VAWA (Violence Against Women Act) allows abused spouses, children, or parents of U.S. citizens or permanent residents to apply for Green Cards independently.

VAWA is a humanitarian provision in U.S. immigration law that protects noncitizens who are victims of abuse by close relatives who are U.S. citizens or Green Card holders. It offers them the opportunity to gain lawful permanent residence on their own.

The Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) allows immigrants who have been subjected to domestic violence to self-petition for immigration relief, helping them avoid reliance on an abusive spouse, parent, or adult child for legal status.