Extreme Hardship Waiver Evaluations
A psychological evaluation that documents the emotional hardship a qualifying family member would face from separation—prepared with care to support your I-601 or I-601A waiver.
When a Hardship Evaluation Helps
Extreme hardship waivers ask you to show that a qualifying U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident relative—often a spouse or parent—would experience extreme hardship if your family member were kept out of the country or had to relocate. Much of that hardship is emotional and psychological, and it can be difficult to convey in a legal document alone.
A psychological evaluation gives that hardship a clear, credible voice. Working alongside your attorney, I meet with the qualifying relative, listen to their story, and document the psychological impact in a way that speaks to the legal standard. This is supporting evidence for your case—not legal advice, and not a guarantee of any outcome.
What the Evaluation Documents
Curious about the full process and timeline? See the immigration evaluations overview.
Hardship Waiver Evaluation FAQ
Common questions about I-601 and I-601A evaluations
It's a psychological evaluation of the qualifying U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident relative, documenting the emotional and psychological hardship they would experience if their family member were denied entry or removed. The report supports an I-601 or I-601A waiver application.
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