Recently, INA 212(e) waiver statistics were released by the Department of State. The INA 212(e) waiver is required for individuals in J visa status who are subject to the two-year home country requirement. Waivers can be gained due to a variety of reasons, including receiving a no objection statement, exceptional hardship, persecution, and government agency “sponsorship.” Here are the statistics:
|
Waiver Bases |
Favorable |
Unfavorable |
Total |
| No Objection Statement |
4,786 |
155 |
4,941 |
| Exceptional Hardship |
213 |
65 |
278 |
| Persecution |
24 |
1 |
25 |
| Interested Government Agency- Physician |
70 |
0 |
70 |
| Interested Government Agency – Other |
165 |
6 |
171 |
| State Department of Health |
829 |
0 |
829 |
| TOTAL |
6,087 |
277 |
6,314 |
If you require a waiver, please contact a 212(e) waiver attorney.