I-690 Form – Application for Waiver of Grounds of Inadmissibility Under Sections 245A or 210 of the Immigration and Nationality Act

FREE-ONLINE-FORMS.COMI-690 Form – Application for Waiver of Grounds of Inadmissibility Under Sections 245A or 210 of the Immigration and Nationality Act – The I-690 form is an important document for many non-citizens in the United States who are seeking to gain lawful status. This application for Waiver of Grounds of Inadmissibility, created by the Department of Homeland Security, provides individuals with a way to overcome their legal inadmissibility under Sections 245A or 210 of the Immigration and Nationality Act.

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Edition Date 12/2/2021
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What is an I-690 Form?

The I-690 Form is an application to waive certain grounds of inadmissibility under sections 245A or 210 of the Immigration and Nationality Act. It must be completed, signed, and submitted along with all required evidence to U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). The form is used when an applicant seeks a waiver for certain grounds of inadmissibility that may prevent them from being granted lawful permanent residence (LPR) status or other immigration benefits.

Applicants must demonstrate that they meet at least one of the following criteria: extreme hardship to themselves; extreme hardship to their qualifying relative; their presence would not be contrary to national security or public safety; they are eligible for a waiver under section 212(h) of the INA, or they are eligible for a waiver under section 212(i) of the INA. Depending on which criteria they qualify for, applicants may need to submit additional documentation such as medical records, police reports, financial information, etc., with their application. If approved by USCIS, applicants will receive a notice confirming that the ground(s) waived were approved and any conditions associated with the approval.

Where Can I Find an I-690 Form?

The I-690 form is an application for a waiver of the grounds of inadmissibility under sections 245A or 210 of the Immigration and Nationality Act. It can be found on the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) website. The form is available to download either as a PDF file or in an editable Word document format. Once you have downloaded it, you will need to complete all sections with relevant information and then submit it to USCIS with attachments such as evidence of your identity, any medical records related to the purpose of your application, and other supporting documents that may be required by USCIS depending on the nature of your case. Additionally, you must provide two passport-sized photographs and pay any applicable filing fees along with submitting your I-690 Form. After submitting your application form, USCIS may require additional information from you before making a decision about whether to grant or deny the waiver request.

I-690 Form – Application for Waiver of Grounds of Inadmissibility Under Sections 245A or 210 of the Immigration and Nationality Act

The I-690 Form is used by individuals seeking to waive certain grounds of inadmissibility under Sections 245A or 210 of the Immigration and Nationality Act. This waiver allows individuals who are ineligible for adjustment of status due to their immigration histories, such as illegal entry into the United States, or other violations, to apply for a waiver that would allow them to remain in the U.S. legally. To be eligible, applicants must meet certain criteria set forth by U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), including proof of hardship or exceptional circumstances if they are applying under Section 245A; or extreme hardship on qualifying family members if applying under Section 210. Applicants must also provide evidence in support of their application and pay all applicable fees when submitting the form via mail or the online filing system. Upon approval of an I-690 Waiver application, applicants will receive an Employment Authorization Document (EAD) from USCIS authorizing them to work in the United States while their applications are pending before USCIS or at a US consulate abroad after filing form I-601 – Application for Waiver of Grounds Of Inadmissibility with USCIS’ National Benefits Center “NBC”.

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