Who is eligible for the VAWA?

The Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) was signed into law in 1994 and has been reauthorized twice since then, including the latest in 2013 . The VAWA provides many different protections for survivors of violence, both foreign nationals who are not legally allowed to live in the United States and US citizens and permanent residents who have fallen victim to domestic abuse, dating violence, sexual assault or stalking.

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Overview

The Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) was passed in 1994 and amended in 2000, 2005, and 2013. It provides funding to states and local governments to improve criminal justice response to violence against women, including domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, and stalking. The law also grants temporary visas to victims of abuse who have suffered substantial abuse due to an act of domestic violence or sexual abuse by a spouse or parent.
Both men and women are eligible for benefits under the VAWA.

Eligibility Requirements

In order to be eligible for the Violence Against Women Act, you must meet the following requirements: You are a U.S. citizen or lawfully admitted permanent resident; You have suffered abuse by your US citizen or lawful permanent resident spouse or partner; and You have resided with that person in the United States, or anywhere else, continuously for a period of time that includes at least 1 year in which you were abused.

How to Apply

The Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) provides many protections and services to victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, dating violence and stalking.
You are eligible if you are a:
-Survivor of abuse: you are a victim of domestic violence, dating violence or sexual assault.
-Parent or legal guardian with custody of a child who has been abused by someone in your family.

What Happens After Applying

Applicants are asked to provide proof of identity, such as a passport or driver’s license. Applicants must also provide their full name and date of birth, country of citizenship, immigration status and contact information.