nuestro mapa de servicios se actualiza continuamente, así que sigue revisando si no ves inicialmente un servicio específico listado en tu región.
¿Tienes preguntas? ¿Necesitas hablar con alguien?
🤗📲 ¡Estamos aquí para ayudarte! No dudes en contactarnos a través deWhatsApp o Messenger, y uno de nuestros enlaces comunitarios estará encantado de ayudarte. Nuestro equipo está disponible para responder a tus mensajes durante nuestro horario de atención:
📅 De lunes a viernes
⏰ De 9:00 a.m. a 5:00 p.m. (hora local)
🌐 También puedes acceder a recursos adicionales a través de nuestras cuentas de Facebooky Instagram.
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- [Política de Privacidad](https://www.importami.org/:locale/articles/17138651222557):
🔒 Política de datos y privacidad:
El Comité Internacional de Rescate Inc. (IRC, por sus siglas en inglés) es una organización que ayuda a personas afectadas por crisis a mantenerse con vida, recuperarse y comenzar de nuevo.
ImportaMí es un servicio de información del IRC que brinda información útil y accesible a niños y niñas no acompañados y sus patrocinadores en Estados Unidos, para hacer más sencilla la toma de decisiones en momentos difíciles. A través de internet y redes sociales un grupo de enlaces comunitarios contesta a preguntas en tiempo real.
El IRC se compromete a mantener segura tu información y a utilizarla de manera responsable. Esta Política de Privacidad explica cómo recopilamos, utilizamos y protegemos tu información personal. El IRC solo recopila información personal para ayudar a las personas a obtener acceso a la ayuda que necesitan.
📨 Qué información recopilamos:
Podemos guardar, utilizar y almacenar la siguiente información personal:
📱 Datos personales de las personas que nos envían mensajes a través de uno de nuestros medios de contacto (WhatsApp y Facebook Messenger). Estos datos pueden incluir nombre, correo electrónico, número de teléfono, dirección IP del sistema y cualquier otra información importante que compartas con nosotros.
También obtenemos información sobre los usuarios de otras empresas, como:
📊 Meta y Google para el análisis de datos. Los datos de usuario en el sitio web se recopilan mediante cookies o a través de la Cuenta de Google del usuario. Esta información se mantiene anónima, por lo que no podemos asociarla con ninguna persona específica.
👤 Los datos pueden incluir detalles sobre como la edad del usuario, su género, ciudad, país, idioma, cuánto tiempo interactúan con nuestro sitio y desde dónde comenzó su sesión.
🗃️ Por qué recopilamos datos para ImportaMí:
Recopilamos información de Internet para ayudarte de la siguiente manera:
💬 Para hablar contigo. Utilizamos tu información de contacto para responder tus preguntas y conectarte con ayuda si la necesitas.
🔍 Para decidir qué información proporcionar. Recopilamos información para entender qué necesitan las comunidades y qué problemas tienen. Esto nos permite brindar información útil y asegurarnos de que nuestro servicio aborde las preocupaciones de la comunidad de manera efectiva.
✏️ Para aprender de tus acciones en línea en nuestro sitio. Observamos cómo utilizas nuestro sitio web para mejorarlo y llegar a más personas.
Además, las organizaciones que financian el proyecto nos exigen que demostremos el impacto de nuestro trabajo. La recopilación de datos nos permite mostrar evidencia de nuestros esfuerzos y logros.
En general, la información que recopilamos se utiliza para asegurarnos de que podemos brindarte la mejor ayuda posible. No compartimos, vendemos ni utilizamos ninguna información personal para otra cosa que no sea ayudar a las personas que utilizan nuestros servicios.
⚖️ Intercambio de datos, divulgación, base legal:
Compartiremos tu información con empleados de la red IRC solo cuando sea necesario. Solo compartiremos tu información con otra organización si nos das permiso. ImportaMí procesa tu información personal porque nos ayuda a proporcionarte información para acceder a recursos, entender tus derechos y tomar buenas decisiones.
Trabajamos en proyectos de información que siguen reglas de derechos humanos y humanitarios para detener la información falsa. Este tipo de trabajo tiene como objetivo proteger derechos humanos en riesgo. Estos derechos incluyen Seguridad, Trato Justo, Salud, y Libertad de Expresión.
Ten en cuenta que tu información puede ser almacenada fuera de Europa, sin embargo, haremos todo lo posible para mantener tu información segura.
🛡️ Seguridad de datos:
Utilizamos herramientas especiales y reglas para almacenar tu información de manera segura y fuera del alcance de personas no autorizadas para verla. Algunas de estas formas incluyen:
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Última actualización: 2 de septiembre, 2026.
ImportaMí es un proyecto dedicado a proporcionar información confiable, accesible y relevante para menores no acompañados y sus patrocinadores en los Estados Unidos. ImportaMí es parte de Signpost, una iniciativa del Comité Internacional de Rescate junto con otras organizaciones que crea centros de ayuda digital para personas impactadas por conflictos, desastres, pobreza y violencia.
- [Work With Us](https://www.importami.org/:locale/articles/16751945019805):
While the ImportaMí team has currently no openings, we appreciate your enthusiasm and encourage you to stay connected with us. Our team is constantly evolving, and new opportunities may arise in the future. Please keep an eye on this space for any future job postings that may align with your skills and interests.
- [🛡️ ¿Qué es una visa T? [Beneficio migratorio]](https://www.importami.org/:locale/articles/36948656763165):
Hay varias opciones de beneficio migratorio que podrían estar disponibles para ti. ‘Beneficio migratorio’ (también llamado ‘alivio migratorio’) son los diferentes caminos legales que:
pueden potencialmente protegerte de la deportación.
abren la posibilidad de obtener eventualmente la residencia permanente o ciudadanía estadounidense.
Algunas de las opciones de beneficio migratorio incluyen:
📌 ¡Nota! El proceso para obtener la visa T puede ser complicado y cada caso es diferente. Es muy importante que hables con un abogado/una abogada sobre si puedes solicitar la visa T u otra forma de protección.
1. 🛂 ¿Qué es una visa T?
Una visa T es un tipo de protección migratoria para personas que han sido víctimas de trata de personas en los Estados Unidos.
La trata de personas es un delito muy peligroso y grave que afecta a millones de personas en todo el mundo. La trata de personas ocurre cuando una persona obliga, amenaza, manipula o engaña a alguien para que haga un trabajo, preste servicios o participe en actos sexuales comerciales.
La visa T fue creada para proteger a las personas sobrevivientes de la trata de personas y ofrecer un camino hacia la seguridad y la estabilidad. Si calificas, puede permitirte vivir y trabajar en los EE. UU. y eventualmente ayudarte a solicitar la residencia permanente (Green Card).
2. ✨ ¿Cómo me puede ayudar una visa T?
Una visa T puede brindar varios beneficios importantes.
Si es aprobada, podrías:
✔️ Vivir documentado/a en los EE. UU.
✔️ Solicitar autorización de trabajo
✔️ Ayudar a ciertos familiares a documentarse
✔️ Acceder a ciertos beneficios y servicios públicos que pueden estar disponibles para sobrevivientes de trata de personas
✔️ Solicitar en un futuro la tarjeta verde, o Green Card, si cumples con ciertos requisitos adicionales
Para muchos jóvenes, una visa T puede brindar mayor estabilidad y tranquilidad después de una experiencia difícil.
¿Puede mi familia beneficiarse también?
En algunos casos, ciertos familiares también pueden calificar para beneficios migratorios a través de tu solicitud de visa T.
Si tienes menos de 21 años, podrías incluir a tu cónyuge, hijos/as, padres y hermanos/as solteros/as menores de 18 años. Si tienes 21 años o más, podrías incluir a tu cónyuge y a tus hijos/as. Otros familiares también pueden calificar en ciertas situaciones que involucren preocupaciones de seguridad o riesgo de represalias.
Un/a abogado/a de inmigración puede ayudarte a determinar qué familiares podrían calificar.
3. 🙋🏽 ¿Quién cumple con los requisitos para solicitar una visa T?
Es posible que puedas solicitar una visa T si:
Eres o fuiste víctima de una forma grave de trata de personas.
Estás físicamente presente en los EE.UU., Samoa Americana, la Mancomunidad de las Islas Marianas del Norte o en un puerto de entrada de EE.UU. como resultado de la trata.
Has ayudado voluntariamente con solicitudes razonables de las autoridades para apoyar la investigación o el enjuiciamiento del delito de trata, si la trata ocurrió cuando tenías 18 años o más y podías cooperar.
Sufrirías una dificultad extrema que implique daños inusuales y graves si se te exigiera salir de los EE.UU.
📌 Recuerda: cada situación es diferente, por eso es importante hablar con un/a abogado/a de inmigración sobre tu caso específico.
Ser impedido de dejar un trabajo o una situación de vivienda
Ser presionado u obligado a participar en actos sexuales comerciales
No todas las situaciones son iguales. Un/a abogado/a puede ayudarte a determinar si tu experiencia puede calificar.
¿Pueden aplicar niños/as y adolescentes?
Los jóvenes pueden solicitar una visa T si cumplen con los requisitos de elegibilidad.
También existen protecciones especiales para menores. Los solicitantes que sufrieron trata de personas antes de cumplir los 18 años no están obligados/as a cooperar con las autoridades de la misma manera que los adultos. Dado que la trata de personas afecta a los niños/as de manera diferente, es importante hablar con un/a abogado/a que entienda las opciones migratorias para personas jóvenes.
4. 📝 ¿Cómo solicito una visa T?
El proceso de solicitud de la visa T puede ser complicado, pero generalmente incluye algunos pasos principales.
🗂️ Reúne información sobre lo que ocurrió:
Tú y tu abogado/a pueden recopilar documentos y evidencias relacionadas con la trata, como declaraciones personales, reportes policiales, registros judiciales, expedientes médicos, registros de consejería, registros de empleo, mensajes de texto, fotografías, registros de cualquier deuda u otras pruebas que demuestren lo sucedido.
🖊️ Reúne evidencia de elegibilidad:
Es posible que debas presentar pruebas de que sufriste trata de personas, de que estás en los EE.UU. debido a la trata y de que cumples con los demás requisitos de elegibilidad.
Algunos solicitantes también pueden presentar documentación que demuestre cooperación con las autoridades cuando sea necesario.
📨 Envía tu solicitud:
Después de reunir los documentos necesarios, enviarás tu solicitud a los Servicios de Ciudadanía e Inmigración de los Estados Unidos (USCIS, por sus siglas en inglés).
La solicitud puede incluir formularios, documentos de respaldo, evidencia relacionada con la trata e información sobre familiares que califiquen.
⌛ Espera una decisión:
USCIS revisará tu solicitud y puede pedir información adicional.
En algunos casos, los/as solicitantes pueden recibir protecciones temporales y autorización de trabajo mientras su solicitud esté pendiente.
Si es aprobada, el estatus de visa T generalmente se otorga por cuatro años, aunque pueden existir extensiones en ciertas situaciones.
5. ➡️ ¿Qué sucede después de la aprobación de la visa T?
Una visa T es un estatus migratorio temporal que puede durar hasta cuatro años. Sin embargo, no es el paso final en el proceso de inmigración.
Si recibes una visa T, podrías ser elegible para solicitar una tarjeta de residencia permanente (Green Card) después de cumplir ciertos requisitos. En muchos casos, las personas pueden solicitarla después de mantener el estatus de visa T durante un período de tiempo y de seguir cumpliendo con las condiciones de elegibilidad.
Una tarjeta de residencia permanente (Green Card) te permite vivir y trabajar de manera permanente en los EE.UU. y eventualmente puede permitirte solicitar la ciudadanía.
Para más información sobre los diferentes tipos de beneficios migratorios, haz clic aquí.
¿Necesitas ayuda para encontrar un/a abogado/a? ¡Contáctanos!
Puntos claves:
⭐ Si has sido víctima de trata de personas, podrías tener opciones migratorias disponibles.
⭐ La visa T fue creada para ayudar a proteger a las sobrevivientes de trata de personas y ofrecer un camino hacia la seguridad y la estabilidad. Conocer tus derechos y hablar con un abogado/a de inmigración calificado puede ayudarte a entender mejor qué opciones pueden estar disponibles para ti y tu familia.
Este artículo ofrece información general y no debe considerarse asesoramiento legal. Asegúrate de hablar con un abogado/a sobre tu caso específico.
Última actualización: 17 de junio, 2026
ImportaMí es un proyecto dedicado a proporcionar información confiable, accesible y relevante para menores no acompañados y sus patrocinadores en los Estados Unidos. ImportaMí es parte de Signpost, una iniciativa del Comité Internacional de Rescate junto con otras organizaciones que crea centros de ayuda digital para personas impactadas por conflictos, desastres, pobreza y violencia.
Fuentes:
USCIS. (22 diciembre, 2025). Víctimas de Trata de Personas: Estatus T de No Inmigrante.
- [🛡️ ¿Qué es una visa U? [beneficio migratorio]](https://www.importami.org/:locale/articles/36691899854493):
Hay varias opciones de beneficio migratorio que podrían estar disponibles para ti. ‘Beneficio migratorio’ (también llamado ‘alivio migratorio’) son los diferentes caminos legales que:
pueden potencialmente protegerte de la deportación.
abren la posibilidad de obtener eventualmente la residencia permanente o ciudadanía estadounidense.
Algunas de las opciones de beneficio migratorio incluyen:
📌 ¡Nota! El proceso para obtener la visa U puede ser complicado y cada caso es diferente. Es muy importante que hables con un abogado/una abogada sobre si puedes solicitar la visa U u otra forma de protección contra la deportación.
1.🛂 ¿Qué es una visa U?
Una visa U es un tipo de protección migratoria para personas que han sido víctimas de ciertos delitos en los Estados Unidos.
La visa U fue creada para ayudar a las personas a sentirse más seguras al denunciar delitos y buscar ayuda. Si calificas, puede permitirte vivir y trabajar en los EE. UU. y eventualmente ayudarte a solicitar la residencia permanente (Green Card).
2. ✨ ¿Cómo me puede ayudar una visa U?
Una visa U puede brindar varios beneficios importantes.
Si es aprobada, podrías:
✔️ Vivir documentado/a en los EE. UU.
✔️ Solicitar autorización de trabajo
✔️ Ayudar a ciertos familiares a documentarse
✔️ Solicitar en un futuro la tarjeta verde, o Green Card, si cumples con ciertos requisitos adicionales
Para muchos jóvenes, una visa U puede brindar mayor estabilidad y tranquilidad después de una experiencia difícil.
¿Puede mi familia beneficiarse también?
En algunos casos, ciertos familiares también pueden calificar para beneficios migratorios a través de tu solicitud de visa U.
Si tienes menos de 21 años, podrías incluir a familiares como tus padres, tus hermanos/as solteros/as menores de 18 años, tu esposo o esposa, y/o tus hijos/as.
Un/a abogado/a de inmigración puede ayudarte a determinar qué familiares podrían calificar.
3. 🙋🏽 ¿Quién cumple con los requisitos para solicitar una visa U?
Es posible que puedas solicitar una visa U si:
fuiste víctima de un delito que califica.
el delito ocurrió en los EE.UU. o violó la ley de los EE.UU.
sufriste daño físico o emocional grave debido al delito.
tienes información sobre lo que pasó.
has ayudado, estás ayudando o estás dispuesto/a a ayudar a las autoridades a investigar o procesar el delito.
📌 Recuerda: cada situación es diferente, por eso es importante hablar con un/a abogado/a de inmigración sobre tu caso específico.
¿Qué delitos pueden calificar?
No todos los delitos califican para una visa U. Algunos ejemplos incluyen:
Violencia doméstica
Agresión sexual
Trata de personas
Secuestro
Acoso
Agresión grave
Manipulación de testigos
Extorsión
También hay muchos otros delitos que pueden calificar. Si no estás seguro/a de si tu experiencia puede calificar, un/a abogado/a puede ayudarte a entender tus opciones.
¿Pueden aplicar niños/as y adolescentes?
Los jóvenes pueden solicitar una visa U si cumplen con los requisitos de elegibilidad.
También existen protecciones especiales para menores más pequeños. Si un niño/una niña tiene menos de 16 años, un padre, tutor u otro adulto de confianza puede ayudar a proporcionar información sobre el delito y apoyar con el proceso.
4. 📝 ¿Cómo solicito una visa U?
El proceso de solicitud de la visa U puede ser complicado, pero generalmente incluye algunos pasos principales.
🗂️ Reúne información sobre el delito:
Tú y tu abogado/a pueden recopilar documentos relacionados con el delito, como informes policiales, órdenes de protección, registros judiciales, registros médicos, registros de consejería o cualquier otra evidencia que muestre lo que pasó y cómo te afectó.
🖊️ Obtener una certificación para la visa U:
Para solicitar una visa U, una agencia de la ley debe confirmar que fuiste útil, estás siendo útil o es probable que seas útil en la investigación o el procesamiento del delito.
📨 Envía tu solicitud:
Después de reunir los documentos necesarios, enviarás tu solicitud a los Servicios de Ciudadanía e Inmigración de los Estados Unidos (USCIS, por sus siglas en inglés).
La solicitud puede incluir formularios, documentos de apoyo, evidencia relacionada con el delito e información sobre cualquier familiar que califique.
⌛ Espera una decisión:
El proceso de la visa U puede tomar mucho tiempo. Cada año, la ley federal limita la cantidad de visas U que pueden aprobarse. Debido a que muchas personas solicitan una visa, a menudo hay un periodo de espera antes de que se tome una decisión final.
Nota: Aunque el proceso tome tiempo, puede haber protecciones disponibles mientras tu caso está pendiente.
Durante este tiempo, USCIS puede revisar tu solicitud y pedir información adicional.
5️. ➡️ ¿Qué sucede después de la aprobación de la visa U?
Una visa U es válida por cuatro años y te otorga estatus legal en los EE.UU. Sin embargo, no es el paso final en el proceso de inmigración.
Después de mantener el estatus de visa U durante cierto período de tiempo, podrías cumplir con los requisitos para solicitar una tarjeta de residencia permanente (Green Card). En la mayoría de los casos, esto requiere haber mantenido el estatus de visa U durante al menos tres años y seguir cumpliendo con los requisitos de elegibilidad.
Una tarjeta de residencia permanente (Green Card) te permite vivir y trabajar de manera permanente en los EE.UU. y eventualmente puede permitirte solicitar la ciudadanía.
Para más información sobre los diferentes tipos de beneficios migratorios, haz clic aquí.
¿Necesitas ayuda para encontrar un/a abogado/a? ¡Contáctanos!
Puntos claves:
⭐ Si has sido víctima de un delito, es posible que tengas opciones migratorias disponibles.
⭐ La visa U fue creada para ayudar a proteger a las víctimas y fomentar que las personas busquen ayuda sin miedo. Aprender sobre tus derechos y hablar con un/a abogado/a de inmigración calificado puede ayudarte a entender mejor qué opciones pueden estar disponibles para ti y tu familia.
Este artículo ofrece información general y no debe considerarse asesoramiento legal. Asegúrate de hablar con un abogado/a sobre tu caso específico.
Última actualización: 6 de junio, 2026
ImportaMí es un proyecto dedicado a proporcionar información confiable, accesible y relevante para menores no acompañados y sus patrocinadores en los Estados Unidos. ImportaMí es parte de Signpost, una iniciativa del Comité Internacional de Rescate junto con otras organizaciones que crea centros de ayuda digital para personas impactadas por conflictos, desastres, pobreza y violencia.
- [🏛️ ¿Quién es quién en el tribunal de inmigración?](https://www.importami.org/:locale/articles/31770874980893):
Ir al tribunal de inmigración puede ser una experiencia intimidante. Hay muchos adultos en la sala, y la mayoría tienen trabajos serios y hablan en un lenguaje legal que es difícil de entender. Esta guía te ayuda a identificar quién es quién, qué hacen y cómo reconocerlos.
Saber a quién vas a conocer cuando vayas al tribunal de inmigración puede ayudarte a sentirte más seguro/a y preparado/a.
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💡 Consejo: Cómo comportarte en el tribunal
El tribunal de inmigración es un lugar serio, pero también es un espacio donde tu historia importa. Lo mejor que puedes hacer es ser respetuoso/a y mantener la calma.
Tienes derecho a permanecer en silencio. (¡especialmente si no tienes un/a abogado/a contigo!). Todo lo que digas puede afectar tu caso; si no estás seguro/a, está bien decirle al juez/a que quieres esperar y hablar primero con tu abogado/a antes de responder a cualquier pregunta.
Cuando respondas a una pregunta, habla con claridad y siempre di la verdad.
Si no entiendes algo, está bien preguntar — para eso están los/las intérpretes y abogados/as.
Si no sabes la respuesta a una pregunta, díselo. Nadie se va a molestar contigo.
No tienes que saberlo todo, y nadie espera que lo sepas. Solo sé tú mismo/a, escucha con atención y sigue las instrucciones. Todos/as en la sala tienen un trabajo, y muchos están ahí para ayudarte.
ℹ️ Guía: Personas en el tribunal de inmigración
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👩🏼⚖️ Juez/a de Inmigración (Immigration Judge, en inglés)
Qué hace: Está a cargo de la sala del tribunal y toma la decisión final sobre tu caso.
Dónde se sienta: Al frente de la sala, detrás de un escritorio grande (llamado ‘el estrado’ o ‘the bench’ en inglés).
Qué ropa usa: Normalmente lleva una toga negra, pero algunos jueces usan ropa más informal en casos juveniles (casos con menores) para que el ambiente sea menos intimidante.
Cómo reconocerlo/la: Es quien hace preguntas y comienza la audiencia.
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👨🏾💼Abogado/a del Gobierno o Abogado/a de ICE (Government Attorney, en inglés)
Qué hace: Representa inmigración en EE. UU. y explica por qué el gobierno cree que no deberías quedarte en el país.
Dónde se sienta: Generalmente en una mesa frente a ti, tu abogado/a o persona de apoyo.
Qué ropa usa: Ropa formal, como traje o camisa.
Cómo reconocerlo/la: Habla después del juez/a y puede hacer preguntas sobre tu caso.
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👩🏾Tu Abogado/a o Representante Legal (Attorney o Legal Representative, en inglés)
Qué hace: Está ahí para defender tu caso. Te ayuda a contar tu historia, entender la ley y ayuda a proteger tus derechos.
Dónde se sienta: A tu lado en la mesa.
Qué ropa usa: Ropa formal, como traje o camisa.
Cómo reconocerlo/la: Habla contigo antes de que empiece la audiencia y habla en tu nombre durante la audiencia.
📌 Nota: No necesitas tener un/a abogado/a para asistir a tu audiencia en el tribunal de inmigración. Sin embargo, tener un/a abogado/a aumenta mucho tus posibilidades de ganar tu caso. Si necesitas ayuda para encontrar un/a abogado/a, contáctanos. Haremos lo posible por ayudarte a encontrar uno pro bono (gratis) o de bajo costo.
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🗣️ Intérprete (Interpreter, en inglés)
Qué hace: Traduce todo lo que se dice en el tribunal a tu idioma, y también traduce lo que tú digas al inglés.
Dónde se sienta: Normalmente está junto al juez/a. El/la intérprete también puede estar en otro lugar, y puede llamar e interpretar por teléfono. Es probable que te den unos auriculares para que escuches la traducción del intérprete a través de ellos.
Qué ropa usa: Ropa normal — no uniforme.
Cómo reconocerlo/la: Habla en inglés y en tu idioma, traduciendo exactamente lo que dicen los demás y lo que dices tú.
📌 Nota: si no entiendes al intérprete o crees que no está interpretando correctamente lo que dices, es muy importante que se lo digas al juez/a.
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👨🏾🦱Adulto de Confianza o Persona de Apoyo (Trusted adult or support person, en inglés)
Qué hace: Si no tienes un/a abogado/a, esta persona puede acompañarte para ayudarte a sentirte seguro/a y entender lo que está pasando.
Dónde se sienta: A tu lado o detrás de ti.
Qué ropa usa: Ropa de diario; arreglado/a en muestra de respeto.
Cómo reconocerlo/la: Es alguien que conoces — tal vez un/a familiar, maestro/a o mentor.
📌 ¡Cuidado! Asegúrate de que cualquier persona que te acompañe al tribunal tenga estatus migratorio documentado. Llevar a un/a familiar o amigo/a indocumentado podría ponerlo/la en riesgo de ser detenido/a.
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👩🏻 Amigo de la Corte (Friend of Court, or FOC, en inglés)
Qué hace: esta persona puede estar presente en la corte para asegurarse de que todos entiendan lo que está pasando durante la audiencia. No es tu abogado/a. Piensa en esta persona como una guía que está ahí para ayudar a que las cosas salgan bien, no para defender a ninguna de las partes.
Dónde se sienta: A tu lado o cerca de ti, para poder ayudar si estás confundido/a o tienes una pregunta. Si tu audiencia es en línea (por Webex), existe la posibilidad de que el Amigo de la Corte también participe por esa vía.
Qué ropa usa: Ropa formal, como un traje o ropa profesional.
Cómo reconocerlo/la: Aunque no siempre es así, puede que se acerque a ti antes de la audiencia para presentarse y explicarte que es Amigo de la Corte, no tu abogado/a. Si el juez/a le permite el acceso a la sala de la audiencia, puede que hable en algún momento para ayudar a explicar algo o para avisarle al juez o jueza si cree que no entendiste una pregunta.
📌 Actualización (septiembre de 2026): La decisión de permitir que un Amigo de la Corte esté presente depende de cada juez y de cada sala de audiencias. Es decir, la regla no es igual para todos los casos: es posible que en algunas salas se permita la entrada y en otras no.
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👮Oficial del Tribunal (Court Officer o Bailiff, en inglés)
Qué hace: Mantiene la sala segura y se asegura de que todas las personas sigan las reglas.
Dónde se sienta/se para: Cerca de la puerta o al costado.
Qué ropa usa: Uniforme, generalmente con una placa.
Cómo reconocerlo/la: Probablemente no te hablará ni interactuará contigo a menos que haya un problema o esté ayudando al juez/a.
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🧑🏼💻 Secretario/a del Tribunal (Clerk, en inglés)
Qué hace: Ayuda al juez/a con el papeleo y mantiene al día el calendario.
Dónde se sienta: Cerca del juez/a, generalmente en un escritorio más pequeño.
Qué ropa usa: Ropa de oficina.
Cómo reconocerlo/a: Estará escribiendo u organizando documentos; no hablará mucho durante la audiencia. Si asistes a tu audiencia en persona, probablemente tendrás que registrarte con el/la secretario/a cuando entres a la sala del tribunal. Ellos/as también pasarán documentos entre tú y el/la juez/a; al final de la audiencia te entregarán un papel con la fecha de tu próxima audiencia, y recibirán cualquier documento que presentes para entregárselo al juez/a.
Para saber cómo revisar el estado de tu caso, haz clic aquí. Recuerda: revisa el estado de tu caso varias veces por semana para mantenerte informado/a sobre cualquier cambio en la fecha, hora o lugar de tu audiencia.
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¿Tienes preguntas? ¡Contáctanos! Estamos aquí para ayudarte.
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Este artículo ofrece información general y no debe considerarse asesoramiento legal. Asegúrate de hablar con un abogado/a sobre tu caso específico.
Última actualización: 21 de septiembre, 2026.
ImportaMí es un proyecto dedicado a proporcionar información confiable, accesible y relevante para menores no acompañados y sus patrocinadores en los Estados Unidos. ImportaMí es parte de Signpost, una iniciativa del Comité Internacional de Rescate junto con otras organizaciones que crea centros de ayuda digital para personas impactadas por conflictos, desastres, pobreza y violencia.
- [🧑🏽🤝🧑🏾 No tienes que ir solo/a: programas de acompañamiento para la corte de inmigración](https://www.importami.org/:locale/articles/31048699845149):
Enfrentar la corte de inmigración puede ser intimidante, especialmente para jóvenes que están navegando el sistema por primera vez. Pero no tienes que pasar por esto solo/a. En todo el país, existen programas de acompañamiento que apoyan a inmigrantes durante su proceso legal. Estos programas ofrecen apoyo emocional, orientación y solidaridad, sin poner a nadie en riesgo legal.
Sigue leyendo para aprender más sobre:
- Qué son los programas de acompañamiento
- Por qué es crucial asistir a tu audiencia en la corte de inmigración
- Quién puede acompañarte a la corte (y quién no debería)
- Cómo encontrar un programa de acompañamiento cerca de ti
¿Qué son los programas de acompañamiento?
Los programas de acompañamiento son iniciativas comunitarias que conectan a inmigrantes con voluntarios capacitados que asisten en audiencias en la corte, citas de registro u otras reuniones relacionadas con inmigración. Estos voluntarios no ofrecen representación legal, pero sí brindan:
Apoyo emocional en momentos difíciles
Ayuda con la logística, como transporte o papeleo
Una muestra visible de solidaridad que puede influir positivamente en cómo se trata a una persona en la corte
Algunos programas también conectan a los participantes con asistencia legal, apoyo para vivienda o recursos de salud mental.
Por qué es crucial asistir a tu audiencia en la corte:
Faltar a una audiencia programada en la corte de inmigración puede tener consecuencias graves. Si no te presentas, el/la juez/a puede emitir una orden de deportación en tu ausencia. Si no estás seguro/a de la fecha de tu audiencia o necesitas ayuda para llegar, los programas de acompañamiento pueden ayudarte a mantenerte organizado/a y apoyado/a. Presentarte es una de las cosas más importantes que puedes hacer para proteger tu futuro.
📌 Nota: recuerda revisar el estado de tu caso con frecuencia, ya que la fecha, hora y lugar de tu audiencia pueden cambiar. Para más información sobre cómo revisar el estado de tu caso, haz clic aquí.
Quién puede acompañarte (y quién no debería):
A la hora de decidir quién te va a acompañar en tu cita, es natural querer que familiares o amigos/as vayan contigo, pero es importante tener en cuenta que las personas indocumentadas corren un mayor riesgo a que se las identifique y/o detenga en un espacio federal como la corte de inmigración.
En su lugar, los programas de acompañamiento te conectan con voluntarios capacitados que pueden asistir de manera segura y que conocen cómo navegar el sistema. Estos voluntarios suelen formar parte de grupos religiosos, organizaciones sin fines de lucro o colectivos de defensa de los derechos de los inmigrantes.
Cómo encontrar un programa de acompañamiento cerca de ti:
Aquí tienes algunas maneras de conectarte con un programa de acompañamiento local:
¡Contacta a ImportaMi! Nuestros enlaces comunitarios están aquí para ayudarte a encontrar recursos locales.
📍 ¿Ya revisaste nuestro mapa de servicios? Agregamos programas confiables y verificados a este mapa regularmente.
Pregunta a tu trabajador/a social, si tienes uno/a, o a un proveedor de asistencia legal, si ya estás en contacto con alguno.
Comunícate con grupos locales de defensa de inmigrantes; muchos organizan iniciativas de acompañamiento o pueden referirte.
Busca en línea usando términos como “acompañamiento corte de inmigración [tu ciudad]” o “programas de apoyo para inmigrantes cerca de mí.”
Contacta a organizaciones religiosas como iglesias, sinagogas o mezquitas; muchas apoyan o albergan estos programas.
Si estás en la escuela, tu consejero/a o trabajador/a social también puede ayudarte a encontrar recursos.
¡No estás solo/a!
La corte de inmigración puede hacer que te sientas apartado/a, pero los programas de acompañamiento nos recuerdan que la comunidad es poderosa. Ya sea porque que te enfrentes a tu primera audiencia o regreses a otras posteriores, estos programas existen para hacer que el proceso resulte menos intimidante.
Este artículo ofrece información general y no debe considerarse asesoramiento legal. Asegúrate de hablar con un abogado/a sobre tu caso específico.
Última actualización: 15 de octubre, 2025
ImportaMí es un proyecto dedicado a proporcionar información confiable, accesible y relevante para menores no acompañados y sus patrocinadores en los Estados Unidos. ImportaMí es parte de Signpost, una iniciativa del Comité Internacional de Rescate junto con otras organizaciones que crea centros de ayuda digital para personas impactadas por conflictos, desastres, pobreza y violencia.
- [⚒️ Leyes de trabajo infantil: conoce tus derechos y mantente seguro/a](https://www.importami.org/:locale/articles/29413260623389):
Si eres adolescente y estás trabajando (o pensando en trabajar) en Estados Unidos, es súper importante que conozcas tus derechos. No todos los trabajos son seguros o justos, y lamentablemente, hay jóvenes que son explotados o incluso forzados a trabajar en situaciones peligrosas. Por eso existen las leyes de trabajo infantil: para protegerte a ti, tu salud, tu educación y tu futuro.
Estas leyes también aseguran que los niños y niñas no sean obligados a trabajar cuando todavía son muy jóvenes. Si tienes menos de cierta edad, tienes derecho a ir a la escuela, a estar seguro/a y a crecer sano/a sin que te empujen a trabajar de manera insegura o injusta.
En este artículo te vamos a explicar qué significa realmente la explotación laboral y la trata de personas, cómo las leyes de EE. UU. están diseñadas para proteger a jóvenes trabajadores como tú, y cuáles son los indicadores de alerta que debes tener en cuenta en el trabajo. También hablaremos sobre otra información útil para trabajar con permiso en el país y sobre qué documentos podrías necesitar.
Importante: No importa cuál sea tu estatus migratorio, tienes derecho a un lugar de trabajo seguro y saludable, a que te paguen justamente y a que te traten con respeto y dignidad. Conocer tus derechos puede ayudarte a mantenerte seguro/a y a pedir ayuda si algo no va bien.
Este artículo te va a ayudar a entender mejor estos temas:
1. 👷🏾♂️ ¿Qué es el trabajo infantil, la trata laboral y la explotación laboral?
Entender las diferentes formas en que pueden aprovecharse de los jóvenes en el trabajo es clave para mantenerte seguro/a y conocer tus derechos.
Trabajo infantil ilegal → Esto ocurre cuando alguien obliga a trabajar a un menor de la edad legal para trabajar, o le pide que realice un trabajo que es demasiado peligroso, demasiado exigente o que interfiere con su educación. Esto incluye trabajar demasiadas horas, hacer trabajos peligrosos o tener que trabajar en horario escolar.
Explotación laboral → Es un término general que se usa cuando alguien, incluyendo patrocinadores o miembros de tu familia, se aprovecha de ti como trabajador/a. Esto podría significar que no te pagan lo justo por el trabajo que haces, que alguien te obliga a trabajar muchas horas y/o que alguien te hace realizar trabajos peligrosos.
Trata laboral→ La trata ocurre cuando alguien es forzado/a, manipulado/a o engañado/a para trabajar. Los traficantes pueden usar distintas técnicas para obligar a la persona a trabajar, como quedarse con su pasaporte, mentirle o amenazarla (incluyendo amenazas de llamar a los Servicios de Protección Infantil (Child Protection Services, o CPS en inglés) o a inmigración).
📌 Nota: Existen otros tipos de trata además de la laboral. La trata sexual y la servidumbre doméstica también son graves y comunes. Si quieres saber más sobre los diferentes tipos de trata de personas y cómo reportarla, échale un vistazo a este artículo.
Entender qué son el trabajo infantil ilegal, la explotación laboral y la trata es el primer paso para mantenerte seguro/a. Ahora vamos a ver qué leyes existen para protegerte a ti y a otros jóvenes trabajadores de estas situaciones peligrosas.
2. ⚖️ ¿Qué leyes existen para proteger a los menores en el trabajo?
Existen leyes tanto estatales como federales (a nivel nacional) que protegen a los menores y adolescentes en el lugar de trabajo. Las leyes de trabajo infantil evitan que los menores trabajen:
🧒🏽 cuando son demasiado jóvenes.
⏳ demasiadas horas.
🚜 en trabajos peligrosos.
🧒🏽 Edad mínima → La ley federal dice que debes tener al menos 14 años para poder trabajar. Sin embargo, esta edad mínima puede variar un poco dependiendo del estado donde vivas y del tipo de trabajo que quieras hacer. Por ejemplo, algunos estados permiten que los niños y niñas de 12 o 13 años trabajen en agricultura. También se permite que los menores de 14 años trabajen en negocios familiares.
⏳ Horas máximas → Aunque cumplas con la edad mínima para trabajar, hay leyes que limitan cuántas horas puedes trabajar.
Reglas de horario que protegen a los jóvenes de 14 y 15 años:
No se puede pedir a un menor que trabaje más de 8 horas al día cuando no hay clases, ni más de 3 horas al día durante horario escolar.
Se puede pedir que trabaje hasta 40 horas a la semana fuera del año escolar, pero solo 18 horas por semana durante el año escolar.
No se les puede pedir que trabajen durante el horario escolar, ni antes de las 7:00 a.m. ni después de las 7:00 p.m. Entre junio y septiembre, el horario nocturno se extiende hasta las 9:00 p.m.
La ley federal no impone límites en las horas que se puede pedir trabajar a jóvenes de 16 y 17 años, pero muchos estados sí tienen leyes que limitan las horas de trabajo para este grupo de edad.
👉 Puedes revisar esta tabla de leyes por estado para ver las reglas específicas según tu edad y dónde vives. Nota: La tabla está solo en inglés. Si necesitas ayuda para entenderla, no dudes en contactarnos.
🚜 Seguridad en el trabajo → La ley federal prohíbe pedir a los menores que hagan trabajos que se consideran peligrosos.
Esto incluye trabajos que requieren usar maquinaria pesada, herramientas peligrosas o manejar ciertos vehículos.
¡Importante!La responsabilidad del empleador es asegurarse de que el lugar de trabajo sea seguro, que el/la menor reciba entrenamiento adecuado, que sepa qué hacer si se lastima, que se sienta cómodo/a haciendo preguntas y que tenga el equipo de seguridad personal necesario.
🔎 Para aprender más sobre las leyes laborales federales y los trabajos (agrícola y no agrícola) que puedes o no puedes hacer, revisa esta guía del Departamento de Trabajo.
Además de las leyes sobre edad, horas y seguridad, también existen leyes que protegen a los menores contra el robo de salario.
💵 El robo de salario (wage theft en inglés) → ocurre cuando un empleador no paga lo que debe según la ley. Algunos ejemplos son:
Pagar menos del salario mínimo (el salario mínimo varía según el estado).
No pagar horas extra (cuando trabajas más de 40 horas a la semana).
Hacer que trabajes “fuera del horario” (antes o después de tu turno sin pagarte).
No darte descansos para comer o descansar.
Quedarse con tus propinas.
📌 Notas importantes:
Es responsabilidad del empleador seguir todas estas leyes y proteger tus derechos como trabajador menor de edad.
Cuando la ley federal y la ley estatal son diferentes, se debe seguir la ley más estricta. Por ejemplo, si la ley federal permite trabajar desde los 14 años, pero tu estado dice que hasta los 15, entonces se aplica la de 15.
Estas leyes protegen a todos los menores, sin importar su estatus migratorio o si están trabajando con o sin permiso.
3. 🚩 ¿Cómo sé si me están explotando?
Los jóvenes son especialmente vulnerables a la explotación en el trabajo. A veces, es difícil saber si lo que estás viviendo es solo un “mal trabajo” o algo más serio como explotación laboral o trata. Si algo te parece raro, injusto o inseguro, es importante que prestes atención.
Aquí tienes una lista de indicadores de alerta (también llamadas ‘banderas rojas’) que podrían indicar que tú o alguien que conoces está siendo explotado/a o es víctima de trata.
Banderas rojas de la explotación en el trabajo:
🚩 No te pagan, o te pagan mucho menos de lo que te prometieron.
🚩 No te dejan hablar con otras personas o usar tu teléfono sin supervisión.
🚩 Trabajas muchas horas.
🚩 Trabajas durante el horario escolar.
🚩 Tu trabajo te hace sentir miedo o inseguridad.
🚩 No te dejan tomar descansos.
🚩 Sientes que no te van a dejar renunciar.
🚩 Te dicen que mientas sobre tu edad o sobre cómo conseguiste el trabajo.
🚩 No tienes control sobre tu dinero (alguien más lo guarda o se lo queda).
🚩 Alguien guarda tu pasaporte, identificación u otros documentos.
🚩 Alguien amenaza con llamar a los Servicios de Protección Infantil (CPS) o a inmigración si no haces lo que te piden.
Nota: Recuerda que la trata laboral es solo un tipo de trata. Para ver más señales de alerta sobre la trata de personas en general, haz clic aquí.
4. 🆘 ¿Cómo puedo pedir ayuda?
Si crees que tú o alguien que conoces está siendo explotado/a o es víctima de trata en el trabajo, es muy importante contárselo a alguien.
Hay varias personas y lugares a los que puedes acudir para pedir ayuda:
📞 Si tú o alguien más está en peligro inmediato, llama al 911. Llamar al 911 te pondrá en contacto con la policía u otras autoridades que pueden ayudarte de inmediato.
Para más información sobre el 911 y otras líneas de crisis en los EE.UU., haz clic aquí.
👨🏽🏫 Habla con un adulto seguro. Si hay un padre/madre, maestro/a u otro adulto seguro con el que te sientas cómodo/a, puedes pedirles ayuda y orientación sobre cómo reportar el crimen.
🤳🏽 Si crees que eres víctima de trata laboral:
Ponte en contacto con la Línea Nacional de Trata de Personas. La línea es gratuita, confidencial, disponible 24/7, y disponible en inglés y español. Ponte en contacto:
🧑🏽💻 Si crees que eres víctima de explotación laboral o robo de salario:
Puedes presentar una queja ante el Departamento de Trabajo (DOL). Puedes hacerlo aquí.
Nota: Necesitarás reunir evidencias para presentar tu queja.
📍 También hay muchas organizaciones locales y estatales que existen para proteger los derechos laborales de las personas.
⚠️ Importante: Si hablas o presentas una queja sobre tu trabajo, tu jefe/jefa no puede castigarte por eso. No pueden despedirte, reducirte las horas ni tratarte mal solo por defender tus derechos.
5. 🧑🏽⚖️ La importancia de los permisos de trabajo y de hablar con un/a abogado/a
⚠️ Importante: Necesitas permiso para trabajar en EE. UU. Trabajar sin permiso puede afectar negativamente tu caso migratorio. Para trabajar con permiso en el país, necesitas una autorización de trabajo (también llamado Documento de Autorización de Empleo o EAD, por sus siglas en inglés). Este documento muestra que tienes permiso para trabajar en EE. UU. y ayuda a protegerte contra abusos por parte de empleadores.
Saber si puedes o no obtener un EAD, y cuándo puedes solicitarlo, depende del tipo de alivio migratorio que tengas (por ejemplo, si eres solicitante de asilo, tienes estatus SIJS, eres residente permanente, etc.).
🎥 Mira este video para aprender más sobre qué es un permiso de trabajo:
Hablar con un/a abogado/a puede ayudarte a:
✅ Entender qué formas de alivio migratorio puedes solicitar.
📌 Nota importante: Si eres sobreviviente de trata laboral u otros delitos graves, podrías cumplir con los requisitos para protecciones migratorias especiales como la visa T o la visa U. Habla con un/a abogado/a lo antes posible en estos casos para que te ayude con el proceso.
✅ Saber si puedes solicitar un EAD con tu estatus migratorio o el tipo de alivio migratorio que tienes.
✅ Entender cuándo y cómo solicitar un permiso de trabajo o algún tipo de alivio migratorio.
