What Is a Derivative T Visa for Family Members? - Rajat Shankar

BSPE Legal Marketing Podcast · May 18, 2026 · 2m

From Shankar & Associates PC - What Is a Derivative T Visa for Family Members? explores how derivative T visas help protect the loved ones of human trafficking survivors by providing lawful immigration status in the United States. The episode explains the difference between principal T-1 nonimmigrant status and derivative visas classified as T-2 through T-6, while breaking down how spouses, children, parents, siblings, and certain relatives facing retaliation may qualify for protection under federal immigration law. Listeners will also learn how the Victims of Trafficking and Violence…