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. 2019 Aug 12;20(5):791–798. doi: 10.5811/westjem.2019.7.41489

Table 2.

Clinically relevant immigration-relief scenarios.

Immigration relief Clinical scenario Suggested phrasing
U-visa Undocumented victims of certain serious crimes I want to tell you that certain victims of serious crimes in the U.S. may qualify for immigration relief.
T-Visa Survivors of human and labor trafficking Some patients in your situation may be eligible for immigration relief and services.
Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS) Undocumented patients under the age of 21 who have been abandoned, abused or neglected by one or both parents, including children in foster care, in guardianship proceedings, or on probation. Also includes those under 18 living with a single parent. Some patients in your situation may be eligible for immigration relief. I wanted to tell you that if you qualify for immigration relief, it is important to talk to an immigration attorney as soon as possible.
Asylum and Convention against torture (CAT) Undocumented patients who experienced persecution or torture in country of origin Some patients who have suffered serious harm or threats of harm in their home country may be eligible for immigration relief.