U.S. Waiver Procedure Assistance | B1/B2 Visa and Waiver Approved Despite a Prior Fraud Conviction

The client had a criminal record of having been sentenced to a fine for fraud due to a problem related to a past monetary transaction.

Some time later, he came to be in a situation where he had to visit the United States for the purpose of a meeting with a business partner and participation in an industry trade fair.

Although the scheduled period of stay was short, the client's concerns deepened ahead of the visa application, in that a problem could arise during the visa review process due to his past criminal record.

Accordingly, the client determined that professional assistance was needed and requested assistance from Daeryun's visa attorney in order to proceed with the B1/B2 visa and Waiver procedure.

Even where entry into the United States has been denied, if certain conditions are met, a visa may be issued and re-entry into the United States may be possible through a waiver application.

The waiver procedure is conducted mainly through a documentary review, and whether a waiver is possible varies depending on the reason for the entry denial.

▶ Cases in Which a Waiver May Be Approved

In such cases, a close review of the individual matter and preparation of supporting documents are indispensable, and it is important to respond carefully through the professional assistance of a visa attorney.

The visa attorney reviewed the client's judgment and criminal record in detail and analyzed under which provision of immigration law the prior conviction constituted a ground for denial of entry.

Through this, the attorney concluded that a Waiver application was unavoidable and systematically prepared the requirements and supporting materials needed in the procedure.

The client's criminal record was clearly set out, while the statement and supporting materials were composed to highlight the background of the case, the client's current social standing, and the absence of any risk of reoffending.

In the B1/B2 visa application, the purpose of the visit to the United States was clearly stated, and the local itinerary, documentation proving event participation, and documents on the domestic workplace and family relationships were attached, emphasizing the high likelihood of return after the stay in the United States.

The waiver application was submitted with a professional opinion together with all necessary supporting materials attached without omission.

The client was worried that questions related to their past record might come up, but the visa attorney prepared anticipated questions and strategic answers to them sufficiently in advance, minimizing the anxiety.

The attorney adjusted the wording so that the content of the answers was consistent with the facts while not being legally disadvantageous, and also provided guidance on situation-specific response methods so that the client would not become nervous during the interview.

On the day of the interview, the attorney accompanied the client in person to check the progress and provided on-site support as well.

If there is a criminal history such as a prior fraud conviction, a waiver procedure must be undertaken.

A minor mistake or a difference in interpretation, however, can lead to the serious result of a visa denial, so receiving professional legal assistance from the initial stage is critical.

At Daeryun LLC, attorneys with extensive experience in the field of U.S. immigration law handle cases exclusively, and they design a suitable strategy by closely analyzing the client's specific circumstances.

If you are hesitant to apply for a visa because of a past conviction, please request assistance from a visa attorney at Daeryun LLC at any time.