🔍 ¿Necesitas ayuda para encontrar un/a abogado/a? ¡Contáctanos!
Este artículo ofrece información general y no debe considerarse asesoramiento legal. Asegúrate de hablar con un abogado/a sobre tu caso específico.
Última actualización: 6 de agosto, 2025.
ImportaMí es un proyecto dedicado a proporcionar información confiable, accesible y relevante para menores no acompañados y sus patrocinadores en los Estados Unidos. ImportaMí es parte de Signpost, una iniciativa del Comité Internacional de Rescate junto con otras organizaciones que crea centros de ayuda digital para personas impactadas por conflictos, desastres, pobreza y violencia.
- [👩🏾⚖️ Tu primera audiencia en la corte de inmigración: qué esperar y cómo prepararte](https://www.importami.org/:locale/articles/29230367858845):
Si eres inmigrante en los Estados Unidos, es muy probable que tengas una audiencia programada en la corte. Una audiencia es una reunión con un/a juez/a. Un/a juez/a de inmigración escuchará tu caso y decidirá qué sucederá con tu estatus migratorio. Es muy importante que busques un/a abogado/a de inmigración antes de tu audiencia. Un/a abogado/a puede ayudarte a entender tu situación legal, preparar tu caso y representarte ante el/la juez/a. Si aún no has encontrado uno/a, es muy importante asistir a todas tus audiencias en la corte. Faltar a cualquier cita en la corte puede tener consecuencias graves, incluyendo que el/la juez/a ordene tu deportación (lo que significa ser enviado de regreso a tu país de origen).
Ir a la corte puede parecer intimidante o confuso, especialmente sin un/a abogado/a, pero es una parte fundamental de tu proceso de inmigración. Piensa en esto como una oportunidad para contar tu historia y explicar por qué deseas quedarte en EE.UU.
Este artículo está aquí para ayudarte a sentirte más preparado/a y seguro/a. Aprenderás qué es una Audiencia de Calendario Maestro (Master Calendar Hearing o MCH en inglés), qué esperar al llegar a la corte y algunos consejos para que todo salga lo mejor posible. Sigue leyendo para conocer la respuesta a estas preguntas:
1. 📆 ¿Cómo sé si tengo una audiencia programada en la corte?
Si estuviste en un albergue cuando llegaste a EE.UU., es probable que te hayan dado un Aviso de Comparecencia (NTA, por sus siglas en inglés). El NTA te dirá cuándo y dónde será tu primera audiencia. También es posible que recibas un aviso actualizado por correo con una nueva fecha y/o ubicación.
📌 Consejo importante:
La fecha, hora y ubicación de tu audiencia pueden cambiar. Es muy importante que revises el estado de tu caso al menos una vez por semana para asegurarte de no perderte tu audiencia. Puedes revisar los detalles de tu caso por teléfono o en línea. Para más información sobre cómo verificar el estado de tu caso, haz clic aquí.
2. 👩🏾⚖️ ¿Qué puedo esperar en mi primera audiencia en la corte?
Tu primera audiencia en la corte de inmigración se llama audiencia de calendario maestro (MCH, por sus siglas en inglés). Es una oportunidad para que el/la juez/a revise los detalles de tu caso, te explique tus derechos y programe futuras audiencias. En tu primera audiencia, el/la juez/a no tomará una decisión final sobre tu estatus migratorio.
Dependiendo de los detalles de tu caso, tu MCH puede llevarse a cabo en persona en el tribunal o en línea. Si no tienes un/a abogado/a, es más probable que la audiencia sea presencial. Si tienes un/a abogado/a, el/la juez/a decidirá si tu audiencia será en persona o virtual.
☝🏽Nota: Es posible pedir que tu audiencia sea en línea en lugar de en persona. Para hacerlo, debes presentar una moción para cambiar el formato de la audiencia. Este proceso puede ser complicado, por lo que recomendamos buscar ayuda legal. Sino tienes un/a abogado/a que lo haga por ti, puedes usar esta guía para hacerlo por tu cuenta.
En persona: ¿qué sucederá en mi MCH?
Si tu audiencia es presencial, es muy importante que llegues temprano. Deberás registrarte al llegar y puede haber requisitos de seguridad para ingresar al edificio, como pasar por un detector de metales.
📌 Recuerda: Si llegas tarde a tu audiencia, podrías enfrentar consecuencias graves.
Después de entrar al edificio y registrarte, deberás esperar hasta que llegue tu turno. No serás la única persona en la corte esperando para su MCH. Normalmente, el/la juez/a programa varias audiencias en el mismo día. Cuando sea tu turno, llamarán tu nombre y número-A.
Durante la audiencia, estarán presentes un/a juez/a y un/a abogado/a del gobierno. Al ser llamado, deberás ponerte de pie y responder a algunas preguntas sencillas, como confirmar tu nombre, fecha de nacimiento y dirección. Responde con la verdad y de manera educada.
El/la juez/a leerá los cargos en tu contra (las razones por las que el gobierno cree que no deberías quedarte en el país) y te explicará tus derechos.
Si tienes un/a abogado/a, él o ella te guiará en el proceso. Si no tienes un/a abogado/a, puedes pedirle al juez/a más tiempo para conseguir uno/una.
Tu audiencia será breve. Al finalizar, el/la juez/a programará otra audiencia. Si solicitaste más tiempo para encontrar un/a abogado/a, puede que te den otra MCH. También pueden establecer fechas límite para entregar ciertos documentos. Eventualmente (en esta MCH o una futura), el/la juez/a fijará la fecha de tu audiencia principal de inmigración (a veces llamado una audiencia de méritos o una audiencia individual), donde tomará una decisión definitiva sobre tu caso.
📌 Nota: Puede que la audiencia de méritos tome mucho tiempo en ser programada.
En línea: ¿qué sucederá en mi MCH?
Una audiencia MCH en línea sigue un proceso muy similar al presencial. Se llevará a cabo en una plataforma virtual, por lo que es importante contar con buena conexión de internet, una computadora, parlantes, micrófono y un espacio sin ruido y privado (para que puedas mantener tu información confidencial). Tu abogado/a te orientará en este proceso.
Es importante darte suficiente tiempo para preparar tu espacio, asegurarte de que todo tu equipo funciona correctamente y conéctate a tu audiencia con anticipación. Recuerda: llegar tarde a tu audiencia puede tener consecuencias graves.
Al iniciar la sesión, esperarás en una sala virtual hasta que el/la juez/a llame tu caso. No serás la única persona esperando para su MCH. Normalmente, el/la juez/a programa varias audiencias en el mismo día. Cuando sea tu turno, llamarán tu nombre y número-A.
Durante la audiencia, estarán presentes un/a juez/a y un/a abogado/a del gobierno. Al ser llamado, deberás entrar la sala de audiencias virtual y responder a algunas preguntas sencillas, como confirmar tu nombre, fecha de nacimiento y dirección. Responde con la verdad y de manera educada.
El/la juez/a leerá los cargos en tu contra (las razones por las que el gobierno cree que no deberías quedarte en el país) y te explicará tus derechos.
Si tienes un/a abogado/a, él o ella te guiará en el proceso. Si no tienes un/a abogado/a, puedes pedirle al juez/a más tiempo para conseguir uno/una.
Tu audiencia será breve. Al finalizar, el/la juez/a programará otra audiencia. Si solicitaste más tiempo para encontrar un/a abogado/a, puede que te den otra MCH. También pueden establecer fechas límite para entregar ciertos documentos. Eventualmente (en esta MCH o una futura), el/la juez/a fijará la fecha de tu audiencia principal de inmigración (a veces llamado una audiencia de méritos o una audiencia individual), donde tomará una decisión definitiva sobre tu caso.
📌 Nota: Puede que la audiencia de méritos tome mucho tiempo en ser programada.
3. 🗣️ ¿Qué pasa si no hablo bien inglés?
Si no te sientes cómodo/a comunicándote en inglés, no tienes que intentarlo. Podrían malinterpretar algo que afecte a tu caso. Dile al juez/a que necesitas un/a intérprete y menciona el idioma que hablas. Tratarán de proporcionarte uno/una en persona o por teléfono, que traducirá todo lo que digas al juez/a y todo lo que el/la juez/a diga a ti.
Nota: solicitar un intérprete no afecta tu caso de inmigración de ninguna manera, sea el que sea tu idioma preferido.
📌 Si no entiendes bien a tu intérprete (por ejemplo, si es de una región diferente), avisa al juez/a de inmediato para que pueda asignarte otro/otra intérprete o reprogramar tu audiencia.
4. 🧑🏽🤝🧑🏾 ¿Puedo llevar a alguien conmigo a mi audiencia en la corte?
¡Sí! No tienes que ir solo/a a la corte de inmigración. Tener a alguien contigo puede ayudarte a sentirte más seguro/a y tranquilo/a. Puedes llevar a un/a familiar o amigo/a contigo. Sin embargo, es muy importante que la persona que te acompañe tenga estatus documentado(por ejemplo, que sea ciudadano estadounidense o tenga residencia permanente legal). Los oficiales de inmigración pueden cuestionar a la persona que va contigo, y si no tiene estatus documentado, podrían tomar acciones legales (como detenerlo/la). En otras palabras, es muy riesgoso que alguien sin estatus documentado te acompañe a la corte.
Consulta con tu abogado/a para asegurarte de que es seguro que tu familiar o amigo/a te acompañe.
Si tienes un/a abogado/a, es probable que él o ella te acompañe a tus audiencias. Tu patrocinador o tutor legal no está necesariamente obligado a asistir a la corte contigo.
Si no tienes un/a familiar o amigo/a que pueda ir contigo, muchas comunidades tienen programas de acompañamiento. Estos programas te conectan con voluntarios capacitados que pueden ir contigo a la corte para apoyarte. No son abogados/as, por lo que no pueden darte asesoría legal, pero pueden hacer que la experiencia sea menos intimidante.
Si necesitas ayuda para encontrar un programa de acompañamiento local, contáctanos.
5. 📄 ¿Qué documentos debo llevar a mi audiencia en la corte?
Cuando salgas del albergue, es probable que te den un paquete con documentos importantes. Es recomendable que lleves todos los documentos que tengas relacionados con tu caso de inmigración. Algunos documentos importantes son:
Aviso de Comparecencia (Notice to Appear, o NTA en inglés)
Verificación de Liberación (Verification of Release, o VOR en inglés)
Documento de identificación (como pasaporte o acta de nacimiento)
Cualquier otro documento que hayas recibido sobre tu caso
📌 Si no puedes encontrar estos documentos, contacta a tu trabajador/a social o contáctanos para que intentemos ayudarte.
6. 👔 ¿Cómo debo vestirme para mi audiencia en la corte?
Es importante vestirse de una manera que muestre respeto. Si puedes, usa ropa que llevarías a un evento formal, como a la iglesia, a una entrevista de trabajo o a una presentación escolar.
✅ Ejemplos de ropa adecuada:
Blusa o camisa
Suéter o chaqueta
Pantalón de vestir (como pantalón tipo khaki o que no sean jeans rotos)
Vestido o falda
Zapatos cerrados
🚫 Cosas que debes evitar:
Ropa con logotipos grandes o palabras
Sandalias abiertas
Gorras
Gafas de sol
Camisetas sin mangas o ropa que exponga el estómago
Jeans rotos
Masticar chicle
📌 Nota: Si la única ropa que tienes es informal (como un t-shirt, jeans, tenis, etc.), ¡no te preocupes! Lo importante es demostrarle al juez/a que eres respetuoso y que te tomas la audiencia en serio. Haz lo mejor que puedas para vestirte de forma apropiada, pero no te estreses si no tienes ropa formal. Los/las jueces de inmigración entienden que podrías tener recursos/opciones de ropa limitadas.
Sabemos que muchas personas tienen miedo de ir a la corte porque han escuchado que ICE podría estar cerca. Pero es importante saber que es más seguro ir a tu audiencia que no ir. Si no te presentas, podrías tener más problemas con inmigración. Ir a la corte muestra que estás siguiendo las reglas, y eso puede ayudarte.
Este artículo ofrece información general y no debe considerarse asesoramiento legal. Asegúrate de hablar con un abogado/a sobre tu caso específico.
Última actualización: 31 de julio, 2025.
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Law Office of Troy J. Mattes. (Julio 22, 2020). How to Dress When Going to Court for an Immigration Issue. https://www.immiglawus.com/blog/2020/07/how-to-dress-when-going-to-court-for-an-immigration-issue/
- [🧳 Guía sobre la salida voluntaria: riesgos, beneficios y qué cambia en 2025](https://www.importami.org/:locale/articles/29114340363805):
Si tú o alguien que conoces está indocumentado en los Estados Unidos, tal vez hayas escuchado sobre algo llamado salida voluntaria (voluntary departure, en inglés). Es una opción legal que permite a inmigrantes indocumentados salir de EE.UU. por cuenta propia, en lugar de ser deportados por las autoridades migratorias. Si estás considerando esta opción, es importante entender antes qué significa, cuáles son los riesgos, y cómo solicitarla.
La salida voluntaria significa que decides salir de los Estados Unidos sin que un/a juez/a te ordene salir. Hay dos tipos de salida voluntaria, dependiendo de cuándo le pidas al juez/a esta opción. Ambos tipos de salida voluntaria deben ser aprobados por un/a juez/a.
El primer tipo de salida voluntaria se llama ‘antes de la decisión final’ (pre-conclusion, en inglés), lo que significa que pides la salida voluntaria antes de que el/la juez/a tome una decisión final sobre tu caso migratorio.
⭐ Es más fácil obtener la salida voluntaria antes de la decisión final.
El segundo tipo se llama ‘después de la decisión final’ (post-conclusion, en inglés), y es cuando pides la salida voluntaria al final de tu caso. Normalmente significa que el/la juez/a ya decidió que no puedes quedarte en EE. UU. y ordenó tu deportación. En ese momento, puedes pedir salir voluntariamente en lugar de ser deportado.
⭐ La salida voluntaria después de la decisión final suele ser más difícil de conseguir.
Para solicitar cualquiera de los dos tipos de salida voluntaria, debes pedirla directamente al juez/a durante tu audiencia en la corte. Para que te la concedan, debes:
admitir que estás en el país sin documentos,
y retirar cualquier solicitud o petición de beneficio migratorio que hayas presentado.
Si el/a juez/a aprueba tu salida voluntaria, deberás salir de Estados Unidos dentro de un plazo específico (normalmente 90 o 180 días). Si no sales a tiempo, podrías enfrentar consecuencias muy graves, como multas costosas y la prohibición de regresar legalmente a EE.UU.
Nota: para obtener más información sobre cómo solicitar la salida voluntaria por tu cuenta (recuerda: recomendamos hablar con un/a abogado/a para que te ayude en este proceso), consulta esta guía del Florence Project.
¿Por qué pedir la salida voluntaria?
Si te aprueban la salida voluntaria, puedes evitar tener una orden de deportación en tu historial. Esto podría facilitarte solicitar beneficio migratorio, como una visa, en el futuro. Sin embargo, la salida voluntaria también puede tener consecuencias negativas para tu caso migratorio. Sigue leyendo para entender los riesgos.
2. ⚠️ ¿Cuáles son los riesgos?
Aunque suena como una opción útil, la salida voluntaria puede tener consecuencias serias:
⚠️ Si has estado en EE. UU. sin papeles por más de un año, salir voluntariamente puede significar que no podrás volver a entrar al país durante 10 años.
Nota: esto no aplica a menores de edad. Si sales de los Estados Unidos antes de cumplir 18 años, no acumularás presencia ilegal.
⚠️ Podrías tener que renunciar a la oportunidad de pedir asilo u otras protecciones legales.
⚠️ Si no sales a tiempo, podrías enfrentar multas de hasta $998 por día y no poder regresar a entrar el país.
⚠️ En la mayoría de los casos, tú tendrás que pagar tu propio viaje de regreso a tu país de origen.
3. 🙋🏽 ¿Autodeportación vs. Salida Voluntaria?
¡Ojo! Aunque estos dos términos suenan parecidos, no significan lo mismo.
Autodeportación (self-deportation or self-deporting, en inglés) es un término informal. Básicamente, significa que decides salir de EE. UU. por tu cuenta, sin pedir permiso a un/a juez/a. La autodeportación puede tener muchos de los mismos riesgos que la salida voluntaria. Pero además, existe la posibilidad de que quede una orden de deportación en tu historial.
Recuerda: la salida voluntaria es un proceso legal formal aprobado por un/a juez/a de inmigración. Debes cumplir con ciertos requisitos y salir dentro de un plazo específico. Si sigues las reglas, puedes evitar tener una orden de deportación en tu historial. Solo un/a juez/a puede otorgar la salida voluntaria.
4. 📰 ¿Qué hay de nuevo en 2025?
El 5 de mayo de 2025, el presidente Trump anunció un nuevo programa de autodeportación a través de la aplicación CBP Home. Las personas que están en EE. UU. sin documentos pueden usar la app para enviar un formulario de “Intención de Salir”.
🚨¡Cuidado! Este programa afirma ofrecer un apoyo económico de $1,000, ayuda con los gastos de viaje y una pausa en las acciones en su contra (como la detención) a quienes quieran autodeportarse (salir del país por su cuenta). Sin embargo, NO hay garantía legalde la entrega de $1,000, ni de que la salida tenga lugar de una manera segura y humana.
🔔 Nota importante: aunque escuches las palabras “salida voluntaria”, este programa es una forma de autodeportación. No es lo mismo que la salida voluntaria tradicional aprobada por un/a juez/a de inmigración.
Este proceso no es un beneficio migratorio legal y no protege tu posibilidad de regresar a EE. UU.en el futuro. Recuerda: si has estado en el país sin estatus migratorio por más de 180 días, salir a través de este programa puede hacer que no puedas regresar por tres o diez años (esto no aplica a menores de edad. Si sales de los Estados Unidos antes de cumplir 18 años, no acumularás presencia ilegal).
5. 😖 ¿Qué debo hacer?
No tomes esta decisión solo/a. La salida voluntaria o la autodeportación pueden parecer buenas opciones, pero es una decisión muy importante con consecuencias a largo plazo. Esas consecuencias pueden variar mucho dependiendo de tu caso migratorio.
Habla con un/a abogado/a de inmigraciónantes de tomar cualquier decisión sobre la salida voluntaria o autodeportación. Un/a abogado/a puede ayudarte a entender tus derechos y cómo esta decisión podría afectar a tu caso.
📌 Nota: no firmes nada sin hablar con un abogado primero.
☝🏾 ¡Conoce tus derechos! Recuerda que tienes derecho a permanecer en silencio y derecho a tener un/a abogado/a. No estás obligado/a a firmar nada sin tener la oportunidad de hablar con tu abogado/a.
Puedes ver/descargar nuestra infografía sobre la salida voluntaria abajo. La guía está disponible en español, inglés, criollo haitiano, francés, pashto, dari, árabe, ruso, ucraniano, suajili, tigriña, nepalí y birmano.
Si necesitas ayuda para encontrar un/a abogado/a, contáctanos.
Para más información sobre cómo encontrar y trabajar con un/a abogado/a, revisa este artículo.
Este artículo ofrece información general y no debe considerarse asesoramiento legal. Asegúrate de hablar con un abogado/a sobre tu caso específico.
Última actualización: 26 de agosto, 2025
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- [🤔 ¿Cuál es mi número-A y dónde lo puedo encontrar?](https://www.importami.org/:locale/articles/4411262341655):
🤔 ¿Qué es mi número A?
Tu número-A (número de registro de extranjero) es un número de 8 o 9 dígitos (por ejemplo, A23456789; por lo general, comienza con el número 2) que te dan cuando llegas a los Estados Unidos. Es normal que cada inmigrante que entra en el país recibe su propio número-A (dos personas no pueden tener el mismo número).
Tu número-A es importante porque:
Se usa para identificarte durante tu proceso de inmigración a las diferentes agencias del gobierno de los EE. UU., como los Servicios de Ciudadanía e Inmigración (USCIS, por sus siglas en inglés), cuando te tomen tus huellas o para pedir tu permiso de trabajo (para que puedas trabajar legalmente en el país).
Ayuda a tener en orden las aplicaciones y distintas peticiones de inmigración que puedes presentar.
Se usa para ver cuándo tienes una audiencia en la corte de inmigración.
Puedes encontrar tu número-A en uno de estos documentos:
Verificación de salida (VOR, por sus siglas en inglés): este documento tiene tu foto en el lado izquierdo. Te lo dan cuando sales del albergue con tu patrocinador. Esta imagen (abajo) es un ejemplo de un formulario VOR.
Aviso de comparecencia (NTA, por sus siglas en inglés): este documento dice que necesitas ir a la corte de inmigración (ante un/a juez/a) para tratar de quedarte en los Estados Unidos (y no ser deportado/a de vuelta a tu país de origen. Esta imagen (abajo) es un ejemplo de un NTA.
Para obtener más información, consulta el siguiente video que explica qué es una NTA:
Si perdiste estos documentos y/o no puedes encontrar tu número-A, puedes llamar a tu trabajador/a social para ver en qué albergue estabas antes de salir con tu patrocinador. El albergue debe tener copias de todos tus documentos en un archivo y pueden enviarte tus documentos de nuevo. Si no te acuerdas del nombre exacto o el lugar donde está el albergue, ¡contáctanos y trataremos de ayudarte a encontrarlo!
⚠️ Recuerda: Este artículo solo es para información general y no son consejos legales. Tú y tu patrocinador deben hablar con un/a abogado/a sobre tu caso específico para entender mejor los posibles tipos de alivio migratorio a los que calificas.
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- [🔎 ¿Cómo puedo ver el estatus de mi caso en la corte de inmigración?](https://www.importami.org/:locale/articles/22099843777181):
Es importante que revises con frecuencia el estatus de tu caso, para saber la fecha, hora y lugar de tu próxima audiencia.
❓¿Qué es el estado de mi caso?
El estado de tu caso incluye información importante sobre tu caso en la corte de inmigración, como:
📅 La fecha de tu próxima audiencia
🕧 La hora de tu audiencia
📍 El lugar donde se llevará a cabo tu audiencia
⚠️ Actualizaciones o cambios en tu caso
A veces las fechas y horas de las audiencias cambian, por lo que es importante mantenerte informado/a.
⚠️ ¿Por qué es importante revisar el estado de mi caso?
Debes revisar el estado de tu caso al menos una vez por semana.
Las fechas y horas de las audiencias en la corte de inmigración pueden cambiar, y es tu responsabilidad saber cuándo y dónde debes presentarte. Revisar el estado de tu caso regularmente puede ayudarte a no perderte actualizaciones importantes sobre tu caso.
🚨 ¡Es muy importante que asistas a todas tus audiencias! Si no asistes a tu audiencia o llegas tarde, es posible que el/la juez/a tome una decisión sobre tu caso y ordene tu deportación (enviarte de regreso a tu país de origen).
⚖️ ¿Qué pasa si todavía no tengo un/a abogado/a?
Debes asistir siempre a tu primera audiencia, incluso si todavía no tienes un/a abogado/a.
📌 Nota: La primera audiencia se llama Master Calendar Hearing (o Master Hearing) en inglés.
En muchas comunidades, existen programas de acompañamiento, donde puedes pedirle a un/a voluntario/a de la comunidad que te lleve y/o te acompañe a tu audiencia. Aunque los voluntarios no pueden brindar asesoría legal, te pueden hacer sentir más tranquilo/a y hacer de esta experiencia algo más sencillo.
El sistema de cortes de inmigración es administrado por la Oficina Ejecutiva para la Revisión de Inmigración (EOIR, por sus siglas en inglés), la agencia encargada de manejar los casos en la corte de inmigración y decidir si puedes permanecer en los Estados Unidos.
Nota: Elige el país que mejor corresponda a tu caso de inmigración. Puede ser el país donde naciste, del que eres ciudadano o nacional, o el último país donde vivías. Si más de un país aplica a tu caso, elige uno. Si no lo encuentras, intenta buscar otro país que también aplique.
Haz clic en ‘enviar’
📞 Llamar a la línea automatizada de EOIR (1-800-898-7180)
Marca 1 para inglés o 2 para español
Ingresa tu número A de 9 dígitos usando el teclado de tu teléfono
Nota: si tu número A tiene solo 8 dígitos, primero ingresa un 0.
El sistema puede repetir tu Número A y/o tu nombre. Sigue las instrucciones para confirmar que la información es correcta o vuelve a ingresar tu Número A si es necesario.
Escucha las opciones del menú. Marca 1 para escuchar información sobre tu próxima audiencia en la corte de inmigración, o elige una de las otras opciones para escuchar otra información sobre tu caso.
⚠️Importante: Si el sistema no puede encontrar tu Número A, es posible que todavía no tengas una audiencia programada en la corte de inmigración. Es importante revisar el estado de tu caso por lo menos una vez a la semana, ya que la información puede cambiar en cualquier momento.
▶️ Mira un video que te explica cómo revisar el estatus de tu caso aquí.
🗣️ Para escuchar la información sobre cómo ver el estatus de tu caso en la corte en varios idiomas Mayas, haz clic aquí.
Puntos claves:
⭐ Revisa al menos una vez por semana el estatus de tu caso puesto que las fechas, horas y lugares de las audiencias pueden cambiar.
⭐ Asiste a todas tus audiencias de inmigración, incluso si todavía no tienes un/a abogado/a. Faltar a una audiencia puede tener consecuencias graves, incluyendo una posible orden de expulsión (deportación).
⭐ Puedes revisar el estado de tu caso por internet o por teléfono.
⚠️ Recuerda: Este artículo solo es para información general y no son consejos legales. Tú y tu patrocinador deben hablar con un/a abogado/a sobre tu caso específico para entender mejor los posibles tipos de alivio migratorio a los que calificas.
Última actualización: 10 de julio, 2026
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- [🚓 ¿Qué hago si detienen a mi patrocinador/a?](https://www.importami.org/:locale/articles/26566775266461):
Puede ser realmente aterrador si detienen a tu patrocinador/a o tutor/a legal. A menudo no hay una respuesta perfecta sobre cómo proceder. Los mejores pasos a seguir pueden depender de muchos detalles, como tu edad, si tienes otros familiares o guardianes en los EE.UU., tu propio estatus migratorio, y muchos otros detalles relativos a tu caso específico.
El objetivo de este artículo es proporcionarte información que te ayude a:
entender qué sucede cuando alguien es detenido/a por ICE.
seguir los pasos necesarios si eres menor de edad y tu padre, madre, o patrocinador/a es detenido/a.
1. Primero, puede ser útil entender qué sucede cuando alguien es detenido/a por ICE.
Nota: Consulta la infografía a continuación para ver cómo es este proceso:
Si la persona detenida por ICE tiene más de 18 años:
La persona puede ser retenida temporalmente en una cárcel local hasta que pueda ser transferida a un centro de detención de ICE.
La persona será llevada a un centro de detención de ICE, donde será procesada y entrevistada.
Dependiendo de los detalles específicos de su caso (por ejemplo, si tiene una audiencia programada en la corte o si ya tiene una orden de deportación), puede que tenga que comparecer en la corte de inmigración, o puede ser retenida hasta que sea deportada. También existe la posibilidad de que sea liberado/a mientras espera su audiencia en la corte.
Si la persona detenida tiene más de 18 años y también es padre, madre o tutor legal:
ICE puede tomar al menor bajo custodia junto con su padre/madre/tutor legal. Esto podría significar que:
el padre/madre/tutor legal es trasladado a un centro de detención de ICE para adultos, mientras que el menor es puesto bajo el cuidado de la Oficina de Reasentamiento de Refugiados (ORR) o Servicios de Protección Infantil (CPS).
o que todos juntos, padre/madre/tutor legal y el menor, sean trasladados a un centro de detención familiar.
Si el menor no está presente cuando se llevan al padre/madre/tutor legal bajo custodia (por ejemplo, el menor está en la escuela), es posible que el niño/la niña regrese y se dé cuenta de que su padre/madre/patrocinador no está, que se encuentra solo/a y tiene que ocuparse de sí mismo/a.
Esta situación puede ser aterradora. A continuación, hemos delineado algunos pasos a seguir si eres menor de 18 años y de repente te encuentras sin tu padre, madre o patrocinador/a.
2. Si tu patrocinador/a está detenido/a y te encuentras solo/a, te recomendamos seguir los siguientes pasos.
El objetivo de estos pasos es ayudarte a sentirte seguro/a e informado/a.
Si creaste un plan de seguridad con tu patrocinador/a o tu familia en preparación para una situación como está, comienza ahí. Sigue los pasos de tu plan de seguridad. Estos pasos pueden incluir detalles sobre cómo contactar a tu abogado/a, un adulto de confianza al que puedas llamar para que venga a buscarte, o un lugar seguro donde puedas quedarte mientras decides qué hacer. Nota: para obtener ayuda en la creación de un plan de seguridad, consulta nuestra infografía aquí.
Asegúrate de estar en un lugar donde te sientas seguro/a. Es importante que no estés solo/a, que tengas un lugar para dormir, que estés abrigado/a, alimentado/a, etc.
Si no tienes estas cosas donde estás, estás solo/a, o simplemente no te sientes seguro/a, llama a un adulto de confianza de inmediato para que te ayude a llegar a un lugar donde puedas quedarte. Un adulto de confianza al que puedas llamar podría ser otro miembro de la familia, un/a amigo/a de la familia, un/a vecino/a, un profesor/a de la escuela, etc.
Recuerda que hay números de teléfono a los que puedes llamar en los EE.UU. para emergencias generales: emergencias médicas, incendios, etc. Si estás en una crisis o peligro inmediato, puedes llamar a estos números. Las líneas de ayuda suelen ser confidenciales y gratuitas, y los/as consejeros/as harán lo posible por ayudarte. Para obtener más información sobre líneas de ayuda y números de emergencia, haz clic aquí.
Ponte en contacto con tu abogado/a. Tu abogado/a puede guiarte sobre los próximos pasos a seguir.
Si no tienes un/a abogado/a, contáctanos. Haremos todo lo posible para conectarte con un/a abogado/a de bajo costo o gratuito.
Localiza a tu patrocinador/a detenido/a.
Consulta la infografía a continuación para entender cómo encontrar a una persona que ha sido detenida/o por ICE.
Una vez que sepas en qué centro de detención está detenido/a, puedes contactar el centro de detención directamente. Probablemente no podrás hablar con la persona detenida, pero es posible que puedas dejar información de contacto para que te llame. Las personas retenidas en detención tienen derecho a hacer llamadas (pero normalmente no pueden recibir llamadas).
Usa esta página para buscar la información de contacto del centro de detención. (Nota: la página para buscar un centro de detención solo está disponible en inglés. Si necesitas ayuda para navegarla, ¡contáctanos!)
Este artículo ofrece información general y no debe considerarse asesoramiento legal. Asegúrate de hablar con un abogado/a sobre tu caso específico.
Última actualización: 11 de abril, 2025.
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- [✉️✈️ Órdenes de expulsión (deportación): ¿qué hago si yo (o mi patrocinador/a) recibimos una?](https://www.importami.org/:locale/articles/24933973413405):
¿Qué es una orden de expulsión?
Una orden de expulsión (a veces llamada deportación o una orden de deportación) es un aviso que dice que debes salir del país.
Un/a oficial de inmigración del Departamento de Seguridad Nacional (DHS, por sus siglas en inglés) o un/a juez/a de la corte de inmigración ordena/decide la orden de expulsión.
El Servicio de Inmigración y Control de Aduanas (ICE, por sus siglas en inglés) hace cumplir la orden de expulsión.
¿Cómo es el proceso de expulsión?
👮 ICE recoge a la persona que ha recibido la orden de deportación.
🚔 ICE transfiere a esa persona a detención (si es un adulto) o a un albergue de la Oficina de Reasentamiento de Refugiados (si es un menor).
🛂 Se organizarán los detalles logísticos de la expulsión, lo que generalmente implica organizar documentos de viaje y vuelos con el país de origen de la persona.
Nota: No hay un tiempo establecido para que este proceso se complete. ICE intentará hacer que este proceso ocurra lo más rápido posible, pero este tiempo dependerá de muchos factores (como el tiempo para obtener documentos de viaje del consulado del país de origen).
¿Qué debo hacer si recibo una orden de expulsión?
1. 🙅♀️ ¡No la ignores! Puedes tener una oportunidad para apelar, pero el tiempo para apelar después de recibir una orden de expulsión es limitado (generalmente tienes 30 días para apelar). Ignorar la orden de expulsión podría hacer que pierdas tu oportunidad de apelar.
Nota: Cuando solicitas una apelación, significa que pides al tribunal que revise la decisión (generalmente porque no estás de acuerdo con ella). Un tribunal superior (normalmente la Junta de Apelación de Inmigración, o BIA por sus siglas en inglés, en casos de inmigración) revisará la decisión y emitirán una nueva decisión.
2. ⚖️ Habla con un/a abogado/a lo antes posible. Un/a abogado/a puede ayudarte a entender tus opciones. Algunas opciones pueden incluir:
Apelar la decisión
Solicitar una forma de "alivio" de la expulsión (por ejemplo: asilo, visas U y visas T son ejemplos de formas de alivio que te permiten quedarte en los EE. UU. y no ser deportado)
Salida voluntaria
Sin embargo, cada una de estas opciones tiene requisitos y consecuencias específicas. Los procesos de solicitud pueden ser complicados, y la opción que elijas puede afectar tu habilidad para regresar a los EE. UU. en el futuro si eres deportado. Un/a abogado/a te puede ayudar a decidir la mejor manera de proceder, dependiendo de tu caso específico. El/ella se asegura también de completes todos los pasos necesarios.
3. 👩⚖️ Asegúrate de asistir a todas las audiencias judiciales. No presentarte a tu audiencia en la corte de inmigración puede ser motivo de expulsión inmediata.
Recuerda que la mejor manera de asegurarte de no perder ninguna audiencia judicial es revisar el estado de tu caso con frecuencia. Si necesitas ayuda para entender cómo revisar el estado de tu caso, consulta nuestra infografía aquí.
Nota: Si tienes 18 años o más y tienes citas programadas con ICE, asegúrate de asistir a las citas con ICE Y a las audiencias en la corte de inmigración. ICE y la Corte de Inmigración son dos cosas diferentes, y es importante que asistas a TODAS tus citas/audiencias con AMBOS (la consecuencia de faltar a una cita/audiencia podría ser la deportación). Para más información sobre esto, consulta nuestra guía para personas de 18 años (próximamente).
¿Qué hago si mi patrocinador/a recibe una orden de expulsión?
Si tu patrocinador/a recibe una orden de expulsión, es posible que deje de ser tu patrocinador/a.
Recuerda que muchas de las mismas reglas que se te aplican a ti, también se le aplican a tu patrocinador/a. Tu patrocinador/a puede tener la opción de apelar la orden de expulsión. También podría tener una opción llamada suspensión de la expulsión. El tiempo para apelar es limitado. Tu patrocinador/a necesita hablar con un/a abogado/a lo antes posible para conocer cuáles son sus opciones.
Tu patrocinador/a necesita hablar con un/a abogado/a, ¡y tú también deberías hablar con un/a abogado/a sobre la situación! Pueden existir otras opciones legales para ti. Es posible que cumplas con los requisitos para solicitar un tipo visa diferente, o que puedas cambiar de patrocinador/a.
Como menor o adolescente no acompañado, es importante estar preparado/a para la posibilidad de que tu patrocinador/a sea llevado a detención o deportado. Esto puede ser aterrador, pero hay pasos que puedes tomar para prepararte y asegurar tu seguridad y bienestar. Una cosa que puedes hacer es preparar un plan de seguridad. Un plan de seguridad incluye detalles que decides de antemano con tu patrocinador/a sobre a quién contactar y adónde ir en caso de emergencia.
A continuación tienes 6 temas importantes para incluir en tu plan de seguridad:
⏹️📞 Ten una lista de contactos de emergencia que incluya adultos de confianza a los que puedes llamar en caso de emergencia.
Habla con tu patrocinador/a lo antes posible sobre quiénes serán tus contactos de emergencia. ¿Hay alguien a quien puedas llamar para que te recoja si detienen a tu patrocinador/a? ¿Hay alguien con quien puedas quedarte? Asegúrate de guardar la información de tus contactos de emergencia en un lugar seguro. Si puedes, memoriza al menos un número de teléfono al que llamar.
⏹️⚖️ Aprende cómo contactar a tu abogado/a. Si tienes un/a abogado/a, memoriza su número de teléfono o guarda su información de contacto en un lugar seguro y accesible.
⏹️📄 Mantén tus documentos importantes en un lugar seguro. Asegúrate de guardar todos tus documentos importantes de inmigración en un lugar seguro y haz copias de ellos. Algunos de estos documentos pueden ser certificados de nacimiento, pasaportes, aviso de comparecencia (NTA), formulario de verificación de liberación (VOR), permisos de trabajo, otros documentos de inmigración relacionados con tu caso de inmigración, etc.
Nota: También es una buena idea dejar una copia de estos documentos con tus contactos de emergencia/de confianza, o informarles del lugar donde pueden encontrarlos si es necesario.
⏹️💵 Ahorra dinero de emergencia. Guarda algo de efectivo y/o una tarjeta de débito contigo en caso de emergencias.
⏹️⛑️ Averigua qué servicios sociales están disponibles en tu área. Pueden existir recursos gratuitos o de bajo costo de alimentos, refugio, asesoramiento, atención médica, etc. Si necesitas ayuda para encontrar recursos en tu comunidad, contáctanos o consulta nuestro mapa de servicios.
⏹️🪪 Asegúrate de conocer la información personal/migratoria de tu patrocinador/a, como su nombre completo, fecha de nacimiento, país de nacimiento y número-A, para que tengas más posibilidades de saber dónde está si le detienen.
Para encontrar a alguien detenido por ICE, puedes intentar usar la Sistema de Localización de Detenidos en Línea de ICE. Para usar la herramienta, visita esta página web e ingresa la información personal de la persona que estás buscando.
Nota: El localizador NO puede buscar a nadie menor de 18 años.
Nota: Descarga un PDF del Plan de Seguridad en inglés o español al final de este artículo.
La detención o expulsión de un/a patrocinador/a puede ser realmente aterradora para todos/a las personas afectadas. Recuerda que hay muchas personas y organizaciones que existen para ayudarte a navegar la situación y mantenerte seguro/a. Si necesitas ayuda para encontrar recursos, organizaciones o un/a abogado/a, ¡contáctanos!
Puedes ver y descargar una infografía sobre órdenes de expulsión aquí.
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Este artículo ofrece información general y no debe considerarse asesoramiento legal. Asegúrate de hablar con un abogado/a sobre tu caso específico.
Última actualización: 3 de febrero, 2025.
ImportaMí es un proyecto dedicado a proporcionar información confiable, accesible y relevante para menores no acompañados y sus patrocinadores en los Estados Unidos. ImportaMí es parte de Signpost, una iniciativa del Comité Internacional de Rescate junto con otras organizaciones que crea centros de ayuda digital para personas impactadas por conflictos, desastres, pobreza y violencia.
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Modern Law Group. (2024). Defensa ante expulsaciones y deportaciones. https://es.lawofficeimmigration.com/nuestros-servicios/deportacion/
- [🛡️ ¿Qué es el asilo? [beneficio migratorio]](https://www.importami.org/:locale/articles/21959096515613):
Hay varias opciones de beneficio migratorio que podrían estar disponibles para ti. ‘Beneficio migratorio’ (también llamado ‘alivio migratorio’) son los diferentes caminos legales que:
pueden potencialmente protegerte de la deportación.
abren la posibilidad de obtener eventualmente la residencia permanente o ciudadanía estadounidense.
Algunas de las opciones de beneficio migratorio incluyen:
📌 ️¡Nota! El proceso de asilo puede ser complicado y cada caso de persona es diferente. Es muy importante que hables con un abogado/una abogada sobre si puedes solicitar asilo u otra forma de protección contra la deportación.
📌 Si prefieres ver la información sobre asilo en una infografía, consulta nuestra infografía sobre el asilo. Esta infografía está disponible para descargar en inglés y en español.
1.🛂 ¿Qué es el asilo?
El asilo es una forma de protección que te permite quedar en los Estados Unidos en lugar de ser enviado/a de vuelta a tu país de origen.
Es posible que puedas solicitar asilo si alguien te ha hecho daño o temes que alguien en tu país de origen o lugar de última residencia habitual podría hacerte daño debido a tu raza, religión, nacionalidad, opinión política o por pertenecer a un grupo social en particular.
⏳ Puede que tengas un tiempo limitado para presentar tu caso de asilo. Por eso es muy importante que encuentres un/a abogado/a lo antes posible, para que puedas hablar con él/ella sobre tus opciones y presentar la solicitud a tiempo.
2.🙋🏽 ¿Cumplo con los requisitos para solicitar asilo?
Habla con tu abogado/a acerca de tu caso para saber si cumples con los requisitos para obtener asilo. Algunos de los requisitos pueden incluir:
Estar físicamente presente en los Estados Unidos o en un puerto de entrada. NO puedes solicitar asilo desde fuera de los Estados Unidos.
Demostrar que:
😞 Te han hecho daño o temes que te hagan daño en el futuro debido a tu raza, religión, nacionalidad, opinión política o por formar parte de un grupo social en particular.
👮♂️ Tu gobierno o un grupo fuera del control del gobierno causó el daño, o podría causarte daño en el futuro, o que el gobierno no te protegerá.
🏠 No tienes otro lugar seguro donde vivir.
🙅♂️ No has cometido un delito grave.
La mayoría de las personas deben solicitar asilo en el plazo de un año después de haber entrado a los Estados Unidos.
Nota: Esta regla no se aplica a los menores no acompañados. Los niños/las niñas no acompañados/as pueden solicitar asilo incluso si han estado en los Estados Unidos por más de un año.
3.📝 ¿Cómo solicito asilo?
Para todas las solicitudes de asilo, debes presentar el Formulario I-589, Solicitud de Asilo y de No Devolución. Dónde y cómo presentar el Formulario I-589 (en línea con USCIS, por correo a USCIS, o con la corte de inmigración) dependerá de los detalles de tu historial y tu caso migratorio:
Si tienes menos de 18 años y has sido designado como niño/a no acompañado/a por el gobierno de los Estados Unidos, es probable que puedas presentar tu solicitud enviándola por correoal Servicio de Ciudadanía e Inmigración de los Estados Unidos (o USCIS por sus siglas en inglés).
¡Consejo Útil! Si no estás seguro/a de dónde y cómo presentar tu solicitud de asilo, usa la Herramienta de Instrucciones de Presentación de USCIS para averiguar si puedes entregársela a USCIS y si debes hacerlo por correo o en línea.
📌 ¡Recuerda! Si los detalles de tu situación migratoria no coinciden con las opciones anteriores, puede que haya otras opciones para ti para solicitar asilo. Además, es posible que puedas solicitar otros tipos de protección o beneficio migratorio. Habla con un/a abogado/a para asegurarte de entender todas tus opciones.
4. ¿Qué hago después de presentar mi solicitud de asilo con el USCIS?
Después de enviar tu solicitud a USCIS:
📃 Deberías recibir un aviso de recibo que te informa que USCIS ha recibido tu solicitud. También tendrá el número de recibo y la “fecha de recepción” (la fecha en que recibieron tu solicitud)
👆 Un tiempo después de que tu solicitud haya sido recibida, recibirás un aviso para una cita biométrica. El gobierno tomará tus huellas dactilares, foto y firma durante esta cita. Es importante asistir a esta cita, ya que no ir puede hacer que consideren la solicitud abandonada.
