If your child is detained, how can you find them?
ORR operates a hotline seven days per week from 9am to 9pm Eastern Time, for parents seeking to locate their children in ORR care. The Parent Hotline number is 1-800-203-7001. If your child is 18 or over, they will be… Read More ›
What happens when a child is detained by immigration authorities without a parent or legal guardian?
Children are detained by immigration authorities in different ways, including
– crossing the border
– through raids on workplaces or homes
– after being arrested
When a child is apprehended by themselves (not with their parent or legal guardian) they… Read More ›
Why should I talk to an attorney about immigration relief options?
It’s important to talk to a qualified attorney or accredited representative and not just seek advice online or from family members or other consultants in the community (like notaries) because the immigration laws are very complicated and not everyone knows… Read More ›
None of my family has legal status/papers – am I still eligible for relief?
It’s important to talk to an attorney who can tell you what your legal options might be. Some kinds of immigration benefits depend on your age or how long it has been since you came to the U.S., so it… Read More ›
How can I get lawful immigration status?
There are many ways to obtain lawful immigration status. Each one depends on the facts of your case. Lawful immigration status can sometimes mean just a work permit and other times it means a green card.… Read More ›