Prostitution and Commercialized Vice—INA § 212(a)(2)(D)

An individual will be found inadmissible under this section if he or she:

  • Comes to the U.S. to engage in prostitution, or has engaged in prostitution within 10 years of the date of application for a visa, adjustment of status, or entry into the U.S.;
  • Procures prostitutes, or attempts to procure, receives proceeds from prostitution, or has done any of these activities within 10 years of the date of application for a visa, adjustment of status, or entry into the U.S.; and
  • Comes to the U.S. to engage in unlawful commercialized vice, whether or not it is related to prostitution.