Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS)

Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS) is a U.S. immigration measure designed to help minors who are abused, abandoned, or neglected. It allows eligible children, typically those without a stable family situation, to apply for a green card. To qualify, they must have been declared dependent by a state court and cannot reunite safely with a parent due to the circumstances. SIJS aims to provide protection and stability for vulnerable children, allowing them to stay in the U.S. legally and pursue a path to permanent residency.