CalWORKs Policy - Department of Public Social Services

How can a non-citizen in deportation
proceedings receive a suspension of
deportation or cancellation of removal and
adjustment of status?
A non-citizen in deportation proceedings can
receive a suspension of deportation or
cancellation of removal and adjustment of status
if:
• The non-citizen has been abused by a U.S.
citizen or LPR spouse in the U.S., or
• The non-citizen’s child has been abused by
the U.S. citizen or LPR parent in the U.S.
Who are Derivative Beneficiaries?
Derivative beneficiaries are unmarried children of
the principal beneficiary who are under the age of
21.
What benefits are Derivative Beneficiaries
eligible to?
Derivative beneficiaries who are referenced on the
petition request but are not indicated on the
USCIS approval document or the prima facie
notice, are eligible to the same benefits as the
principal beneficiary.
How can staff obtain the status of a VAWA self
petition, family based petitions, self petitions
by widow(er)s and derivative beneficiaries?
Inquiries regarding the status of VAWA self
petitions, family based petitions, self petitions by
widow(er)s and derivative beneficiaries should be
made to USCIS online or via telephone (see
below).
How does staff verify a petition for lawful
immigration status online?
To check the status of a participant’s petition for
lawful immigration status using the internet, the
Specialized Supportive Services (SSS) EW or
designated staff must follow these procedures:
• Access USCIS Case Status Online Service at
http://www.uscis.gov;