⚒️ Si tienes edad para trabajar, puedes solicitar un permiso de trabajo 150 días después de presentar una solicitud de asilo.
🗣️ Recibirás un aviso de entrevista de asilo. Este documento te indicará dónde y cuándo será tu entrevista de asilo. Durante tu entrevista, contarás tu historia al entrevistador/a.
Nota: Puede ser que la programación de tu entrevista se demore mucho tiempo. Ten paciencia.
✅❌ Recibirás una decisión. Esto puede tardar desde unos pocos meses hasta un año. Puedes revisar el estado de tu caso con la Herramienta del Estatus de Caso en Línea de USCIS. Necesitarás tu número de recibo.
📌 ¡Nota! Es importante que recibas todos estos avisos de USCIS. Asegúrate de actualizar tu información de contacto y dirección si te mudas. Para más información sobre el Formulario de Cambio de Dirección (EOIR-33), consulta nuestra infografía.
Una vez que recibas la decisión de USCIS:
✅ Si te conceden el asilo:
te convertirás en un asilado/una asilada.
estarás protegido/a contra la deportación a tu país de origen.
después de un año, podrás solicitar el estatus legal de residente permanente.
❌ Si deciden que no cumples con los requisitos de asilo:
tendrás una segunda oportunidad para presentar tu caso ante un/una juez/a.
Nota: esto es específico para menores no acompañados.
Consejos importantes a tener en cuenta al solicitar asilo:
Cuando compartas tu historia y la razón por la que estás pidiendo asilo, recuerda:
📖 No generalices – siempre cuenta tu historia con la mayor cantidad de detalles posible.
🤥 Di la verdad – mentir a un oficial del gobierno bajo juramento es un delito y puede llevar a la deportación.
⚖️ No omitas información importante. Esto puede llevar a que te niegan el asilo.
🛂 Recuerda que las audiencias de asilo son confidenciales.
⭐ Puedes ver/descargar nuestra infografía sobre el asilo aquí.
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Este artículo ofrece información general y no debe considerarse asesoramiento legal. Asegúrate de hablar con un abogado/a sobre tu caso específico.
Última actualización: 6 de junio, 2026
ImportaMí es un proyecto dedicado a proporcionar información confiable, accesible y relevante para menores no acompañados y sus patrocinadores en los Estados Unidos. ImportaMí es parte de Signpost, una iniciativa del Comité Internacional de Rescate junto con otras organizaciones que crea centros de ayuda digital para personas impactadas por conflictos, desastres, pobreza y violencia.
- [🛡️ ¿Qué es el estatus para jóvenes inmigrantes especiales (SIJS)? [beneficio migratorio]](https://www.importami.org/:locale/articles/25253446768413):
Hay varias opciones de beneficio migratorio que podrían estar disponibles para ti. ‘Beneficio migratorio’ (también llamado ‘alivio migratorio’) son los diferentes caminos legales que:
pueden potencialmente protegerte de la deportación
abren la posibilidad de obtener eventualmente la residencia permanente o ciudadanía estadounidense
Algunas de las opciones de beneficio migratorio incluyen:
☝ ️¡Nota importante! El proceso para obtener SIJS puede ser complicado y cada caso es diferente. Es muy importante que hables con un abogado/una abogada sobre si puedes solicitar SIJS u otra forma de protección contra la deportación.
1. 🛂 ¿Qué es SIJS?
SIJS es una opción de beneficio migratorio para jóvenes inmigrantes que han sido ‘maltratados/as, descuidados/as o abandonados/as’ por un/a padre/madre. Obtener la clasificación de SIJS ofrece la posibilidad de:
vivir y trabajar legalmente en los EE.UU.
más adelante solicitar la residencia permanente (una tarjeta verde, o Green Card en inglés) si cumples con los requisitos de elegibilidad adicionales.
Las palabras ‘maltratado’, ‘descuidado’ y ‘abandonado’ pueden ser intimidantes o dar miedo. En el caso de SIJS, estas palabras esencialmente significan que tu situación en casa te hace daño de alguna forma.
📌 NOTA: cada estado establece su propia definición de ‘maltrato’, ‘descuido’ y ‘abandono’, por lo tanto, su significado puede variar dependiendo de dónde vivas en Estados Unidos. A continuación, incluimos las definiciones generales para ayudarte a entender mejor estos términos.
🤕 El maltrato (o el abuso) significa que alguien te está lastimando. El abuso puede presentarse de muchas formas, como abuso emocional o físico. Si alguien más (como un pariente o un/a vecino/a) te está lastimando y tus padres no te protegen, esto puede contar como abuso también.
😰 El descuido (o la negligencia) es cuando uno o ambos padres no te brindan el cuidado que necesitas para tu seguridad y salud. Si tus padres no te alimentan, no te dan un lugar seguro para dormir, o no te cuidan cuando estás enfermo/a, esto podría considerarse descuido.
😔 El abandono es cuando uno o ambos padres no están para cuidarte, o renunciaron a su responsabilidad de cuidarte y mantenerte. Si no has visto o tenido contacto con uno o ambos padres durante cierto tiempo, esto se considera legalmente abandono en muchos estados.
Es muy importante hablar con un/a abogado/a lo antes posible para que te ayude a entender si cumples con los requisitos para solicitar SIJS.
2. 🙋🏽 ¿Cuáles son los requisitos para solicitar SIJS?
Debes cumplir con los siguientes criterios para solicitar SIJS:
📍 Vivir en los EE. UU.
Esto probablemente significa que estás viviendo en los EE. UU. sin documentación, y puedes estar en proceso de deportación (ya tienes un caso en el Corte de Inmigración).
¡Atención! NO puedes solicitar SIJS desde fuera de los EE. UU.
🧒 Tener menos de 21 años.
Aunque puedes solicitar SIJS hasta los 21 años, algunos estados piden que cumplas otros pasos del proceso de solicitud (como obtener una orden judicial juvenil) antes de los 18 años. Consulta con un/a abogado/a para asegurarte de conocer los requisitos de edad en el estado donde vives.
❌💍No estar casado/a.
❌👩👦 No poder vivir con al menos uno de tus padres porque la situación en casa te hace daño O tu padre/madre no te cuida.
👩⚖️📃 Obtener una orden judicial de un Tribunal de Menores en los EE. UU. que diga que:
Dependes de alguien para recibir apoyo y cuidado, o el estado te está cuidando.
No puedes reunirte con uno o ambos padres debido a maltrato, descuido o abandono.
Regresar a tu país de origen no es "lo mejor para ti."
IMPORTANTE: Si te conceden SIJS, es importante saber que este beneficio no permite que, en el futuro, puedas pedir un beneficio migratorio para tus padres.
3.📝 ¿Cómo solicito SIJS?
Estos son los pasos básicos a seguir:
👩⚖️ Habla con un abogado o una abogada.
Un abogado/a te ayudará a saber si SIJS es una opción viable para ti. Si lo es, él/ella te ayudará con el proceso de solicitud.
⚖️ Obtén una orden judicial de un Tribunal de Menores.
Obtener una orden judicial es un paso esencial para obtener SIJS. Cada estado tiene un proceso diferente para obtener una orden judicial juvenil, y es muy importante que hables con un/a abogado/a para que pueda ayudarte con este paso.
📨 Solicita SIJS ante los Servicios de Ciudadanía e Inmigración (USCIS).
Una vez que tengas tu orden judicial del Tribunal de Menores, es posible que puedas rellenar el formulario I-360 y enviarlo a USCIS.
Tu solicitud incluirá la orden judicial del Tribunal de Menores (entre otros documentos).
¡Recuerda! Mientras tu solicitud está en proceso con USCIS, asegúrate de seguir asistiendo a todas tus audiencias programadas en la corte.
✅❌ Espera la decisión.
Lamentablemente, no hay un tiempo de espera exacto. Puede demorarse unos meses, o puede que tengas que esperar mucho tiempo hasta que se tome una decisión.
Entretanto, es posible que USCIS te pida más información antes de tomar una decisión.
Mientras esperas:
Asegúrate de seguir revisando tu correo y el estado de tu caso. A veces la fecha y hora de tu audiencia puede cambiar, por lo que es importante revisar el estado de tu caso menudo. Puedes hacerlo por teléfono o en línea. Para más información sobre cómo revisar el estado de tu caso, consulta nuestra infografía o nuestro video.
Si te mudas a una nueva dirección, siempre asegúrate de presentar un Cambio de Dirección para no perder ningún aviso importante. Para más información sobre cómo presentar un Cambio de Dirección, consulta esta infografía.
4. ➡️ Conoce tus opciones después de la decisión.
Una vez que recibas una decisión, es importante saber cuáles son los siguientes pasos.
❌ Si USCIS deniega tu solicitud:
Puedes tener la opción de apelar (pedir una revisión). Habla con tu abogado/a sobre esta opción.
✅ Si USCIS acepta tu solicitud:
Informa al juez/a en tu próxima audiencia de que tu petición ha sido aprobada.
Dependiendo de tu caso, también es posible que seas considerado/a para recibir acción diferida.
La acción diferida es una decisión temporal del gobierno de Estados Unidos de no deportarte durante un período de tiempo determinado. No te otorga un estatus migratorio legal, pero puede permitirte solicitar un permiso de trabajo si cumples con los requisitos.
Algunas personas con una petición de SIJS aprobada son consideradas automáticamente para recibir acción diferida bajo el caso ACR v. Noem. Otras personas pueden necesitar solicitar la acción diferida presentando el Formulario G-325A ante USCIS.
Después de que se apruebe tu petición de SIJS, también tendrás que solicitar un ajuste de estatus cuando seas elegible. Este es el proceso para solicitar la residencia permanente (Green Card).
Desafortunadamente, puede pasar mucho tiempo antes de que puedas completar este paso debido a los tiempos de espera y a la disponibilidad de visas.
Tanto si decides solicitar SIJS como si no, asegúrate de asistir a todas tus audiencias en la corte, con o sin abogado/a. No asistir a las audiencias programadas puede tener consecuencias graves en el procesamiento de tu caso, pudiendo resultar en una orden de deportación.
Si aún no tienes un/a abogado/a, debes asistir a tu audiencia en la corte de todas formas. Dile al juez/a que necesitas tiempo para encontrar un/a abogado/a.
Dependiendo de tu situación, es posible que el/la juez/a te pida responder a los cargos en tu caso de inmigración. Dile al juez que estás tratando de solicitar el SIJS y pídele tiempo para hacerlo.
Si el/la juez/a no te da tiempo adicional para solicitar el SIJS, habla con un/a abogado/a lo antes posible. Él o ella podrá ayudarte a entender si puedes pedir una revisión de la decisión. Ten en cuenta que los plazos para pedir una revisión de la decisión son muy cortos.
Si necesitas ayuda para encontrar un/a abogado/a o tienes cualquier pregunta, contáctanos.
⭐ Puedes ver/descargar nuestra infografía sobre SIJS aquí.
Puntos claves:
⭐ Es posible que puedas solicitar SIJS si eres menor de 21 años, no estás casado(a), vives en Estados Unidos y no puedes reunirte de forma segura con uno o ambos de tus padres debido a abuso, abandono o negligencia.
⭐ Asiste a todas tus audiencias en la corte de inmigración. Faltar a una audiencia puede afectar gravemente tu caso e incluso resultar en una orden de deportación.
⭐ Una orden de una corte juvenil es una parte esencial del proceso de SIJS. Cada estado tiene reglas diferentes, por lo que es muy importante trabajar con un/a abogado/a.
⭐ Si USCIS aprueba tu petición de SIJS, es posible que más adelante puedas solicitar la residencia permanente (la Green Card) cuando seas elegible. Algunas personas con una petición de SIJS aprobada también pueden ser consideradas para recibir acción diferida, que puede brindar protección temporal contra la deportación mientras esperan.
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Este artículo ofrece información general y no debe considerarse asesoramiento legal. Asegúrate de hablar con un abogado/a sobre tu caso específico.
Última actualización: 6 de julio, 2026
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Recuerda: Es importante que trabajes con un abogado de confianza o un representante acreditado, para que te puedan apoyar legalmente con tu caso y ayudarte a entender mejor el proceso legal. Trabajar con un "notario" o alguien que no esté autorizado para dar consejo legal puede perjudicar tus posibilidades de obtener asilo u otro estatus legal en los Estados Unidos.
1. ¿Quién puede ayudarme legalmente con mi proceso de inmigración?
Solo hay dos grupos de personas que pueden proporcionar asesoramiento legal y ayudarte con tu caso de inmigración:
1. Abogados. Un abogado es un experto en leyes y reglas que te puede ayudar a quedarte legalmente en los Estados Unidos y responder tus preguntas. Un abogado es también alguien en quien puedes confiar para ayudarte en el proceso, y todo lo que hables con él/ella será privado.
2. Representantes acreditados. Un representante acreditado es alguien reconocido por el Departamento de Justicia (DOJ por sus siglas en inglés) y la Junta de Apelaciones de Inmigración (BIA por sus siglas en inglés) que puede representarte ante un juez de inmigración y el Departamento de Seguridad Interna si están plenamente acreditados.
⚠️IMPORTANTE: Un notario NO es un abogado en los Estados Unidos. Los notarios no pueden ayudarte legalmente con tu caso de inmigración. En los Estados Unidos, un notario es alguien que previene el fraude revisando documentos y asegurándose de que sean reales. Si alguien te dice que es notario ("notario público") y puede ofrecerte ayuda legal o asesoramiento, no debes confiar ni trabajar con ellos.
2. ¿Cuáles son los beneficios de trabajar con un abogado?
Trabajar con un abogado puede ser muy beneficioso para lo siguiente:
Escucha tu historia: Un abogado escucha tu historia para entender mejor tu situación, te ayuda a determinar qué camino legal es el mejor para ti y te ayudar a contar tu historia a las personas que toman decisiones sobre tu caso en la corte de inmigración.
Te ayudar a llenar los formularios correctos: Hay muchas formas y documentos que necesitas llenar cuando estás tratando de quedarte en Estados Unidos legalmente. Un abogado puede ayudarte a asegurarte de que estás llenando los formularios correctos y que estás haciendo todo correctamente.
Te representarte en la corte: Cuando tengas que ir a la corte y hablar de tu caso, un abogado puede ser tu defensor y ayudarte a preparar tu caso.
Te defiende a ti y tus derechos: Un abogado se asegurará de que tu voz sea escuchada y tus derechos protegidos.
3. ¿Cómo puedo encontrar un buen abogado?
Para encontrar un buen abogado, es importante trabajar con alguien que tenga experiencia en derecho de inmigración (y/o sea miembro de AILA). Puedes verificar si un abogado está autorizado para ejercer en tu estado siguiendo estos pasos:
Encuentra y haz clic en el estado donde vives y haz clic en el enlace a la Asociación de Abogados de tu estado.
Ingresa el nombre del abogado o número de colegiado para ver su perfil.
El perfil tendrá información de contacto básica, si el abogado puede ejercer la ley y si ha tenido algún problema ético.
Otra herramienta útil: el Mapa de Servicios de ImportaMí
Si necesitas ayuda para encontrar un abogado de inmigración, puedes usar nuestro Mapa de Servicios, una herramienta gratuita disponible en nuestro sitio web. El mapa incluye más de 1,200 organizaciones en todo el país que ofrecen asistencia legal y otros servicios de apoyo para niños, niñas y jóvenes no acompañados.
Para usarlo,haz clic eneste enlaceyexploralosdistintos tipos de serviciossegún tu ubicación.
Aquí tienes algunos consejos más para ayudarte a elegir un buen abogado:
✔️ Revisa y haz preguntas antes de firmar un contrato (el contrato debe ser proporcionado en tu idioma preferido y se te debe explicar, tienes derecho a pedir explicaciones claras)
✔️ No firmes nada que no entiendas
✔️ Entiende qué tipos de ayuda estás solicitando y las tarifas que se cobrarán (esto debe estar claramente explicado en el contrato e incluir un plan de pago, si es necesario)
✔️ Pide ver los documentos de licencia de tu abogado para asegurarte de que son legítimos
✔️ Pide referencias de otros clientes con los que hayan trabajado
✔️ Pide copias de formularios y documentos presentados en tu caso
4. ¿Cuáles son mis derechos cuando estoy buscando un abogado?
Cuando estás buscando un abogado o un representante acreditado para ayudarte, es importante que conozcas tus derechos. No importa si estás pagando al abogado o si te están ayudando de forma gratuita (los servicios gratuitos también se conocen como "pro bono"), tienen las mismas responsabilidades. Recuerda que tienes derecho a:
Despedir a tu abogado o representante acreditado. Si no estás satisfecho con el trabajo del abogado, no tienes que seguir trabajando con él.
Buscar una segunda opinión sobre tu caso. No tienes que comprometerte con el primer abogado que te encuentres, ¡te recomendamos que hables con varios abogados antes de decidir con cuál trabajar!
Por favor, ponte en contacto con nosotros si tienes cualquier pregunta.
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Este artículo ofrece información general y no debe considerarse asesoramiento legal. Asegúrate de hablar con un abogado/a sobre tu caso específico.
Última actualización: 14 de enero, 2025.
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- [📞 Qué puede pasar cuando llamas a un abogado](https://www.importami.org/:locale/articles/8586572758173):
Es muy importante encontrar e ir a ver a un/a abogado/a para explicarle tu caso de inmigración y aprender cuáles son tus opciones.
A veces llamar a un/a abogado/a puede darte miedo, ¡pero recuerda que los/as abogados/as quieren ayudarte!
La primera llamada a un/a abogado/a es muy simple.
Solo tienes que llamar a su oficina y decirle:
Tu nombre completo.
Tu número de teléfono (incluyendo el código de área).
Que viniste a los Estados Unidos como un menor no acompañado y necesitas representación legal.
Que te gustaría programar una consulta inicial (esto significa simplemente que es la primera vez que hablas con el/la abogado/a sobre tu caso y tus opciones).
📌 ¡Consejo! Es importante hacer una lista de los/as abogados/as a los que trataste de llamar o con los que estás ya en contacto. Así es más fácil hacer seguimiento y saber a quién tienes que llamar de nuevo. También te ayuda a demostrarle al juez/a que has estado tratando de encontrar representación legal.
☝️ Importante: Aunque algunas consultas iniciales son gratis, algunos abogados/as cobran por las consultas iniciales. Es importante preguntarle al abogado/a si cobra o no por la consulta ANTES de ir a la cita. Si cobran por la consulta y no puedes pagar, algunas organizaciones sin fines de lucro te pueden ofrecer un descuento o, si calificas, suspender el pago (así no te cobran por la consulta).
¿Qué hago si nadie responde y necesito dejar un mensaje?
La primera vez que llames a la oficina del abogado/a, es posible que nadie conteste.
Te puede salir un mensaje de voz en inglés en un contestador automático.
Si no entiendes inglés, te puedes quedar en línea hasta que escuches las opciones en español.
Para dejar un mensaje, espera a que suene el pitido al final.
En el recuadro de abajo encontrarás un mensaje tipo que puedes dejar en la máquina. Si sólo puedes hablar a través de WhatsApp o a través de un teléfono móvil, es importante que lo digas también.
“Hola, me llamo _______________. Soy un menor no acompañado y necesito representación legal. Me gustaría saber el costo y si puedo hacer una consulta inicial. Mi número de teléfono es _____________ en WhatsApp o en mi línea móvil normal.”
¿Qué hago si me responden en inglés?
Si alguien contesta el teléfono la primera vez que llamas, es probable que te hablen en inglés. ¡No cuelgues!
Si no entiendes bien el inglés, puedes preguntar si alguien puede hablar contigo en tu idioma preferido.
Por ejemplo, puedes decir simplemente “¿Hablan español?” o “¿Alguien habla español?” y sabrán que necesitas hablar con alguien en español.
Si pueden, la persona que contesta puede conectarte con alguien que también hable tu idioma. Es posible que necesiten un poco de tiempo para encontrar un/a intérprete. Si te conectan con un/a intérprete, le puedes dar tu información de contacto al intérprete (como el mensaje del recuadro de arriba).
También puede ser buena idea volver a llamar más tarde para dejar un mensaje de voz con toda la información.
🚨Consejo: Si estás nervioso/a porque te respondan en un idioma diferente, puedes ponerte en contacto con Respond Crisis Translation (una empresa de traducción) para ver si pueden ayudarte. Haz clic aquí y llena el formulario para pedir interpretación.
¿Qué hago si nadie me devuelve la llamada?
Recuerda que el/la abogado/a o la organización puede tardar varias semanas en regresarte la llamada porque hay muchos niños/as llamando. ¡No te desanimes y sigue llamando!
Si no recibes respuesta de un/a abogado/a, puedes ir a su sitio web para ver si dan la opción de pedir una consulta en línea.
También puedes enviarle un correo electrónico al abogado/a con toda la información importante que necesita (tu nombre, número de teléfono, que eres un menor no acompañado que necesita representación legal, y que te gustaría programar una consulta inicial).
Puedes copiar y pegar el siguiente mensaje en inglés, pero asegúrate de poner la información correcta en los espacios donde está el texto entre corchetes:
Hello,
My name is [escribe tu nombre completo]. I am an unaccompanied child and need legal representation. Please let me know if you are available and how much you charge for an initial consultation. My phone number is [escribe tu número de teléfono, incluyendo el código de área]. My preferred language is Spanish. Please contact me through WhatsApp or my regular line. Thank you.
Sincerely,
[escribe tu nombre completo]
Si los/as abogados/as que llamaste no ofrecen la opción de pedir una cita en línea, y no devuelven tus llamadas o correo electrónico, puedes ponerte en contacto con ImportaMí. Déjanos saber el nombre del abogado/a y la información de contacto, y trataremos de contactarles para ayudarte.
Este artículo ofrece información general y no debe considerarse asesoramiento legal. Asegúrate de hablar con un abogado/a sobre tu caso específico.
Última actualización: 13 de noviembre, 2025.
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- [🏛️📝 ¿Cómo debo prepararme para mi primera consulta de inmigración?](https://www.importami.org/:locale/articles/21039735999005):
A veces, reunirse con un/a abogado/a en la primera consulta de inmigración puede dar miedo y hacerte sentir intimidado/a, pero ayuda el recordar que quieren ayudarte y que ese es su trabajo. Tu primera reunión con un/a abogado/a suele ser para informarte sobre tus opciones legales y prepararte para tu audiencia en la corte.
En este artículo te explicamos qué esperar durante tu primera consulta de inmigración con un/a abogado/a y cómo prepararte respondiendo a las siguientes preguntas:
⚠️ Es muy importante que hables con un abogado/una abogada sobre tu caso de inmigración lo antes posible, ya que puede tomar algunos meses encontrar uno/a que te represente en tu caso o que te guste.
⚠️ Antes de reunirte con un/a abogado/a, ¡asegúrate de investigar sobre él/ella! Una de las primeras cosas que debes hacer es verificar si está licenciado/a para ejercer la profesión a través de la Asociación de Abogados correspondiente. También puedes buscar opiniones en línea sobre su trabajo hasta la fecha. Para más información sobre cómo encontrar un/a abogado/a, consulta este artículo.
1. 📝 ¿Qué debo llevar a la consulta?
Tu abogado/a necesita conocer todos los detalles sobre tu caso de inmigración, por lo que es importante reunir los siguientes documentos:
📁 Formas de identificación, como tu pasaporte o certificado de nacimiento, si los tienes.
📑 Documentos relacionados con tu caso de inmigración, como tu Notificación para Comparecer (NTA por sus siglas en inglés), formulario de Verificación de Liberación (VOR por sus siglas en inglés) y otros documentos que te hayan entregado en el albergue.
📃 Papeles relacionados con un arresto o cualquier encuentro con la policía (o un delito cometido en tu contra o contra un miembro de la familia).
Ten en cuenta que, aunque copias de los documentos están bien en esta etapa, tu abogado/a puede pedirte los documentos originales más adelante para presentarlos ante el/la juez/a.
Es importante llegar preparado/a para tu primera reunión con el/la abogado/a: asegúrate de llevar un bolígrafo y un cuaderno o una aplicación de notas en tu teléfono. Así podrás anotar fácilmente información importante, como las respuestas a tus preguntas y cualquier detalle nuevo que aprendas. Tomar notas te ayudará a recordar información valiosa compartida durante la reunión.
2. 🤔 ¿Qué debo preparar para compartir con el/la abogado/a?
Tu primera reunión puede ser programada bien con tu abogado/a, o con un/a asistente legal en su lugar. Un/a asistente legal es una persona preparada y calificada profesionalmente para asistir a un/a abogado/a y es normal que se reúnan con clientes, especialmente en sus primeras visitas.
Ya sea con tu abogado/a o con su asistente legal, tu primera reunión es una oportunidad para contar tu historia. Esto permitirá al abogado/a evaluar tu caso y encontrar la mejor manera de ayudarte. Compartir estos detalles puede ser difícil y puede hacerte sentir sensible, pero es crucial que el/la abogado/a entienda tu situación.
Algunas de las preguntas que puedes esperar son:
🌎 Por qué viniste a los Estados Unidos
📅 Fechas importantes como tu fecha aproximada de llegada a los Estados Unidos
👩🏽💼 Si tienes una vista judicial ya programada
🛤️ Detalles sobre tu viaje de inmigración
👮 Tu experiencia en la frontera y/o con los oficiales de inmigración
Recuerda, todo lo que discutas es confidencial entre tú y tu abogado/a. Siempre sé honesto/a y siéntete cómodo/a compartiendo tu historia completa. ¡No te preocupes, tu abogado/a está aquí para apoyarte en cada paso!
3. 🙋️ ¿Qué preguntas debo hacerle al abogado/a?
Esta consulta también es una oportunidad para hacer preguntas y ver si el/la abogado/a es adecuado/a para ti.
Él/ella está aquí para AYUDARTE, así que debes sentirte cómodo/a haciendo cualquier pregunta y pidiendo aclaraciones si algo te resulta confuso.
Estos son algunos temas y preguntas específicas que puedes hacer cuando te reúnas con un/a abogado/a por primera vez:
🌎 Experiencia de inmigración
¿Tienes experiencia con casos de inmigración?
¿Tienes experiencia con casos como el mío?
¿Tienes tiempo para mi caso?
¿Tienes referencias o clientes anteriores con los que pueda hablar?
💵 Costo
¿Cuánto cuesta y cómo pago?
¿Proporcionarás recibos?
📄 Contrato
¿Me darás un contrato por escrito?
¿El contrato será proporcionado en mi idioma preferido?
Este artículo ofrece información general y no debe considerarse asesoramiento legal. Asegúrate de hablar con un abogado/a sobre tu caso específico.
Última actualización: 21 de agosto, 2024.
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- [ℹ️ ¿Qué es la Carga Pública?](https://www.importami.org/:locale/articles/23516468280093):
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“Carga Pública” (Public Charge, en inglés) es un término que puedes escuchar con relación a algunos casos de inmigración. En este artículo, aprenderás:
"Carga pública" es solo un término para una regla que revisa si una persona puede depender económicamente del gobierno. Básicamente, es una manera de ver si alguien puede necesitar mucha ayuda del gobierno en el futuro.
Si a alguien se le declara "carga pública," significa que esa persona depende de ciertos beneficios del gobierno para cuidar de sí misma.
La ley de inmigración permite negar una solicitud si es probable que la persona vaya a depender del gobierno. Sin embargo, no especifica cuánta ayuda cuenta como "demasiada". Por eso, cada gobierno puede establecer sus propias reglas sobre qué se toma en cuenta y qué no.
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2. 📅 ¿Cuál es el estado actual de la regla de Carga Pública?
El 18 de septiembre de 2026 comenzó una nueva regla de carga pública. Esta reemplaza la regla anterior que había estado vigente desde 2022 (de la administración de Biden).
La regla de Carga Pública ha cambiado mucho en los últimos años, lo que la hace bastante complicada. En el siguiente recuadro encontrarás los puntos clave de la regla ANTES y DESPUES del 18 de septiembre de 2026.
ANTES del 18 de septiembrede 2026
REGLA DEL 2022
A PARTIR del 18 de septiembre de 2026
(Nueva) REGLA DEL 2026
Los oficiales solo consideraban dos tipos de ayuda como señal de "carga pública"
Asistencia en efectivo
Cuidado institucional a largo plazo pagado por el gobierno
Beneficios como Medicaid, estampillas de comida (SNAP), o ayuda con la vivienda generalmente NO contaban.
Ahora los oficiales tienen mucha más libertad para considerar cualquier beneficio basado en bajos ingresos ("means-tested", en inglés), incluyendo beneficios que antes no contaban.
Las solicitudes presentadas antes del 18 de septiembre siguen bajo la regla del 2022.
Las solicitudes presentadas en o después del 18 de septiembre están sujetas a la nueva regla del 2026.
Si alguien recibió ayuda antes del 18 de septiembre, eso generalmente no se usará en su contra.
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3. 🤷 ¿Cómo me afecta la Carga Pública?
La Carga Pública puede afectar algunas solicitudes de visa/tarjeta de residencia (green card). Esto significa que el oficial de inmigración podría denegar la solicitud porque el solicitante es una carga pública, o porque existen razones para creer que el solicitante será una carga pública en el futuro.
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Sin embargo, no todas las solicitudes se ven afectadas por la carga pública.
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🚨 La Carga Pública NO afecta:
🚨 La Carga Pública PUEDE afectar a:
Solicitudes de estatus de refugiado o asilo, o solicitudes de tarjeta verde basadas en ser refugiado/asilado.
Nota: para más información sobre solicitudes de asilo, consulta nuestro artículo, “¿Qué es el Asilo?”
Solicitudes de una Visa U o Visa T, o solicitudes de tarjeta verde basadas en tener una Visa U/Visa T.
Solicitudes de Estatus Especial para Jóvenes Inmigrantes (SIJS, por sus siglas en inglés), o solicitudes de tarjeta verde basadas en tener estatus SIJS.
Solicitudes de VAWA (para víctimas de violencia doméstica), o solicitudes de tarjeta verde basadas en VAWA.
Solicitudes de ciudadanía.
Solicitudes para renovar una tarjeta verde.
Personas que solicitan una visa desde fuera de los Estados Unidos.
Solicitantes de tarjeta verde que están solicitando a través de un familiar que tiene ciudadanía estadounidense o residencia permanente legal (una tarjeta verde).
🤔 Si no estás seguro/a de si la regla de Carga Pública puede afectar tu solicitud para estatus legal o no, y no tienes un abogado a quien preguntar, puedes usar la guía "formulario de carga pública” para obtener más información.
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Preguntas y Respuestas
¿Afecta la Carga Pública a mi caso de SIJS o asilo? No. La Carga Pública generalmente no aplica a los casos de SIJS o asilo.
¿Debería dejar de usar ayuda alimentaria, cobertura de salud, u otros beneficios? No, no por tu cuenta. Habla primero con un abogado. Dejar de recibir beneficios sin asesoría puede perjudicar tu salud sin ninguna razón válida.
Ya presenté mi solicitud de tarjeta de residencia. ¿Me aplica la nueva regla? Depende de cuándo la presentaste. Las solicitudes presentadas antes del 18 de septiembre de 2026 siguen la regla anterior del 2022.
¿Con quién puedo hablar para obtener ayuda? Habla con un abogado de inmigración o un representante acreditado por el Departamento de Justicia de EE. UU.
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Para más información sobre cómo encontrar un abogado, consulta nuestros artículos:
¿Necesitas ayuda para encontrar un abogado? ¡Contáctanos!
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Puntos Clave:
⭐ La Carga Pública es una prueba de inmigración de EE. UU. que puede llevar a la negación de una visa o tarjeta de residencia si se considera probable que el solicitante dependa en gran medida del apoyo del gobierno.
⭐La mayoría de los menores no acompañados no enfrentan esta prueba, ya que no aplica a los casos de asilo, refugio o Estatus de Inmigrante Juvenil Especial (SIJS).
⭐ La regla de la Carga Pública se aplica principalmente a las personas que solicitan una visa desde fuera de los Estados Unidos o una tarjeta de residencia patrocinada por un familiar ciudadano estadounidense o residente permanente legal.
⭐ El 18 de septiembre de 2026, el Departamento de Seguridad Nacional de EE. UU. (DHS, por sus siglas en inglés) comienza a aplicar una nueva regla de Carga Pública a las solicitudes de tarjeta de residencia presentadas a partir de esa fecha.
⭐ Cualquier persona que pueda estar sujeta a esta prueba debe hablar con un abogado de inmigración antes de presentar una solicitud de tarjeta de residencia o viajar fuera de EE. UU.
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Este artículo ofrece información general y no debe considerarse asesoramiento legal. Asegúrate de hablar con un abogado/a sobre tu caso específico.
Última actualización: 22 de septiembre, 2026.
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- [🚫 Cómo evitar fraude y estafas de inmigración](https://www.importami.org/:locale/articles/19017889765789):
¿Has oído hablar sobre fraude?
Fraude es cuando alguien intenta engañarte, generalmente por dinero. ¿Sabías que a menudo los estafadores se dirigen a migrantes que están en situaciones difíciles? Es importante tener cuidado en las plataformas de redes sociales como Facebook, Instagram y TikTok donde los estafadores pueden compartir información falsa sobre inmigración.
Recuerda siempre verificar la información con fuentes oficiales o buscar ayuda de organizaciones de confianza para evitar estafas. ¡Mantente informado y protégete del fraude!
Este artículo cubre los siguientes tipos básicos de fraude y cómo obtener ayuda:
Los imitadores del gobierno son personas que mienten y se hacen pasar por empleados del gobierno. Por lo general, contactan a migrantes a través de redes sociales y te piden dinero o información personal.
💡 Recuerda: Los empleados del gobierno solo te contactarán a través de canales oficiales del gobierno. Su información en línea se puede encontrar en los sitios web de uscis.gov y dhs.gov.
🚫 Los empleados del gobierno (de agencias como USCIS, DHS, EOIR, etc.) NUNCA:
📱 Te contactarán a través de redes sociales.
💰 Te pedirán transferir dinero a alguien o pagar tarifas a alguien por teléfono o por correo electrónico.
🎁 Aceptarán Western Unión, MoneyGram, PayPal o tarjetas de regalo como pago de los trámites de inmigración.
2. 💻 Estafas en las redes sociales sobre inmigración
Navegar por el mundo online puede ser complicado, especialmente cuando se trata de temas importantes como la inmigración. ¡Pero no te preocupes- estamos aquí para ayudarte!
💭 Ten cuidado con las publicaciones que suenan demasiado buenas: A veces, la información online puede sonar demasiado buena para ser verdad, como manera rápida de llegar a donde quieres estar. Recuerda, si parece demasiado fácil, ¡probablemente lo es!
✅ Verifica dos veces con fuentes confiables: Piensa en las redes sociales como un gran patio de recreo - es divertido, pero antes de creer todo lo que ves, verifica con fuentes confiables como sitios web oficiales del gobierno u organizaciones comunitarias de confianza.
🙅♂️ Ten cuidado con plataformas no confiables: ¡Lugares como Facebook, WhatsApp y TikTok pueden ser lugares donde circulan historias engañosas sobre la inmigración! Los estafadores podrían intentar conectarse contigo en estas plataformas, prometiendo ayuda, pero al final robándote tu dinero o dándote malos consejos que podrían meterte en problemas.
♻️ ¡Comparte solo información confiable!: Si alguna vez ves algo en línea que suene sospechoso sobre inmigración, ¡no lo compartas! Compartir algo falso puede confundir a los demás.
Algunas mentiras comunes a tener en cuenta que los estafadores comparten en las redes sociales son:
😷 Las fronteras de Estados Unidos están abiertas ahora que la pandemia de COVID está mejorando.
🛤️ Las condiciones ambientales son buenas o seguras en la ruta hacia Estados Unidos,.
🌍 La migración hacia Estados Unidos es "más fácil" ahora en general, y
🗽 Lograrás el "sueño Americano”.
Puedes ver más ejemplos de publicaciones reales de estafas de inmigración en este estudio reciente realizado por el Proyecto de Transparencia Tecnológica (TTP).
💡 Recuerda: Es importante que tú, tu familia y amigos estén al tanto del fraude de inmigración y que no confíen en todo lo que ven en las redes sociales.
3. 👨⚖️ Estafas de Patrocinio
Programas como Uniéndose para Ucrania (United for Ukraine) o Procesos para Cubanos, Haitianos, Nicaragüenses y Venezolanos ofrecen una forma legal de permanecer en los Estados Unidos durante un tiempo limitado. Pero hay un paso importante: encontrar un patrocinador. Algunos estafadores han tomado nota de este requisito, y pueden tratar de engañarte para que les des dinero o información personal.
⛔ Estos estafadores podrían:
Prometer ser tu patrocinador (¡pero a cambio de dinero!): Ten cuidado si alguien te ofrece ser tu patrocinador, pero quiere a cambio dinero o información personal (como los detalles de tu pasaporte).
Hacerse pasar por del USCIS y pedir costo extra: Si recibes un correo electrónico que dice que necesitas pagar extra para que el USCIS revise tu solicitud, ¡ignóralo! Los sitios web del USCIS muestran todas las tarifas por adelantado, y no hay costos ocultos.
Encontrar un patrocinador es importante, pero nunca debería implicar un pago o compartir detalles personales. Si algo en una oferta de patrocinio parece sospechoso, habla con un adulto de confianza o una organización que te ayude para recibir ayuda. Ellos pueden ayudarte a encontrar la información correcta y evitar que te engañen.
💡 Recuerda:
💵 NO envíes dinero a nadie que haga promesas sobre juntar a la familia. à Las agencias no te pedirán que mandes dinero por teléfono.
💳 NO des tus datos bancarios, número de Seguro Social, o información de tarjeta de crédito a nadie por teléfono. à Las agencias no te pedirán que des esta información personal por teléfono.
4. ⚖️ Fraude notarial público
Es común en muchos países de América Latina que los notarios den consejos legales y te ayuden con tu caso de inmigración.
¡Cuidado! En los Estados Unidos, los notarios NO pueden ayudarte legalmente con tu caso de inmigración. Trabajar con un notario o alguien que no está autorizado para dar consejos legales puede perjudicar tus posibilidades de ganar tu caso de inmigración.
💡 Recuerda: Solo un abogado o representante acreditado que trabaje para una organización reconocida por el Departamento de Justicia puede ofrecer consejos legales.
5. 🤝 Obtén la ayuda adecuada
Navegar por el proceso de inmigración puede ser complicado, y contar con la guía correcta es tan importante como la documentación en sí misma. Aunque es normal que amigos y familiares quieran ayudar, pueden cometer errores que causen problemas más adelante. Por ejemplo, alguien dispuesto a traducir o completar formularios contigo podría no estar calificado para darte consejos sobre formularios específicos o saber cómo responder preguntas correctamente. Tómate tu tiempo para encontrar a las personas adecuadas que te ayuden con tu situación de inmigración.
Aquí tienes algunas opciones:
👩⚖️ Abogado de Inmigración: Son abogados que se especializan en inmigración y pueden darte asesoría legal. Para asegurarte de que están licenciados en tu estado, haz clic aquí.
💼 Representante Acreditado: Los representantes acreditados son especialistas en inmigración, pero no son abogados. Trabajan para organizaciones aprobadas por el gobierno de los Estados Unidos para ayudarte a navegar por el proceso de inmigración. Estas organizaciones pueden cobrar una tarifa por sus servicios. Para encontrar un representante acreditado cerca de ti, haz clic aquí.
Si tienes alguna pregunta, ¡contáctanos!
Este artículo ofrece información general y no debe considerarse asesoramiento legal. Asegúrate de hablar con un abogado/a sobre tu caso específico.
Última actualización: 6 de junio, 2025.
ImportaMí es un proyecto dedicado a proporcionar información confiable, accesible y relevante para menores no acompañados y sus patrocinadores en los Estados Unidos. ImportaMí es parte de Signpost, una iniciativa del Comité Internacional de Rescate junto con otras organizaciones que crea centros de ayuda digital para personas impactadas por conflictos, desastres, pobreza y violencia.
FUENTES:
Informe de la Frontera. (6 de septiembre de 2022). Los rumores siguen engañando a los migrantes sobre las oportunidades de asilo. Obtenido de https://tinyurl.com/39jzysef
- [💸 ¿Cómo puedo pagar mi educación después de la escuela secundaria?](https://www.importami.org/:locale/articles/35285146449437):
Pagar la universidad (o un college) o una escuela técnica puede resultar confuso—especialmente para estudiantes inmigrantes y recién llegados/as. Las instituciones educativas suelen usar términos poco conocidos, y las reglas pueden variar según tu estatus migratorio y el lugar donde vives.
Este artículo explica las formas más comunes en que los estudiantes pagan su educación después de la escuela secundaria.
La ayuda económica es cualquier dinero o apoyo que ayuda a los estudiantes a pagar el costo de la educación después de la escuela secundaria.
La ayuda económica puede provenir de:
el gobierno
los estados
colleges y universidades
organizaciones privadas y organizaciones sin fines de lucro
La ayuda económica puede ser dinero gratuito, dinero que ganas trabajando o dinero que pides prestado y pagas más adelante.
¿Qué tipos de ayuda económica existen?
Hay cuatro tipos principales de ayuda económica. Los estudiantes suelen usar más de una al mismo tiempo. Cumplir con los requisitos para los diferentes tipos de ayuda financiera puede depender de tus ingresos, tu estatus migratorio y el lugar donde vives.
🎓 Becas (scholarships, en inglés) – dinero gratuito que no se devuelve
🎁 Subvenciones (grants, en inglés) – dinero gratuito basado en necesidad económica
💳 Préstamos (loans, en inglés) – dinero que pides prestado y debes pagar
💼 Programas de trabajo‑estudio (work-study, en inglés) y empleos para estudiantes – dinero que ganas trabajando
2. 🎓 ¿Qué son las becas y cómo funcionan?
Las becas son dinero que se otorga a los estudiantes para ayudar a pagar la escuela y no se tienen que devolver.
A diferencia de los préstamos, las becas son un regalo. Si recibes una, puedes quedarte con el dinero siempre que cumplas con las reglas del programa.
Las becas pueden:
ayudar a pagar la matrícula, libros, vivienda, transporte u otros gastos escolares
otorgarse una sola vez o renovarse cada año
provenir de escuelas, organizaciones sin fines de lucro, fundaciones u organizaciones privadas
¿Quién puede recibir becas?
Las becas se otorgan por muchas razones diferentes, no solo por las calificaciones. Algunas se basan en:
💸 necesidad económica (cuánto dinero gana tu familia)
💯 rendimiento académico o logros escolares
🎖️ liderazgo, voluntariado o participación comunitaria
👩🏽🎨 deportes, arte u otros talentos
🌎 ser estudiante inmigrante, refugiado o de primera generación
📌 Nota: muchas becas están disponibles también para estudiantes indocumentados, personas con DACA y estudiantes con TPS. Revisa siempre los requisitos antes de asumir que no puedes solicitarla.
3. 🎁 ¿Qué son las subvenciones y cómo funcionan?
Las subvenciones son un tipo de ayuda económica que ayuda a pagar la escuela y no se tiene que devolver. Pueden ayudar a cubrir la matrícula y las cuotas escolares, libros y materiales, y/o gastos de vivienda.
