U-Visa: 

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A U-Visa status (also known as U nonimmigrant status) is designed to provide lawful status to noncitizen crime victims who have assisted, are assisting, or are willing to assist the authorities in investigating or prosecuting crimes that were committed against them. The main purpose of the U -Visa is to encourage undocumented crime victims to help law enforcement investigate and prosecute crimes without fear of being deported.

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T-Visa: 

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A T-Visa (also known as T nonimmigrant status (T-Visa) may be granted to victims of severe forms of human trafficking. A T-Visa allows victims to remain in the United States to assist law enforcement in the investigation and prosecution of human trafficking cases.

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To apply for a U Visa or a T Visa, crime victims or their representative must complete the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) Form I-918, Supplement B (for U-Visa) or Form I-914, Supplement B (for T-Visa) and submit it to the Madera County District Attorney's Office for consideration. Both forms are available on the USCIS (www.uscis.gov) website.

For local nonprofit agencies that assist victims in the U-Visa and T-Visa application process, please click the links below.