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The U visa is a nonimmigrant status granted to victims of some crimes who have suffered mental or physical abuse and who cooperate with the government in the prosecution of their cases.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 22, 2026

Embassy in Cairo would interview Zahra Sckak for a nonimmigrant visa.

From Seattle Times • Jan. 8, 2024

People who have temporary nonimmigrant work visas, such as seasonal farmworkers, can apply for exemptions.

From New York Times • Jun. 16, 2023

Marshallese nationals can obtain the status of a nonimmigrant “habitual resident” and live in the United States indefinitely, with authorization to work.

From Washington Post • Feb. 19, 2023

Lawyers said the migrants are seeking U-1 nonimmigrant visas, or U Visas, that are set aside for victims of certain crimes who suffer mental or physical abuse or can help law enforcement investigate crimes.

From Washington Times • Oct. 14, 2022