Las subvenciones y las becas son dinero gratuito, pero las subvenciones generalmente se basan en la necesidad económica y se otorgan a través de solicitudes de ayuda económica, mientras que las becas suelen requerir solicitudes por separado.
¿Quién puede recibir subvenciones?
Cumplir con los requisitos para las subvenciones depende de:
los ingresos familiares
el lugar donde vives
el tipo de escuela a la que asistes
tu estatus migratorio
Las fuentes más comunes de subvenciones incluyen:
el gobierno federal
los gobiernos estatales
colleges y universidades
📌 Importante para estudiantes inmigrantes: la mayoría de las subvenciones federales requieren cumplir con los requisitos para la ayuda económica federal, lo que significa que los estudiantes indocumentados generalmente no califican. Sin embargo, algunos estados y universidades/colleges ofrecen subvenciones que los estudiantes indocumentados sí pueden recibir.
4. 💳 ¿Qué son los préstamos y cómo funcionan?
Los préstamos estudiantiles son dinero que pides prestado para ayudar a pagar la escuela y que debes devolver más adelante, generalmente con intereses. Esto significa que, por lo general, terminas pagando más de lo que pediste prestado.
Los préstamos pueden ayudar a algunos estudiantes a cubrir costos cuando la otra ayuda no es suficiente, pero también crean una responsabilidad financiera a largo plazo después de terminar los estudios.
Aspectos importantes que debes saber:
Los préstamos estudiantiles deben devolverse, incluso si no terminas tu programa.
Los préstamos federales para estudiantes requieren cumplir con los requisitos para la ayuda económica federal.
Los estudiantes indocumentados generalmente no califican para préstamos estudiantiles federales.
Existen algunos préstamos privados, pero a menudo requieren que un/a ciudadano/a estadounidense o residente permanente firme como cofirmante y pueden tener tasas de interés más altas.
📌 Nota: Antes de considerar un préstamo, trata de usar primero subvenciones, becas y opciones de trabajo. Si no estás seguro/a de si un préstamo es una buena opción para ti, habla con un/a asesor de ayuda económica o con una organización comunitaria de confianza.
5. 📝 ¿Cómo solicito subvenciones y becas?
Algunas subvenciones y becas se otorgan automáticamente cuando envías tu información financiera. Otras requieren solicitudes por separado, ensayos y/o cartas de recomendación.
Muchas subvenciones y algunas becas ofrecidas por las escuelas requieren que los estudiantes completen una solicitud de ayuda económica. Estas solicitudes ayudan a las escuelas y a los gobiernos a entender tu situación financiera.
El FAFSA
El FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid, en inglés) es el formulario principal que se utiliza para solicitar ayuda económica federal en Estados Unidos, incluyendo subvenciones federales, préstamos federales, programas de trabajo‑estudio y alguna ayuda estatal y escolar.
El FAFSA hace preguntas sobre los ingresos de tu familia para determinar cuánta ayuda puedes recibir.
¿El estatus migratorio importa para el FAFSA?
Sí.
Solo los/las estudiantes con ciertos estatus migratorios pueden solicitar ayuda económica federal.
Los/las estudiantes indocumentados/as no pueden presentar el FAFSA.
El FAFSA pide un número de Seguro Social, que muchos/as estudiantes no tienen.
Solicitudes alternativas de ayuda económica:
Si no puedes solicitar el FAFSA, aún tienes opciones. Muchos estados y universidades/colleges ofrecen solicitudes alternativas de ayuda económica. Estas solicitudes pueden usarse para otorgar subvenciones estatales, subvenciones financiadas por universidades/colleges y becas institucionales.
Si no puedes solicitar el FAFSA, pregunta en tu escuela:
¿Tienen un formulario estatal de ayuda económica?
¿Tienen una solicitud específica para estudiantes indocumentados o inmigrantes?
Solicitudes de becas:
La mayoría de las becas privadas y comunitarias requieren sus propias solicitudes.
Estas solicitudes pueden pedir:
ensayos cortos o declaraciones personales
información sobre tu experiencia, metas o participación comunitaria
comprobante de inscripción o calificaciones
📌 Consejo: no necesitas cumplir con los requisitos del FAFSA para postularte a muchas becas. Muchas están abiertas a estudiantes indocumentados, personas con DACA y estudiantes con TPS.
¿Necesitas ayuda para postularte?
No tienes que resolver todo esto por tu cuenta. Muchos estudiantes reciben ayuda para solicitar becas a través de:
consejeros de la escuela secundaria o asesores universitarios
oficinas de ayuda económica
maestros, mentores o entrenadores de confianza
organizaciones comunitarias que apoyan a estudiantes inmigrantes o de primera generación
Estas personas y organizaciones pueden ayudarte a encontrar becas, revisar tus ensayos y entender los requisitos de las solicitudes.
6. 🏠 ¿Qué es la matrícula estatal (in‑state tuition) y cómo saber si califico?
La matrícula estatal es una tarifa más baja que ofrecen los colleges y universidades públicas a los/las estudiantes que viven en ese estado. La matrícula para estudiantes de fuera del estado (out‑of‑state tuition, en inglés) suele ser mucho más cara.
¿Quién califica para la matrícula estatal?
Las reglas varían según el estado, pero algunos estados permiten que califiquen:
estudiantes inmigrantes e indocumentados
estudiantes que asistieron a la escuela secundaria y se graduaron en ese estado
📌 Nota: incluso sin estatus migratorio legal, aún podrías calificar. Siempre revisa las reglas de tu estado o habla con un/a asesor de la escuela.
7. 🏫 ¿Loscolleges/universidades pueden ayudar a pagar la escuela?
¡Sí! Muchos colleges/universidades apoyan activamente a estudiantes inmigrantes, de primera generación y de bajos ingresos.
Las escuelas pueden ofrecer:
becas directamente del college/universidad
apoyos basados en mérito académico o liderazgo
subvenciones de emergencia para gastos inesperados
planes de pago mensuales en lugar de una sola factura grande
Siempre pregunta en la oficina de ayuda económica:
¿Qué tipo de ayuda está disponible para estudiantes inmigrantes?
¿Los/las estudiantes indocumentados/as son elegibles?
8. 💼 ¿Puedo trabajar mientras estudio?
Muchos/as estudiantes ayudan a pagar la escuela trabajando a tiempo parcial. Algunas escuelas ofrecen empleos para estudiantes, que a menudo son en el campus y pueden tener horarios flexibles que se ajustan a las clases. El programa de trabajo‑estudio (work‑study, en inglés) es otra opción.
¿Qué es el trabajo‑estudio y cómo puedo solicitarlo?
El trabajo‑estudio es un programa que permite a los estudiantes elegibles ganar dinero a través de trabajos a tiempo parcial mientras estudian. Para calificar, normalmente es necesario solicitar ayuda económica (a menudo a través del FAFSA o de una solicitud estatal o institucional).
Si te aprueban para trabajo‑estudio:
Tu escuela te informará si calificas para horas de trabajo-estudio en tu oferta de ayuda económica.
Podrás solicitar un empleo de trabajo‑estudio a través de tu escuela (frecuentemente en el campus). Ten en cuenta que los puestos pueden ser limitados; asegúrate de presentar la solicitud con anticipación.
Podrás ganar dinero a medida que trabajas (el dinero no se entrega por adelantado).
Si te interesa el trabajo‑estudio, pregunta en la oficina de ayuda económica o en el centro de carreras de tu escuela cómo solicitarlo y qué trabajos están disponibles. Si no puedes acceder al FAFSA, pregunta si tu escuela ofrece empleos en el campus que no requieran elegibilidad para trabajo‑estudio.
9. 🤝 ¿Dónde puedo obtener ayuda fuera de la escuela?
Las organizaciones comunitarias y las organizaciones sin fines de lucro suelen apoyar a estudiantes inmigrantes antes y durante la universidad.
Pueden ayudar con:
🔎 encontrar becas
📝 llenar solicitudes
🤯 entender la ayuda económica
🧑🏽🏫 mentoría y orientación académica
Recuerda:¡ImportaMi está aquí para ayudarte a conectarte con recursos cerca de ti! Si necesitas ayuda para encontrar una organización en tu comunidad, ponte en contacto con nosotros.
Para obtener más información sobre ser estudiante en los EE.UU., consulta nuestros recursos sobre educación.
⭐ ¿Qué debo recordar sobre cómo costear mis estudios?
✅ Empieza a planearlo con tiempo si es posible
✅ Solicita varias becas y subvenciones, no solo una
✅ Haz preguntas—los procesos de solicitud de ayuda económica pueden ser confusos
✅ Habla con consejeros/as, asesores o adultos de confianza
✅ No asumas que no eres elegible—siempre verifica
Este artículo ofrece información general y no debe considerarse asesoramiento legal. Asegúrate de hablar con un abogado/a sobre tu caso específico.
Última actualización: 10 de abril, 2026.
ImportaMí es un proyecto dedicado a proporcionar información confiable, accesible y relevante para menores no acompañados y sus patrocinadores en los Estados Unidos. ImportaMí es parte de Signpost, una iniciativa del Comité Internacional de Rescate junto con otras organizaciones que crea centros de ayuda digital para personas impactadas por conflictos, desastres, pobreza y violencia.
- [👩🏭 ¿Cuáles son algunas de mis opciones después de secundaria?](https://www.importami.org/:locale/articles/24488056341149):
Aunque todos los niños/niñas deben asistir a la escuela secundaria (high school en los Estados Unidos) hasta cierta edad, tus opciones después de secundaria son mucho más variadas.
Nota: consulta este artículo para más información sobre la escuela primaria y secundaria.
Hay muchas oportunidades profesionales, de formación y educativas que te pueden llevar hacia tus sueños en el futuro. Pero puede ser difícil saber cómo planificar para esas oportunidades, qué pasos necesitas tomar para hacerlas realidad y qué tipo de apoyo existe.
En este artículo, respondemos a tres preguntas importantes para ayudarte a explorar tus opciones después de la secundaria:
¡Nota! Recuerda que necesitarás un diploma de escuela secundaria para postularte a la educación postsecundaria. Un diploma de escuela secundaria también es un requisito para muchos trabajos. Si no terminaste la escuela secundaria y estás interesado/a en más educación o en un trabajo que requiera un diploma, hay otra opción llamada Diploma de Equivalencia de Escuela Secundaria (HSE, por sus siglas en inglés). Para obtener más información sobre qué es un HSE y cómo obtener uno, consulta este artículo: ¿No terminaste secundaria? ¡Aún puedes obtener tu diploma!
1. Aún estoy en secundaria; ¿qué puedo hacer ahora para planear mi futuro?
Nunca es demasiado temprano para empezar a pensar en tu futuro. De hecho, cuanto antes empieces a planificar y organizar, más fácil será hacer realidad tus sueños.
📆 Un buen primer paso es agendar una reunión con tu consejero escolar. Muchas escuelas tienen un consejero/a escolar, y es su trabajo ayudarte a prepararte para la vida después de la secundaria. El/ella puede responder a preguntas sobre tus opciones y te ayudarán a saber qué necesitas hacer ahora para asegurarte de que esas puertas permanezcan abiertas.
🧑🏫 Por ejemplo, tu consejero/a escolar puede:
compartir información contigo sobre diferentes universidades, escuelas técnicas, etc., para que estés al tanto de todas tus opciones.
ayudarte a encontrar las escuelas o programas que sean la mejor opción para ti.
recomendar las clases que debes tomar para estar preparado/a para la universidad o la escuela técnica.
informarte sobre los exámenes que tendrás que tomar para solicitar ingreso a la universidad, cómo estudiar y prepararte para los exámenes, fechas de inscripción y fechas de los exámenes.
asesorarte sobre tus opciones de ayuda financiera y las fechas importantes para poder solicitar ayuda financiera.
📝 Ten en cuenta que el proceso de solicitud de muchas universidades es complicado y tomarán en cuenta tus calificaciones, las clases que tomaste en secundaria, puntajes de exámenes, premios, y actividades extracurriculares en las que participaste, entre otras cosas. Averiguar cuáles son los requisitos temprano te dará tiempo extra para convertirte en el/la mejor solicitante posible y tener una mayor posibilidad de ser aceptado/a en la escuela o programa de tu elección.
⏳ Aunque puedes solicitar ingreso a la universidad en cualquier momento después de graduarte, si deseas asistir a la universidad directamente después de secundaria, necesitarás solicitar ingreso durante tu último año (12º grado).
⚠️ Recuerda que existen múltiples recursos para ayudarte a solicitar el ingreso en la universidad; una vez que te gradúes, perderás acceso a consejos escolares como los del consejero/a escolar. También podrías tener menos apoyo en partes del proceso de solicitud, tales como escribir un ensayo de admisión, y volver a contactar a los maestros para cartas de recomendación podría ser más difícil.
🪖 Si estás interesado/a en opciones de escuelas técnicas o en ingresar al ejército, es común que los reclutadores visiten las escuelas secundarias para compartir información. Presta atención a las ferias de empleo y presentaciones de reclutamiento si deseas tener la oportunidad de hablar con alguien sobre cómo sería su programa/el ejército, cuáles son los requisitos y qué podrías ganar al tomar ese camino.
Nota: Debes tener más de 18 años y ser residente legal permanente (es decir, tener una tarjeta verde) para ingresar al ejército.
2. Estoy interesado/a en ir a la universidad. ¿Cuáles son mis opciones?
🎓 La educación después de secundaria en los EE. UU. se llama educación postsecundaria. Las opciones de educación postsecundaria incluyen universidades de dos años, universidades de cuatro años, escuelas de posgrado y escuelas técnicas. Todas estas instituciones ofrecen diferentes tipos de títulos. Tu elección dependerá de la carrera que te interese seguir.
Nota: En los EE.UU., existen colleges y universidades. Los colleges y las universidades ofrecen algunos de los mismos títulos. La diferencia es que los colleges suelen ser más pequeños y solo ofrecen títulos de asociado y licenciatura (ambos tipos son estudios universitarios). Las universidades suelen ser más grandes y tienen programas de licenciatura y posgrado. Consulta el siguiente gráfico para obtener más información sobre los diferentes tipos de títulos que existen en los EE. UU.
Un buen lugar para empezar es pensar en qué carreras te interesan y averiguar qué tipo de título necesitarías.
📚 Tipos de títulos postsecundarios en los EE. UU.:
Título de escuela técnica (también llamado escuela vocacional)
Título de asociado (Associates degree en inglés)
Título de licenciatura (Bachelor's Degree en inglés)
Título de escuela posgrado (Grad School en inglés)
Resumen
Las escuelas técnicas ofrecen programas que te proporcionarán una capacidad específica. Estas capacidades suelen ser prácticas o manuales, y a veces requieren que completes una formación como parte de tus estudios, lo que significa que practicarás el trabajo bajo la supervisión de un profesional.
Un título de universidad de dos años te proporciona algunas habilidades específicas y algo de educación general para ser un candidato más calificado para algunos trabajos. Generalmente ganarás un salario más alto y calificarás para más trabajos que si solo tuvieras un diploma de secundaria.
Un título de universidad de cuatro años te proporciona una educación general, además de la oportunidad de elegir un área de estudio específica en la que te gustaría enfocarte. Por ejemplo, si obtienes una licenciatura en economía, significa que dedicaste un gran porcentaje de tus estudios a la economía. Y probablemente también tuviste que tomar clases en muchos otros temas.
Un título de posgrado es un título altamente especializado que puedes obtener después de obtener una licenciatura. Las personas generalmente eligen obtener un título de posgrado si desean ingresar a una carrera especializada que requiere capacitación y educación de alto nivel, o si les gustaría ganar un salario más alto en un campo en el que ya están.
Duración de los estudios
Más corta: generalmente dos años o menos.
Generalmente dos años: pero se puede hacer a tiempo parcial durante un período de tiempo más largo.
Generalmente se completa en cuatro años.
Un programa de posgrado puede variar desde un año hasta varios años. Es común estudiar a tiempo parcial para un título de posgrado mientras también se trabaja como profesional.
Costo general
Más asequible.
Asequible. Muchos programas ofrecen además clases por la tarde/noche o en un horario flexible a tiempo parcial para que puedas trabajar al mismo tiempo. Esta es una buena opción si necesitas ingresos mientras estudias.
Un título de licenciatura es más caro y requiere mayor participación que un título de asociado. Puedes obtener un título de licenciatura en un college o una universidad. Muchas colleges/universidades requieren que los estudiantes a tiempo completo vivan en el campus. En estos casos los gastos de vida serán parte de la matrícula escolar.
Los títulos de posgrado son más caros. Algunos trabajos pueden ofrecer aumentos en el sueldo o ayudas económicas para pagar tu educación de posgrado y de esa manera ganar un/a empleado/a más capacitado/a.
Trabajos a los que puedes calificar con este título
Mecánico, electricista, cosmetólogo, fontanero, soldador, higienista dental, chef, etc.
Marketing digital, ventas, legal, etc.
Trabajos de nivel medio en educación, atención médica, ingeniería, comunicaciones, etc.
Trabajos altamente calificados, como profesor universitario, médico, abogado, etc.
Otra información importante
Otra opción es comenzar con un título de asociado y luego transferirse a un programa de licenciatura. Esto es algo que los estudiantes hacen si no tenían una solicitud lo suficientemente fuerte para ingresar a un programa de licenciatura directamente después de la secundaria.
Un título de licenciatura es un requisito previo para los programas de posgrado. Si estás interesado/a en un tipo de trabajo que requiere un título de posgrado (como médico o abogado), debes primero obtener una licenciatura.
Un título de posgrado muchas veces combina estudio e investigación.
💸 El costo de la educación postsecundaria puede ser intimidante:
Sin embargo, existen opciones de ayuda financiera y programas de trabajo y estudio que ayudan a los/las estudiantes a pagar la escuela. Para obtener más información sobre becas, préstamos, subvenciones (grants), programas de trabajo y estudio, y qué opciones están disponibles para estudiantes indocumentados, consulta nuestro artículo: ¿Cómo puedo pagar la educación después de la escuela secundaria?
🔍 ¿Cómo sé si una escuela es confiable?
No todas las universidades y colegios son iguales. Antes de postularte, inscribirte o pagar cualquier dinero, es importante asegurarte de que la escuela esté acreditada.
La acreditación significa que una institución ha sido evaluada y aprobada por una organización independiente para garantizar que cumple con estándares básicos de calidad académica, apoyo a los estudiantes y responsabilidad financiera. Asistir a una escuela acreditada puede afectar si tus créditos se pueden transferir, si los empleadores reconocen tu título y si calificas para recibir ayuda económica.
Las escuelas que tradicionalmente han tenido acreditación regional suelen ser más ampliamente aceptadas y confiables, especialmente si planeas transferirte a otra institución o continuar con estudios de posgrado. Los créditos de estas escuelas tienen más probabilidades de ser aceptados por otras universidades.
Algunas escuelas con acreditación nacional pueden enfocarse en programas técnicos o carreras específicas. Aunque pueden ser una buena opción para algunos estudiantes, a menudo tienen opciones de transferencia más limitadas, lo que significa que otras universidades podrían no aceptar tus créditos si decides cambiar de escuela más adelante.
Cómo verificar si una escuela está acreditada:
Puedes confirmar la acreditación de una escuela al:
visitar el sitio web oficial de la institución (generalmente en las secciones “Acerca de” o “Acreditación”)
pedirle a un/a consejero/a de admisiones o asesor académico que te explique el estado de acreditación de la escuela
👉 Si no estás seguro/a, siempre consulta con un/a consejero/a o asesor antes de inscribirte. Tomarte unos minutos para verificar la acreditación puede ahorrarte tiempo, dinero y estrés en el futuro.
🤯 Además de un/a consejero/a escolar, ¿hay otros recursos que puedan ayudarme durante este proceso?
Sí, existen muchos recursos para navegar el proceso de solicitud a la universidad y las opciones de ayuda financiera fuera de la escuela. Si necesitas ayuda para encontrar recursos cerca de ti, contáctanos. Aquí hay algunos otros recursos que podrían ser útiles:
Hispanic Federation tiene un programa de mentoría en varias ciudades de los EE. UU. para ayudar a estudiantes LATINX a tener éxito y navegar la universidad. Consulta el programa aquí o revisa sus programas de apoyo a la secundaria para aprender más sobre la transición de la secundaria a la universidad.
3. ¿Cuáles son algunas opciones alternativas a la universidad?
Si la educación después de la secundaria no te interesa o no está disponible para ti, ¡hay otras opciones!
👩🏭 Trabajo:
Puedes empezar a trabajar de inmediato o continuar trabajando en un empleo que ya tienes. Un título universitario facilita algunas cosas, pero es posible construir una carrera exitosa sin uno. Consejo: Busca trabajos con empleadores que valoren el crecimiento y proporcionen apoyo para ayudarte a seguir aprendiendo y avanzando.
🛠️ Encontrar una formación:
Con algunas profesiones (generalmente profesiones manuales, como mecánica de automóviles o reparación), puede ser posible trabajar y aprender con un profesional. Las formaciones generalmente no pagan mucho, pero a cambio de tu trabajo, aprenderás una habilidad que puede convertirte en un trabajador calificado.
👩💻 Educación autodidacta:
Cada vez hay más opciones de educación alternativa, en línea y gratuita. Si estudiar para un título formal no es una opción para ti, es posible que puedas encontrar clases en línea gratuitas, cursos en línea accesibles, talleres en tu comunidad local, etc., que te pueden ayudar a desarrollar habilidades en tu propio tiempo.
🪖 Unirse al ejército:
Este camino no es para todos/as, y es importante entender todos los detalles de lo que significa unirse al ejército de los EE. UU. antes de tomar esta decisión. Sin embargo, hay algunos programas dentro del ejército que pagarán por tu educación, atención médica, capacitación y otros beneficios a cambio de tu servicio.
Nota: Ten en cuenta que para unirte al ejército de los EE. UU., debes tener 18 años y tener estatus legal permanente en los EE. UU. (por ejemplo, tener una tarjeta verde).
Puntos claves:
⭐ Tienes múltiples caminos después de la escuela secundaria, incluyendo ir a la universidad, programas técnicos o de capacitación, trabajar, u opciones alternativas como aprendizajes o certificaciones.
⭐ Si todavía estás en la escuela secundaria, un/a consejero/a escolar puede ayudarte a planear tus clases, explorar diferentes programas, entender los requisitos de solicitud y aprender sobre la ayuda financiera.
⭐ La universidad no es la única opción: los colegios comunitarios, los programas vocacionales y otras rutas de capacitación pueden ayudarte a desarrollar habilidades para carreras específicas.
⭐ Un diploma de escuela secundaria (o un HSE) es obligatorio para la mayoría de la educación postsecundaria y muchos trabajos. Si no terminaste la secundaria, un HSE puede abrirte más oportunidades.
⭐ Puede haber apoyo económico disponible, incluyendo becas, subvenciones (grants, en inglés), programas de trabajo y estudio, y otros recursos; algunas opciones también pueden existir para estudiantes indocumentados.
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- [🏫 Escuela Pública en EE.UU.: ¿Qué necesito saber y cómo me inscribo?](https://www.importami.org/:locale/articles/24102840003869):
Todos los menores en los Estados Unidos tienen el derecho de ir a la escuela y aprender, ¡incluyéndote a ti! No importa cuál sea tu estatus migratorio (o el de tu patrocinador), puedes asistir a la escuela y participar en deportes y actividades extracurriculares. Si tú o tu patrocinador tienen preguntas sobre cómo inscribirse en la escuela, ¡contáctanos!
En este artículo, respondemos a las siguientes preguntas:
1. 🏫 ¿Cómo está organizado el sistema escolar en EE.UU.?
⭐ La educación primaria y secundaria en EE.UU. incluye desde el jardín de infancia hasta el 12º grado (K-12). Generalmente, se divide en tres etapas:
La escuela primaria, o Elementary School en inglés (jardín de infancia - 5º grado)
La escuela intermedia, o Middle School en inglés (6º grado - 8º grado)
La escuela secundaria, o High School en inglés (9º grado - 12º grado)
Nota: Esta es la estructura general, pero no todos los distritos escolares son exactamente iguales. Puedes notar algunas pequeñas diferencias dependiendo de dónde vivas en EE.UU. Por ejemplo, a veces Middle School se llama Junior High. A veces, Middle School y High School están combinadas. O algunas Middle Schools son de 5º a 7º grado.
⭐ Hay opciones de escuelas públicas (gratuitas) y privadas (de pago) para la educación primaria y secundaria en EE.UU.
⭐ Año académico: El año escolar generalmente comienza en agosto o septiembre y termina en junio o julio. La mayoría de las escuelas dividen el año escolar en dos semestres, pero algunas lo dividen en tres 'trimestres'.
⭐ Todos los niños/las niñas en EE.UU. deben ir a la escuela. La edad a la que los estudiantes pueden dejar de asistir a la escuela varía en cada estado, pero generalmente es alrededor de los 16 o 17 años. El acceso a la educación debe estar disponible para los estudiantes hasta aproximadamente la edad de 19 a 21 años, dependiendo del estado.
⭐ Cuando un/a estudiante termina la escuela secundaria (12º grado), se gradúa y recibe un diploma. Para los/las estudiantes que no terminan la escuela secundaria, hay otra opción que es un Diploma de Equivalencia de Escuela Secundaria (HSE, por sus siglas en inglés). Es posible que hayas escuchado hablar sobre un examen que se llama GED; el GED es un tipo de HSE. Un HSE es una forma de mostrar que tienes los mismos conocimientos y habilidades que alguien que se graduó de la escuela secundaria. Un HSE es equivalente a un diploma de escuela secundaria.
⭐ Una vez te hayas graduado de la escuela secundaria o hayas recibido un HSE, hay muchas opciones. Algunas de estas son buscar un trabajo, ir a la universidad o asistir a una escuela técnica. Para aprender más sobre las posibles opciones después de la escuela secundaria, consulta nuestro artículo* sobre opciones después de la escuela secundaria (**próximamente).
2. 🔎 ¿Cómo encuentro la escuela adecuada para mí?
Todos los niños/las niñas en EE.UU. tienen derecho a una educación pública gratuita.
Tus opciones de escuelas públicas dependerán de tu ubicación geográfica. Generalmente, debes vivir en el mismo distrito escolar que la escuela a la que asistes.
Las escuelas privadas no siempre tienen las mismas reglas sobre la ubicación geográfica, pero pueden tener requisitos de entrada, un proceso de solicitud que debes seguir para ser aceptado/a en la escuela y un costo de matrícula para asistir.
Dependiendo del estado y del distrito escolar donde vives, puedes tener varias opciones al seleccionar una escuela. Es importante encontrar la escuela y el programa adecuados para ti. ¡No tengas miedo de hacer preguntas!
Para averiguar en qué distrito escolar te encuentras y a qué escuela(s) puedes asistir, haz clic aquí y busca escuelas en tu área, ingresando tu ciudad.
Puedes encontrar información sobre una escuela visitando su sitio web. También puedes contactar con la oficina de la escuela por teléfono o correo electrónico para programar una reunión con su consejero/a escolar o representante de admisiones. Esta reunión es una oportunidad para presentarte, expresar tu interés en asistir a la escuela, averiguar qué necesitarás para registrarte y hacer preguntas para decidir si esta escuela es adecuada para ti.
Aquí hay algunas cosas a tener en cuenta al decidir a qué escuela asistir y algunas preguntas que puedes hacer durante tu reunión:
¿Qué tan lejos está la escuela de tu casa? ¿Ofrecen servicios de transporte para ayudarte a llegar a la escuela y regresar a casa?
¿Qué tan grande es la escuela? ¿Cuántos estudiantes hay en cada clase?
¿Cómo es la cultura escolar (sus creencias, actitudes y reglas)?
¿Qué programas educativos ofrece la escuela? ¿Ofrecen solo un camino educativo tradicional o tienen programas alternativos que se centran en matemáticas, ciencias, tecnología u otras materias que te puedan interesar? ¿Ofrecen clases avanzadas?
¿Ofrecen clases en tu idioma nativo? ¿Tienen programas de Aprendizaje del Idioma Inglés (ELL, English Language Learner) y español? ¿Tienen apoyo adicional en el idioma, como tutorías o intérpretes?
¿Tiene la escuela intérpretes para reuniones entre padres y maestros, eventos escolares como la noche de regreso a clases u otras reuniones con tus maestros?
¿Qué tipos de deportes, música, clubes, teatro y programas de arte ofrece la escuela? ¿Qué oportunidades extracurriculares (actividades fuera del aula) son importantes para ti?
¿La escuela ofrece oportunidades de formación profesional o técnica que te interesen (como un programa para convertirte en electricista o mecánico)?
¿Ofrece la escuela apoyo para la universidad u otros programas que te interesen después de graduarte?
Si estás interesado/a en asistir a una escuela privada y te reúnes con una persona responsable de admisiones, no olvides preguntar si tienen algún apoyo financiero y quién califica, ya que pueden existir becas u otras ayudas económicas. También puedes preguntar qué otros costos se espera que pagues para asistir a la escuela (por ejemplo, ¿necesitas comprar un uniforme?).
3. 📃 ¿Cómo me inscribo en la escuela y qué documentos necesito?
Los requisitos para inscribirse en la escuela a menudo cambian según el estado y el distrito escolar, pero en general, tienes que:
1. Verificar el calendario escolar para saber cuándo comienza el año escolar. Si te inscribes durante los meses de verano antes de que comience el año escolar en agosto o septiembre, ¡genial! La transición a una nueva escuela puede ser más fácil si comienzas a la vez que el resto de estudiantes. Si necesitas inscribirte en la escuela a mitad del año escolar, también está bien. Siempre puedes unirte a las clases en cualquier otro momento del año.
Nota: Recuerda que todos los niños y niñas están obligados/as por ley a asistir a la escuela hasta aproximadamente los 16-17 años. La edad máxima para acceder a la educación pública dependerá de las leyes del estado en el que vives. Si llegas a un nuevo hogar a mitad del año escolar, infórmate y regístrate en la escuela lo antes posible.
2. Verificar los requisitos de inscripción para tu escuela específica en su sitio web. También puedes llamar a la oficina de inscripción para hablar con alguien por teléfono o en persona. Muchas escuelas requieren una cita previa para inscribirse. Puedes programar esta cita con la oficina de la escuela. Cuando agendes tu cita, asegúrate de preguntar qué documentos necesitas llevar contigo.
3. Reunir los documentosque necesitarás para inscribirte. El cuadro a continuación proporciona información sobre los documentos que te pueden pedir al inscribirte en la escuela. Ten en cuenta que no todos estos documentos son obligatorios, y puede haber opciones alternativas que los menores no acompañados pueden presentar.
¡Nota! No necesitas responder a preguntas sobre tu estatus migratorio ni proporcionar un número de seguro social para asistir a la escuela. Pueden pedirte tu estatus migratorio/un número de seguro social, pero no tienes que dárselo.
4. 🎓 ¿Cuáles son mis derechos como estudiante?
Si naciste fuera de EE.UU., aún tienes derecho a una educación pública gratuita, al igual que todos/as los niños/las niñas. También tienes algunos derechos adicionales para protegerte tú y tu educación.
⭐ Tienes derecho a asistir a la escuela pública. La escuela no puede exigir que muestres documentos de inmigración o un número de seguro social para asistir.
⭐ Tienes derecho a ir a una escuela donde te sientas seguro/a y donde no seas discriminado/a por tu estatus migratorio, raza, etnia, religión, etc. Tienes derecho a ir a la escuela en un entorno donde no seas acosado/a o intimidado/a. Las escuelas deben tomar medidas para protegerte del acoso, la discriminación y el bullying.
⭐ Tienes derecho a recibir ayuda para aprender inglés. Esto puede ser en forma de clases de ESL (inglés como Segundo Idioma) o educación bilingüe. También tienes derecho a recibir ayuda y asistencia lingüística para asegurarte de que puedas aprender todas las materias básicas (como matemáticas, ciencias e inglés), incluso si no hablas inglés.
Nota:ELL (English Language Learner) se refiere a los estudiantes que están aprendiendo inglés. Las clases de ELL enseñan todos los temas (como matemáticas, ciencias, etc.) y están diseñadas para apoyar a estos estudiantes en su aprendizaje del inglés mientras estudian otros temas. Por otro lado, ESL (English as a Second Language) se refiere específicamente a las clases de idioma inglés, donde el enfoque principal es enseñar inglés como segundo idioma.
⭐ Tienes derecho a participar en actividades extracurriculares, es decir, actividades que tienen lugar fuera del horario escolar, como deportes, teatro, clubes, etc., programas para estudiantes superdotados y otros programas que la escuela ofrezca fuera del aula.
⭐ Si tienes una discapacidad o una dificultad de aprendizaje, tienes derecho a recibir educación especial y asistencia lingüística.
⭐ Tus padres/patrocinador/tutor legal tienen derecho a recibir información sobre tu educación en su idioma. La escuela debe proporcionar un intérprete o servicios de traducción. Esto se aplica a anuncios, cartas y correos electrónicos de la escuela, conferencias de padres y maestros, etc.
⭐ No se te puede negar ir a la escuela si no tienes hogar o una dirección fija. En estos casos, las escuelas están también obligadas a inscribirte (incluso si no tienes los documentos que te piden) y deben ayudarte a conectar con servicios de apoyo.
¿Qué puedo hacer si NO se respetan mis derechos?
Si crees que una escuela no está respetando tus derechos a una educación segura, inclusiva y accesible, ¡suele ser difícil saber qué hacer!
Siempre es una buena idea hablar con tu abogado/a si tienes uno/a. El/ella puede darte consejos sobre qué hacer para asegurarte de que tus derechos estén protegidos.
También puedes consultar este recurso del Southern Poverty Law Center. Esta página web proporciona información sobre tus derechos en varios idiomas. Si consultas hacia abajo, encontrarás enlaces para modelos de cartas de defensa. Si deseas defender tus derechos frente a tu escuela o distrito escolar, encuentra la carta que coincida con los derechos que crees que están siendo violados (inscripción, acceso al idioma, educación especial y asistencia para personas sin hogar), para obtener información sobre a quién enviar la carta y una plantilla que puedes imprimir y enviar.
Puedes además consultar este PDF que incluye la historia de una madre y su hijo enfrentados a obstáculos a la hora de inscribirse en la escuela. Las historias muestran ejemplos de cómo responder y defender tus derechos en varias situaciones.
Dependiendo del estado en que vivas ImportaMí te puede poner en contacto con organizaciones locales especializadas en la proteger los derechos de los niños y niñas a ir a la escuela. Un ejemplo de este tipo de organizaciones es Advocates of Children of New York.
Si tienes preguntas o deseas ayuda para encontrar una escuela cercana o para inscribirte, siempre te puedes poner en contacto con nosotros. Estamos aquí para ayudar.
Para obtener más información sobre los beneficios de ir a la escuela, consulta nuestro artículo "¿Por qué debería ir a la escuela?"
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Este artículo ofrece información general y no debe considerarse asesoramiento legal. Asegúrate de hablar con un abogado/a sobre tu caso específico.
Última actualización: 16 de enero, 2025.
ImportaMí es un proyecto dedicado a proporcionar información confiable, accesible y relevante para menores no acompañados y sus patrocinadores en los Estados Unidos. ImportaMí es parte de Signpost, una iniciativa del Comité Internacional de Rescate junto con otras organizaciones que crea centros de ayuda digital para personas impactadas por conflictos, desastres, pobreza y violencia.
- [👨🎓 ¿Por qué debo ir a la escuela?](https://www.importami.org/:locale/articles/24104962491037):
En los Estados Unidos, todos los niños/las niñas tienen derecho a una educación pública gratuita.
Pero, ¿cuáles son las razones principales por las que debería ir a la escuela? ¡En este artículo te lo explicamos! Te explicamos 6 razones por las que ir a la escuela es una buena idea.
Nota: Para aprender más sobre el sistema escolar de primaria y secundaria en EE.UU., cómo registrarte y cuáles son tus derechos como estudiante, consulta este artículo.
1. ¡Es tu derecho! Y es la ley.
En EE.UU., todos los niños/las niñas están obligados por ley a ir a la escuela hasta los 16-17 años, dependiendo del estado. (Nota: la edad hasta la que debes ir a la escuela varía un poco según el estado. Asegúrate de verificar los requisitos de edad escolar en tu estado). No asistir a la escuela podría causar problemas legales para ti y para tu padre/madre/patrocinador/tutor legal.
El acceso a la educación primaria/secundaria también es un derecho, y está protegida por la ley federal.Tienes derecho a asistir a la escuela sin importar en qué país naciste, cuál es tu estatus migratorio o qué idioma hablas. No tienes que proporcionar información sobre tu estatus migratorio para registrarte en la escuela. Las escuelas están obligadas a proporcionar acceso a la educación secundaria a todos los estudiantes hasta los 19-21 años, también dependiendo del estado.
2. Ir a la escuela puede ayudarte a integrarte en tu nueva comunidad.
La escuela es un gran lugar para conocer gente, hacer amigos/as y sentirte conectado/a con la comunidad local, especialmente si te acabas de mudar a un lugar nuevo. Además de conocer gente, la escuela es también donde puedes aprender el idioma local, aprender jerga y frases que se usan en tu nueva comunidad, y aprender más sobre la cultura local.
También puede haber otros recursos disponibles para ti, como programas extracurriculares (fuera del horario escolar habitual) o tutoría de idiomas que pueden ayudarte a ganar las habilidades y herramientas para sentirte más cómodo en tu nueva comunidad.
3. Incrementa tus oportunidades laborales futuras.
Un diploma de secundaria es un requisito mínimo para muchas oportunidades laborales. Al terminar la secundaria y recibir un diploma, puedes abrir muchas más puertas y oportunidades laborales para ti. Cuanta más educación tengas, mayores serán tus opciones de trabajo.
Esto puede significar también mejores sueldos, mejores beneficios laborales e incluso una mayor posibilidad de encontrar un trabajo que te guste o que disfrutes.
4. Abre puertas a más educación.
Así como un diploma de secundaria es un requisito para muchos trabajos, también es un requisito si quieres ir a la universidad o a una escuela de formación profesional. Hay tantas oportunidades educativas después de la secundaria donde puedes aprender habilidades para la vida, habilidades técnicas y habilidades específicas para tu carrera.
Para ser admitido en una universidad o una escuela de formación profesional, es muy probable que necesites un diploma de secundaria, un historial académico y tal vez recomendaciones por escrito de tus profesores de secundaria.
Para más información sobre opciones educativas después de la secundaria, consulta nuestro artículo* aquí (*próximamente).
5. Te enseña habilidades valiosas para la vida.
Incluso si no estás seguro/a de qué quieres estudiar después de la secundaria, ir a la escuela puede enseñarte muchas habilidades que te ayudarán a tener éxito en diferentes áreas de la vida.
La escuela te ayuda desarrollar habilidades como la comunicación y cómo conectar con otras personas, cómo pensar críticamente, cómo gestionar tu tiempo y mucho más.
También tendrás la oportunidad para desarrollar habilidades que te pueden ayudar a navegar tu camino para obtener un estatus legal. Por ejemplo, las habilidades en el idioma inglés y las habilidades de comunicación te ayudarán en tu cita en la corte de inmigración y/o en tu entrevista de asilo.
6. Supone una excelente oportunidad para conectar con recursos integrales y servicios de apoyo.
Ir a la escuela puede ser una excelente manera de conectar con otros apoyos y recursos que necesitas fuera de la escuela, como ayuda con la vivienda, alimentos, apoyo para la salud física y mental, etc. Conéctate con adultos de confianza en la escuela que puedan darte consejos, compartir información sobre recursos locales y comunitarios contigo, e incluso ayudarte con el proceso de solicitud o inscripción.
En algunas escuelas, existe también la posibilidad de recibir servicios de apoyo ofrecidos directamente por la escuela, como almuerzo a precio reducido/sin costo, clínicas dentales, atención médica, y más.
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Última actualización: 4 de febrero, 2025.
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- [🎓 ¿No terminaste Secundaria? ¡Aún puedes obtener tu diploma!](https://www.importami.org/:locale/articles/24487446814365):
Cuando un/a estudiante termina la secundaria (12º grado), se gradúa y recibe un diploma. Para los/las estudiantes que no terminan la secundaria, existe una otra opción llamada Diploma de Equivalencia de Secundaria, HSE por sus siglas en inglés.
Recuerda que un diploma de secundaria (o un HSE) es un requisito para muchos trabajos y para continuar la educación después de la secundaria.
Una opción común para obtener un HSE es aprobar un examen de equivalencia de secundaria. Los dos exámenes de equivalencia de secundaria más comunes son el GED y el HiSET.
Es importante tener en cuenta que los requisitos y recursos para obtener un HSE varían según el estado. Algunos estados requieren que tomes el GED, otros estados requieren que tomes el HiSET, y algunos estados tienen más opciones. Muchos estados ofrecen programas que te ayudan a prepararte para el examen, y muchos estados también te ayudarán a pagar el examen, siempre que reúnas ciertos requisitos.
Consulta esta página web para encontrar las reglas específicas de tu estado sobre cómo obtener un HSE y qué recursos están disponibles en tu área.
Preguntas frecuentes importantes sobre tomar el GED o el HiSET:
❌🏫 No debes estar actualmente inscrito en la secundaria (recuerda que todos los niños/niñas en los EE. UU. deben asistir a la escuela hasta los 16-17 años, dependiendo del estado. ¡Es la ley!)
🎂 Debes cumplir con una edad mínima. La edad mínima depende del estado, pero generalmente es de 16 años.
💵 El examen puede tener un costo. Algunos estados ofrecen el examen de forma gratuita, y el costo en otros estados puede variar entre $30 y $150. Puede haber programas disponibles en tu comunidad que te ayudan a pagar el examen.
✍️ El examen cubrirá cuatro o cinco materias: matemáticas, lenguaje y literatura, ciencias y estudios sociales. Puedes tomar todas las materias el mismo día o en días diferentes.
🗣️ Puedes tomar el examen en inglés o en español.
👩💻 Dependiendo de tu estado, es posible que puedas tomar el examen en línea o que tengas que ir a un centro de pruebas.
Nota: si deseas tomar el examen en línea, pero no tienes una computadora, consulta con tu biblioteca local para ver si tienen una computadora que puedas usar.
🪪 No necesitas tener estatus legal para tomar uno de estos exámenes. Sin embargo, necesitarás mostrar una forma de identificación. En algunos estados, es posible que tengas que mostrar prueba de residencia.
🥳 Hay recursos disponibles para ayudarte a prepararte y practicar para estos exámenes. USAHello ofrece clases gratuitas de preparación para el GED en línea: ¡échale un vistazo y regístrate aquí!
Si necesitas ayuda para registrarte en un examen de HSE, entender las opciones y requisitos de HSE en tu estado, o encontrar recursos para ayudarte a prepararte, ¡contáctanos!
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Este artículo ofrece información general y no debe considerarse asesoramiento legal. Asegúrate de hablar con un abogado/a sobre tu caso específico.
Última actualización: 4 de febrero, 2025.
ImportaMí es un proyecto dedicado a proporcionar información confiable, accesible y relevante para menores no acompañados y sus patrocinadores en los Estados Unidos. ImportaMí es parte de Signpost, una iniciativa del Comité Internacional de Rescate junto con otras organizaciones que crea centros de ayuda digital para personas impactadas por conflictos, desastres, pobreza y violencia.
