Form I-914A: T Visa Derivative Petition

Protect and Reunite Families of Human Trafficking Survivors

Form I-914A, Application for Family Member of T-1 Recipient, allows certain qualifying family members of a principal T-1 visa holder (survivor of human trafficking) to also receive T nonimmigrant status.

The T visa program was created to provide safety and legal status for survivors of severe human trafficking — and Form I-914A extends these protections to their eligible family members, recognizing that family unity and security are vital to survivors’ recovery and cooperation with law enforcement.

✅ Who Can File Form I-914A?

Form I-914A must be filed by the principal T-1 visa applicant or holder to include eligible family members for derivative T status.

Eligible family members depend on the age and situation of the T-1 principal:

If the T-1 principal is 21 or older, they may petition for:
✅ Spouse (husband or wife)
✅ Unmarried children under 21

If the T-1 principal is under 21, they may petition for:
✅ Spouse
✅ Unmarried children under 21
✅ Parents
✅ Unmarried siblings under 18

Additionally, if your family member faces a present danger of retaliation due to your escape from trafficking or cooperation with law enforcement, they may qualify under the “at-risk family member” provision, even if they don’t fit the normal list above.

✅ Key Requirements

To qualify for a derivative T visa:
✅ The family relationship must have existed at the time the principal’s T-1 status was granted.
✅ The relationship must continue to exist at the time the derivative visa is issued.
✅ The T-1 principal must include the family member in their original T-1 application or file Form I-914A later while their status is still valid.

✅ How the I-914A Process Works

📌 Step 1 — File Form I-914A:
The T-1 principal files Form I-914A with USCIS to include qualifying family members. This can be done at the same time as the principal’s Form I-914 or later while the T-1 status is valid.

📌 Step 2 — Provide Supporting Evidence:
Include proof of the family relationship (marriage certificates, birth certificates) and documents showing the family member qualifies as a derivative.

📌 Step 3 — USCIS Review:
USCIS will review the petition, conduct background checks, and determine eligibility.

📌 Step 4 — Visa Issuance:
If approved, qualifying family members outside the U.S. will complete consular processing at a U.S. embassy. If they are already in the U.S., they may be granted derivative T status here.

📌 Step 5 — Lawful Status:
Approved family members receive T nonimmigrant status for up to four years, with the same work authorization and protections as the principal T-1 holder. After three years, they may apply for a green card if they meet adjustment requirements.

✅ Benefits of the T Visa Derivative Petition

✅ Keeps survivors and their families safe and together.
✅ Protects loved ones from traffickers’ threats and retaliation.
✅ Provides eligible family members with legal status, work authorization, and certain federal benefits.
✅ Creates a clear path to lawful permanent residence (green card) after three years in T status.

✅ How USCIS Expert Helps

Applying for T status and derivative visas is sensitive and complex. At USCIS Expert, we handle every detail with care and confidentiality. We:
✅ Evaluate eligibility for family members based on your unique circumstances.
✅ Gather and organize strong evidence to support your petition.
✅ Prepare and file Form I-914A accurately and completely.
✅ Guide you through the consular processing or in-country steps for your loved ones.
✅ Keep you and your family informed, safe, and supported throughout the entire process.

Your Safety and Family Matter

If you or a loved one survived human trafficking, you should never have to choose between your safety and your family. Let USCIS Expert help protect your family’s future with the T Visa Derivative Petition.

✅ Contact us today to learn how we can help you secure lawful status for your family and move forward together with dignity and security.