Form I-212 lets people barred by a prior removal request permission to reapply for admission before the bar ends. It does not remove other grounds of inadmissibility; waivers like the I-601 may also be needed. [...]
Form I-601 requests a waiver of certain grounds of inadmissibility and generally requires showing extreme hardship to a U.S. citizen or green card holder relative. Not every ground can be waived. [...]
The I-601A provisional waiver: who is eligible, qualifying relatives, how to build extreme hardship evidence, and the consular risks that can undo an approval. [...]
The I-601A provisional waiver lets immediate relatives of US citizens apply for the unlawful presence waiver BEFORE leaving the US for their immigrant visa interview. Fee: $800. Processing: 6-12 months. Requires proof of extreme hardship to a qualifying US citizen spouse or parent. Complete 2026 guide. [...]