- [👧🏾 Salud de las niñas en EE. UU.: una guía para jóvenes inmigrantes](https://www.importami.org/:locale/articles/29930403445277):
Cuidar de nuestra salud es importante para todas las niñas y niños. Todos necesitamos cariño, apoyo y buenos hábitos para crecer fuertes y sentirnos bien. Pero a medida que las niñas van creciendo, sus cuerpos atraviesan cambios que pueden generar dudas y sentimientos nuevos. Hablar y aprender sobre estos cambios ayuda a sentirse más segura, tranquila y preparada.
Mudarse a otro país puede ser difícil, especialmente cuando no sabes bien cómo cuidar tu salud. ImportaMí quiere recordarte con este artículo que, aunque a veces la vida resulta abrumadora ¡no estás sola! Hay personas y organizaciones que quieren ayudarte, y existen espacios seguros donde obtener esa ayuda.
En este artículo vamos a hablar sobre la salud de las niñas de una forma sencilla y cercana para que entiendas mejor tu cuerpo y sepas dónde encontrar apoyo en este nuevo entorno.
👧🏾 ¿Qué significa “salud” para las niñas?
La salud de las niñas incluye todo, desde el bienestar físico y mental, hasta la salud reproductiva y emocional. Aquí hay algunas áreas clave:
🩺 Salud física general:
chequeos médicos regulares, vacunas, nutrición, ejercicio y descanso
🤰🏾 Salud reproductiva:
entender tu cuerpo y tus derechos
cuidado menstrual, incluyendo aprender sobre tu periodo, productos de higiene y cómo manejar síntomas como cólicos o ciclos irregulares
conocer las opciones de anticoncepción y cómo prevenir infecciones de transmisión sexual (ITS, o STIs por sus siglas en inglés)
manejar el estrés, la ansiedad y las emociones, y saber cuándo pedir ayuda
enfrentar el trauma
🫂 Seguridad y apoyo:
sentirte segura en casa, en la escuela y en tu comunidad
sentirte segura en tus relaciones románticas
saber dónde y cómo pedir ayuda cuando no te sientes segura o necesitas apoyo
📍 ¿Dónde puedo buscar ayuda?
Aquí tienes algunos lugares confiables donde puedes encontrar atención y apoyo:
CLÍNICAS COMUNITARIAS DE SALUD:
Las clínicas comunitarias de salud (a veces llamadas centros de salud públicos o clínicas gratuitas) ofrecen servicios médicos de bajo costo o gratuitos para personas que no tienen seguro médico y/o que califican como de bajos ingresos.
Información general y servicios:
suelen ofrecer atención en varios idiomas y atienden sin importar tu estatus migratorio.
normalmente tienen planes de pago o servicios de bajo costo para quienes no tienen seguro médico. Lo que pagas depende de cuánto dinero ganas.
son un buen lugar para hacerte chequeos generales de salud femenina, recibir orientación sobre anticonceptivos y sexo seguro, y atender cualquier preocupación física que tengas.
pueden darte información sobre recursos locales. Muchos estados tienen programas que ayudan a cubrir el costo de atención relacionada con el cáncer de mama, cáncer de cuello uterino y otros temas de salud femenina para pacientes de bajos ingresos.
a menudo ofrecen servicios de salud mental o pueden referirte a servicios comunitarios de bajo costo.
¿Cómo encuentro una clínica comunitaria cerca de mí?
Las clínicas comunitarias también pueden llamarse centros de salud públicos, clínicas gratuitas o centros comunitarios de salud familiar. Puedes hacer una búsqueda en Google usando estos términos junto con el nombre de tu ciudad o vecindario.
Pregunta en tu centro comunitario local o en la biblioteca pública. A veces estos lugares organizan sesiones informativas donde puedes hablar con profesionales que te explican las opciones de atención médica disponibles en tu área.
Nota: Si necesitas ayuda para encontrar una clínica cerca de ti, ¡contáctanos!
Otros consejos:
Lo más probable es que necesites hacer una cita con anticipación. Una vez que encuentres una clínica, llama al número que aparece para agendar tu cita. ¡No te preocupes si no hablas inglés! Muchas clínicas comunitarias ofrecen servicios en varios idiomas. Si la persona que contesta no habla tu idioma, dile cuál es el idioma con el que te sientes cómoda. El centro de salud debería poder ofrecerte servicios de interpretación.
A veces las clínicas locales organizan eventos especiales en ciertos días, como pruebas gratuitas de ITS o vacunas gratuitas. Es buena idea revisar el calendario de eventos de tu clínica local para estar al tanto.
ENFERMERAS Y CONSEJERAS ESCOLARES:
Cada estudiante en EE. UU. tiene derecho a recibir apoyo de las enfermeras y consejeras escolares. Estas profesionales están disponibles durante el horario escolar y normalmente se encuentran en la oficina de enfermería o en el centro de consejería.
¡Recuerda! Todos los niños/las niñas en EE. UU. tienen derecho a asistir a la escuela hasta cierta edad (generalmente entre los 16 y 18 años, dependiendo del estado), sin importar su estatus migratorio. Para más información, consulta nuestro artículo sobre la escuela pública en EE. UU.
Información general:
Las enfermeras y consejeras escolares están capacitadas para ayudarte con tu salud física, bienestar emocional y preocupaciones de salud mental como el estrés, la ansiedad o el acoso escolar.
Para hablar con una enfermera o consejera, puedes pedir ayuda a un/a maestro/a o al personal de la oficina principal para programar una cita. También puedes ir durante tus ratos libres o en el almuerzo. En muchas escuelas, los estudiantes pueden dejar una nota o rellenar un formulario si quieren hablar en privado.
Las enfermeras y consejeras escolares también pueden ayudarte a conectarte con otros servicios y recursos en la comunidad, y darte orientación sobre dónde y cuándo buscar ayuda.
PLANNED PARENTHOOD:
Planned Parenthood es una organización nacional que ofrece servicios de salud femenina, salud sexual y salud reproductiva a bajo costo.
Información general:
Planned Parenthood ofrece atención confidencial y accesible para personas de todas las edades, sin importar su estatus migratorio o si tienen seguro médico.
Ofrecen información y servicios sobre muchos temas relacionados con la salud de niñas y mujeres. A través de sus oficinas y sitio web, puedes acceder a información y apoyo sobre métodos anticonceptivos, sexo seguro, infecciones de transmisión sexual, embarazo, abortos, apoyo emocional, atención afirmativa de género, planificación familiar, consejería y cuidado preventivo general.
Planned Parenthood ofrece servicios gratuitos de interpretación. En sus oficinas hay intérpretes en persona, y también ofrecen interpretación telefónica en más de 200 idiomas.
¿Cómo puedo acceder a los servicios de Planned Parenthood?
Planned Parenthood tiene oficinas en muchas ciudades y pueblos del país. Visita su sitio web y usa la herramienta Encuentra un Centro de Salud para encontrar una oficina cerca de ti.
Puedes agendar una cita virtual para hablar con un médico en línea.
Explora la sección “Aprende” de su sitio web para encontrar información confiable sobre una gran variedad de temas.
Haz una pregunta en línea para obtener información sobre tus dudas.
ℹ️ Otros recursos útiles
Además de los recursos que puedes encontrar en tu comunidad, existen muchas herramientas en línea que te pueden ayudar a conectar con información y apoyo. A continuación, compartimos algunos recursos confiables y gratuitos:
Laahaes un espacio seguro en línea para mujeres y niñas. Creado con el apoyo de UNICEF y otras organizaciones, ofrece información sobre salud sexual y reproductiva, violencia basada en género, y cómo y dónde acceder a servicios cuando los necesites.
Go Ask Alice!es un sitio anónimo de preguntas y respuestas sobre salud y bienestar, dirigido por la Universidad de Columbia. Han respondido a miles de preguntas sobre temas como el uso de sustancias, salud sexual, nutrición y actividad física.
Nota: la página de Go Ask Alice! está disponible solo en inglés. Sin embargo, puedes usar Google Translate para acceder la información en tu idioma.
Lo más importante: Tú mereces estar sana, sentirte escuchada y estar segura. Si necesitas ayuda para encontrar recursos cerca de ti, ¡contáctanos! Estamos aquí para apoyarte.
Consulta nuestra sección de salud para obtener más información sobre la salud y los recursos de salud en Estados Unidos.
Este artículo ofrece información general y no debe considerarse asesoramiento legal. Asegúrate de hablar con un abogado/a sobre tu caso específico.
Última actualización: 28 de agosto, 2025.
ImportaMí es un proyecto dedicado a proporcionar información confiable, accesible y relevante para menores no acompañados y sus patrocinadores en los Estados Unidos. ImportaMí es parte de Signpost, una iniciativa del Comité Internacional de Rescate junto con otras organizaciones que crea centros de ayuda digital para personas impactadas por conflictos, desastres, pobreza y violencia.
- [🤒 Guía esencial de seguro de salud para jóvenes inmigrantes en EE.UU.](https://www.importami.org/:locale/articles/28209806498205):
Entender cómo funciona los seguros médicos en Estados Unidos puede ser confuso. Tal vez no sepas por dónde empezar, qué opciones tienes o si puedes calificar para ayuda. Sea cual sea a sea tu situación, esta información te ayudará a cuidar tu salud y a conocer tus opciones.
En este artículo, te ayudamos a entender el seguro de salud en EE.UU. respondiendo las siguientes preguntas:
🚨 Nota: Si estás en una emergencia o tu vida está en peligro, llama al 911 de inmediato. Ellos te ayudarán a obtener atención médica de emergencia lo más rápido posible.
Aprende más sobre lo que significa llamar al 911 y las líneas de ayuda en EE.UU. aquí.
1. ¿Qué es el seguro de salud?
Puedes pensar en el seguro de salud como un contrato entre una persona y una compañía (la compañía de seguros de salud). La persona paga una cierta cantidad de dinero a la compañía de seguros de salud cada mes, y a cambio, la compañía paga parte o todo el costo de la atención médica cuando la persona lo necesita. Cada plan de atención médica (o contrato) es diferente. Dependiendo del plan, habrá diferencias en la cantidad de dinero que la persona paga cada mes, el porcentaje del costo de atención médica que la compañía de seguros cubrirá, y los tipos de tratamientos que la compañía cubrirá.
Las opciones de atención médica disponibles para una persona dependen de su trabajo, cuánto dinero gana, cuántos años tiene y su estatus migratorio. Estas son algunas de las formas en que la gente consigue seguro médico:
Seguro médico a través del empleador:
Algunos trabajos proporcionarán a sus empleados atención médica, o pagarán un porcentaje del plan de atención médica del empleado.
Programas financiados por el gobierno:
Hay planes de seguro de salud financiados por el gobierno para personas que cumplen con los requisitos, a menudo basados en sus ingresos anuales. Ejemplos de programas de atención médica financiados por el gobierno son:
El Mercado de Seguros Médicos de la Ley del Cuidado de Salud a Bajo Precio (Affordable Care Act Marketplace, o ACA por sus siglas en inglés). Estos seguros forman parte de un programa financiado por el gobierno que proporciona planes de seguro de salud de bajo costo basados en los ingresos del solicitante. Las personas que cumplan con los requisitos pueden ingresar al mercado en línea, llenar una solicitud y ver sus opciones basadas en detalles personales, sueldo, etc.
Medicaid es un programa financiado por los gobiernos federales y estatales para ayudar a las personas de bajos ingresos (a menudo con altas necesidades médicas) a obtener atención médica.
El Programa de Atención Médica para Niños (CHIP, por sus siglas en inglés) proporciona atención médica para niños/niñas en familias que ganan demasiado dinero para cumplir con los requisitos para Medicaid, pero no lo suficiente para pagar un seguro privado. CHIP también cubre a mujeres embarazadas (en algunos estados).
Medicare es un programa financiado por el gobierno para personas mayores de 65 años o personas con discapacidades.
Seguro médico privado:
También hay planes de atención médica privados. Los planes privados pueden ser muy costosos, porque estás pagando el costo total del seguro.
Cobertura a través del seguro de un padre:
Los menores de cierta edad (generalmente 26 años) pueden estar incluidos en el plan de atención médica de un padre/una madre.
Aquí hay algunos ejemplos para ayudarte a entender la amplia gama de opciones posibles en el seguro de salud de EE.UU.:
Luis trabaja para una gran empresa de tecnología (tiene una visa de trabajo). Se le ofrece un plan de seguro de salud a través de su trabajo que cuesta $800 por mes. Su empleador paga la mayor parte del costo de su plan ($600/mes). El resto del costo ($200/mes) se descuentan del cheque de pago. Cuando Luis se enferma gravemente y necesita pasar unos días en el hospital, recibe una factura muy grande. El costo de su tratamiento y estancia en el hospital es de $10,000. Afortunadamente, está asegurado, y la compañía de seguros de salud paga casi toda la factura.
Sarah tiene 17 años. Necesita recibir algunas vacunas y su chequeo anual para la escuela. Sus padres son residentes legales (tienen una tarjeta verde) y pagan un plan de seguro de salud familiar en el Mercado ACA. Sarah estará cubierta por su plan hasta que cumpla 26 años. El seguro de salud familiar paga sus vacunas y chequeo.
Victoria tiene asilo y tiene un permiso de trabajo. Trabaja como cocinera en un restaurante. Su trabajo no le ofrece seguro de salud, y no puede pagar un seguro privado. Sin embargo, tiene derecho a un plan del Mercado ACA (financiado por el gobierno) debido a la cantidad de dinero que gana y su estatus de asilada. Después de llenar una solicitud con su sueldo y alguna otra información personal, elige un plan que proporciona cobertura promedio y le costará $50/mes. Como no es un plan de nivel superior, puede que tenga que pagar parte de su atención médica y medicamentos de su bolsillo. Pero estará cubierta por el seguro en caso de una emergencia médica o un gasto grande.
Gus no tiene seguro. No puede pagar un plan privado y no tiene derecho a un seguro a través del gobierno. Si Gus se lastima, tiene algunas opciones. Puede recibir tratamiento en una sala de emergencias, en atención urgente o en una clínica de salud pública local. Necesitará pagar por su tratamiento o pedir un plan de pago. El costo de su tratamiento podría ser más o menos costoso dependiendo de dónde vaya para recibir ayuda.
Nota: para más información sobre cuándo ir a una sala de emergencias vs. atención urgente, consulta nuestro artículo.
Silvia tiene 14 años y emigró a EE.UU. con su familia. Todos los miembros de su familia son indocumentados. Silvia y su familia viven en Oregón, que ofrece cobertura de atención médica a niños/niñas que cumplan con los requisitos, sin importar su estatus migratorio. Aunque los padres de Silvia no cumplan con los requisitos para seguro de salud, pueden ayudarla a presentar una solicitud para el programa CHIP estatal, ya que ella tiene derecho al programa.
2. ¿Qué tipos de seguro de salud financiados por el gobierno están disponibles para los inmigrantes?
Tu capacidad para cumplir con los requisitos para un seguro de salud depende de tu estatus migratorio y del estado en el que vivas.
Primero, hay algunas opciones para acceder al seguro de salud a nivel federal (nota: federal = todo el país) para inmigrantes documentados. Lamentablemente, la mayoría de los inmigrantes sin documentos no cumplen con los requisitos para el seguro de salud a nivel federal. Sin embargo, existen otros programas a nivel estatal para inmigrantes sin documentos.
Sigue leyendo para obtener más información sobre las opciones de seguro de salud financiados por el gobierno (federal y estatal):
Mercado ACA ➡️ Seguro de salud federal; solo se ofrece a inmigrantes documentados con ciertos tipos de beneficios migratorios.
Los inmigrantes documentados que tienen ciertos tipos de beneficios migratorios generalmente cumplen con los requisitos para un plan de seguro de salud a través del Mercado ACA. Dependiendo de sus ingresos, también pueden cumplir con los requisitos para asistencia financiera con estos planes.
Los inmigrantes con los siguientes tipos de estatus/beneficio migratorio generalmente cumplen con los requisitos para acceder a los planes del Mercado:
Nota: esta no es una lista completa de las personas elegibles. Para la lista completa, haz clic aquí.
Para solicitar el seguro del Mercado ACA, se debe llenar una solicitud en línea. La solicitud requiere ciertos documentos para probar tu estatus migratorio (por ejemplo, una tarjeta verde, un pasaporte, un documento EAD, etc.). Los documentos requeridos serán diferentes dependiendo de tu estatus migratorio. La solicitud también pedirá otra información personal, como tu sueldo.
Medicaid/CHIP ➡️ Programa federal y estatal generalmente ofrecido a menores y mujeres embarazadas documentados con ciertos tipos de beneficio migratorio. Algunos estados ofrecen estos programas para menores y mujeres embarazadas sin documentos. Los requisitos cambian dependiendo del estado en el que vivas.
Los estados tienen la opción de proporcionar cobertura de Medicaid o CHIP para menores hasta los 19 años y para mujeres embarazadas.
Dependiendo del estado, algunos estados solo ofrecen estos programas para menores y mujeres embarazadas con ciertos beneficios migratorios legales, como la residencia legal. Otros estados ofrecen estos programas independientemente del estatus migratorio.
Nota: Muchas personas que cumplan con los requisitos para Medicaid o CHIP deben esperar 5 años después de recibir su beneficio migratorio para obtener seguro de salud a través de estos programas. La excepción: los refugiados y asilados no tienen que esperar esos 5 años.
Atención: en algunos estados, los menores y mujeres embarazadas no tendrán que esperar los 5 años tampoco. Es importante buscar las reglas de Medicaid y CHIP en el estado en el que vives.
Consulta estos mapas para ver si tu estado ofrece Medicaid/CHIP, y si ofrecen estos programas solo a inmigrantes con ciertos beneficios migratorios, o a todos los inmigrantes independientemente del estatus. Nota: los mapas están en inglés. Si necesitas ayuda para entenderlos, contáctanos.
⭐ Estados que ofrecen cobertura CHIP para niños/niñas, independientemente del estatus migratorio: Maine, Vermont, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Connecticut, Nueva York, Nueva Jersey, Washington D.C., Minnesota, Illinois, Colorado, Utah, Washington, Oregón, California
Nota: Si necesitas ayuda para aprender más sobre las opciones de atención médica en tu estado y cómo solicitar, ¡contáctanos!
Incluso si no cumples con los requisitos para Medicaid, puedes tener derecho a un programa llamado 'Medicaid de emergencia', que cubre el acceso a la atención médica durante una emergencia médica.
Recurso útil:
Consulta aquí para ver si cumples con los requisitos para Medicaid, CHIP y/o Medicaid de emergencia.
Programas de seguro estatal para inmigrantes adultos sin documentos ➡️ hay algunos estados que tienen programas específicos para proporcionar seguro a inmigrantes indocumentados.
California, Oregón, Washington D.C. y Minnesota ofrecen cobertura de salud pública a todos los adultos, sin importar su estatus migratorio.
Nueva York e Illinois ofrecen cobertura de salud pública a adultos mayores, sin importar su estatus migratorio.
Washington ofrece cobertura de salud pública a todos los adultos y cobertura privada con subsidios estatales (lo que significa que el estado podría pagar parte o toda la cobertura).
Colorado ofrece cobertura de salud privada con subsidios estatales a todos los adultos, sin importar su estatus migratorio.
Para más información sobre la atención médica por estado, consulta este cuadro. Nota: el cuadro está disponible solamente en inglés.
3. ¿Es seguro solicitar un seguro de salud?
A continuación, se presentan algunos datos generales sobre la seguridad de solicitar un seguro de salud como inmigrante sin documentos. Es importante recordar que la política y la ley de inmigración pueden cambiar, y la mejor práctica es siempre consultar a tu abogado/a antes de solicitar un seguro de salud.
🪪 Seguridad de la información:
Bajo la ley federal actual, tu información personal debe ser protegida y mantenida segura por la compañía de seguros de salud. Solo debe ser utilizada para fines de seguro de salud, y no está permitido que se use para la aplicación de leyes de inmigración.
Si llenas una solicitud para otra persona (como tu hijo/a), no tienes que proporcionar tu estatus migratorio. Si te piden tu estatus migratorio mientras solicitas cobertura para otra persona, puedes decir: "No estoy solicitando para mí mismo."
Si no tienes un número de seguro social, no necesitas proporcionar uno. Tu solicitud no puede ser retrasada o denegada por no tener un número de seguro social.
⚠️ Carga pública:
Bajo la ley actual, Medicaid, CHIP y el seguro del Mercado ACA no se consideran parte de la carga pública. Consulta con tu abogado/a de todas formas para obtener información sobre cómo podría un seguro de salud afectar tu caso de inmigración personal.
Para más información sobre qué es la carga pública, haz clic aquí.
Recuerda, todas las personas en EE.UU. tienen derecho a ciertos tipos de tratamiento médico, independientemente de su estatus migratorio y si tienen o no seguro de salud. Para más información sobre tus derechos médicos, haz clic aquí. Para consultar otros artículos sobre temas de salud, haz clic aquí.
Este artículo ofrece información general y no debe considerarse asesoramiento legal. Asegúrate de hablar con un abogado/a sobre tu caso específico.
Última actualización: 26 de junio, 2025.
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- [🧑🏽⚕️ Conoce Tus Derechos: tratamiento médico para inmigrantes en los EE.UU.](https://www.importami.org/:locale/articles/26305513057949):
Cuando te sientes enfermo/a o estás herido/a, queremos que te sientas seguro/a para ir al médico. Obtener la atención de manera rápida y adecuada puede marcar la diferencia en la recuperación y mejoría. Sin embargo, en un país nuevo con un sistema de salud complicado, ¡es común sentirte confundido/a o asustado/a sobre si puedes obtener ayuda o no!
Todas las personas en los Estados Unidos tienen ciertos derechos a tratamiento médico. Estos derechos están protegidos por la ley.
En este artículo, respondemos a algunas preguntas comunes que puedes tener sobre dónde buscar ayuda médica en los EE.UU., tus derechos a tratamiento médico y cómo responder si te preguntan sobre tu estatus migratorio.
🚨 Si te encuentras en una situación de emergencia o tu vida está en peligro, llama al 911 de inmediato. Ellos te ayudarán a obtener atención médica de emergencia lo más rápido posible.
Aprende más sobre qué significa llamar al 911 y otras líneas de ayuda directas en los EE. UU. aquí.
1. 🏥 Si no tengo seguro médico, ¿puedo ir al hospital? ¡Sí! Tienes derecho a tratamiento en una sala de emergencias del hospital.
Las salas de emergencias de los hospitales deben proporcionar atención a cualquier persona que la necesite, sin importar su estatus migratorio o si pueden pagar el tratamiento.
No necesitas tener seguro médico para ser tratado en una sala de emergencias.
El hospital puede o no preguntar sobre tu estatus migratorio. ¡No tienes que responder a preguntas sobre tu estatus migratorio para recibir tratamiento!
Puedes decir: ‘Preferiría no proporcionar esa información.’
‘I prefer to not provide that information.’ en inglés.
El hospital puede preguntar si tienes seguro.
Puedes decir: “No cumplo con los requisitos para obtener un seguro médico.”
‘I am not eligible for health insurance.’ en inglés.
El hospital puede pedir identificación con foto. Piden identificación con foto para asegurarse de que tu identidad coincida con el nombre en los formularios y recetas. Deberías poder recibir tratamiento incluso si no tienes una identificación válida con foto.
2. 🩺 ¿Qué pasa con la atención médica no urgente, como vacunas anuales o chequeos? Tienes derecho a atención médica primaria y preventiva en un centro médico comunitario.
Los centros de salud comunitarios ofrecen medicina preventiva, como vacunas contra el covid-19 y la gripe, y atención primaria. La atención primaria incluye chequeos, exámenes generales de salud, tratamiento de enfermedades comunes y lesiones menores, y apoyo de salud mental.
Los mismos derechos que tienes en una sala de emergencias también se aplican aquí: no tienes que compartir tu estatus migratorio y no necesitas tener seguro médico.
Nota: para más información sobre los tipos de centros médicos en los EE.UU. (sala de emergencias, atención urgente y centros de salud comunitarios), consulta este artículo.
3. 🗣️ No hablo inglés. ¿Hay intérpretes disponibles? Sí, tienes derecho a recibir tratamiento en tu idioma.
Los hospitales y centros de salud comunitarios están obligados a proporcionar servicios de interpretación gratuitos en tu idioma. Pueden tener personal bilingüe, intérpretes en persona o intérpretes telefónicos/virtuales.
4. 🛡️ ¿Está segura mi información personal? Sí, los registros médicos y la información personal están protegidos por la ley federal.
Los hospitales y centros de salud comunitarios están legalmente obligados a proteger tu información personal (como tu nombre y fecha de nacimiento) y tus registros médicos. Esto significa que no pueden compartir tu información a menos que haya una orden judicial.
5. 👮🏽 ¿Es el hospital un lugar seguro para mí como inmigrante indocumentado? Sí y no. Cambios recientes en la ley permiten que ICE entre en algunas áreas de los hospitales.
ICE ahora puede entrar en áreas públicas de los hospitales. Esto incluye salas de espera, vestíbulos y otras áreas que están abiertas a todas las personas.
ICE NO puede entrar en áreas privadas, a menos que tengan una orden judicial firmada por un/a juez/a. Las áreas privadas incluyen salas de tratamiento, habitaciones de pacientes, oficinas, etc.
Nota: Una orden de deportación no es lo mismo que una orden judicial firmada por un/a jueza/a. Una orden de deportación NO permite que ICE entre en áreas privadas de un hospital.
Nota: para aprender más sobre tus derechos en un encuentro con ICE, consulta nuestra infografía.
Este artículo ofrece información general y no debe considerarse asesoramiento legal. Asegúrate de hablar con un abogado/a sobre tu caso específico.
Última actualización: 12 de mayo, 2025.
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- [🏥 Urgencias vs. Sala de emergencias: ¿cuál es la diferencia?](https://www.importami.org/:locale/articles/26303951621533):
Las enfermedades y lesiones inesperadas ocurren. Y cuando no te sientes bien o tienes una emergencia médica, es muy importante entender a dónde puedes ir para recibir ayuda, cuánto podría costar y cuáles son tus derechos en los centros médicos de EE. UU.
La atención médica en EE. UU. es especialmente confusa, porque hay muchos tipos diferentes de atención médica y centros de salud. El centro médico al que ir dependerá de la urgencia con que necesites atención médica, la gravedad de tu situación y si tienes o no seguro. También existen servicios médicos que ayudan a prevenir emergencias médicas, como chequeos anuales, vacunas y pruebas.
No te preocupes, estamos aquí para ayudarte. En este artículo explicamos la diferencia entre:
No importa cuál sea tu estatus migratorio, tienes ciertos derechos a servicios de salud en EE. UU. Para aprender más sobre tus derechos de atención médica, haz clic aquí.
Si te encuentras en una situación de emergencia o tu vida está en peligro, llama al 911 de inmediato. Ellos te ayudarán a obtener atención médica de emergencia lo más rápido posible.
Aprende más sobre qué significa llamar al 911 y otras líneas de ayuda directas en los EE. UU. aquí.
1. Sala de emergencias del hospital
La sala de emergencias (emergency room, en inglés, y a menudo llamada ER) es un lugar al que ir cuando tienes una emergencia médica. Aquí hay algunas cosas que debes saber sobre las salas de emergencias:
🏥 Las salas de emergencias están ubicadas en hospitales.
🚑 Si llamas al 911, la ambulancia te llevará a la sala de emergencias (ER).
Nota: incluso si tienes seguro, los viajes en ambulancia en EE. UU. pueden costar mucho dinero. Si estás en una situación médica grave o tu vida está en peligro, no esperes para llamar al 911. Ellos te ayudarán a llegar a la ER lo más rápido posible, y el tiempo podría salvar tu vida. Si tu lesión/enfermedad te impide conducir físicamente, emocionalmente o mentalmente, también es una buena idea llamar al 911. Sin embargo, si tu condición te permite el tiempo para conseguir un transporte (y tienes acceso a un carro), puede ahorrarte mucho dinero organizar tu propio transporte a la ER.
🤕 Debes ir a la ER para emergencias médicas graves o que ponen tu vida en peligro y necesitan ser tratadas de inmediato.
Ejemplos de enfermedades o lesiones por las que deberías ir a la sala de emergencias son:
Una reacción alérgica grave
Incapacidad para respirar
Una quemadura o corte grave
Una lesión grave (como una lesión en la cabeza o en el pecho, o un hueso roto)
Enfermedades que aparecen muy rápidamente y afectan todo tu cuerpo
Sangrado durante el embarazo
📅❌ No necesitas una cita para ir a una sala de emergencias.
Las salas de emergencias están abiertas 24/7.
Cuando llegues a la sala de emergencias, habrá una recepción donde necesitarás registrarte. Te pedirán información personal (como tu nombre y fecha de nacimiento), si tienes seguro y cuál es la razón de tu visita a la ER.
Dependiendo de la gravedad de tu emergencia y de lo ocupados que estén, pueden llevarte a ver a un médico de inmediato, o puede que tengas que esperar en la sala de espera hasta que te llamen. Usualmente ven primero a los pacientes con lesiones más graves.
🧑⚕️ Dependiendo de tu lesión/enfermedad, habrá un equipo de enfermeras, médicos y cirujanos que pueden tratarte. Tienen recursos para realizar pruebas específicas (como una radiografía o una resonancia magnética) y pueden proporcionar tratamientos que salvan vidas, como cirugía.
🛏️ Si necesitan mantenerte ingresado/a para monitoreo o más tratamientos, pueden transferirte a otra parte del hospital para atención a largo plazo.
💵 La atención médica en una ER cuesta dinero.
Antes de salir de la ER, la recepción hablará contigo sobre los costos y opciones de facturación. Dependiendo de si tienes seguro o no, puede que tengas que pagar una cantidad de dinero por adelantado, o pueden trabajar en un plan de facturación contigo.
Nota:todas las personas en EE. UU., independientemente de su estatus migratoria y la capacidad de pago, tienen derecho a recibir tratamiento médico en una sala de emergencias. Esto significa que el hospital está legalmente obligado a proporcionarte atención médica de emergencia, ya sea que puedas pagarla o no.
El hospital puede hablar contigo sobre planes de pago u opciones de asistencia financiera.
2. Un centro de atención urgente
Para lesiones o enfermedades de moderadas a graves, que necesitan ser tratadas rápidamente, pero que no son potencialmente mortales, un centro de atención urgente o centro de urgencias (Urgent Care en inglés) podría ser una mejor opción que la sala de emergencias.
⚕️ Los centros de urgencias no suelen estar conectados a un hospital. A menudo están ubicados en edificios privados.
🤒 Debes ir a un centro de urgencias para condiciones que necesitan ser atendidas en 24-48 horas, pero que no son críticas ni ponen en peligro la vida.
Ejemplos de enfermedades o lesiones por las que deberías ir a urgencias son:
Síntomas moderados de resfriado o gripe (dolor de garganta severo, fiebre moderada, vómitos).
Una lesión menor, como un esguince, distensión o corte menor que puede necesitar puntos.
Infecciones menores que pueden necesitar antibióticos (como una infección de oído, faringitis o un pequeño corte infectado).
📅❌ No necesitas una cita para ir a urgencias.
Sin embargo, los centros de urgencias suelen estar abiertos solo durante el horario comercial. Por ejemplo, pueden estar abiertos de 8:00am a 8:00pm, o pueden estar cerrados los domingos o fines de semana. Consulta el horario de tu centro de urgencias local para obtener más información.
Los centros de urgencias suelen operar por orden de llegada. Si tienes una lesión menor, podrías tener que esperar mucho tiempo en una sala de emergencias, donde priorizan las lesiones graves. Pero en urgencias, tu espera puede ser más corta ya que te atenderán en el orden en que llegues.
👩🏼⚕️ Puedes recibir atención de enfermeras o médicos en urgencias, y suelen tener algunas opciones avanzadas de pruebas y tratamientos (como radiografías).
💵 El tratamiento en urgencias cuesta dinero.
Para lesiones/enfermedades menores, el tratamiento en urgencias suele ser más barato que el tratamiento en una sala de emergencias.
Si no tienes seguro, los centros de urgencias pueden ofrecerte un descuento por pagar en efectivo, pagar por adelantado, o pueden ofrecerte un plan de pago.
Nota: También puedes escuchar el término walk-in clinic (clínica sin cita previa). Las clínicas sin cita previa son muy similares a urgencias (puedes entrar sin cita previa y recibir tratamiento para lesiones y enfermedades menores). Sin embargo, las clínicas sin cita previa suelen ofrecer atención muy básica en comparación con urgencias.
3. Centros de salud comunitarios
Dependiendo de dónde vivas, puede haber centros de salud comunitarios/locales (a veces llamados clínicas, clínicas gratuitas o centros de salud pública).
❤️🩹 Los centros de salud locales a menudo incluyen servicios para la salud de la mujer y la familia, atención preventiva (como chequeos generales, inmunizaciones y pruebas), y atención de salud mental.
📆 Puede que tengas que hacer una cita con anticipación.
A veces los centros de salud locales organizan eventos específicos en ciertos días, como pruebas gratuitas de ETS, servicios dentales gratuitos o vacunas gratuitas. Es una buena idea consultar con tu centro de salud local y mantenerte al día con su calendario de eventos.
💵❌ La mayoría de los centros de salud comunitarios ofrecen servicios de bajo costo o gratuitos para personas sin seguro. Cuánto pagas depende de cuánto dinero ganes.
Muchas comunidades también tienen 'centros de salud pública' financiados por el estado o localmente. Los centros de salud pública ofrecen atención asequible a quienes la necesitan, y también ofrecen tratamiento, pruebas y vacunas para enfermedades transmisibles (como covid-19). Los centros de salud pública deben ofrecerte estos servicios, independientemente de tu estatus legal o capacidad de pago.
A continuación, te presentamos algunos programas nacionales para atención médica de bajo costo/gratuita, así como algunos recursos para encontrar centros de salud locales:
⭐ Planned Parenthood proporciona atención de salud de la mujer, salud sexual y salud reproductiva de bajo costo. Planned Parenthood tiene centros en ciudades de todo EE. UU. Encuentra un centro de salud cerca de ti, o inscríbete para una cita de telesalud (una cita por teléfono, video, chat o texto). También tienen una función de chat en su sitio web para hacer preguntas.
⭐ NeedyMeds tiene un directorio de búsqueda en línea para ayudar a localizar servicios de salud gratuitos o de bajo costo por ciudad o código postal. Puedes buscar una lista de cupones (buscar por el nombre del medicamento/prescripción que necesitas) para ayudarte a obtener descuentos en recetas. Y también tienen una tarjeta de descuento gratuita que puede ayudar a hacer que tu medicamento sea menos costoso. Muestra la tarjeta de descuento/cupones al farmacéutico junto con tu receta para el medicamento. Nota: el sitio web solo está disponible en inglés; si necesitas ayuda para navegar por sus recursos, ponte en contacto con nosotros.
⭐ El Centro Nacional de Salud para Trabajadores Agrícolas tiene un mapa de clínicas que ofrecen atención médica a trabajadores agrícolas migrantes y sus familias. Nota: el sitio web solo está disponible en inglés; si necesitas ayuda para navegar por sus recursos, ponte en contacto con nosotros.
⭐ La Asociación Nacional de Clínicas Gratuitas y Caritativas tiene un directorio en línea donde puedes buscar clínicas de salud gratuitas/de bajo costo por ciudad o código postal. El sitio está disponible en muchos idiomas. Nota: no todas las clínicas de salud asequibles aparecerán en esta búsqueda, y puede haber otras opciones cerca de ti que no formen parte de esta red.
Si necesitas ayuda para conectarte con centros de salud locales y asequibles para atención preventiva o general, ¡ponte en contacto con nosotros! Estamos felices de ayudarte a conectarte con estos servicios.
Si no tienes estatus legal y estás nervioso/a sobre si es seguro para ti buscar atención médica, consulta nuestro artículo sobre tus derechos de atención médica como inmigrante.
Este artículo ofrece información general y no debe considerarse asesoramiento legal. Asegúrate de hablar con un abogado/a sobre tu caso específico.
Última actualización: 1 de abril, 2025.
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Aetna Health. (Consultado Marzo 2025). ¿Es una urgencia... o una emergencia? https://es.aetna.com/health-guide/medical-emergency-go-er-urgent-care.html
- [🧠 La salud mental: por qué es importante y dónde encontrar ayuda](https://www.importami.org/:locale/articles/21829105119005):
❗ Importante: Muchas personas se enfrentan a crisis de salud mental sin el apoyo o la atención que necesitan. Si tú o alguien que conoces tiene pensamientos o sentimientos de lastimarse a sí mismo o a otros, es sumamente importante que se lo digas a alguien. Puedes también llamar o enviar un mensaje de texto a la Línea de Prevención del Suicidio y Crisis en cualquier momento al número "988". Ofrecen apoyo confidencial y recursos gratuitos las 24 horas, los 7 días de la semana, tanto en inglés como en español. También tienen una opción de "chat" en su sitio web a la que puedes acceder desde una computadora o un teléfono.
La salud mental tiene que ver con cómo pensamos y cómo nos sentimos.
Puede ser afectada por muchas cosas.
Tu salud mental está relacionada con tus sentimientos, pensamientos y experiencias, entre otras cosas. Esto hace que la salud mental sea distinta en cada persona.
Nadie más tendrá la misma experiencia de salud mental que tú.
De la misma forma que cuidamos nuestra salud física al comer bien, dormir y hacer ejercicio, también necesitamos cuidar nuestra salud mental.
Nuestro cerebro, al igual que cualquier otra parte de nuestro cuerpo, a veces puede sentirse agotado o no estar en su mejor estado.
Cuando nuestro cerebro no está en su mejor estado, esto puede afectar a nuestras emociones, pensamientos y comportamientos.
Mudarse a un nuevo país, donde la cultura, el idioma y las reglas son diferentes a las de tu país de origen, es una experiencia intensa y puede resultar abrumadora. Es normal sentir miedo, tristeza, enojo y muchas otras emociones. No estás solo/a – hay muchos jóvenes (¡y adultos!) que experimentan sentimientos iguales o similares.
Sin embargo, cuando estos sentimientos se vuelven tan fuertes que dificultan nuestra vida diaria, esto puede ser:
una señal de estrés emocional más profundo, como la depresión o la ansiedad
el momento de pedir ayuda
Este artículo habla sobre algunos conceptos básicos e importantes sobre la salud mental, como:
ANSIEDADes una sensación similar a la preocupación y el miedo, y es una reacción normal al estrés.
A veces puede causar síntomas físicos, como un latido rápido del corazón, dolor de estómago o dificultad para respirar.
A veces, las personas sienten ansiedad por cosas que van a suceder en el futuro, y otras veces ni siquiera saben por qué se sienten ansiosas.
Puedes pensar en la ansiedad como un sistema de alarma; tu cuerpo envía el mensaje de que puede haber peligro. En muchas situaciones, la ansiedad nos ayuda a mantenernos seguros/as y motivados/as. Por ejemplo, sentir ansiedad por un examen puede motivarte a estudiar más. O sentir ansiedad en una situación peligrosa puede hacer que te alejes o que tomes medidas prudentes para estar seguro/a.
Aunque la ansiedad es una emoción natural y a menudo saludable, sentirla durante mucho tiempo puede causar problemas y evitar que hagamos las cosas que queremos hacer.
Algunas personas tienen “sistemas de alarma” muy sensibles y pueden sentir ansiedad incluso cuando hay muy poco peligro o ninguno.
Sentirse muy ansioso/a todo el tiempo también puede ser un signo de un trastorno de ansiedad, que puede afectar la capacidad de una persona para dormir, su salud física (puede hacer que se enferme más fácilmente), sus relaciones, su éxito en la escuela o en el trabajo, y su capacidad para llevar a cabo las actividades diarias.
DEPRESIÓN es un sentimiento de tristeza o desesperanza profunda que dura por mucho tiempo. Sentirse triste ante una situación difícil es normal, pero la depresión puede hacer que una persona se sienta triste y sin esperanza incluso después de que la situación haya mejorado, o sin motivo aparente.
La depresión puede hacer que las personas sientan que no tienen energía y que no quieren hacer cosas que antes disfrutaban. Otros síntomas incluyen dificultades para:
dormir o comer
perder o ganar peso
sentirse muy cansado/a o con poca energía
La depresión también puede hacer que las personas sientan que no son lo suficientemente buenas o que a nadie le importan, y podrían:
tener dificultades para conectar con amigos y familiares
tener pensamientos de hacerse daño o suicidarse
⭐ Recuerda: La depresión, la ansiedad y otras dificultades de salud mental no son culpa de nadie, y es muy importante (¡y está bien!) pedir ayuda si te sientes así. La ansiedad y la depresión pueden ser tratadas por profesionales, y hay ayuda disponible.
2. 👥 ¿Qué es la terapia?
Existen muchas maneras de cuidar tu salud mental y sentirte mejor, y hablar con alguien en quien confíes es un excelente primer paso. Si crees que podrías estar experimentando un problema de salud mental, es importante compartir esos sentimientos con un familiar, amigo/a, maestro/a u otra persona en quien confíes. Echa un vistazo a nuestro artículo: “Adultos de Confianza: Quiénes Son y Como Identificarlos.”
También puedes hablar con un/a terapeuta, que es como un/a doctor/a para tu salud mental.
Un/a terapeuta está capacitado/a profesionalmente para entender los problemas que afrontas y ayudarte a resolverlos.
Cuando visitas a un/a terapeuta, esto se llama “terapia”.
En tu primera cita con un/a terapeuta:
hablará contigo y con un padre/una madre o un tutor
tienes la opción de ir con a un padre/una madre o a una persona de confianza si eso te hace sentir más cómodo/a
te hará preguntas y te escuchará para entender cómo te sientes, cuáles son tus experiencias, y cómo pueden ayudarte a sentirte mejor
todo lo que compartas con un/a terapeuta es confidencial, lo que significa que será privado entre tú y tu terapeuta.
Si deseas encontrar a alguien que te ayude con tu salud mental, puedes preguntar a tu centro de salud local o contactar con un consejero/a o enfermero/a de tu escuela. ¡También podemos conectarte con terapeutas que se especializan en trabajar con niños/niñas y hablan tu idioma!
3. 💆🏾 ¿Qué puedo hacer para cuidar mi salud mental?
Visitar a un/a terapeuta es una excelente manera de obtener ayuda profesional para tu salud mental. Sin embargo, ¡hay otras cosas que TÚ puedes hacer por tu cuenta! Algunos de estos consejos pueden ayudarte a sentirte más tranquilo/a durante momentos de ansiedad o miedo, y otros son buenos hábitos para mejorar tu salud mental en general.
⭐ Recuerda: la experiencia de salud mental de cada persona es única, y algunos de estos consejos pueden ser útiles para tu situación específica, mientras que otros tal vez no lo sean. ¡Eso está bien! Encontrar lo que mejor funciona para ti es parte de tu viaje de salud mental, y es importante tener paciencia y ser amable contigo mismo/a en el proceso.
😤 Ejercicios de respiración: Cuando te sientas ansioso/a, asustado/a o abrumado/a, intenta concentrarte en tu respiración. Respirar lenta y profundamente es una señal para tu cuerpo y cerebro de que estás a salvo.
Consejo: Imagina que estás oliendo una taza de té caliente y deliciosa (o cualquier bebida caliente que te guste). Inhala profundamente por la nariz, y luego sopla suavemente todo el aire para enfriar el té imaginario. Sigue inhalando profundamente por la nariz (oliendo el té) y exhalando lentamente por la boca (soplando el té) hasta que te sientas más tranquilo/a.
