We discuss terms like “motion to reopen” “motion to reconsider” and “appeal” in the I-290B context (i.e. challenging T or U visa denials by filing an application with the USCIS Administrative Office of Appeals). And we discuss the difference between that and filing an “APA challenge” or basically, an appeal or complaint that goes to federal court instead of to the USCIS AAO. This video is not intended as legal advice, but it helps explain as of January 2025, our experience in this area and why some terms like “appeal” are general terms that don’t necessarily explain which exact strategy (or government agency) was chosen for challenging a T or U visa denial. This video is in English. Helen Tarokic is a NC Board Certified Immigration Law Specialist at the time of this recording.
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