The real differences between 601 vs 601a waivers

If you're trying to figure out the 601 vs 601a situation, you've probably already realized that the US immigration system loves to make things as confusing as possible with nearly identical numbers. It's enough to make anyone's head spin, especially when your future or your family's future is hanging in the balance. At their core, both of these are waivers—basically a way to ask the government to "forgive" a specific issue that would otherwise keep you from getting a green card—but the way they work, where you file them, and what they cover are totally different. ...

May 1, 2026 · 7 min · Loida Newguest