🏃🏾♀️ Ejercicio físico: El ejercicio libera sustancias químicas en el cerebro que nos hacen sentir bien. Caminar, practicar un deporte o bailar con tu música favorita son opciones que puedes probar.
🧘🏾♂️ Conciencia plena (Mindfulness): Enfócate en el momento presente prestando atención a tus pensamientos, sentimientos y entorno. Prueba una meditación guiada (hay muchos videos gratuitos en YouTube o aplicaciones para tu teléfono; compartimos algunas de nuestras favoritas en la siguiente sección) o simplemente cierra los ojos y concéntrate en tu respiración.
🛌🏾 Dormir: Cuando no dormimos lo suficiente, nuestro cerebro se siente cansado y nublado, y se hace más difícil concentrarnos y sentirnos bien. Dormir lo necesario ayuda a nuestro cerebro a aprender, tomar decisiones, manejar el estrés y la ansiedad, y regular nuestras emociones.
🥗 Comer sano: Comer alimentos saludables proporciona a nuestro cerebro los nutrientes que necesita para funcionar bien. Los alimentos altos en azúcar y grasas poco saludables pueden hacernos sentir lentos/as y de mal humor, mientras que los alimentos altos en proteínas, granos enteros, frutas y verduras nos dan la energía y concentración necesarias para sentirnos bien.
🗣️ Habla con alguien: Comparte tus sentimientos con un adulto de confianza, como un padre/una madre, maestro/a o consejero/a. A veces, solo hablar sobre lo que sientes puede ayudarte a sentirte mejor.
✍🏾 Escríbelo: Escribir tus pensamientos y sentimientos en un diario puede resultar útil. Puedes escribir en un cuaderno, en tu teléfono o en la computadora. Desafíate a escribir todos los días, aunque solo sean unas pocas palabras o frases.
Consejo: Llevar un diario de gratitud es una buena herramienta cuando te sientes abrumado/a por emociones o pensamientos negativos. Intenta escribir tres cosas cada día por las que estés agradecido/a, sin importar si son pequeñas o grandes.
😃 Haz algo que disfrutes: Hacer algo que te haga feliz, como dibujar, leer o tocar música, puede ser una buena distracción de los pensamientos y sentimientos negativos.
4. 🔍️ ¿Dónde puedo encontrar recursos para la salud mental?
Es posible que haya recursos útiles de salud mental en tu comunidad, como grupos de apoyo, yoga y meditación, consejería, etc. Intenta preguntar a tu consejero/a escolar o en centros comunitarios/grupos de los que formes parte.
Siempre puedes también enviarnos un mensaje, y estaremos encantados/as de ayudarte a conectarte con recursos de salud mental accesibles en tu comunidad.
También hay muchas aplicaciones de salud mental y meditación para tu teléfono que están disponibles de forma gratuita (o que ofrecen pruebas gratuitas) y pueden ayudarte a manejar el estrés y otras emociones. Las siguientes aplicaciones están disponibles para dispositivos iOS y Android:
Una buena introducción a la meditación para comenzar.
La aplicación está disponible en inglés y español, y las meditaciones están disponibles en 14 idiomas diferentes.
¡Es gratuita!
Este artículo ofrece información general y no debe considerarse asesoramiento legal. Asegúrate de hablar con un abogado/a sobre tu caso específico.
Última actualización: 27 de mayo, 2025.
ImportaMí es un proyecto dedicado a proporcionar información confiable, accesible y relevante para menores no acompañados y sus patrocinadores en los Estados Unidos. ImportaMí es parte de Signpost, una iniciativa del Comité Internacional de Rescate junto con otras organizaciones que crea centros de ayuda digital para personas impactadas por conflictos, desastres, pobreza y violencia.
- [🚫 Cómo evitar fraude y estafas de inmigración](https://www.importami.org/:locale/articles/28424736577181):
¿Has oído hablar sobre fraude?
Fraude es cuando alguien intenta engañarte, generalmente por dinero. ¿Sabías que a menudo los estafadores se dirigen a migrantes que están en situaciones difíciles? Es importante tener cuidado en las plataformas de redes sociales como Facebook, Instagram y TikTok donde los estafadores pueden compartir información falsa sobre inmigración.
Recuerda siempre verificar la información con fuentes oficiales o buscar ayuda de organizaciones de confianza para evitar estafas. ¡Mantente informado y protégete del fraude!
Este artículo cubre los siguientes tipos básicos de fraude y cómo obtener ayuda:
Los imitadores del gobierno son personas que mienten y se hacen pasar por empleados del gobierno. Por lo general, contactan a migrantes a través de redes sociales y te piden dinero o información personal.
💡 Recuerda: Los empleados del gobierno solo te contactarán a través de canales oficiales del gobierno. Su información en línea se puede encontrar en los sitios web de uscis.gov y dhs.gov.
🚫 Los empleados del gobierno (de agencias como USCIS, DHS, EOIR, etc.) NUNCA:
📱 Te contactarán a través de redes sociales.
💰 Te pedirán transferir dinero a alguien o pagar tarifas a alguien por teléfono o por correo electrónico.
🎁 Aceptarán Western Unión, MoneyGram, PayPal o tarjetas de regalo como pago de los trámites de inmigración.
2. 💻 Estafas en las redes sociales sobre inmigración
Navegar por el mundo online puede ser complicado, especialmente cuando se trata de temas importantes como la inmigración. ¡Pero no te preocupes- estamos aquí para ayudarte!
💭 Ten cuidado con las publicaciones que suenan demasiado buenas: A veces, la información online puede sonar demasiado buena para ser verdad, como manera rápida de llegar a donde quieres estar. Recuerda, si parece demasiado fácil, ¡probablemente lo es!
✅ Verifica dos veces con fuentes confiables: Piensa en las redes sociales como un gran patio de recreo - es divertido, pero antes de creer todo lo que ves, verifica con fuentes confiables como sitios web oficiales del gobierno u organizaciones comunitarias de confianza.
🙅♂️ Ten cuidado con plataformas no confiables: ¡Lugares como Facebook, WhatsApp y TikTok pueden ser lugares donde circulan historias engañosas sobre la inmigración! Los estafadores podrían intentar conectarse contigo en estas plataformas, prometiendo ayuda, pero al final robándote tu dinero o dándote malos consejos que podrían meterte en problemas.
♻️ ¡Comparte solo información confiable!: Si alguna vez ves algo en línea que suene sospechoso sobre inmigración, ¡no lo compartas! Compartir algo falso puede confundir a los demás.
Algunas mentiras comunes a tener en cuenta que los estafadores comparten en las redes sociales son:
😷 Las fronteras de Estados Unidos están abiertas ahora que la pandemia de COVID está mejorando.
🛤️ Las condiciones ambientales son buenas o seguras en la ruta hacia Estados Unidos,.
🌍 La migración hacia Estados Unidos es "más fácil" ahora en general, y
🗽 Lograrás el "sueño Americano”.
Puedes ver más ejemplos de publicaciones reales de estafas de inmigración en este estudio reciente realizado por el Proyecto de Transparencia Tecnológica (TTP).
💡 Recuerda: Es importante que tú, tu familia y amigos estén al tanto del fraude de inmigración y que no confíen en todo lo que ven en las redes sociales.
3. 👨⚖️ Estafas de Patrocinio
Programas como Uniéndose para Ucrania (United for Ukraine) o Procesos para Cubanos, Haitianos, Nicaragüenses y Venezolanos ofrecen una forma legal de permanecer en los Estados Unidos durante un tiempo limitado. Pero hay un paso importante: encontrar un patrocinador. Algunos estafadores han tomado nota de este requisito, y pueden tratar de engañarte para que les des dinero o información personal.
⛔ Estos estafadores podrían:
Prometer ser tu patrocinador (¡pero a cambio de dinero!): Ten cuidado si alguien te ofrece ser tu patrocinador, pero quiere a cambio dinero o información personal (como los detalles de tu pasaporte).
Hacerse pasar por del USCIS y pedir costo extra: Si recibes un correo electrónico que dice que necesitas pagar extra para que el USCIS revise tu solicitud, ¡ignóralo! Los sitios web del USCIS muestran todas las tarifas por adelantado, y no hay costos ocultos.
Encontrar un patrocinador es importante, pero nunca debería implicar un pago o compartir detalles personales. Si algo en una oferta de patrocinio parece sospechoso, habla con un adulto de confianza o una organización que te ayude para recibir ayuda. Ellos pueden ayudarte a encontrar la información correcta y evitar que te engañen.
💡 Recuerda:
💵 NO envíes dinero a nadie que haga promesas sobre juntar a la familia. à Las agencias no te pedirán que mandes dinero por teléfono.
💳 NO des tus datos bancarios, número de Seguro Social, o información de tarjeta de crédito a nadie por teléfono. à Las agencias no te pedirán que des esta información personal por teléfono.
4. ⚖️ Fraude notarial público
Es común en muchos países de América Latina que los notarios den consejos legales y te ayuden con tu caso de inmigración.
¡Cuidado! En los Estados Unidos, los notarios NO pueden ayudarte legalmente con tu caso de inmigración. Trabajar con un notario o alguien que no está autorizado para dar consejos legales puede perjudicar tus posibilidades de ganar tu caso de inmigración.
💡 Recuerda: Solo un abogado o representante acreditado que trabaje para una organización reconocida por el Departamento de Justicia puede ofrecer consejos legales.
5. 🤝 Obtén la ayuda adecuada
Navegar por el proceso de inmigración puede ser complicado, y contar con la guía correcta es tan importante como la documentación en sí misma. Aunque es normal que amigos y familiares quieran ayudar, pueden cometer errores que causen problemas más adelante. Por ejemplo, alguien dispuesto a traducir o completar formularios contigo podría no estar calificado para darte consejos sobre formularios específicos o saber cómo responder preguntas correctamente. Tómate tu tiempo para encontrar a las personas adecuadas que te ayuden con tu situación de inmigración.
Aquí tienes algunas opciones:
👩⚖️ Abogado de Inmigración: Son abogados que se especializan en inmigración y pueden darte asesoría legal. Para asegurarte de que están licenciados en tu estado, haz clic aquí.
💼 Representante Acreditado: Los representantes acreditados son especialistas en inmigración, pero no son abogados. Trabajan para organizaciones aprobadas por el gobierno de los Estados Unidos para ayudarte a navegar por el proceso de inmigración. Estas organizaciones pueden cobrar una tarifa por sus servicios. Para encontrar un representante acreditado cerca de ti, haz clic aquí.
NOTA IMPORTANTE: Esta página proporciona información general y no debe considerarse asesoramiento legal. Por favor, asegúrate de hablar con un abogado sobre tu caso específico.
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Este artículo ofrece información general y no debe considerarse asesoramiento legal. Asegúrate de hablar con un abogado/a sobre tu caso específico.
Última actualización: 15 de mayo, 2024.
ImportaMí es un proyecto dedicado a proporcionar información confiable, accesible y relevante para menores no acompañados y sus patrocinadores en los Estados Unidos. ImportaMí es parte de Signpost, una iniciativa del Comité Internacional de Rescate junto con otras organizaciones que crea centros de ayuda digital para personas impactadas por conflictos, desastres, pobreza y violencia.
FUENTES:
Informe de la Frontera. (6 de septiembre de 2022). Los rumores siguen engañando a los migrantes sobre las oportunidades de asilo. Obtenido de https://tinyurl.com/39jzysef
- [⛓️💥 Trata de personas: cómo identificarla y pasos a seguir](https://www.importami.org/:locale/articles/27048469712797):
La trata de personas es un delito muy peligroso y serio que afecta a millones de personas en todo el mundo, incluyendo niños, niñas y adolescentes. Es un delito complicado del que cualquiera puede ser víctima (hombres, mujeres y niños/niñas de cualquier edad, raza y nacionalidad), y puede ocurrir en cualquier lugar (en cualquier país, y tanto en ciudades como en áreas rurales).
La mejor manera de detener la trata de personas es entender qué es, conocer cuáles son las señales de la trata de personas y saber cómo y dónde obtener ayuda cuando ocurre.
La trata de personas es cuando una persona obliga, manipula o engaña a alguien para que haga algo que no quiere hacer. El/la traficante es una persona en una posición de poder que usa su poder para controlar a la persona traficada. La trata de personas se conoce también como la esclavitud moderna.
Es común pensar que la trata de personas implica algún tipo de secuestro forzado, ¡pero esto no es necesariamente cierto! La trata puede ocurrir en cualquier lugar, no siempre implica fuerza física, y puede suceder a manos de desconocidos o personas que conocemos y en quienes confiamos. La trata también puede ser un proceso gradual; los/las traficantes a veces pasan semanas o meses manipulando, ganando la confianza y preparando a la persona que quieren controlar.
La trata puede ocurrir sin el uso de fuerza física. Los/las traficantes usan diferentes técnicas para obtener control sobre la persona que están traficando, como:
🤕 Violencia o amenazas para hacer que la persona tenga miedo de desobedecer.
Las amenazas pueden incluir daños a esa persona, o a alguien querido de su entorno, chantaje o incluso amenazas con llamar a las autoridades. Por ejemplo, un traficante podría amenazar con denunciar a un inmigrante indocumentado a las autoridades para obligarlo a hacer algo.
🤥 Mentiras y falsas promesas de un trabajo, dinero, un lugar para vivir u otros beneficios que nunca se ven cumplidos.
💔 Manipulación emocional de una persona usando confianza, amor, amistad, etc.
🙅♂️ Hacer que la persona sienta que no tiene otras opciones.
A veces hacen esto robando sus documentos de viaje e identificación, o no permitiéndoles tener dinero. Los aíslan y evitan que tengan acceso a un teléfono o computadora, para que no puedan pedir ayuda.
🫢 Hacer que la persona tenga miedo de pedir ayuda.
Los convencen de que nadie les creerá, o los amenacen con algún tipo de castigo por intentar pedir ayuda.
La trata puede tomar muchas formas diferentes y puede existir en diferentes industrias. Tres de las formas más comunes de trata de personas son la trata sexual, el trabajo forzado y la servidumbre doméstica.
La trata sexual es cuando una persona es obligada/manipulada/engañada para realizar actividades sexuales a cambio de dinero u otros tipos de pago.
La trata sexual puede ocurrir en persona o en línea.
El trabajo forzado es cuando se obliga/manipula/engaña a una persona para trabajar por poco o ningún pago. Por lo general, no son tratadas de manera justa y sus derechos laborales no son respetados (por ejemplo, se las obliga a trabajar largas horas, el trabajo es peligroso o no se les dan descansos o el equipo de seguridad adecuado).
El trabajo forzado puede ocurrir en muchos tipos diferentes de trabajos, incluyendo construcción, trabajo en fábricas, trabajo en granjas, trabajo doméstico (como limpieza o cuidado de niños/niñas), y muchos más.
Nota: En los EE.UU. hay leyes laborales que protegen a los trabajadores—incluyendo a niños/niñas y adolescentes—del trabajo forzado, trabajo no remunerado y entornos de trabajo peligrosos o que ponen tu salud en peligro. Independientemente de tu estatus migratorio, tienes derechos como trabajador y tu empleador debe respetar tus derechos.
La servidumbre doméstica es cuando una persona es obligada a trabajar en la casa de otra persona sin pago o trato justo. Puede implicar limpieza, cocina o cuidado de niños/niñas o personas mayores en el hogar.
Las personas que son obligadas a trabajar en servidumbre doméstica a menudo no se les permite salir de la casa o tener contacto con alguien fuera de la casa.
2. ¿Quiénes son los/las traficantes?
¡No hay una descripción única para identificar a los/las traficantes! Muchas personas imaginan un estereotipo de los/las traficantes (por ejemplo, muchas personas piensan que los traficantes siempre son hombres), pero la realidad es que los/las traficantes vienen en todas las formas y tamaños. Pueden ser de cualquier género, edad o raza. Además, no todos/as los/las traficantes son desconocidos/as para las personas que trafican.
Los/las traficantes pueden ser:
empleadores
miembros de pandillas
personas desconocidas
miembros de la familia
amigos y amigas de la familia
vecinos/as y miembros de la comunidad
parejas románticas
¡cualquier otra persona!
Los/las traficantes a menudo se aprovechan de personas en una situación vulnerable o de personas que no podrán pedir ayuda fácilmente.Pueden apuntar a alguien que:
está teniendo dificultades financieras
está buscando un nuevo trabajo
está tratando de construir una vida mejor para sí misma o su familia
está solo/a y no tiene amigos/as o familiares cerca que la cuiden
es emocionalmente vulnerable
no habla el idioma local
tiene miedo de las autoridades por alguna razón
Aunque es aterrador pensar que el/la traficante puede ser alguien cercano de ti, es importante ser consciente de esto y conocer las señales de la trata de personas para que puedas protegerte a ti y a los demás.
3. ¿Dónde están los traficantes?
Los traficantes apuntan a personas tanto en línea como en lugares físicos. Algunos ejemplos de lugares donde actúan son:
💻 en línea, especialmente a través de las redes sociales y aplicaciones de citas
🏫 escuelas
🏞️ lugares de reunión populares como centros comerciales, parques, conciertos, centros comunitarios, centros de transporte público, fiestas, etc.
🏠 hogares grupales y albergues
🚨 centros de detención
También es importante tener en cuenta que las personas que están siendo traficadas no siempre se mantienen aisladas y escondidas. Es posible que se les permitida participar en actividades normales de la vida; por ejemplo, un joven que está siendo forzado a la trata puede también asistir a la escuela. Las personas con las que interactúas en una tienda, salón de belleza, restaurante, fábrica o granja pueden también ser víctimas de la trata de personas, aunque no se perciba a simple vista.
4. ¿Cuáles son los indicadores de alerta de la trata de personas?
Cada situación de trata de personas es diferente, y puede ser difícil reconocer las señales. Sin embargo, ser consciente de las ‘banderas rojas’ comunes o señales de alarma puede ayudarte a identificar si alguien está siendo traficado. Familiarizarte con estas banderas rojas también puede ayudarte a protegerte del tráfico de personas.
Aquí hay algunas de las banderas rojas y señales de alarma que pueden mostrar las víctimas de la trata de personas:
🚩 Señales de abuso (físico o psicológico).
Los moratones son un ejemplo de una señal de abuso físico. Las señales de abuso psicológico se presentan como ansiedad, autoestima baja, nerviosismo extremo, etc.
🚩 No tener control sobre documentos de identificación, como pasaportes y documentos de inmigración.
🚩 Tener libertad de movimiento limitada.
Por ejemplo, no se les permite salir de la casa o lugar de trabajo, o necesitan permiso para hacer cosas básicas, como ir a la tienda.
🚩 Ausencias inexplicables.
Por ejemplo, faltar mucho a la escuela, o no asistir a eventos y reuniones a los que solían ir.
🚩 Vivir donde trabajan.
🚩 Tener una gran deuda que no pueden pagar, o no tener dinero a pesar de trabajar muchas horas.
🚩 Tener condiciones médicas no tratadas o no tener acceso a atención médica.
🚩 Evitar/tener poco contacto con familiares y amigos.
🚩 Parecer muy temeroso de una persona o muy apegado a una persona.
🚩 Parecer muy desconfiado de las autoridades o figuras de autoridad.
Recuerda que estas banderas rojas pueden no estar siempre presentes en casos de trata de personas, y que algunas personas que están siendo traficadas activamente pueden no mostrar señales obvias de ser forzadas o manipuladas.
5. ¿Qué debo hacer si creo que yo u otra persona está siendo traficada?
La trata de personas es un delito grave, y es importante que reportes cualquier caso de trata de personas. Alzar la voz y reportar puede ayudar a protegerte tanto a ti como a otras personas de la explotación y el daño.
¡Importante! ⚠️ Nunca intentes confrontar o detener a un/a traficante por tu cuenta. Tampoco es una buena idea confrontar a la víctima de la trata. Podrías ponerlos a ellos/as o a ti en peligro. Si sospechas la trata de personas, hay algunas opciones para reportar el crimen:
Si tú o alguien más está en peligro inmediato, llama al 911. Llamar al 911 te pondrá en contacto con la policía u otras autoridades que pueden ayudarte de inmediato.
Para más información sobre el 911 y otras líneas de crisis en los EE.UU., haz clic aquí.
Habla con un adulto seguro. Si hay un padre/madre, maestro/a u otro adulto seguro con el que te sientas cómodo/a, puedes pedirles ayuda y orientación sobre cómo reportar el crimen.
Ponte en contacto con la Línea Nacional de Trata de Personas. La línea es gratuita, confidencial, disponible 24/7, y disponible en inglés y español. Ponte en contacto:
Puede haber organizaciones locales donde vives que proporcionen ayuda y apoyo para detener la trata de personas. Puedes buscar organizaciones en tu área ingresando tu código postal o ciudad aquí.
Para aprender más sobre qué es la trata de personas y cómo reconocer las señales, consulta este video de Blue Campaign:
Este artículo ofrece información general y no debe considerarse asesoramiento legal. Asegúrate de hablar con un abogado/a sobre tu caso específico.
Última actualización: 1 de mayo, 2025.
ImportaMí es un proyecto dedicado a proporcionar información confiable, accesible y relevante para menores no acompañados y sus patrocinadores en los Estados Unidos. ImportaMí es parte de Signpost, una iniciativa del Comité Internacional de Rescate junto con otras organizaciones que crea centros de ayuda digital para personas impactadas por conflictos, desastres, pobreza y violencia.
- [📞 Redes de Respuesta Rápida: ¿A quién puedo llamar?](https://www.importami.org/:locale/articles/26388540444189):
En el clima actual de inmigración en los Estados Unidos, las redadas por parte de Inmigración y Control de Aduanas (ICE, por sus siglas en inglés) son cada vez más comunes. Aunque de mucho miedo pensar que ICE podría detener, intentar interrogar o incluso llevar a un centro de detención a miembros de tu entorno más cercano, es importante recordar que no estás solo/a. ¡Hay muchas personas en comunidades en todo los EE. UU. que quieren ayudar! Los equipos comunitarios de Respuesta Rápida se han creado para conectarte con organizaciones, abogados/a y miembros de la comunidad que ofrecen servicios de ayudar en situaciones de emergencia con agentes de inmigración.
¿Cuándo puedo llamar a una Red de Respuesta Rápida?
Para reportar actividad de ICE (si ves a ICE en tu comunidad/en la calle).
Si ICE llega a tu puerta o te detiene.
Si ICE detiene a un miembro de tu familia o a un ser querido.
¿Qué tipo de servicios ofrecen las Redes de Respuesta Rápida?
📞 Líneas directas:
La mayoría de las Redes de Respuesta Rápida tienen un número de teléfono al que puedes llamar. Puedes llamar al número para reportar la presencia de ICE en tu comunidad, para decirles que ICE te ha detenido y necesitas ayuda, o para pedir ayuda para conectarte con recursos legales locales.
👀 Observadores comunitarios:
Los observadores comunitarios se presentan en el lugar de una interacción/arresto de ICE. Toman notas y documentan la interacción con el objetivo de ayudarte con tu caso legal. Tu abogado/a podría encontrar útil cualquier información sobre la interacción (como el número de placa del agente de ICE, lo que te dicen, si se respetan tus derechos, etc.) para representarte en la corte de la mejor manera posible. Los observadores comunitarios suelen ser ciudadanos/as estadounidenses que pueden ayudar a recopilar esta información sin temor a ser detenidos/as.
👩🏽⚖️ Asistencia legal:
Si ICE te detiene, muchas Redes de Respuesta Rápida tienen redes de abogados/as locales pro bono o de bajo costo. Intentarán conectarte con asistencia legal para ayudarte con tu caso.
🫂 Apoyo emocional:
Las Redes de Respuesta Rápida pueden conectarte con miembros de la comunidad capacitados/as que pueden actuar como equipos de acompañamiento. Los equipos de acompañamiento son ciudadanos/as estadounidenses que pueden ir contigo de manera segura a la corte o a otras reuniones con agentes de inmigración. No son abogados/as y no pueden darte asesoramiento legal, pero pueden hacer que la experiencia sea menos aterradora al estar allí contigo. También pueden ofrecer apoyo y acompañamiento a tus familiares si te detienen.
Nota: Para obtener más información sobre tus derechos en un encuentro con ICE, consulta nuestra infografía.
Cosas a tener en cuenta al llamar a una red de respuesta rápida:
La mayoría de las redes son bilingües o hablan varios idiomas.
Algunas de las líneas directas solo tienen una persona para contestar el teléfono. Si la línea telefónica está ocupada, probablemente significa que están en la línea con otra persona. Intenta llamar de nuevo. Si te dirigen, deja un mensaje de voz para que te pueden llamar de vuelta.
Las Redes de Respuesta Rápida están creciendo, y cada vez existen más. En la lista a continuación, compartimos algunas Redes de Respuesta Rápida, organizadas por estado. Si no ves una Red de Respuesta Rápida cerca de donde vives, vale la pena consultar con tu centro comunitario local o hacer una búsqueda en línea para verificar. Hacemos nuestro mejor esfuerzo para mantener esta lista actualizada, pero es muy posible que existan más Redes que no conocemos.
Si eres parte de una Red de Respuesta Rápida que no está en nuestra lista y te gustaría que se incluyera, por favor contáctanos en info.importami@rescue.org.
Red de Respuesta Rápida de Sacramento (Sacramento, Yolo, Placer, El Dorado, Nevada, Yuba, Sutter, Colusa, Butte y áreas rurales en el norte) 📞916-382-0256
Esta lista es una guía para personas y organizaciones que buscan conectarse con Redes de Respuesta Rápida (RRN) locales. Tenga en cuenta que no es una lista exhaustiva y que se actualizará regularmente. Para cualquier pregunta o corrección, por favor contáctenos por correo electrónico eninfo.importami@rescue.org o por WhatsApp en el (917) 332-0880.
Este artículo ofrece información general y no debe considerarse asesoramiento legal. Asegúrate de hablar con un abogado/a sobre tu caso específico.
Última actualización: 13 de abril, 2026.
ImportaMí es un proyecto dedicado a proporcionar información confiable, accesible y relevante para menores no acompañados y sus patrocinadores en los Estados Unidos. ImportaMí es parte de Signpost, una iniciativa del Comité Internacional de Rescate junto con otras organizaciones que crea centros de ayuda digital para personas impactadas por conflictos, desastres, pobreza y violencia.
FUENTES:
Rapid Response Networks, Hotlines & Resources Across the United States, National Partnership for New Americans, December 2024
- [👩🏫 Adultos de confianza: quiénes son y cómo identificarlos](https://www.importami.org/:locale/articles/19017671535005):
Un adulto de confianza es alguien con quien te sientes seguro/a y en quien puedes confiar para que te escuche y te ayude cuando lo necesites. Un adulto de confianza es responsable, cuidadoso, y quiere ayudarte a sentirte a salvo y feliz. Algunos ejemplos de adultos de confianza son:
👩👧👦 Personas de tu familia, como tus padres o tutores, abuelos, tías/tíos, hermanos adultos o primos/primas.
👩🏫 Personas en la escuela, como maestros, entrenadores o consejeros.
🤗 Otros adultos en tu vida con quienes te sientas cómodo/a hablando.
Es importante tener un adulto de confianza en quien confiar porque a veces puedes tener problemas o preocupaciones que son demasiado grandes para manejar por ti mismo/a. Cuando tienes un adulto de confianza con quien hablar, puedes compartir tus sentimientos y pensamientos con ellos y te pueden ayudar a encontrar formas de lidiar con la situación. También pueden mantenerte seguro/a y protegerte de cualquier daño.
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Puedes identificar a adultos de confianza en tu vida a través de las siguiente características:
🤝 Confianza: Personas con quien te sientes seguro/a hablando, confiables. Cumplen sus promesas y son honestas contigo.
🤗 Respeto: Personas que respetan tus sentimientos, opiniones, y límites. Te escuchan sin juzgarte ni criticarte.
💖 Cuidadosos: Personas cariñosas y solidarias. Están ahí para ayudarte cuando lo necesitas y demuestran que se preocupan por ti.
💬 Buenos comunicadores: Los adultos de confianza son buenos comunicadores. Te escuchan cuando hablas y explican las cosas de manera que puedas entenderlas.
🦸 Modelos positivos a seguir: Los adultos de confianza son modelos positivos a seguir. Dan un buen ejemplo y te ayudan a tomar buenas decisiones.
Contar con un adulto de confianza en tu vida también puede ayudarte a sentirte más seguro/a y apoyado/a, lo cual puede ser realmente importante cuando te enfrenta a retos o estás tratando de alcanzar tus metas. Los adultos de confianza pueden brindarte consejos, ánimo, amor, y pueden ayudarte a sacar lo mejor de ti. .
🧠 Puedes obtener más información sobre los adultos de confianza y cómo identificar uno en tu vida a través de los siguientes recursos:
💡 Recuerda: Está bien pedir ayuda cuando la necesitas, y contar con un adulto de confianza al que recurrir puede suponer un gran cambio en tu vida. Si no estás seguro/a sobre a quién acudir, también puedes buscar apoyo en una organización local como una línea de ayuda o un centro juvenil que ofrezca apoyo a niños/as y adolescentes. Ellos pueden ayudarte a encontrar un adulto de confianza que pueda brindarte apoyo y orientación. Si estás en crisis y necesitas hablar con un consejero, visita nuestra página de Línea Directa de Crisis y Recursos.
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Este artículo ofrece información general y no debe considerarse asesoramiento legal. Asegúrate de hablar con un abogado/a sobre tu caso específico.
Última actualización: 17 de mayo, 2024.
ImportaMí es un proyecto dedicado a proporcionar información confiable, accesible y relevante para menores no acompañados y sus patrocinadores en los Estados Unidos. ImportaMí es parte de Signpost, una iniciativa del Comité Internacional de Rescate junto con otras organizaciones que crea centros de ayuda digital para personas impactadas por conflictos, desastres, pobreza y violencia.
- [🌐 Consejos de seguridad en línea (para jóvenes y patrocinadores](https://www.importami.org/:locale/articles/18945584808733):
En la era digital en la que vivimos, es muy importante estar al tanto de cómo mantenerse seguro/a en línea. La seguridad en internet es una preocupación creciente, especialmente para aquellos que se enfrentar a riesgos adicionales debido a su estatus migratorio. A continuación, compartimos algunos consejos clave para navegar por la web de manera segura y proteger tu privacidad y seguridad.
💡 Recuerda: Si alguien te ha amenazado o ha hecho algo inapropiado contigo en línea, no es tu culpa y no estás solo/a. Es importante que cuentes tu historia a unadulto de confianza y denuncies el abuso en línea de inmediato.
Ha habido un aumento reciente en el número de adolescentes objeto de explotación en línea y estafas a través de redes sociales (como Facebook, WhatsApp, Instagram, etc.), sitios de juegos y otras plataformas en línea.
📌 Nota: la explotación en línea es cuando alguien intenta usar y controlar a una persona a través de internet
Es importante que sepas cómo reconocer estas amenazas y estafas, cómo protegerte en línea y cómo denunciar estos incidentes. Este artículo aborda temas importantes como:
La sextorsión es cuando alguien amenaza con exponer imágenes sexuales de una persona para obligarla a hacer algo (como enviar dinero, enviar más fotos sexuales, etc.). Estas amenazas pueden venir de extraños que conociste en línea o de alguien que conoces y con quien formaste una relación romántica en línea.
Consulta este video de VientosTV y enterarte sobre qué hacer:
Recientemente, ha habido muchas denuncias sobre adultos malintencionados que se hacen pasar por chicas jóvenes en internet y convencen a adolescentes de enviar imágenes o videos sexuales. Estas personas luego piden dinero y amenazan con publicar o compartir las imágenes sexuales de los adolescentes si el dinero no es enviado. La sextorsión es ilegal y debe ser denunciada de inmediato para que la persona pueda ser encontrada y detenida. Denunciar abusadores en línea puede ayudar a salvar a muchos otros niños/as y adolescentes de futuros abusos.
Si te ha pasado algo así, no es tu culpa. La sextorsión puede pasarle a cualquiera. Lo más importante es que se lo digas a alguien. No estás solo/a, y hay muchas personas que quieren ayudarte.
Para obtener más información sobre la sextorsión y cómo obtener ayuda, consulta los recursos abajo:
📱 Centro de seguridad de Meta: Haz clic aquípara obtener consejos y recomendaciones y protegerte de la extorsión sexual, amenazas o acosos en línea.
🌐 Página de seguridad en línea de Love146: haz clic aquípara encontrar consejos sobre cómo mantenerse seguro en línea, reconocer señales de alerta y manejar situaciones incómodas.
📚 Amaze.org: Haz clic aquí para ver un video sobre sextorsión y chantaje en línea.
2. 🌐 Consejos para mantenerse seguro/a en Internet
Aunque Internet puede ser útil para mantenerse conectado con la familia y amigos, ver videos, compartir memes y jugar con amigos en línea, también puede ser un lugar muy peligroso. Las personas pueden hacerse pasar por cualquier persona en internet, y los videos y fotos no son prueba de que una persona sea quien dice ser.
Conectándote a internet de forma segura:
Para más información sobre cómo mantenerte seguro/a en línea y protegerte de estafas y/o sextorsión, hay varios pasos que puedes seguir:
🔐 Cambia la configuración de privacidad en tus cuentas de redes sociales para que tu información solo sea vista por familiares y amigos/as en los que confías. Sólo acepta solicitudes de amistad de personas que conoces.
🚫 Nunca compartas fotos, videos o información personales, ya que este contenido puede permanecer en línea de forma permanente.
⚠️ No compartas información como tu nombre completo, escuela, dirección, número de teléfono, contraseñas, o cualquier cosa sobre tu familia o amigos/as.
⚠️ No publiques fotos frente a tu casa donde alguien pueda ver tu direccióon o reconocer donde vives.
⚠️ Nunca compartas imágenes o videos que no quisieras que vean tu familia, maestros o un desconocido.
🚨 Siempre piénsalo bien antes de publicar o enviar algo. Recuerda que no puedes controlar lo que sucede con las imágenes, videos o textos que envías, pueden ser reenviadas a muchas otras personas. Es importante saber que que compartir imágenes sexuales de alguien menor de 18 años (¡incluso tuyas!) es ilegal, y puede resultar en una investigación policial.
Si estás pensando en enviar una foto personal, siempre pregúntate:
¿Me sentiría bien si esta foto estuviera publicada en el pasillo de mi escuela?
¿Qué pasaría si esta foto terminara en las manos equivocadas?
¿Me siento presionado/a para hacer esto?
💵 Nunca envíes dinero a alguien en línea a menos que estés esperando la solicitud. Las agencias gubernamentales, incluyendo la policía, Seguridad Social, USCIS, etc., NO te solicitarán dinero por teléfono, mensaje de texto o redes sociales.
👥 Nunca te encuentres a solas con alguien que solo conoces de Internet. Las personas pueden fingir ser cualquier cosa o cualquier persona en línea: ¡los videos y las fotos NO son prueba de que una persona sea quien dice ser!
Para más información, consulta este video de Amaze.org para obtener consejos valiosos sobre cómo mantenerte seguro/a en internet:
3. 💻 Qué hacer si alguien te amenaza o acosa en línea
Si alguien te exige imágenes o videos sexuales y te amenaza en línea, eso es una forma de abuso y no está bien.
Si eres víctima de extorsión sexual y el agresor te exige dinero o más imágenes/videos, tienes el derecho de decir que no. En casos como este, debes haber lo siguiente de inmediato:
📸 Guarda evidencia de los mensajes abusivos o amenazantes tomando capturas de pantalla o imprimiendo los mensajes, publicaciones en redes sociales u otras formas de comunicación. Esto será una prueba que podrás mostrar a un adulto de confianza o a la policía. A veces los mensajes y textos pueden eliminarse después de un tiempo o después de bloquear a alguien.
Para obtener más consejos sobre cómo guardar pruebas, haz clic aquí.
🚫 Bloquea a esa persona y denuncia su perfil y mensajes abusivos en la plataforma en línea. La mayoría de las redes sociales tienen un botón donde puedes hacer clic para reportar a personas, publicaciones o mensajes.
Puedes ver cómo reportar en diversas plataformas aquí.
👩👦 Cuéntale a un adulto de confianza lo que sucedió. Un adulto de confianza es alguien con quien te sientes cómodo hablando sobre cualquier cosa y es alguien que puede ayudarte a sentirte seguro/a y menos solo/a.
También puedes enviar un mensaje de texto con la palabra "THORN" al 741741 para hablar confidencialmente con un/a consejero/a capacitado/a.
💬 Informa la amenaza o el abuso. En Estados Unidos hay muchas líneas directas de ayuda seguras y confidenciales que brindan apoyo a las víctimas de delitos como el acoso escolar, la violencia, las agresiones, la trata de personas y otros. Consulta nuestra lista de líneas directas de ayuda para conocer dónde puedes buscar apoyo.
4. 👥 ¿Cómo hablo con mi patrocinador u otro adulto de confianza sobre estafas, amenazas y acoso en línea?
Hablar sobre sextorsión y otras formas de abuso en línea puede ser aterrador, abrumador e incómodo. Sin embargo, es extremadamente importante compartir tu historia con un adulto de confianza para que puedan entender tu situación y ayudarte. Incluso si tú no has sido blanco de explotación en línea, tener estas conversaciones puede ayudar a prevenir que algo así suceda.
Para iniciar la conversación, puedes compartir los siguientes recursos con tu patrocinador y otros cuidadores y familiares:
🔒Seguridad en línea: consejos para ayudar a los niños a usar Internet de forma segura
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Este artículo ofrece información general y no debe considerarse asesoramiento legal. Asegúrate de hablar con un abogado/a sobre tu caso específico.
Última actualización: 1 de julio, 2026
ImportaMí es un proyecto dedicado a proporcionar información confiable, accesible y relevante para menores no acompañados y sus patrocinadores en los Estados Unidos. ImportaMí es parte de Signpost, una iniciativa del Comité Internacional de Rescate junto con otras organizaciones que crea centros de ayuda digital para personas impactadas por conflictos, desastres, pobreza y violencia.
- [🚨 Líneas directas de ayuda](https://www.importami.org/:locale/articles/8605772603293):
Si necesitas ayuda, no estás solo/a. Esta guía incluye líneas de ayuda nacionales (disponibles en cualquier parte de Estados Unidos) y formas de encontrar recursos locales en tu estado.
Estos servicios son gratuitos, confidenciales (privados) y muchos están disponibles las 24 horas del día, los 7 días de la semana. Muchos ofrecen apoyo en español y en otros idiomas.
Recuerda: ¡pedir ayuda es un acto de valentía!
Líneas de ayuda nacionales
🚑 PARA EMERGENCIAS
Si estás en peligro inmediato o necesitas ayuda urgente, usa estas opciones:
🚨 911 para recibir ayuda inmediata. Por ejemplo:
Tú o alguien más está en peligro inmediato
Hay alguien herido o muy enfermo
Necesitas una ambulancia
Hay un incendio
Hay un desastre natural, como un terremoto o inundación 📞 Atención disponible en español y en otros idiomas. Llamada o texto.
💙 988 para apoyo emocional y crisis. Por ejemplo:
Te sientes muy triste, asustado/a o abrumado/a
Tú u otra persona está pensando en hacerse daño 📞 Atención disponible las 24 horas en español y en otros idiomas. Llamada o texto.
🏠 211 para encontrar ayuda con refugio, comida o apoyo. Por ejemplo:
Refugios y lugares seguros
Comida y ropa
Apoyo de salud mental
Recursos para familias y jóvenes
También en caso de desastres naturales para información sobre refugios y evacuaciones 📞 Atención disponible en español y en otros idiomas. Llamada o texto.
❤️🩹 PREVENCIÓN DEL SUICIDIO Y SALUD MENTAL
Si tú o alguien cercano se siente abrumado, ansioso o está pensando en hacerse daño, estos recursos pueden ayudar:
Warmlines estatales en EE. UU.: son líneas de ayuda para apoyo emocional en situaciones que no son emergencias. Puedes llamar cuando no estás en peligro, pero necesitas hablar con alguien.
Visita este sitio web para encontrar una lista de warmlines por estado
Nota: esta página web esta disponible solo en inglés. Si necesitas ayuda para encontrar un warmline en tu estado, contáctanos.
🛑 VIOLENCIA Y ABUSO
Las siguientes líneas de ayuda ofrecen apoyo a personas que han sido lastimadas o abusadas por alguien. También pueden ayudarte a crear un plan de seguridad, identificar el abuso y encontrar recursos en tu comunidad.
Línea Childhelp para abuso infantil: apoya a niños, niñas y adolescentes que están viviendo abuso o negligencia, y a las personas que quieren ayudarlos.
llama o envía un mensaje de texto al 800-422-4453
chatea en línea haciendo clic en el botón “CHAT” en la página principal aquí
🔎 NIÑOS, NIÑAS Y ADOLESCENTES DESAPARECIDOS, EXPLOTADOS O VÍCTIMAS DE TRATA
Si te preocupa la explotación, la trata de personas o un niño, niña o adolescente desaparecido, estos recursos pueden ayudarte a mantenerte seguro/a y encontrar apoyo.
¿Qué es la explotación infantil?
La explotación infantil ocurre cuando alguien se aprovecha de una persona menor de 18 años para su propio beneficio. Esto puede incluir forzar o presionar a alguien a realizar actividades sexuales, pedirle que envíe imágenes sexuales, obligarlo/a a trabajar sin pago, o controlarlo/a, amenazarlo/a o manipularlo/a.
The Trevor Project: brinda apoyo en crisis específicamente para jóvenes LGBTQ+.
llama al 866-488-7386
envía “START” al 678678
haz clic en el botón “CHAT” en la página principal aquí
📌 Nota: los servicios de The Trevor Project están disponibles en inglés. Trevor Project México ofrece recursos y apoyo en español.
Trans Lifeline: una línea de apoyo entre pares dirigida por personas trans para personas trans o que están cuestionando su identidad.
llama al 877-565-8860
Líneas de ayuda estatales y locales
Si quieres encontrar ayuda cerca de ti, puedes acceder a recursos en tu comunidad. Los siguientes recursos están organizados por estado.
📌 Nota: esta lista no está completa y puede que no incluya todos los recursos disponibles. La actualizamos regularmente, pero pueden existir nuevos servicios en tu comunidad.
Si necesitas ayuda para encontrar apoyo cerca de ti, ¡contáctanos! Podemos conectarte con recursos confiables en tu área.
⭐ 📌 Nota importante: La mayoría de estos recursos ofrecen servicios en español o tienen servicios de interpretación disponibles. Sin embargo, algunas páginas web están disponibles solo en inglés. Si necesitas ayuda para navegar estos recursos o comunicarte con alguno de ellos, puedes contactarnos. Estamos aquí para ayudarte.
