What Filing Mistakes Can Weaken an Exceptional Hardship Form I-612?
A hardship Form I-612 must contain the applicant's signed form, a detailed signed and dated hardship statement, qualifying-relative evidence, pertinent financial information, and supporting evidence for the hardship claims. USCIS warns that failure to submit required evidence may lead to rejection or denial.
Do not omit the applicant's signature
USCIS instructions state that every Form I-612 application must contain the applicant's required signature. A typed or stamped name is not a substitute for the required signature.
The hardship statement must be signed and dated
USCIS requires a detailed explanation of why compliance with §212(e) would impose exceptional hardship on the qualifying U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident spouse or child.
Include pertinent financial information
The current Form I-612 specifically directs hardship applicants to include relevant information about the applicant's and spouse's income and savings in the statement.
Support the factual claims
Required qualifying-relative documentation and available evidence supporting medical, financial, educational, caregiving, country-condition, or other asserted hardship should accompany the filing.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the hardship statement have to be signed and dated?
Yes.
Does USCIS require financial information in the hardship statement?
Current I-612 instructions require pertinent income and savings information.
Can missing required evidence cause denial or rejection?
Yes. USCIS warns that failure to submit required evidence may result in rejection or denial.
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