Inadmissibility Waiver Planning for Immigrants Facing 3- and 10-Year Bars

Built for immigrants and qualifying family members who need careful waiver planning around unlawful presence bars before deciding on filing timing and evidence.

Inadmissibility Waiver Planning for Immigrants Facing 3- and 10-Year Bars focuses on one essential question: what should be screened before any filing decision is locked in. Unlawful presence rules are fact-specific, and timing mistakes can cause avoidable setbacks. We reconstruct timeline details, identify potential bar triggers, and evaluate waiver-readiness issues early.

Families often feel pressure to move fast. Our strategy-first process helps you move in the right order instead. We map hardship evidence categories, clarify scope, and define next actions so the case plan is grounded in facts rather than assumptions.

During this strategy stage, we focus on decision quality before documents are submitted. That means confirming facts, screening practical risks, and setting a work plan you can realistically complete. The goal is not speed at any cost. The goal is forward progress with fewer avoidable surprises.

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What happens after you contact us: we confirm your goals, request key records, and provide a clear strategy consultation plan.

Who This Is For

Families concerned about unlawful presence bars before consular processing.
Applicants with prior overstay and departure history.
Qualifying relatives preparing hardship documentation plans.
Clients unsure whether a waiver may be needed in their case.
People with conflicting advice about bar calculations.
Families planning around urgent travel or interview timelines.
Applicants with prior denials tied to inadmissibility concerns.
Clients seeking a realistic pre-filing risk map.

Common Situations We See

Departure decisions without complete waiver analysis

A family is considering travel or consular steps but needs a clear view of unlawful presence consequences first.

Unclear hardship documentation strategy

The qualifying relative has real hardship factors, but records and narrative evidence are not yet organized for waiver planning.

Prior overstay plus additional admissibility questions

Cases may involve more than one issue, requiring coordinated screening so no material risk is overlooked.

Confusion around timeline calculations

Different sources give different answers on when bars are triggered and how to plan around them.

Family pressure to file quickly

Families want progress, but also need confidence that sequence and documentation choices are strategically sound.

Key Risks to Screen Before Filing

Incorrect unlawful presence timeline assumptions.
Travel decisions made before waiver-readiness review.
Underdeveloped hardship evidence categories.
Inconsistent declarations about residence, departure, or family impact.
Missing records that explain medical, financial, or caregiving hardship.
Ignoring linked inadmissibility issues beyond unlawful presence.
Filing sequence that does not match case facts.

How Our Strategy Service Works

Timeline reconstruction for status, presence, and departures.
Initial inadmissibility and waiver-readiness screening.
Hardship evidence planning with category-by-category priorities.
Case sequence design for filing, interview, and document milestones.
Strategy memo and implementation checklist for next stage.

Each step is designed to reduce guesswork. By the end of the process, you should know what to do next, what to postpone, and what records are required before moving into filing or representation.

Why New Horizons Legal

New Horizons Legal takes a strategy-first approach so key decisions are made before forms are filed. We use careful risk screening to identify issues early and reduce avoidable mistakes. Our process emphasizes practical organization, plain-language communication, and realistic planning. You leave with clear next steps that match your facts and timeline.

What You Receive

Waiver-risk screening summary tailored to your timeline.
Hardship evidence framework with practical document priorities.
Checklist for records supporting financial, medical, and family impact factors.
Decision points for filing sequence and timing.
Clear scope boundaries for strategy versus full representation.
Questions list for family interview preparation.
Written next-step plan with target deadlines.
Follow-up guidance request window after consultation.

Typical Documents to Gather

Passports and travel history records.
I-94 and prior USCIS filings or notices.
Evidence of family relationships and qualifying relative status.
Medical records relevant to hardship factors.
Financial records showing dependency and obligations.
School, caregiving, or special-needs documentation as applicable.
Employment records and income history.
Prior denial notices, RFEs, or legal correspondence.
Country-condition context documents when relevant to hardship analysis.
Any prior waiver filings or drafts.

Pricing and Scope

Typical strategy planning range: $1,500 to $3,500. Final fee depends on complexity, record volume, and urgency. We confirm a flat-fee scope before work begins.

This helps families understand exactly what is covered in planning versus what would require a separate engagement for filing support, submissions, or agency representation.

Usually Included

Waiver-focused strategy consultation and timeline analysis.
Hardship evidence planning and document roadmap.
Written action plan for waiver-readiness steps.
One structured post-session clarification exchange.

Usually Not Included

Drafting and filing waiver forms unless separately retained.
Consular interview representation or court representation.
Government fees and third-party report costs.

Pricing depends on number of possible inadmissibility issues and record volume.
If full waiver representation is requested, scope and fee are documented separately.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I know if a 3-year or 10-year bar applies?

It depends on timeline details, including periods of unlawful presence and departure history. Strategy review helps confirm the relevant facts before decisions.

Can I prepare hardship evidence before filing?

Yes. Early evidence planning is often beneficial and can reduce delays caused by incomplete documentation later.

Does every consular case require a waiver?

No. Waiver need depends on individual facts and admissibility findings. A case-specific screening is important before assumptions are made.

Will this service file my waiver application?

Core scope is planning and risk screening. Filing representation is available separately if you choose to retain for that stage.

Can waiver planning include spouse and children together?

Yes. We often map family-wide evidence priorities so everyone understands roles and documentation responsibilities.

Do you guarantee waiver approval?

No. Outcomes are never guaranteed. We provide careful preparation, risk awareness, and a clear strategy based on available facts.

Is this page legal advice?

No. The page is general information only. Legal advice requires an attorney consultation reviewing your specific facts.

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What happens after you contact us: our team confirms scope, collects key records, and schedules a focused strategy session with clear preparation instructions.