Need help with my Dads case- Looking for sample I-601 / I-212 waiver packages (structure & examples)

[evalarebal 0]

Hi everyone,

I’m hoping someone can point me to examples or sample packages for I-601 and I-212 waivers—not to copy wording, but to understand structure, organization, and how successful packets are put together (cover letters, exhibit lists, evidence flow, etc.).

Brief background:

• I am a U.S. citizen.

• I recently completed my mom’s LPR process on my own, and she was approved.

• We are now filing for my dad.

My dad was denied at the U.S. Embassy in Madrid based on the following history:

• In 1999, he was found to have used a false stamp in a passport, was denied entry, and returned to Ecuador.

• In 2000, he reentered the U.S. without inspection.

• He remained in the U.S. until 2008, when he left voluntarily to Spain.

• The consulate indicated he needs I-212 and I-601 waivers.

About legal help:
I know the standard advice is “get a lawyer.” I’ve already done multiple paid consultations ($150–$300 each) and unfortunately have not received a clear or consistent plan. Given that I successfully handled my mom’s residency case myself, I plan to prepare and file these waivers on my own.

My mom and I have already created a draft waiver package, and we are focused on making it as strong and well-organized as possible. We’ve used AI as a tool to help with clear wording and structure, but all facts and evidence are real and properly documented.

Extreme hardship evidence we are including:

• My sister was in a serious car accident in November 2024, resulting in three spinal herniations. She requires daily care and assistance, which my parents provide.

• My mom is planning to begin formal studies in the U.S., which would be disrupted if she had to relocate.

• We also have a 14-year-old brother currently in Spain. We are in the process of obtaining a student visa for him as a temporary solution while waiting for him to become eligible for LPR through my mom (which I understand currently takes about 2–3 years).

What I’m asking for:

• Where can I find real-world examples of I-601 and/or I-212 waiver packages?

• Forum posts, redacted samples, attorney blog examples, nonprofit resources, anything that shows how successful packets are organized.

Again, I’m not looking to copy anyone’s story, just to learn from format, strategy, and presentation.

Thank you in advance to anyone willing to share resources or point me in the right direction. I truly appreciate it.

[Crazy Cat 45,918]

Your situation is way outside the scope of a DIY site like Visa Journey, imo.  IMO, you are going to need a very strong package.  Find a very good attorney who has experience in crafting them.   I don't think the current administration will treat your situation as a formality as did the last administration.  This is a far cry from a standard immigration case, especially with the extra scrutiny by USCIS now.  What is your plan if you attempt fails?  I wouldn't risk the consequences of  trying to do this solo.  A $150-$300 consultation is just the very beginning to a very expensive process.  IMO, you need to put this in the hands of an experienced attorney......which won't be cheap or guaranteed.  Your father made some extremely bad decisions which are going to cost a lot of money to rectify.  Just an opinion.  Good luck.

Edited 6 hours ago by Crazy Cat

[TBoneTX 48,782]

15 hours ago, evalarebal said:

Hi everyone

Welcome to the forum!

15 hours ago, evalarebal said:

My dad was denied at the U.S. Embassy in Madrid based on the following history:

• In 1999, he was found to have used a false stamp in a passport, was denied entry, and returned to Ecuador.

If he's from Ecuador:  there was a long period when false stamps were highly prevalent there.  These were, and continue to be, heavily scrutinized.  Your dad seems to have been on the earlier end of those that were caught.  This point is presented here in case others from Ecu are reading this thread.

15 hours ago, evalarebal said:

Thank you in advance to anyone willing to share resources or point me in the right direction.

I echo Crazy Cat, who couldn't have said it any better.

 

Please keep us apprised of the process that you pursue, and the outcome of each step.  This will be educational for everyone on this site.

[appleblossom 5,598]

16 hours ago, evalarebal said:

My sister was in a serious car accident in November 2024, resulting in three spinal herniations. She requires daily care and assistance, which my parents provide.

Is your sister a USC/LPR and living in America? If so this is a counter productive argument if they currently live apart from her. And if she’s not, then it can’t be used as a hardship reason. Frankly, I don’t think any of the reasons you’ve listed show hardship to an eligible relative. Your Mom choosing to study in the US isn’t relevant (surely she could do the same course elsewhere?), and your brother is a reason for them to stay in Spain, not move to the US. 

 

I agree with the above, this isn’t a DIY case. With an overstay and fraud, your Dad needs professional help. 

Edited 4 hours ago by appleblossom

[discoverusa 318]

Was your mom's case a standard sponsorship or did she require a waiver as well? If she didn't need a waiver, those cases are super easy to complete DIY as opposed to waiver process.