What is a U-5 visa?
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The U-5 visa is a nonimmigrant visa designated for the unmarried siblings under the age of 18 of U-1 visa holders who are victims of qualifying criminal activity, provided that the U-1 holder was under the age of 21 at the time their U-1 petition was filed. U-5 holders are authorized to work in the United States and may also be eligible to apply for permanent resident status contingent on the U-1 holder's status and cooperation with law enforcement.
The length of stay for a U-5 visa is generally tied to the duration of the U-1 visa holder’s authorized stay. Extensions are possible as long as the U-1 visa holder maintains valid status and continues to qualify for extensions.
The State Department does not maintain a cap on U-5 visas.
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