Línea de Crisis Juvenil de California | California Youth Crisis Hotline (crisis, violencia, relaciones, salud mental, falta de hogar, suicidio, bullying y más): llama al 800-843-5200
Línea de Ayuda para Agresión Sexual de Connecticut | Connecticut Sexual Assault Hotline (agresión sexual): llama al 888-568-8332 (español) o 888-999-5545 (inglés)
Línea de Apoyo Familiar | Family Support Line (apoyo después de huracanes): llama al 888-850-7935
Respuesta Móvil de Crisis de Banyan Health | Banyan Health’s Mobile Crisis Response(atención médica, crisis de salud mental y crisis por consumo de sustancias en el condado de Miami-Dade): llama al 305-774-3616
Crisis Text Line (prevención del suicidio y apoyo en crisis): envía ‘GOT5’ al 741741
Línea Samaritans |Samaritans Hotline(prevención del suicidio): llama al 212-673-3000
Línea del Estado de Nueva York para Reportar Abuso y Negligencia Infantil | New York State Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Hotline (denunciar abuso infantil): llama al 800-342-3720
Línea del Estado de Nueva York para Violencia Sexual y Doméstica | New York State Sexual and Domestic Violence Hotline (agresión sexual, violación y violencia doméstica):
ChildLine (abuso infantil y seguridad infantil): llama al 800-932-0313
Línea de Crisis Resolve de Pittsburgh | Resolve Crisis Line - Pittsburg (salud mental, crisis y consumo de sustancias): llama al 888-796-8226
Coalición de Pennsylvania para Promover el Respeto | Pennsylvania Coalition to Advance Respect (crisis de violación): consulta el mapa en esta página para encontrar un centro de crisis por violencia sexual en tu condado
SOUTH CAROLINA
Coalición de South Carolina contra la Violencia Doméstica y Sexual | South Carolina Coalition Against Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault (violencia doméstica y violencia sexual): consulta el mapa en esta página para encontrar un centro de violencia doméstica o agresión sexual en tu condado
SOUTH DAKOTA
Línea CARES de South Dakota | South Dakota CARES Line (crisis de salud mental y prevención del suicidio): llama al 800-273-8255 o 605-339-4357
TENNESSEE
Línea Estatal de Crisis de Tennessee | Tennessee Statewide Crisis Line (crisis de salud mental):
llama al 855-274-7471
envía ‘TN’ al 741-741
TN REDLINE(apoyo para consumo de sustancias y adicción): llama o envía un mensaje de texto al 800-889-9789
Hopelink (crisis y prevención del suicidio): hay tres números de teléfono diferentes para distintas regiones de Virginia.
Desplázate hacia abajo en esta página para ver el mapa y encontrar el número de tu región.
Warmline de Mental Health America of Virginia| Mental Health America of Virginia Warm Line (apoyo de salud mental para situaciones que no son emergencias): llama o envía un mensaje de texto al 866-400-6428
Línea Regional de Crisis de Vivienda | Regional Housing Crisis Hotline (falta de vivienda): llama al 757-227-5932
Línea de Ayuda Samaritan House para Víctimas de Violencia Doméstica | Samaritan House Victims of Domestic Violence Hotline (violencia doméstica): llama al 757-430-2120
WASHINGTON
Línea de Ayuda para la Recuperación de Washington | Washington Recovery Help Line (abuso de sustancias y salud mental): llama o envía un mensaje de texto al 866-789-1511
Líneas de Crisis de Salud Mental de Washington | Washington mental health crisis lines (crisis, salud mental y prevención del suicidio): consulta este mapa para encontrar una línea de ayuda en tu condado
WASHINTON D.C.
Access HelpLine (Crisis, salud mental y violencia): llama al 888-793-4357
PRISM Peer-Run Warmline(apoyo de salud mental para jóvenes LGBTQ+ en situaciones que no son emergencias): llama al 414-336-7974
Línea de Crisis de Wisconsin | Wisconsin Crisis Line: llama al 1-800-273-8255
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ImportaMí es un proyecto dedicado a proporcionar información confiable, accesible y relevante para menores no acompañados y sus patrocinadores en los Estados Unidos. ImportaMí es parte de Signpost, una iniciativa del Comité Internacional de Rescate junto con otras organizaciones que crea centros de ayuda digital para personas impactadas por conflictos, desastres, pobreza y violencia.
- [⚖️🏳️🌈 Seguridad LGBTQ+ por estado: lo que debes saber si eres joven inmigrante en EE.UU.](https://www.importami.org/:locale/articles/30268088646301):
Si eres una persona LGBTQ+ nueva en Estados Unidos, puede que notes que en algunos lugares te sientes más bienvenido/a que en otros. Esto pasa porque cada estado tiene sus propias reglas, actitudes y formas de apoyar (o no) los derechos LGBTQ+. Por eso, las protecciones y los riesgos pueden cambiar mucho dependiendo del lugar donde vivas.
En algunos estados hay leyes que protegen a las personas LGBTQ+ contra el maltrato en la escuela, el trabajo o la búsqueda de vivienda. Estos lugares suelen tener comunidades más inclusivas, eventos del orgullo, y recursos como centros LGBTQ+ o grupos de apoyo. Pero en otros estados, las leyes no son tan protectoras, e incluso pueden hacer que las cosas sean más difíciles para jóvenes LGBTQ+.
Y no todo se trata de leyes. La cultura local, la política y lo que se enseña en las escuelas también influye en tu sensación de seguridad y aceptación. Saber qué estados son más solidarios puede ayudarte a encontrar lugares y personas que te hagan sentir visto/a, respetado/a y seguro/a.
En este artículo vamos a responder a estas preguntas:
¿Qué influye en la seguridad LGBTQ+ según el estado?
¿Cuáles son los estados más, y menos, seguros para personas LGBTQ+?
¿Cómo puedo mantenerme seguro/a y bien informado/a?
¿Qué influye en la seguridad LGBTQ+ según el estado?
En Estados Unidos, el lugar donde vives puede influir mucho cómo te sientes como persona LGBTQ+. Hay varios aspectos de la cultura y la sociedad de cada estado que afectan qué tan seguro y apoyado te sientes.
Aquí te explicamos los más importantes:
🏛️ Leyes locales y líderes políticos:
Cada estado tiene su propio gobierno, y las leyes que aprueban (y las personas que las crean) tienen un gran impacto en la seguridad LGBTQ+. En los estados donde los políticos apoyan los derechos LGBTQ+, hay leyes que protegen contra la discriminación en la escuela, el trabajo, la vivienda y la salud. También suelen permitir el acceso a cuidados médicos afirmativos para jóvenes trans, educación inclusiva, y facilitan cambiar tu nombre o marcador de género en documentos oficiales.
Pero en otros estados, donde los líderes no apoyan los derechos LGBTQ+, la situación puede ser muy distinta. Algunos han aprobado leyes que prohíben hablar de temas LGBTQ+ en clase, limitan el acceso a cuidados médicos para personas trans, o dificultan cambiar documentos legales.
🏫 Ambiente escolar:
En algunos estados, las escuelas están obligadas a proteger a estudiantes LGBTQ+ del bullying y el acoso. También pueden enseñar sobre temas LGBTQ+ en clases de salud o historia, lo que ayuda a crear un ambiente más inclusivo. Algunas escuelas tienen clubes llamados Gender and Sexuality Alliances (GSAs), que son grupos dirigidos por estudiantes donde jóvenes LGBTQ+ y aliados se apoyan mutuamente y trabajan para que la escuela sea más acogedora. Pero en estados donde está prohibido hablar de temas LGBTQ+ en clase, o donde los maestros/as no pueden apoyar abiertamente a estudiantes LGBTQ+, la escuela puede sentirse solitaria o incluso peligrosa.
🏘️ Apoyo comunitario:
En algunas ciudades y pueblos hay centros LGBTQ+, eventos del orgullo, y espacios seguros donde puedes encontrar apoyo y conocer a otras personas. En zonas rurales o más conservadoras, estos recursos pueden ser más difíciles de encontrar.
Más allá de las leyes y la política, la cultura diaria que te rodea también influye mucho en cómo te sientes como joven LGBTQ+. Esto incluye cómo la gente habla de temas LGBTQ+, cómo la religión y las tradiciones afectan las opiniones, y qué se muestra en los medios locales.
En algunos lugares, la gente es más abierta y solidaria. Puedes ver banderas del orgullo en tiendas, mensajes inclusivos en escuelas, o eventos que celebran identidades LGBTQ+. En otros lugares, puede que la gente no sea tan receptiva, y abrirse sobre tu identidad puede hacerte sentir incomodo/a o parecer arriesgado.
La religión también puede tener mucho peso en ciertas comunidades. Algunas religiones son abiertas y afirman las identidades LGBTQ+, mientras que otras enseñan que ser LGBTQ+ está mal. Las tradiciones culturales también influyen en cómo las familias y comunidades responden a jóvenes LGBTQ+ — a veces con amor y apoyo, y otras veces con silencio o rechazo.
Por último, ver personas LGBTQ+ en las noticias, en redes sociales, en la tele o en anuncios puede ayudarte a sentirte visto/a y validado/a. Los estados y ciudades con medios más inclusivos suelen tener comunidades más solidarias. Pero si casi no se muestra a personas LGBTQ+, o solo se muestran de forma negativa, puede ser más difícil sentirte seguro/a o aceptado/a.
¿Cuáles son los estados más y menos seguros para personas LGBTQ+?
A continuación, compartimos una lista de los estados que están mejor y peor clasificados en cuanto a seguridad LGBTQ+ en 2025. Es importante saber que estas clasificaciones pueden cambiar con el tiempo, y que diferentes organizaciones usan distintos criterios para hacer sus rankings.
Para este artículo, hemos usado los datos de SafeHome.org, porque combinan varios tipos de información: leyes estatales, reportes de crímenes de odio, encuestas a personas LGBTQ+, y datos generales del Human Rights Campaign (organización nacional sin fines de lucro que trabaja por la protección de los derechos de las personas LGBTQ+). Esta mezcla ayuda a mostrar no solo lo que dicen las leyes, sino también cómo se sienten realmente los jóvenes LGBTQ+ en cada estado.
️🌈 Estados más seguros para personas LGBTQ+ en 2025:
Estos estados tienen buenas leyes de protección, comunidades solidarias y menos riesgos de discriminación o violencia (recibieron una calificación de “A” en SafeHome.org):
Rhode Island
California
Delaware
Connecticut
Nevada
New Hampshire
Minnesota
Virginia
Maine
Colorado
New York
New México
🚫 Estados menos seguros para personas LGBTQ+ en 2025:
Estos estados han aprobado o propuesto muchas leyes contra los derechos LGBTQ+ y tienen más riesgos de discriminación (recibieron una calificación de “F” en SafeHome.org):
Florida
Louisiana
Mississippi
Tennessee
Utah
South Dakota
Alabama
Kansas
Nebraska
Georgia
Oklahoma
North Dakota
¿Cómo puedo mantenerme seguro/a y bien informado/a?
ℹ️ Saber lo que está pasando en tu estado te ayuda a tomar decisiones más seguras y a defender tus derechos:
Revisa los mapas de igualidad del Movement Advancement Project para consultar qué estados tienen leyes que protegen (o perjudican) a personas LGBTQ+. Puedes buscar por tema (como salud o seguridad escolar) y comparar tu estado con otros.
📌 Nota: Esta información es un poco diferente a los mapas de SafeHome.org que mencionamos antes, porque solo consideran leyes y políticas. No incluyen datos sobre crímenes de odio, comunidades LGBTQ+, etc.
📌 Nota: Aunque el Movement Advancement Project proporciona algunos recursos en español en su página web, los mapas solo están en inglés. Contáctanos si necesitas ayuda para entender el mapa.
⚖️ Conocer tus derechos legales es clave para protegerte contra la discriminación o el maltrato.
Lambda Legal ofrece ayuda legal gratuita e información sobre derechos LGBTQ+ en temas como escuela, salud e inmigración. Puedes visitar su sitio para ver qué protecciones existen en tu estado.
🫱🏽🫲🏽 Conectarte con otras personas puede ayudarte a sentirte menos solo/a y más empoderado/a:
En EE. UU. hay muchas líneas directas de ayuda y organizaciones nacionales que ofrecen apoyo en momentos difíciles, recursos de salud mental, y orientación sobre temas como salir del clóset, identidad de género y más. Consulta nuestra lista de Recursos Nacionales para Jóvenes LGBTQ+ y Aliados aquí.
Si necesitas ayuda para entender cualquiera de los recursos anteriores, ¡ponte en contacto con nosotros! Estamos aquí para ayudarte.
Este artículo ofrece información general y no debe considerarse asesoramiento legal. Asegúrate de hablar con un abogado/a sobre tu caso específico.
Última actualización: 9 de septiembre, 2025.
ImportaMí es un proyecto dedicado a proporcionar información confiable, accesible y relevante para menores no acompañados y sus patrocinadores en los Estados Unidos. ImportaMí es parte de Signpost, una iniciativa del Comité Internacional de Rescate junto con otras organizaciones que crea centros de ayuda digital para personas impactadas por conflictos, desastres, pobreza y violencia.
- [🏳️🌈📌 Recursos nacionales para jóvenes LGBTQ+ y aliados](https://www.importami.org/:locale/articles/25838977028765):
Todas las personas merecen un mundo seguro y amoroso para vivir y crecer, sin importar su orientación sexual, a quién aman o su identidad y expresión de género. En ImportaMí, queremos que te sientas bienvenido/a, apoyado/a y libre para ser tú mismo/a.
En este artículo, compartimos una lista de recursos nacionales LGBTQ+. Estas organizaciones brindan apoyo a jóvenes LGBTQ+ y sus familias. Para facilitar la búsqueda de los servicios específicos que estás buscando, hemos incluido varias categorías de organizaciones:
Nos esforzamos en incluir solo recursos actualizados y activos, sin embargo, la disponibilidad y capacidad de estas organizaciones pueden cambiar rápidamente.
Aunque los recursos incluidos en este artículo son nacionales, ¡puede haber también organizaciones increíbles en tu comunidad! Contáctanos para obtener ayuda para conectarte con recursos LGBTQ+ locales.
Una línea de ayuda gratuita y confidencial que ofrece prevención del suicidio y apoyo general para jóvenes LGBTQ+. Llama, envía un mensaje de texto o chatea en cualquier momento (24/7, 7 días de la semana) para recibir apoyo de un/a consejero/a.
Inglés. Aunque el Proyecto Trevor solo ofrece servicios de consejería en inglés en este momento, el Proyecto Trevor México tiene una línea de chat y recursos disponibles en español. ¡Mira abajo!
Igual que el Proyecto Trevor, ofrecen una línea directa de ayuda gratis y confidencial, pero disponible por chat o Whatsapp en español. También cuentan con varios recursos para jóvenes y padres en español en su página web.
Línea de ayuda, de emergencia y no emergencia, para personas transgénero y personas cuestionándose que necesitan alguien con quien hablar. Confidencial y anónima.
Una línea de ayuda para jóvenes: un espacio confidencial y seguro donde personas de cualquier edad pueden hablar sobre temas de orientación sexual o identidad/expresión de género. También ofrecen salas de chat moderados para adolescentes.
En este momento, estos servicios solo se ofrecen en inglés. Sin embargo, están trabajando activamente para poder ofrecer servicios en español en el futuro. ¡Vuelve a consultar!
Llama a la línea de ayuda para jóvenes al 800-246-7743
Un mapa con cientos de centros LGBTQ+ en todo EE.UU. Ingresa tu código postal para buscar centros cerca de ti.
El mapa está disponible solo en inglés. Algunos de los sitios web de los centros pueden estar disponibles en varios idiomas. Nota: ¡Contáctanos si necesitas ayuda para navegar el mapa de servicios en tu área!
Ofrece un programa de mentoría virtual para jóvenes/adolescentes trans y no binario/a (13-24 años). Nota: si tienes entre 13-17 años, necesitarás el consentimiento de tu cuidador/a para participar.
Aunque oficialmente ofrecen servicios en inglés, tienen mentores que hablan español, y están felices conectarte con un mentor hispanohablante.
Visita su página web para crear una cuenta y entrar el sitio.
Si no te resulta accesible navegar por su sitio web en inglés, puedes enviarles un correo electrónico a tmp@samdevorah.org para obtener ayuda para conectarte con un mentor que hable español.
PFLAG es una organización nacional grande que apoya a las personas LGBTQ+ y sus familias. Ofrecenservicios en línea, y también cuentan con capítulos locales en muchas ciudades diferentes.
También ofrecen muchos recursos educativos y brindan recursos y educación para aliados que desean apoyar a su familia, amigos/as y comunidad.
Sin embargo, algunos de los capítulos ofrecen programas en español, u otros idiomas prevalentes en la comunidad. Busca tu capítulo local para ver si ofrecen recursos en tu idioma.
Usa el mapa para encontrar un capítulo local cerca de ti.
Planned Parenthood ofrece servicios de salud accesible y bajo costo, como salud de la mujer, pruebas de ETS, sexo seguro, y más.
Página web disponible en inglés y español.
Las oficinas de Planned Parenthood proporcionan servicios en varios idiomas, dependiendo de la oficina. También tienen servicios en línea con intérpretes para muchos idiomas (240+ disponibles).
Haz una cita en línea a través de su página web, o para encontrar una oficina local de Planned Parenthood cerca de ti.
Haz preguntas por chat o mensaje de textos para recibir información específica según tu caso.
Información de ‘Conoce Tus Derechos’ y otra información legal para padres y familias de jóvenes LGBTQ+ (por ejemplo, información sobre bullying y tus derechos en la escuela).
Si necesitas ayuda para navegar cualquiera de los recursos mencionados anteriormente, ¡no dudes en ponerte en contacto! Estamos aquí para ayudar. Y recuerda que puede haber grupos y proveedores de servicios LGBTQ+ locales con los que podemos conectarte.
Si eres un proveedor de servicios que ofrece servicios para jóvenes LGBTQ+ en los EE. UU. y te gustaría ser incluido en nuestros recursos, por favor envíanos un correo electrónico a info.importami@rescue.org.
¿Quieres aprender más sobre la vida en los EE. UU. como joven inmigrante? Puedes encontrar más artículos aquí.
Este artículo ofrece información general y no debe considerarse asesoramiento legal. Asegúrate de hablar con un abogado/a sobre tu caso específico.
Última actualización: 14 de marzo, 2025
ImportaMíes un proyecto dedicado a proporcionar información confiable, accesible y relevante para menores no acompañados y sus patrocinadores en los Estados Unidos.ImportaMíes parte de Signpost, una iniciativa del Comité Internacional de Rescate junto con otras organizaciones que crea centros de ayuda digital para personas impactadas por conflictos, desastres, pobreza y violencia.
- [🌈 Guía: apoyo e información para jóvenes LGBTQ+ y aliados](https://www.importami.org/:locale/articles/25814584832541):
Todas las personas merecen un mundo seguro y amoroso para vivir y crecer, sin importar su orientación sexual, a quién aman o su identidad y expresión de género. En ImportaMí, queremos que te sientas bienvenido/a, apoyado/a y libre para ser tú mismo/a.
Muchas personas aprenden desde jóvenes sobre el género, como la masculinidad y la feminidad, y como piensa la sociedad como debemos actuar, pensar y sentirnos según nuestro género. Sin embargo, no todas las personas encajan en esos moldes, ¡y está bien! Es normal tener preguntas sobre tu identidad, incluyendo tu identidad de género, identidad sexual, cómo te expresas y más. Si te encuentras cuestionando o sintiéndote confundido/a sobre quién eres, ¡recuerda que no estás solo/a!
En este artículo, encuentra información que responde a las siguientes preguntas:
Si tú o alguien que conoces necesita ayuda de inmediato o están en crisis, visita nuestra página de líneas directas de ayudaaquí.
Para una lista de recursos útiles nacionales para LGBTQ+, haz clic aquí.
1. 💑 ¿Qué son la identidad de género y la orientación sexual?
Cuando hablamos de identidad, nos referimos a todos los detalles y pedacitos de tu historia que te hacen ser... ¡tú! Las cosas que te gustan y no te gustan, los idiomas que hablas, tu nacionalidad, religión, culturas que celebras, raza, etnia, clase social, identidad de género, orientación sexual, espiritualidad y los viajes que has realizado en tu vida... todas estas cosas (y más) ayudan a formar tu identidad.
Las identidades crecen y cambian con el tiempo, y es normal sentirse confundido/a o cuestionarse sobre tu identidad.
⭐ Para entender la identidad de género y la orientación sexual, aquí hay algunas definiciones importantes:
Sexo asignado al nacer ➡️ A veces la gente confunde esto con el género. El sexo asignado al nacer es el sexo que se declara cuando una persona nace. Se basa en características físicas/biológicas y generalmente se registra en el certificado de nacimiento de la persona.
Identidad de género ➡️ Mientras que la asignación del sexo es algo que alguien más (por ejemplo, un médico) te asigna, el género se trata de tu propia experiencia personal y cómo te sientes por dentro. Aquí hay algunas cosas importantes a tener en cuenta sobre el género:
El género puede experimentarse en una escala, y la experiencia de cada persona es diferente.
Algunas personas aprenden que solo hay dos géneros (masculino y femenino), pero es completamente normal y está bien si tu identidad de género no encaja en esas dos categorías.
Tu identidad de género puede ser la misma que el sexo que te asignaron al nacer, ¡o puede ser diferente! Si tu sexo asignado y tu identidad de género son los mismos, probablemente te identifiques como cisgénero, o cis. Si tu sexo asignado y tu identidad de género son diferentes, podrías identificarte como transgénero, no binario, genderqueer y más.
Orientación sexual ➡️ Mientras que la identidad de género se trata de tu propia experiencia de vida y cómo te sientes contigo mismo/a, la orientación sexual es cómo te sientes con relación a otras personas. Ten en cuenta que el amor existe en muchas formas diferentes, y la atracción hacia otra persona puede ser física, emocional, romántica, sexual, etc. Aquí hay algunas cosas importantes a recordar sobre la orientación sexual:
Puedes sentirte atraído por personas del género opuesto o por personas del mismo género que tú. Puedes sentirte atraído por todos los géneros, o puede que no te sientas atraído por nadie. Todas estas orientaciones sexuales son normales y maravillosas.
¡Tu orientación sexual puede cambiar con el tiempo!
Algunas palabras que se refieren a diferentes orientaciones sexuales son heterosexual, bisexual, lesbiana, gay, asexual y muchas más.
⭐ ¿Cómo puedo determinar mi identidad de género?
Recuerda que la identidad puede ser un viaje de toda la vida; tu identidad cambiará, se desarrollará y crecerá a lo largo de tu vida. Esto a veces puede ser muy confuso, y es normal sentirse inseguro/a o cuestionar diferentes partes de tu identidad. Pensar en tu identidad de género como tres partes diferentes podría ayudarte a explorar cómo te sientes acerca de tu identidad de género. Las tres partes de la identidad de género son:
Identidad ➡️ palabras que mejor capturan TU experiencia interna de género (no lo que otros piensan). ¿Cómo te sientes por dentro?
Cuerpo ➡️ cómo te sientes con respecto a tu cuerpo y cómo te identificas en términos de género basado en tu cuerpo. Mucha gente piensa que el género se trata solo de nuestros cuerpos, pero recuerda que esto es solo una parte del panorama completo.
Social ➡️ las formas en que otros pueden ver cómo expresas tu género. Esto puede incluir como te peinas, tu maquillaje, tu ropa, cómo hablas o caminas, etc.
⭐ Si puedes pensar en estas tres partes, el género puede ser un poco menos confuso y más fácil de entender. Cada una de estas categorías es un espectro, y puedes estar en cualquier lugar dentro del espectro, o estar completamente fuera del espectro también. Algunas preguntas para hacerte a ti mismo en diferentes etapas de la vida y mientras exploras tu identidad de género son:
¿Qué emociones siento cuando pienso en mi identidad de género?
¿Cómo me gustaría expresar mi identidad de género si pudiera expresarme de cualquier manera?
¿Qué cosas relacionadas con la identidad de género me hacen sentir más como yo mismo/a? ¿Qué cosas me hacen sentir feliz? ¿Qué cosas me hacen sentir triste o asustado/a?
¿Cómo puedo determinar mi orientación sexual?
⭐ Recuerda que la atracción existe en muchas formas y que puede cambiar con el tiempo.Algunas preguntas que puedes hacerte a ti mismo para explorar tu orientación sexual son:
¿Con quién quiero cultivar relaciones?
¿Qué tipos de relaciones quiero cultivar con diferentes personas (amistad, romántica, sexual, etc.)?
¿Qué personas quiero conocer mejor?
¿Qué me hace sentir una conexión con otras personas?
¿Cómo me siento alrededor de diferentes tipos de personas? ¿Qué personas me hacen sentir seguro/a, querido/a, yo mismo/a, emocionado/a? ¿Qué personas me hacen sentir triste, inseguro/a, amenazado/a, no yo mismo/a?
¿Quiero tener una relación romántica o sexual con alguien? Si es así, ¿con quién quiero experimentar estas relaciones?
2. 🏳️🌈 ¿Qué significa LGBTQ+?
LGBTQ+ es un término que generalmente se usa para referirse a la comunidad de personas que se identifican como algo que no es cisgénero o heterosexual (nota: heterosexual se refiere a la orientación sexual de sentirse atraído por alguien del género opuesto). Las letras representan lesbiana, gay, bisexual, transgénero, queer (o cuestionando) y más.
El signo más (+) simboliza las muchas otras identidades posibles.
Ten en cuenta que LGBTQ+ es solo una forma de referirse a las personas que no son cisgénero y/o heterosexuales. Existen otras versiones del acrónimo LGBTQ+ (como LGBTQIA+, que incluye intersexual y asexual) y no todas las personas en la comunidad no heterosexual/no cisgénero eligen identificarse con estos acrónimos.
3. 🗣️ ¿Cómo hablo con mi familia o patrocinador/a sobre la identidad de género y la orientación sexual?
Elegir hablar sobre tu identidad de género y/o orientación sexual con alguien es una decisión personal. Compartirlo con tu patrocinador/a, familia o cualquier otra persona cercana puede generar muchas emociones. Para muchos menores no acompañados, esto puede ser aterrador y estresante. Recuerda que elegir compartir es tu decisión, y solo tuya.No tienes que hablar sobre tu identidad de género/orientación sexual con nadie si te hace sentir incómodo/a o inseguro/a. Sin embargo, tener aliados con quienes puedas compartir tu experiencia puede ser una manera de hacer más fácil este proceso. ¡Tener a alguien con quien hablar y que te apoye puede ser muy importante!
Aquí hay algunas preguntas para tener en cuenta que te ayudarán a sentirte más cómodo/a y preparado/a cuando hables sobre tu identidad:
¿Quiénes son los miembros de la familia y/o adultos de confianza en mi vida con los que me siento seguro/a? ¿Quiénes me apoyan siempre?
¿Qué me gustaría decirles a las personas en mi vida sobre mi identidad?
¿Cómo quiero que reaccionen las personas con las que comparto?
¿Cuáles son las posibles maneras en que las personas con las que comparto podrían reaccionar?
¿Cómo quiero prepararme para esta conversación?
Si no te sientes listo/a para hablar con tu familia sobre tu identidad, puede haber otros adultos de confianza con los que podrías hablar. ¿Te sientes seguro/a hablando con tu consejero/a escolar o trabajador/a social? Estas podrían ser buenas opciones de personas con quien hablar, y pueden ayudarte a sentirte más cómodo/a y preparado/a cuando hables sobre tu identidad con tu familia o patrocinador/a también.
Importante: A veces, las personas con las que hablamos sobre nuestra identidad pueden no reaccionar de la manera que queremos que reaccionen. Esto puede ser muy doloroso, y no es tu culpa. Como todos los seres humanos, mereces ser amado/a, aceptado/a y estar seguro/a. Si te sientes en peligro por identificarte como LGBTQ+, consulta nuestra página de recursos LGBTQ+ o contáctanos para obtener ayuda para conectar con recursos locales que puedan ayudarte a mantenerte seguro/a.
4. 🧏 No me identifico como LGBTQ+, pero me gustaría apoyar a mis amigos/as o familia como aliado. ¿Qué puedo hacer?
Tal vez llegaste a este artículo porque hay alguien en tu vida que se identifica como LGBTQ+ y te gustaría apoyarlo/la. Ya seas un/a patrocinador/a o padre que busca apoyar a su hijo/a, o un joven que busca apoyar a un/a amigo/a, hermano/a o miembro de la familia, hay cosas que puedes hacer para ayudar a las personas en tu vida a sentirse cómodas y apoyadas.
🗣️ Si las conversaciones sobre temas LGBTQ+ son nuevas para ti, es normal si las encuentras difíciles o extrañas, o si te hace sentir incomodo/a. Puede que tengas miedo de decir algo incorrecto o no sepas qué decir en general. Está bien ser honesto/a sobre estos sentimientos. Puedes decirle que esta es una conversación nueva para ti, que tienes miedo de decir algo incorrecto o incluso que no estás seguro/a de qué decir. Es muy posible que la otra persona se sienta de manera similar, y reconocer estos sentimientos y preocupaciones puede ayudar a que todos/as se sientan más cómodos/as. También le da la oportunidad de decirte lo que necesita de ti. Puede que no necesite que digas algo ‘perfecto’... tal vez solo necesite un abrazo y que le digas que estás ahí para él/ella.
🫂 Tranquilizarlo/la. Recuerda que, aunque puedas sentirte nervioso/a o incómodo/a teniendo esta conversación, es posible que tu ser querido/a o amigo/a esté muy asustado/a y que está mostrando mucho coraje en hablar de esto contigo. Recuérdale que su identidad de género y/o orientación sexual no cambia el cómo te sientas con respecto a él/ella, y que lo/la amas, te importa y lo/la respetas.
📚 Infórmate. Es difícil tener una conversación de apoyo sobre algo que no entiendes. Y si la identidad de género y la orientación sexual son temas nuevos para ti o te sientes confundido/a... ¡está bien! Nunca es tarde para aprender. Hay muchos recursos y guías que pueden ayudarte a aprender más. Consulta esta lista de recursos y guías.
🙋🏽♀️ Haz preguntas respetuosas. Muestra tu interés y apoyo haciendo preguntas como:
¿Cómo te puedo apoyar?
¿Te gustaría mantener esto en privado entre nosotros dos?
¿Has hablado con alguien más?
¿Qué pronombres te gustaría que usara cuando me refiera a ti?
¿Cómo estás? ¿Cómo ha sido este recorrido en tu caso?
🙃 Puedes sentir una amplia gama de emociones cuando alguien que te importa comparte contigo el tema de su identidad LGBTQ+. Algunas emociones que podrías sentir son respeto, amor, preocupación, incomodidad, confusión y más. Si necesitas tiempo para procesar y averiguar cómo te sientes, está bien. Agradece a la persona por su confianza en ti y reconoce su coraje y honestidad. Luego, verifica con él/ella si están de acuerdo en darte algo de tiempo para procesar, o si están dispuestos a responder a algunas preguntas que tengas. Recuerda que no tendrá esta conversación contigo si no le importaras, y tu aceptación probablemente signifique mucho para él/ella.
Ya seas un joven navegando su propio viaje de identidad, o un aliado tratando de entender cómo apoyar a alguien más, hay muchas personas y organizaciones que existen para ayudarte. Para encontrar una lista de organizaciones nacionales que brindan apoyo a jóvenes LGBTQ+ y sus familias, haz clic aquí.
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Este artículo ofrece información general y no debe considerarse asesoramiento legal. Asegúrate de hablar con un abogado/a sobre tu caso específico.
Última actualización: 14 de marzo, 2025
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- [💳 Cómo manejar el dinero en EE. UU.: conceptos básicos sobre presupuestos, bancos y crédito para jóvenes inmigrantes](https://www.importami.org/:locale/articles/30870868910365):
Saber manejar bien el dinero es una habilidad muy útil. Aprender a administrar tus finanzas te ayuda a mantener tu independencia, evitar el estrés innecesario y abrir oportunidades para tu futuro. ¡Y aprender a hacerlo desde ahora te permite crear hábitos financieros saludables que te preparan para el éxito a largo plazo!
Esta guía trata sobre temas financieros reales que afectan tu vida diaria y tu estabilidad a largo plazo. Sigue leyendo para obtener información sobre:
Un presupuesto es un plan para usar tu dinero durante un período de tiempo. Te ayuda a asegurarte de que tus ingresos (la cantidad de dinero que ganas o recibes) cubran tus necesidades, y te da control sobre a dónde va tu dinero. También te ayuda a evitar el estrés de tener que buscar cómo pagar cuentas inesperadas o para las que no tienes dinero.
¿Cómo creo un presupuesto?
Para crear un presupuesto, empieza por calcular cuánto dinero esperas recibir, y luego haz una lista de tus gastos regulares. Un presupuesto normalmente cubre un período fijo, como un mes. El objetivo es asegurarte de que tus gastos no sean mayores que tus ingresos, y que estés apartando algo—por pequeño que sea—para ahorros o emergencias.
Aquí tienes cómo crear un presupuesto básico:
Suma tus ingresos mensuales. Incluye sueldos, trabajos ocasionales, apoyo familiar o cualquier otro dinero que recibas regularmente.
Haz una lista de tus gastos fijos. Son los costos que no cambian cada mes, como el alquiler, la factura del teléfono o suscripciones.
Estima tus gastos variables. Son los costos que cambian mes a mes, como comida, transporte o gastos personales.
Establece una meta de ahorro. ¡Incluso ahorrar $10 o $20 al mes se acumula con el tiempo!
Ajusta según sea necesario. Si tus gastos son mayores que tus ingresos, busca áreas donde puedas reducir o maneras de ganar más.
Puedes hacer tu presupuesto con una tabla sencilla en papel. O puedes usar alguna de las muchas aplicaciones gratuitas y fáciles que te ayudan a llevar control de tus finanzas.
Presupuestar es más difícil si tus ingresos son impredecibles o irregulares. Aquí tienes algunos consejos si tus ingresos cambian semana a semana o mes a mes:
Basa tu presupuesto en el ingreso mensual más bajo que esperas, no en el promedio. Así estarás cubierto incluso en los meses lentos.
Prioriza los gastos fijos primero (como el alquiler y el teléfono), luego los flexibles (como comida y gastos personales).
Crea un fondo de respaldo: aparta una pequeña cantidad cada vez que te paguen—$20, $50, lo que puedas. Esto ayuda a cubrir los momentos en que tus ingresos bajan.
Usa un presupuesto semanal si el mensual te parece muy impredecible. Divide tus gastos en partes más pequeñas para poder ajustarte más fácilmente.
Lleva un registro de tus ingresos y gastos reales durante unos meses para detectar patrones. Tal vez notes que ganas más en ciertas semanas o temporadas, y puedes usar esa información para planear mejor.
2. 🏦 ¿Qué debo saber sobre abrir una cuenta bancaria?
¿Por qué debería abrir una cuenta bancaria?
Una cuenta bancaria te da acceso al sistema financiero. No se trata solo de guardar dinero, también te permite:
💵 Recibir pagos: La mayoría de los trabajos usan depósito directo.
💡 Pagar cuentas: Alquiler, teléfono, servicios, etc. A menudo requieren pagos electrónicos.
⚠️ Evitar tarifas: Los servicios de cambio de cheques y los prestamistas de día de pago cobran tarifas muy altas.
🛡️ Mantener tu dinero seguro: Las cuentas bancarias están aseguradas hasta $250,000.
💳 Construir historial financiero: Tener una cuenta bancaria suele ser el primer paso para empezar a construir crédito.
¿Qué tipos de bancos existen en EE. UU.?
Hay tres tipos de bancos principales en EE. UU.: bancos nacionales, bancos locales/regionales y cooperativas de crédito (credit unions en inglés). Aquí tienes algunos puntos clave sobre cada uno para ayudarte a decidir dónde abrir tu cuenta:
🏦 Tipos de banco:
Bancos nacionales: Son bancos grandes y conocidos con sucursales en todo el país (por ejemplo: Chase, Bank of America, Wells Fargo).
Bancos locales/regionales: Son bancos más pequeños que operan en ciudades o estados específicos.
Cooperativas de crédito: Son instituciones financieras sin fines de lucro, propiedad de sus miembros (por ejemplo: Self-Help Federal Credit Union, Alliant Credit Union).
✅ Ventajas:
-Muchas sucursales y cajeros automáticos
-Buenas aplicaciones móviles y herramientas de banca en línea
-Servicios completos: cuentas corrientes, de ahorro, tarjetas de crédito, préstamos
-A menudo aceptan ITINs y documentos de identificación extranjeros
-Atención al cliente más personalizada
-Más flexibilidad con la documentación
-Apoyo a comunidades locales y pequeños negocios
-Tarifas más bajas y mejores tasas de interés
-Más disposición a trabajar con inmigrantes y comunidades desatendidas
-Aceptan formas alternativas de identificación y ITINs
-Fuerte enfoque comunitario
❌ Desventajas:
-Tarifas más altas y requisitos de saldo mínimo
-Servicio menos personalizado
-Puede ser difícil de usar para personas que no hablan inglés
-Menos sucursales y cajeros automáticos
-Aplicaciones móviles menos avanzadas
-Menos variedad de productos financieros
-Membresía limitada a ciertos grupos o regiones
-Menos sucursales y cajeros automáticos
-Menos opciones de tarjetas de crédito o préstamos
¿Cómo elijo el banco adecuado para mí?
Al decidir dónde abrir una cuenta, considera:
🗣️ Soporte en tu idioma: ¿El banco ofrece servicios en tu idioma preferido?
🫰🏽 Tarifas: ¿Hay cargos mensuales o requisitos de saldo mínimo?
📍 Accesibilidad: ¿Hay sucursales o cajeros cerca de ti?
🪪 Documentación: ¿Aceptan tu identificación y estatus migratorio?
¿Qué tipo de cuenta debo abrir?
Una vez que elijas el banco, tendrás que decidir qué tipo de cuenta abrir. Los dos tipos principales con los que la mayoría de las personas comienzan son cuenta corriente (checking account en inglés) y cuenta de ahorro (savings account en inglés). Hay ventajas y desventajas de cada tipo de cuenta.
💰 Tipos de cuenta:
Cuenta corriente: Buena opción para gastos diarios.
Cuenta de ahorros: Buena opción para guardar dinero a largo plazo.
✅ Ventajas:
Acceso fácil y funciones como pago de cuentas y tarjeta de débito vinculada
Tu dinero gana intereses, lo que te ayuda a ahorrar
❌ Desventajas:
Puede tener tarifas o reglas de saldo mínimo
(Nota: las reglas de saldo mínimo significan que debes mantener una cantidad mínima de dinero en tu cuenta para evitar cargos)
Retiros limitados, puede que no tenga funciones como tarjeta de débito
📌 Consejo: Muchas personas comienzan con una cuenta corriente y luego agregan una cuenta de ahorros cuando están listas para crear un fondo de emergencia o ahorrar para algo.
3. 💳 ¿Cuál es la diferencia entre una tarjeta de débito y una de crédito?
Cuando abres una cuenta bancaria, probablemente recibirás una tarjeta de débito. A medida que construyas tu historial financiero, también podrías considerar obtener una tarjeta de crédito. Ambas son útiles, pero funcionan de manera muy diferente.
💳 Tipo de tarjeta:
Tarjeta de débito: Usa el dinero directamente de tu cuenta corriente. Puedes usarla para pagar cosas, retirar efectivo o pagar cuentas.
Tarjeta de crédito: Te permite pedir dinero prestado a un banco o prestamista para hacer compras. Lo pagas después—idealmente en su totalidad cada mes.
✅ Ventajas:
-Fácil de usar y ampliamente aceptada
-No genera intereses
-Te ayuda a evitar gastar dinero que no tienes
-Ayuda a construir tu puntaje de crédito si la usas de forma responsable
-Ofrece protección contra fraudes y seguro de compras
-Puede usarse en emergencias o para compras grandes
❌ Desventajas:
-No construye historial de crédito
-Si tu cuenta tiene poco dinero, las transacciones pueden ser rechazadas o generar cargos por sobregiro
-Menos protección contra fraudes en comparación con las tarjetas de crédito
-Genera intereses si no pagas el saldo completo
-Es fácil gastar de más si no tienes cuidado
-Los pagos atrasados afectan tu puntaje de crédito
📌 Diferencia clave: Las tarjetas de débito usan tu propio dinero. Las tarjetas de crédito usan dinero prestado que tienes que devolver.
En la siguiente sección, explicaremos cómo funciona el crédito, por qué es importante y cómo empezar a construirlo.
4. 📈 ¿Qué es el crédito y por qué es importante?
El crédito es tu reputación financiera. Muestra qué tan confiable eres cuando se trata de pedir dinero prestado y devolverlo. En EE. UU., el crédito se mide a través de un puntaje de crédito, que se basa en tu historial de pagos, el nivel de tus deudas y cuánto tiempo has tenido crédito.
¿Por qué es importante el crédito?
Aunque no estés pensando en pedir dinero prestado ahora mismo, tu puntaje de crédito puede afectar tu capacidad para:
🏠 Alquilar un apartamento – muchos propietarios revisan el crédito
📱 Obtener un plan de teléfono o servicios básicos – algunas compañías hacen revisión de crédito
🚘 Comprar un auto o solicitar un préstamo – mejor crédito significa tasas de interés más bajas
👨🏽🏭 Solicitar trabajos en el futuro – algunos empleadores revisan el crédito para ciertos puestos
¿Qué hábitos ayudan a construir buen crédito?
⏰ Pagar tus cuentas a tiempo
💳 Usar una tarjeta de crédito de forma responsable
⚠️ Mantener bajos los saldos a pagar
🚫 Evitar abrir muchas cuentas nuevas
Si nunca has tenido una tarjeta de crédito, préstamo o factura a tu nombre, probablemente aún no tengas historial de crédito. Eso es normal, y hay formas de empezar a construir crédito desde cero, incluso si no eres ciudadano estadounidense o no tienes un número de Seguro Social. Empezar a construir crédito temprano—y manejarlo bien—puede abrirte más opciones y ayudarte a ahorrar dinero a largo plazo.
5. 🥷🏽 ¿Cómo me protejo contra fraudes y estafas financieras?
¡Las estafas están por todas partes! Mantenerte alerta y saber qué señales buscar puede proteger tu dinero y tu información personal.
Estafas comunes a las que debes prestar atención:
Ofertas de trabajo falsas que piden dinero por adelantado o información personal
Préstamos de “dinero rápido” con tasas de interés extremadamente altas
Correos electrónicos o mensajes falsos que se hacen pasar por bancos o agencias del gobierno
Fraudes con cheques o aplicaciones de pago móvil
Consejos para mantenerte seguro:
❌ No compartas tu número de Seguro Social, ITIN o información bancaria a menos que estés seguro de con quién estás tratando
❌ Evita dar información personal por mensaje de texto, correo electrónico o redes sociales
✅ Usa sitios web oficiales que terminan en .gov u .org para servicios financieros o de inmigración
Si quieres seguir aprendiendo sobre finanzas, aquí tienes algunos recursos confiables diseñados para jóvenes y personas recién llegadas a EE. UU.:
El Futuro En Tus Manos → Cursos gratuitos en línea que enseñan conceptos financieros básicos para diferentes edades. Están disponibles en inglés y español, y cubren temas como cómo funcionan los bancos, cómo construir crédito, cómo crear un plan de ahorro y cómo funcionan los préstamos estudiantiles.
Recursos financieros de Switchboard → Una colección de artículos, infografías y herramientas educativas enfocadas en el empoderamiento financiero de jóvenes inmigrantes y refugiados. Muchos recursos están disponibles en varios idiomas, incluido el español.
