7:02 1 •夕 Yes, you must inform USCIS of your spouse's death, especially if they were your abuser and the VAWA petition is pending. You should submit a written request to USCIS with a copy of the death certificate and ask them to approve the petition under section 204(1), which allows certain self-petitions to be approved even after the abusive petitioner's death. The process may vary slightly depending on the status of your VAWA petition. o If your VAWA self-petition is pending • Notify USCIS immediately: Write to the USCIS office handling your case. • Submit the death certificate: Include a copy of the death certificate with your notification. • Request approval under INA 204(I): Specifically ask USCIS to approve your petition under section 204(1). This is a key step to ensure your case can still move forward. • Do not refile: You do not need to file a new VAWA petition. The pending petition will be decided on its merits based on the self-petitioning grounds. If your abusive spouse was a U.S. citizen and their death occurred before you filed a • You still have time to file: You generally have up to two years from the date of death to file your VAWA self-petition. • File a Form I-360: You can file an I-360 petition on your own. • Include the death certificate: A copy of the death certificate ie ronurad de avdanco 7:03 • JuNilne ue uEalIueruluade. muuue a uury ui the death certificate with your notification. • Request approval under INA 204(l): Specifically ask USCIS to approve your petition under section 204(1). This is a key step to ensure your case can still move forward. • Do not refile: You do not need to file a new VAWA petition. The pending petition will be decided on its merits based on the self-petitioning grounds. If your abusive spouse was a U.S. citizen and their death occurred before you filed • You still have time to file: You generally have up to two years from the date of death to file your VAWA self-petition. • File a Form I-360: You can file an I-360 petition on your own. • Include the death certificate: A copy of the death certificate is required as evidence. If your abusive spouse was a lawful permanent resident (LPR) and their death occurred before you filed & • You may be ineligible: Generally, you become ineligible to self-petition if the LPR relative dies before you file. • Check for exceptions: There may be specific circumstances or policies that apply, so you may want to consult an immigration attorney. Chapter 3 - Effect of Certain Life Evente JISCIS Chapter 9 - Death o Petitioner or Princip

seek legal advice don’t do anything on your own, with this administration they might jam you up.

@mimi T My I-130 application was still pending when my spouse tragically passed away from a drug overdose. He had a history of abusive behavior with his first wife as well. During this difficult time, I sought legal assistance while grappling with the mental anguish on my own. He held a green card at the time of his death, and his N-400 application was approved; USCIS had scheduled his oath ceremony for May 2022, but he passed away in April 2022. I filed my I-360 application in August 2022 and have since received my EAD and Advance Parole, along with six PF so far. Just remember to keep your application updated. Additionally, it might be wise to have proof of your genuine marriage on hand, such as ensuring your name is listed on his death certificate—it's important to be prepared for any unexpected challenges that may arise during this time.

Inform to your attorney and they know better what to do.

Thank you all for the advices

@mimi T may I know reason of death?

heart failure due to alcohol

Seek legal advice as you may be able to file another i-360 as widow.

@Launica one not really because when you filled The OG application he was alive..! your statement remains same the abuse remain same nothing changed it’s just he died due to alcoholic nature..! this will boast your case new application not record stay to the fact you stated in the beginning

@dula strong can I start my divorce process while I'm waiting the i485 to be approve please.im at the end of my case only the greencard I'm waiting for.please anyone advice would help.thks

@dula strong can I get pregnant for someone else before divorce ?

I contacted my lawyer,she said.she will update the vawa case by send the death certificate and some documents with write up.i dont knw if she is right