Protecting Human Trafficking Victims Through T Visas
Psychology Today | 05.02.2026 02:14
The T visa is one of the United States’ most vital tools for protecting survivors of severe human trafficking and holding traffickers accountable. It provides temporary legal status to victims who assist law enforcement in the detection, investigation, or prosecution of trafficking crimes, allowing them to remain in the country for up to four years with authorization to work. For survivors who have endured exploitation, coercion, and violence, the T visa offers something essential: safety, stability, and a path toward rebuilding their lives while helping ensure traffickers are brought to justice.