Wise → Una opción segura y económica para enviar dinero al extranjero. Wise (antes TransferWise) te permite transferir fondos a cuentas bancarias en otros países con tarifas bajas y tasas de cambio transparentes. Es una excelente herramienta para personas que necesitan apoyar a sus familias en el extranjero o manejar sus finanzas entre países.
Puntos clave: lo que debes saber sobre cómo manejar el dinero en EE. UU.
⭐ Presupuestar te ayuda a mantener el control, incluso si tus ingresos cambian semana a semana. Comienza con un plan sencillo y ajústalo según lo necesites.
⭐ Las cuentas bancarias son esenciales para recibir pagos, pagar cuentas y mantener tu dinero seguro. No necesitas ser ciudadano estadounidense para abrir una.
⭐ Las tarjetas de débito usan tu propio dinero; las tarjetas de crédito usan dinero prestado. Cada una tiene ventajas y desventajas—conócelas antes de elegir.
⭐ El crédito importa para la vivienda, el empleo y tus opciones financieras futuras. Puedes empezar a construirlo con buenos hábitos como pagar tus cuentas a tiempo.
⭐ Mantente alerta ante estafas. No compartas información personal a menos que estés seguro de con quién estás tratando, y usa fuentes oficiales para servicios financieros o de inmigración.
⭐ Hay recursos gratuitos disponibles para ayudarte a aprender más y tomar decisiones informadas.
Última actualización: 5 de octubre, 2025.
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- [🥗 Community fridges: ¿qué son y cómo puedo encontrar uno?](https://www.importami.org/:locale/articles/24344661720221):
Community fridges (neveras comunitarias) son un lugar donde las personas con necesidad pueden obtener comida gratis.
Son:
🥸 anónimos
🏪 disponibles 24/7
🆓 gratis
🫱🏽🫲🏽 apoyados por la comunidad
Community fridges son diferentes de los bancos de alimentos o refugios locales:
no tienes que mostrar identificación para accederlos
los puedes acceder en cualquier momento, no solo durante el horario comercial
En tu community fridge local, puedes encontrar:
🥫 alimentos no perecederos (comida que se puede conservar durante mucho tiempo y no necesita refrigeración)
🍌 frutas y verduras
🍪 snacks
💧 agua embotellada
🧼 tal vez artículos para el hogar
Los community fridges son cada vez más populares y disponibles en EE. UU.
➕ Muchas ciudades, e incluso algunos pueblos rurales, están creando community fridges. 📍 Consulta este mapa de freedge.org para encontrar un community fridge cerca de ti.
Nota: Puede haber community fridges en tu área que no estén en el mapa. Y nuevos community fridges están apareciendo todo el tiempo. Consulta con tu centro comunitario local o contáctanos si necesitas ayuda para encontrar un community fridge.
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Última actualización: 16 de enero, 2025
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- [🌐 Cómo traducir un sitio web usando Google Translate](https://www.importami.org/:locale/articles/19075002058013):
¿Alguna vez has encontrado un sitio web en un idioma que no puedes leer? ¡No te preocupes, puedes traducirlo fácilmente usando Google Translate!
Con los siguientes consejos, puedes superar las barreras del idioma y acceder a información de sitios web de todo el mundo. Ya sea que estés estudiando, trabajando o simplemente explorando, Google Translate y sus alternativas pueden hacer que el contenido en otros idiomas sea accesible.
¿Cómo puedo traducir una página web?
Aquí te explicamos cómo hacerlo paso por paso:
✔️ Copia la URL del sitio web que necesitas traducir. Esta es la dirección web que ves en la parte superior de tu navegador.
🌐 Ve a Google Translate en translate.google.com. Este es el servicio de traducción gratuito de Google que admite más de 100 idiomas.
💬 Pega la URL en el cuadro izquierdo de la página de Google Translate. Asegúrate de pegarla en su totalidad.
🔄 Selecciona el idioma al que deseas traducir el sitio web. En el lado derecho, elige tu idioma deseado del menú desplegable.
🌟 Haz clic en el enlace traducido que aparece a la derecha. Este enlace te llevará a una versión del sitio web traducida al idioma que elegiste.
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Aquí hay algunos pasos adicionales y soluciones alternativas:
A veces, ciertas páginas no pueden ser traducidas automáticamente debido a limitaciones del sitio web. Si eso ocurre, aquí tienes algunos métodos alternativos:
📄 Usa extensiones del navegador: Extensiones como Google Translate para Chrome pueden ayudarte a traducir páginas web en tiempo real. Una vez instalada, puedes traducir cualquier página web haciendo clic derecho y seleccionando "Traducir a [TU IDIOMA]."
📲 Usa la aplicación móvil de Google Translate: Esta aplicación tiene una función que te permite traducir texto en imágenes. Simplemente toma una captura de pantalla de la página web y usa la aplicación para traducir el texto.
📝 Copia y pega el texto directamente: Si el sitio web bloquea las traducciones de URL, puedes copiar manualmente el texto que necesites y pegarlo en el cuadro de texto de Google Translate para una traducción instantánea.
🔍 Usa servicios de traducción alternativos: Si Google Translate no está funcionando, prueba otros servicios como Bing Translator o DeepL. Estas plataformas ofrecen funcionalidades similares y pueden funcionar con sitios web que Google Translate no puede manejar.
💻 Usa las funciones de traducción integradas en el navegador: Algunos navegadores, como Chrome y Microsoft Edge, tienen funciones de traducción integradas. Estas pueden ser útiles cuando necesitas una traducción rápida sin tener que navegar a otro sitio web.
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⚠️ Importante: las herramientas de traducción automática (como Google Translate) no son perfectas y no pueden reemplazar a los traductores humanos. Estas herramientas pueden ayudarte a obtener una idea general de lo que dice una página web, pero la traducción puede no ser exacta y algunas palabras pueden no traducirse correctamente.
⚠️ Importante: la versión en inglés del sitio web es la oficial. Si hay errores o diferencias en las traducciones, no serán legales y no se usarán para reglas o leyes, a menos que el sitio web ya esté disponible en varios idiomas.
Si tienes preguntas, por favor ponte en contacto con nosotros.
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Última actualización: 14 de julio, 2026
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- [🪪 Tarjetas de identificación comunitarias y tarjetas alternativas](https://www.importami.org/:locale/articles/9238267034653):
👋 ¡Hola! Comenzar una nueva vida en los Estados Unidos puede implicar muchos documentos. Si todavía estás solicitando asilo u otra manera de quedarte en los EE. UU., puede parecer difícil obtener una tarjeta de identificación. ¡Pero no te preocupes, hay otras formas de demostrar quién eres!
Aquí hay dos formas en que puedes mostrar quién eres:
Verificación de Liberación (VOR): Este es un papel especial con tu foto que indica que has salido del albergue y que vives con tu patrocinador o un miembro de tu familia.
Tarjetas de identificación comunitaria: Muchas ciudades y condados ofrecen este tipo de tarjetas, independientemente del estatus migratorio del solicitante. Aunque estas tarjetas de identificación comunitaria no te permiten conducir o viajar como una identificación normal, ¡pueden ser súper útiles para cosas que necesitas en tu área!
Tener una tarjeta de identificación puede ayudarte a:
📍 Probar tu identidad y la dirección dónde vives
🏘️ Acceder a actividades comunitarias
📚 Participar en clases recreativas
🤝 Acceder a servicios sociales
💰 Abrir una cuenta bancaria y más
Programas de identificación por estado:
Puedes explorar la lista a continuación para encontrar tu estado y ver si tu ciudad o condado ofrece un programa de identificación comunitaria:
CALIFORNIA
Oakland
🔍 Programa: ID de la ciudad de Oakland
📋 Requisitos: Prueba de identificación y residencia en Oakland (formas aceptadas de identificación incluye licencia de conducir, identificación estatal, pasaporte e identificación escolar; la prueba de residencia puede incluir recibos de servicios públicos o contratos de arrendamiento).
📚 Beneficios: Aceptado por todos los departamentos y agencias de la ciudad, incluyendo las fuerzas del orden. Puede ser utilizado para una gran variedad de servicios y trámites como licencias de conducir, inscripción en la universidad, bancos de alimentos ¡y mucho más!
📋 Requisitos: Prueba de identificación y residencia en Richmond (que incluye refugios para personas sin hogar).
📚 Beneficios: Aceptado por todos los departamentos y agencias de la ciudad, puede ser utilizado para solicitar licencia de conducir, matrícula universitaria, boletos de transporte, acceso a banco de alimentos, apertura de cuenta bancaria, servicios médicos ¡y más!
📋 Requisitos: Los residentes menores de 21 años deben traer a un adulto a la oficina de identificación. El adulto debería mostrar documentos que demuestren que es tu tutor y mostrar su propia licencia de conducir de Colorado.
📚 Beneficios: ¡Descuentos en ciertas tiendas, acceso a cualquier biblioteca pública, parques, bancos y más!
🔍 Programa: Programa de identificación comunitaria de HRC
📋 Requisitos: Prueba de identificación y residencia en el condado de Alachua (se aceptan otras formas de identificación alternativas que se detallan en su sitio web).
📚 Beneficios: ¡Acceso a servicios públicos locales, eventos culturales, actividades comerciales y más!
👉 Obtén más información aquío llame al (352) 660-7020.
Condado de Broward
🔍 Programa: Broward Community ID
📋 Requisitos: Se aceptan varias formas de identificación, incluyendo pasaporte, licencia de conducir, tarjeta de identificación extranjera, tarjeta consular, tarjeta de identificación militar o documento de veterano. Se requiere prueba de domicilio en el condado de Broward.
📚 Beneficios: ¡Ayuda a los residentes a identificarse ante la policía, escuelas, bancos, centros de salud, departamentos municipales y más!
🔍 Programa: Identificación Comunitaria de Miami-Dade
📋 Requisitos: Los documentos aceptables incluyen un pasaporte de cualquier país (incluso si está vencido), una Tarjeta de Identificación Consular y prueba de residencia en el condado de Miami-Dade.
📚 Beneficios: La tarjeta se puede utilizar en bibliotecas, centros de salud, agencias de servicios sociales y al interactuar con las fuerzas del orden.
📋 Requisitos: Prueba de residencia en el condado de Palm Beach.
📚 Beneficios: Útil para interacciones con las autoridades, acceso a centros de salud, y escuelas, entre otras muchas cosas.
👉 Aprende más aquío contáctalos en el teléfono 561-655-8944, extensión 146.
ILLINOIS
Chicago
🔍 Programa: Chicago CityKey
📋 Requisitos: Comprobante de identificación y residencia en Chicago (se aceptan varios documentos).
📚 Beneficios: Acceso a transporte público, bibliotecas, hospitales y clínicas, bancos comunitarios, descuentos en recreación y entretenimiento, ¡y más!
👉 Aprende más aquí. Descubre los documentos necesarios, las tarifas y los métodos de solicitud aquí.
IOWA
Condado de Johnson
🔍 Programa: ID Comunitaria del Condado de Johnson
📋 Requisitos: Prueba de residencia en el Condado de Johnson.
📚 Beneficios: Confirmación de identidad, acceso a bibliotecas, participación en actividades escolares y de la ciudad, apertura de cuentas bancarias en bancos seleccionados, descuentos en negocios participantes, ¡y más!
📋 Requisitos: Prueba de residencia en Kansas City (como una factura de servicios públicos o contrato de arrendamiento), identificación con foto (como una licencia de conducir, pasaporte u otras formas de identificación).
📚 Beneficios: ¡Acceso a Servicios de Agua de Kansas City, Obras Públicas, Parques y Recreación, y otros servicios de la ciudad!
📋 Requisitos: Comprobante de identificación y residencia en Detroit (se aceptan varios documentos).
📚 Beneficios: Acceso a servicios de la ciudad, solicitud de licencia de conducir, apertura de cuenta bancaria ¡y más!
👉 Aprende más aquí. Para solicitar la ID de Detroit, debes programar una cita por teléfono en el (313) 774-5388 y luego presentar la solicitud en persona en el Centro de inscripción de ID de Detroit.
Condado de Washtenaw
🔍 Programa: ID del condado de Washtenaw
📋 Requisitos: Prueba de identidad y residencia en el condado de Washtenaw.
📚 Beneficios: ¡Válido por 3 años, acceso a ciertos servicios y descuentos!
📋 Requisitos: Comprobante de residencia en Northfield (documento fechado dentro de los últimos 30 días).
📚 Beneficios: Puede usar esta tarjeta como identificación secundaria en bancos selectos de Northfield y acceder a programas, servicios y actividades de la ciudad.
📋 Requisitos: Prueba de residencia en Perth Amboy, disponible para residentes de 14 años en adelante, independientemente de tu estatus migratorio, y para aquellos en libertad condicional.
📚 Beneficios: ¡Acceso a la biblioteca de la ciudad y a muchos recursos de la ciudad!
👉 Obtén más información aquí. Puedes llamar al teléfono 732-771-2513 o enviar un correo electrónico a cityid@perthamboynj.org.
Condado de Mercer
🔍 Programa: Identificación comunitaria del condado de Mercer
📋 Requisitos: Prueba de identificación y residencia en el condado de Mercer (por ejemplo, licencia de conducir, factura de servicios públicos).
📚 Beneficios: Acceso a recursos y servicios locales, descuentos en tiendas participantes ¡y más!
👉 Aprende más aquí. Para programar una cita para una identificación comunitaria, llama al teléfono 609-688-0881 o envíe un correo electrónico a idcards@laldef.org.
Newark
🔍 Programa: Programa de tarjeta de identificación municipal de Newark (NMID)
📋 Requisitos: Debes ser residente de Newark y tener al menos 14 años.
📚 Beneficios: ¡Recibe descuentos en restaurantes, acceda a bibliotecas, museos, utilice servicios en hospitales, bancos y más!
👉 Aprende más aquíy accede a la solicitud online aquí.
New Brunswick
🔍 Programa: ID de la ciudad de New Brunswick
📋 Requisitos: Comprobante de identificación y residencia en New Brunswick, válido para residentes mayores de 14 años.
📚 Beneficios: Las tarjetas de identificación muestran nombre, fecha de nacimiento, fotografía, dirección y firma, válidas por dos años. ¡Descuentos en determinados establecimientos, acceso a servicios públicos y más!
👉 Aprende más aquí. Para obtener más información sobre cómo presentar la solicitud, haz clic aquí.
NUEVA YORK
Ciudad de Nueva York
🔍 Programa: IDNYC
📋 Requisitos: Comprobante de residencia en la ciudad de Nueva York y edad mínima de 10 años.
📚 Beneficios: Acceso a servicios y edificios de la ciudad, identificación válida ante la policía, posibilidad de abrir una cuenta bancaria, descuentos en diversos servicios como entradas de cine, eventos deportivos, solicitudes de empleo, tiendas de comestibles y más.
📋 Requisitos: Prueba de identificación y residencia en Filadelfia (como una licencia de conducir, factura de servicios públicos o contrato de arrendamiento).
📚 Beneficios: Acceso a escuelas y otros edificios de la ciudad, centros de recreación, museos, servicios de salud ¡Y más!
📋 Requisitos: Disponible para residentes mayores de 14 años con prueba de identidad y residencia.
📚 Beneficios: Accede a descuentos en comercios locales, servicios de bibliotecas y sirve como prueba de identidad y residencia.
👉 Obtén más informaciónaquíy haz clic aquípara obtener una lista de requisitos.
TEXAS
Austin
🔍 Programa: Tarjeta de Biblioteca Mejorada - la Biblioteca Pública de Austin
📋 Requisitos: Disponible para mayores de 18 años. Debes mostrar documentos que prueben tu identidad y residencia. Debes presentar la solicitud en persona en una de las nueve bibliotecas de Austin.
📚 Beneficios: Acceso a los recursos de la biblioteca pública (incluidos los digitales). También se puede utilizar en algunos casos como forma de identificación o prueba de residencia.
🔍 Programa: Mejorado + Tarjeta de Biblioteca de la Ciudad de Dallas
📋 Requisitos: Es posible que se necesite prueba de identificación, prueba de residencia y documentos adicionales según para qué planea usar la tarjeta.
📚 Beneficios: Acceso a libros, DVD, recursos electrónicos y más en bibliotecas públicas. También se puede utilizar en algunos casos como forma de identificación o prueba de residencia.
👉 Aprende más sobre esta tarjeta aquíy cómo solicitarla aquí.
El Paso
🔍 Programa: Tarjeta de Biblioteca Mejorada - El Paso
📋 Requisitos: Disponible para mayores de 18 años. Debes mostrar documentos que prueben tu identidad y residencia. Debes presentar la solicitud en persona en una de las cuatro bibliotecas de El Paso.
📚 Beneficios: Acceso muchos recursos diferentes de la biblioteca pública. También se puede utilizar en algunos casos como forma de identificación o prueba de residencia.
🔍 Programa: Tarjeta de biblioteca mejorada+ del condado de Harris
📋 Requisitos: Identificación con fotografía verificada y comprobante de residencia en el condado de Harris.
📚 Beneficios: Acceso a libros, DVD, libros electrónicos, bases de datos y recursos electrónicos en todas las ubicaciones de la biblioteca pública del condado de Harris.
📋 Requisitos: Comprobante de identidad, residencia y aprobación de un examen de la vista.
📚 Beneficios: Se permite únicamente para fines de conducción y no es aceptado como forma de identificación por agencias federales o departamentos estatales.
Nota: Si no ves una Programa de Identificación Comunitaria cerca de donde vives, vale la pena consultar con tu centro comunitario local o hacer una búsqueda en línea para verificar. Hacemos nuestro mejor esfuerzo para mantener esta lista actualizada, pero es muy posible que existan más Programas que no conocemos.
Si eres parte de una Programa de Identificación Comunitaria que no está en nuestra lista y te gustaría que se incluyera, por favor contáctanos en info.importami@rescue.org.
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- [Infografía (¡actualizada!): ¿Qué es SIJS?](https://www.importami.org/:locale/articles/26883245377693):
En este infografía, te explicamos qué es SIJS, quién cumple con los requisitos para solicitar SIJS y cómo hacerlo.
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Esta infografía ofrece información general y no debe considerarse asesoramiento legal. Asegúrate de hablar con un abogado/a sobre tu caso específico.
Última actualización: 14 de agosto, 2026.
ImportaMí es un proyecto dedicado a proporcionar información confiable, accesible y relevante para menores no acompañados y sus patrocinadores en los Estados Unidos. ImportaMí es parte de Signpost, una iniciativa del Comité Internacional de Rescate junto con otras organizaciones que crea centros de ayuda digital para personas impactadas por conflictos, desastres, pobreza y violencia.
- [Infografía: Errores comunes que podrían perjudicar tu caso de inmigración](https://www.importami.org/:locale/articles/31716238229405):
Si estás viviendo en EE. UU. y tienes un caso de inmigración activo, es importante entender que algunas acciones pueden tener consecuencias graves y poner en riesgo tu estatus legal, e incluso llevar a la deportación. Evitar estos errores comunes puede ayudarte a proteger tu futuro en EE. UU.
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Esta infografía ofrece información general y no debe considerarse asesoramiento legal. Asegúrate de hablar con un abogado/a sobre tu caso específico.
Última actualización: 5 de noviembre, 2025
ImportaMí es un proyecto dedicado a proporcionar información confiable, accesible y relevante para menores no acompañados y sus patrocinadores en los Estados Unidos. ImportaMí es parte de Signpost, una iniciativa del Comité Internacional de Rescate junto con otras organizaciones que crea centros de ayuda digital para personas impactadas por conflictos, desastres, pobreza y violencia.
- [Infografía: Conoce tus derechos frente a las autoridades](https://www.importami.org/:locale/articles/30894950642461):
Esta infografía ayuda a los menores no acompañados y a sus patrocinadores a prepararse para interacciones con las autoridades y a entender sus derechos básicos.
📱💻 Para ver y/o descargar esta guía, baja hasta el final de esta página y haz clic en el enlace para verla/descargarla en formato PDF. La guía está disponible en español y inglés.
Esta infografía ofrece información general y no debe considerarse asesoramiento legal. Asegúrate de hablar con un abogado/a sobre tu caso específico.
Última actualización: 29 de septiembre, 2025.
ImportaMí es un proyecto dedicado a proporcionar información confiable, accesible y relevante para menores no acompañados y sus patrocinadores en los Estados Unidos. ImportaMí es parte de Signpost, una iniciativa del Comité Internacional de Rescate junto con otras organizaciones que crea centros de ayuda digital para personas impactadas por conflictos, desastres, pobreza y violencia.
- [Infografía: Salida Voluntaria (riesgos, beneficios y qué cambia en 2025)](https://www.importami.org/:locale/articles/29468424225565):
La salida voluntaria es una opción legal que permite a inmigrantes indocumentados salir de EE.UU. por cuenta propia, en lugar de ser deportados por las autoridades migratorias. Si estás considerando esta opción, es importante entender antes qué significa, cuáles son los riesgos, y cómo solicitarla.
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Esta infografía ofrece información general y no debe considerarse asesoramiento legal. Asegúrate de hablar con un abogado/a sobre tu caso específico.
Última actualización: 8 de agosto, 2025.
ImportaMí es un proyecto dedicado a proporcionar información confiable, accesible y relevante para menores no acompañados y sus patrocinadores en los Estados Unidos. ImportaMí es parte de Signpost, una iniciativa del Comité Internacional de Rescate junto con otras organizaciones que crea centros de ayuda digital para personas impactadas por conflictos, desastres, pobreza y violencia.
- [Infografía: Guía esencial de seguro de salud para inmigrantes en EE.UU.](https://www.importami.org/:locale/articles/28764371557149):
Entender cómo funciona los seguros médicos en Estados Unidos puede ser confuso. La posibilidad de cumplir con los requisitos de un seguro de salud depende de tu estatus migratorio y el estado en el que vivas. Esta infografía proporciona información sobre opciones de seguro de salud financiados por el gobierno para inmigrantes.
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Esta infografía ofrece información general y no debe considerarse asesoramiento legal. Asegúrate de hablar con un abogado/a sobre tu caso específico.
Última actualización: 10 de julio, 2025.
ImportaMí es un proyecto dedicado a proporcionar información confiable, accesible y relevante para menores no acompañados y sus patrocinadores en los Estados Unidos. ImportaMí es parte de Signpost, una iniciativa del Comité Internacional de Rescate junto con otras organizaciones que crea centros de ayuda digital para personas impactadas por conflictos, desastres, pobreza y violencia.
- [Infografía: ¿Cómo encontrar a alguien detenido por ICE?](https://www.importami.org/:locale/articles/26566849897629):
Esta infografía explica cómo encontrar a alguien detenido por ICE.
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Esta infografía ofrece información general y no debe considerarse asesoramiento legal. Asegúrate de hablar con un abogado/a sobre tu caso específico.
Última actualización: 11 de abril, 2025.
ImportaMí es un proyecto dedicado a proporcionar información confiable, accesible y relevante para menores no acompañados y sus patrocinadores en los Estados Unidos. ImportaMí es parte de Signpost, una iniciativa del Comité Internacional de Rescate junto con otras organizaciones que crea centros de ayuda digital para personas impactadas por conflictos, desastres, pobreza y violencia.
- [Infografía: ¿Qué pasa cuando alguien está detenido/a por ICE?](https://www.importami.org/:locale/articles/26566833342749):
Esta infografía explica qué pasa cuando alguien está detenido/a por ICE.
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Esta infografía ofrece información general y no debe considerarse asesoramiento legal. Asegúrate de hablar con un abogado/a sobre tu caso específico.
Última actualización: 11 de abril, 2025.
ImportaMí es un proyecto dedicado a proporcionar información confiable, accesible y relevante para menores no acompañados y sus patrocinadores en los Estados Unidos. ImportaMí es parte deSignpost, una iniciativa del Comité Internacional de Rescate junto con otras organizaciones que crea centros de ayuda digital para personas impactadas por conflictos, desastres, pobreza y violencia.
- [Guía completa para jóvenes inmigrantes en EE. UU.](https://www.importami.org/:locale/articles/24230631381661):
En este documento te explicamos las cosas más importantes que necesitas saber sobre la corte de inmigración y tu caso en los Estados Unidos (EE. UU.). Con esta guía, entenderás más claramente el proceso de inmigración y la corte en EE. UU., y aprenderás a navegar temas importantes que te ayudarán a tomar decisiones informadas y proteger tus derechos.
📱💻 Para ver y/o descargar esta guía, baja hasta el final de esta página y haz clic en el enlace para verla/descargarla en formato PDF. La guía está disponible en español, inglés, criollo haitiano, q'eqchi', k'iche', mam, portugués y francés. Hay algunos recursos vinculados en esta guía, y se puede hacer clic desde tu teléfono o desde una computadora.
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Esta guía ofrece información general y no debe considerarse asesoramiento legal. Asegúrate de hablar con un abogado/a sobre tu caso específico.
Última actualización: 24 de octubre, 2024.
ImportaMí es un proyecto dedicado a proporcionar información confiable, accesible y relevante para menores no acompañados y sus patrocinadores en los Estados Unidos. ImportaMí es parte de Signpost, una iniciativa del Comité Internacional de Rescate junto con otras organizaciones que crea centros de ayuda digital para personas impactadas por conflictos, desastres, pobreza y violencia.
- [Guía: ¿Qué pasa al cumplir 18 años?](https://www.importami.org/:locale/articles/26187807269533):
¡Bienvenido/a a nuestra guía sobre la mayoría de edad para jóvenes inmigrantes! En los Estados Unidos, la transición de los 17 a los 18 años de edad puede afectarte de muchas maneras, incluyendo cambios en el estatus migratorio.
Esta guía está diseñada para proporcionarte información esencial y recursos para navegar estos cambios y otros aspectos de la vida como joven inmigrante en los EE. UU. Si necesitas ayuda para navegar los recursos en esta guía, ¡no dudes en ponerte en contacto con nosotros!
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Esta guía ofrece información general y no debe considerarse asesoramiento legal. Asegúrate de hablar con un abogado/a sobre tu caso específico.
Última actualización: 27 de marzo, 2025.
ImportaMí es un proyecto dedicado a proporcionar información confiable, accesible y relevante para menores no acompañados y sus patrocinadores en los Estados Unidos. ImportaMí es parte de Signpost, una iniciativa del Comité Internacional de Rescate junto con otras organizaciones que crea centros de ayuda digital para personas impactadas por conflictos, desastres, pobreza y violencia.
- [Infografía: Órdenes de expulsión](https://www.importami.org/:locale/articles/26103495483421):
Una orden de expulsión (a veces llamada deportación o una orden de deportación) es un aviso que dice que debes salir del país. Esta infografía responde a las siguientes preguntas:
¿Qué hago si recibo una orden de expulsión?
¿Qué hago si mi patrocinador/a recibe una?
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Última actualización: 24 de marzo, 2025.
ImportaMí es un proyecto dedicado a proporcionar información confiable, accesible y relevante para menores no acompañados y sus patrocinadores en los Estados Unidos. ImportaMí es parte de Signpost, una iniciativa del Comité Internacional de Rescate junto con otras organizaciones que crea centros de ayuda digital para personas impactadas por conflictos, desastres, pobreza y violencia.
- [Infografía: Conoce tus derechos en un encuentro con ICE](https://www.importami.org/:locale/articles/24230932991901):
Esta guía esencial te ayudará a entender tus derechos, qué hacer (y qué no hacer) durante un encuentro con ICE, y los pasos para protegerte.
📱💻 Para ver y/o descargar esta guía, baja hasta el final de esta página y haz clic en el enlace para verla/descargarla en formato PDF. La guía está disponible en español, inglés, criollo haitiano, q'eqchi', k'iche', mam,portugués y francés.
Este artículo ofrece información general y no debe considerarse asesoramiento legal. Asegúrate de hablar con un abogado/a sobre tu caso específico.
Última actualización: 29 de octubre, 2024.
ImportaMí es un proyecto dedicado a proporcionar información confiable, accesible y relevante para menores no acompañados y sus patrocinadores en los Estados Unidos. ImportaMí es parte de Signpost, una iniciativa del Comité Internacional de Rescate junto con otras organizaciones que crea centros de ayuda digital para personas impactadas por conflictos, desastres, pobreza y violencia.
- [Infografía: Plan de seguridad para jóvenes inmigrantes](https://www.importami.org/:locale/articles/25002411116445):
Como menor no acompañado, es importante estar preparado/a para la posibilidad de que tu patrocinador/a sea detenido/a o deportado/a. Esto puede ser aterrador, pero hay pasos que puedes tomar para prepararte y asegurar tu seguridad y bienestar.
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Esta infografía ofrece información general y no debe considerarse asesoramiento legal. Asegúrate de hablar con un abogado/a sobre tu caso específico.
Última actualización: 7 de febrero, 2025
ImportaMí es un proyecto dedicado a proporcionar información confiable, accesible y relevante para menores no acompañados y sus patrocinadores en los Estados Unidos. ImportaMí es parte de Signpost, una iniciativa del Comité Internacional de Rescate junto con otras organizaciones que crea centros de ayuda digital para personas impactadas por conflictos, desastres, pobreza y violencia.
- [Infografía: Cambio de Dirección y Petición de Traslado de Corte](https://www.importami.org/:locale/articles/24231278918045):
Si te mudas, debes informar al gobierno de los EE. UU. Dependiendo de los detalles de tu caso de inmigración, es probable que debas informar a dos o tres agencias gubernamentales diferentes. Cada agencia tiene un proceso distinto para presentar el aviso.
La infografía te ayudará a entender los pasos para presentar un Cambio de Dirección con cada agencia gubernamental.
📱💻 Para ver y/o descargar esta guía, baja hasta el final de esta página y haz clic en el enlace para verla/descargarla en formato PDF. La guía está disponible en inglés , español, árabe, darí, pastún, francés, portugués, wolof, pular, criollo haitiano, ucranio, vietnamita, k'iche, mam y q'eqchi. Hay algunos recursos vinculados en esta guía, y se puede hacer clic desde tu teléfono o desde una computadora.
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Esta infografía ofrece información general y no debe considerarse asesoramiento legal. Asegúrate de hablar con un abogado/a sobre tu caso específico.
Última actualización: 9 de mayo, 2025
ImportaMí es un proyecto dedicado a proporcionar información confiable, accesible y relevante para menores no acompañados y sus patrocinadores en los Estados Unidos. ImportaMí es parte de Signpost, una iniciativa del Comité Internacional de Rescate junto con otras organizaciones que crea centros de ayuda digital para personas impactadas por conflictos, desastres, pobreza y violencia.
- [Infografía: ¿Qué es el Asilo?](https://www.importami.org/:locale/articles/24231495008541):
En este infografía, te explicamos qué es el asilo, quién cumple con los requisitos para solicitar asilo y cómo hacerlo.
📱💻 Para ver y/o descargar esta guía, baja hasta el final de esta página y haz clic en el enlace para verla/descargarla en formato PDF. La guía está disponible en español y inglés.
Esta infografía ofrece información general y no debe considerarse asesoramiento legal. Asegúrate de hablar con un abogado/a sobre tu caso específico.
Última actualización: 24 de octubre, 2025
ImportaMí es un proyecto dedicado a proporcionar información confiable, accesible y relevante para menores no acompañados y sus patrocinadores en los Estados Unidos. ImportaMí es parte de Signpost, una iniciativa del Comité Internacional de Rescate junto con otras organizaciones que crea centros de ayuda digital para personas impactadas por conflictos, desastres, pobreza y violencia.
- [🎥 Video: Bienvenido/a a ImportaMí](https://www.importami.org/:locale/articles/38326748368541):
ImportaMí es un proyecto dedicado a proporcionar información confiable, accesible y relevante para menores no acompañados y sus patrocinadores en los Estados Unidos. ImportaMí es parte de Signpost, una iniciativa del Comité Internacional de Rescate junto con otras organizaciones que crea centros de ayuda digital para personas impactadas por conflictos, desastres, pobreza y violencia.
- [🎥 Video: Cómo crear un plan de seguridad para jóvenes inmigrantes](https://www.importami.org/:locale/articles/36427442830877):
Este video ofrece información general y no debe considerarse asesoramiento legal. Asegúrate de hablar con un abogado/a sobre tu caso específico.
Última actualización: 28 de mayo, 2026
ImportaMí es un proyecto dedicado a proporcionar información confiable, accesible y relevante para menores no acompañados y sus patrocinadores en los Estados Unidos. ImportaMí es parte de Signpost, una iniciativa del Comité Internacional de Rescate junto con otras organizaciones que crea centros de ayuda digital para personas impactadas por conflictos, desastres, pobreza y violencia.
- [🎥 Video: ¿Qué es la salida voluntaria?](https://www.importami.org/:locale/articles/34842183497373):
Este video ofrece información general y no debe considerarse asesoramiento legal. Asegúrate de hablar con un abogado/a sobre tu caso específico.
Última actualización: 23 de marzo, 2026
ImportaMí es un proyecto dedicado a proporcionar información confiable, accesible y relevante para menores no acompañados y sus patrocinadores en los Estados Unidos. ImportaMí es parte de Signpost, una iniciativa del Comité Internacional de Rescate junto con otras organizaciones que crea centros de ayuda digital para personas impactadas por conflictos, desastres, pobreza y violencia.
- [🎥 Video: Cómo protegerte de estafas y fraudes migratorios](https://www.importami.org/:locale/articles/33676690030237):
Este video ofrece información general y no debe considerarse asesoramiento legal. Asegúrate de hablar con un abogado/a sobre tu caso específico.
Última actualización: 2 de febrero, 2026
ImportaMí es un proyecto dedicado a proporcionar información confiable, accesible y relevante para menores no acompañados y sus patrocinadores en los Estados Unidos. ImportaMí es parte de Signpost, una iniciativa del Comité Internacional de Rescate junto con otras organizaciones que crea centros de ayuda digital para personas impactadas por conflictos, desastres, pobreza y violencia.
- [📽️ Video: Conoce tus derechos frente a las autoridades](https://www.importami.org/:locale/articles/32728545248029):
Este video ofrece información general y no debe considerarse asesoramiento legal. Asegúrate de hablar con un abogado/a sobre tu caso específico.
Última actualización: 22 de diciembre, 2025
ImportaMí es un proyecto dedicado a proporcionar información confiable, accesible y relevante para menores no acompañados y sus patrocinadores en los Estados Unidos. ImportaMí es parte de Signpost, una iniciativa del Comité Internacional de Rescate junto con otras organizaciones que crea centros de ayuda digital para personas impactadas por conflictos, desastres, pobreza y violencia.
- [🎥 Video: Errores comunes que podrían perjudicar tu caso de inmigración](https://www.importami.org/:locale/articles/32310875580061):
Este video ofrece información general y no debe considerarse asesoramiento legal. Asegúrate de hablar con un abogado/a sobre tu caso específico.
Última actualización: 14 de noviembre, 2025
ImportaMí es un proyecto dedicado a proporcionar información confiable, accesible y relevante para menores no acompañados y sus patrocinadores en los Estados Unidos. ImportaMí es parte de Signpost, una iniciativa del Comité Internacional de Rescate junto con otras organizaciones que crea centros de ayuda digital para personas impactadas por conflictos, desastres, pobreza y violencia.
- [🎥 Video: ¿Cómo puedo revisar el estatus de mi caso en la corte de inmigración?](https://www.importami.org/:locale/articles/31799460590237):
Este video ofrece información general y no debe considerarse asesoramiento legal. Asegúrate de hablar con un abogado/a sobre tu caso específico.
Última actualización: 14 de noviembre, 2025
ImportaMí es un proyecto dedicado a proporcionar información confiable, accesible y relevante para menores no acompañados y sus patrocinadores en los Estados Unidos. ImportaMí es parte de Signpost, una iniciativa del Comité Internacional de Rescate junto con otras organizaciones que crea centros de ayuda digital para personas impactadas por conflictos, desastres, pobreza y violencia.
- [Formulario de referencia](https://www.importami.org/:locale/articles/32731812097053):
Organizaciones asociadas, bufetes de abogados y otros proveedores de servicios legales pueden usar este formulario para referir a niños, niñas y adolescentes no acompañados que necesitan ayuda para encontrar un/a abogado/a pro bono o de bajo costo. ImportaMí también puede ayudar con referencias básicas a servicios sociales y recursos comunitarios.
Recordatorio: brindamos apoyo a niños, niñas y adolescentes no acompañados que han sido liberados de la custodia de ORR en todo Estados Unidos. Para obtener más información, puede comunicarse con nosotros por correo electrónico en info.importami@rescue.org.
Gracias, El equipo de ImportaMí
- [Infographic: Know Your Rights - Law Enforcement](https://www.importami.org/:locale/articles/30892995373341):
This infographic helps Unaccompanied Children and their sponsors prepare for interactions with law enforcement and understand their basic rights.
The PDF is available in English and Spanish. To view and/or download the PDF, click on the links below.
- [Infographic: Know Your Rights - HSI Visits](https://www.importami.org/:locale/articles/27254437982877):
This flyer was created as a handout to accompany KYR presentations that address HSI visits/officer interactions.
The PDF is available in English, Spanish, Haitian Creole, Arabic, Pashto, and Q'eqchi. To view and/or download the PDF, click on the links below.
- [Legal Service Provider Flyer](https://www.importami.org/:locale/articles/26542787707677):
This PDF is available in English and Spanish. To view and/or download the PDF, click on the links below.
- [ImportaMi Community Flyer](https://www.importami.org/:locale/articles/26541407684125):
This PDF is available in English, Spanish, Brazilian Portuguese, Haitian Creole, French, Pular, and Wolof. To view and/or download the PDF, click on the links below.
#### Supported Languages
This application supports 5 languages:
- en-US (English)
- es-ES (es-ES)
- fr-FR (Français)
- bn (বাংলা)
- ar-SA (العربية)
#### Route Structure Pattern
```
/[locale]/[content-type]/[id]
```
- `locale` - Language code (e.g., en-US, es-ES, fr-FR)
- `content-type` - articles, services, categories
- `id` - Unique identifier for the content
### Page Components
#### Home Page (`Blocks`)
- Dynamic content blocks rendered based on configuration
- Mission statement and search functionality
- Category and service overviews
- Social media channels and contact information
#### Service Pages (`Service`)
- Detailed service provider information
- Contact details and operating hours
- Geographic location with map integration
- Service categories and specializations
- Accessibility and population served
#### Article Pages (`Article`)
- Rich text content with metadata
- SEO-optimized with structured data
- Social sharing capabilities
- Related content and breadcrumbs
- File attachments and media
#### Category Pages (`Categories`)
- Hierarchical content organization
- Article listings with pagination
- Search and filtering capabilities
- Breadcrumb navigation
- Related categories and sections
#### Search Results (`SearchResults`)
- Full-text search across articles and services
- Faceted filtering options
- Result categorization and ranking
- Pagination and result count
- Search analytics tracking
#### Map Page (`MapPage`)
- Interactive service location mapping
- Geographic clustering and filtering
- Service details in popups
- Map style controls and zoom
- Mobile-responsive design
#### Contact Page (`ContactUs`)
- Multi-channel contact forms
- Country-specific contact information
- Social media integration
- Accessibility features
- Form validation and submission
### Internationalization & Localization
#### Language Support
- Dynamic locale detection and switching
- RTL language support (Arabic, Hebrew, etc.)
- Localized URL structures
- Country-specific content and configurations
#### URL Localization
- Locale prefixes in URLs (e.g., /en-US/, /es-ES/, /fr-FR/)
- Automatic locale redirection
- Hreflang tags for SEO
- Language-specific content routing
### SEO & Performance
#### Static Site Generation
- Pre-rendered routes for better SEO
- Dynamic route generation at build time
- Sitemap generation for search engines
- Meta tag optimization per page
#### Performance Optimizations
- Code splitting by route
- Lazy loading of components
- Image optimization and caching
- Service worker for offline support
## Shared Components (`lib/components/`)
### Core UI Components
- **Analytics** - Google Analytics 4 integration with privacy controls
- **Article** - Rich text article rendering with metadata
- **Blocks** - Modular content blocks (text, images, services, etc.)
- **Header/Footer** - Navigation and site structure
- **Search** - Full-text search across articles and services
- **Maps** - Interactive service location mapping
### Content Management
- **Categories/Sections** - Hierarchical content organization
- **Services** - Service provider listings with filtering
- **Contact Forms** - User feedback and support
- **Breadcrumbs** - Navigation context
### User Experience
- **Language Dropdown** - Multi-language selection
- **Cookie Banner** - Privacy compliance
- **Loading States** - User feedback during data loading
- **Pagination** - Content navigation
- **Tree Select** - Hierarchical data selection
## Data Models
### Service Providers
- Geographic location data
- Contact information and hours
- Service categories and specializations
- Accessibility and population served
- Provider details and descriptions
### Content Management
- Articles with rich text content
- Categories and sections for organization
- Multi-language content support
- File attachments and media
### Geographic Data
- Countries, regions, and cities
- Service provider locations
- Interactive mapping integration
## Common Patterns
### Component Architecture
- Functional components with hooks
- TypeScript interfaces for props
- CSS modules and Tailwind utilities
- Responsive design patterns
- Accessibility considerations
### Data Flow
- Centralized state management
- API abstraction layer
- Local caching with IndexedDB
- Real-time data synchronization
- Error handling and fallbacks
### Internationalization
- Dynamic locale detection
- RTL language support
- Localized date/time formatting
- Country-specific configurations
- Translation key management
## Package Structure
This package follows the consistent structure:
```
[package-name]/
├── src/
│ ├── main.tsx # Application entry point
│ ├── index.css # Global styles
│ └── assets/ # Static assets
├── public/ # Public assets
├── index.html # HTML template
├── package.json # Dependencies and scripts
├── vite.config.ts # Build configuration
├── tailwind.config.js # Styling configuration
└── tsconfig.json # TypeScript configuration
```
## Development Workflow
### Monorepo Management
- **Lerna** for package versioning and publishing
- Shared dependencies at root level
- Consistent tooling across packages
- Centralized build and test processes
### Code Sharing
- Common components in `lib/`
- Shared utilities and helpers
- Type definitions and interfaces
- Styling and theming systems
### Deployment
- Vercel deployment configuration
- Environment-specific builds
- Static asset optimization
- CDN integration for performance
## Key Features
### Information Services
- **Article Library** - Rich content with search and categorization
- **Service Directory** - Provider listings with filtering and mapping
- **Contact Information** - Direct communication channels
- **Multi-language Support** - Localized content and interfaces
### User Experience
- **Responsive Design** - Mobile-first approach
- **Accessibility** - WCAG compliance and screen reader support
- **Performance** - Optimized loading and caching
- **Search** - Full-text search across all content
### Analytics & Privacy
- **Google Analytics 4** - User behavior tracking
- **Privacy Controls** - Cookie consent and data protection
- **Performance Monitoring** - Core Web Vitals tracking
## Configuration
### Country-Specific Settings
- Language preferences and RTL support
- Geographic boundaries and regions
- Service provider categories
- Content organization and navigation
### Environment Variables
- API endpoints and authentication
- Analytics tracking IDs
- Mapbox access tokens
- Deployment configurations
## Maintenance & Updates
### Content Management
- Zendesk integration for article updates
- Service provider data synchronization
- Translation management and updates
- Media asset management
### Technical Maintenance
- Dependency updates and security patches
- Performance monitoring and optimization
- Accessibility audits and improvements
- Cross-browser compatibility testing
This package provides a localized instance of the Signpost platform, serving Import Platform with 1275 services, 5 categories, and 87 articles across 5 languages.