Immigrants have many options for living legally in the United States. Some people only need temporary legal status and may simply need to secure visas. Others might hope to live in the country permanently. Green cards grant permanent residents the right to remain in...
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When are immigrants vulnerable to denaturalization?
Immigration enforcement has become a hot topic in recent weeks. There have been efforts to detain and remove undocumented immigrants in large numbers. There are also discussions ongoing about ways to modify and improve legal immigration. The laws and policies that...
What to do if your adjustment of status application is denied
Whether you applied for a green card through family, employment or other routes, a denial can be a major disappointment. The news can leave you frustrated, confused and unsure of what’s next. Fortunately, it doesn’t have to be the end of the road. Despite the initial...
What are common forms of relief from removal?
Removal, often called deportation, involves legally expelling a non-citizen from the United States. Individuals may face removal proceedings for violating immigration laws or committing certain crimes. Relief from removal provides eligible individuals with legal...
When can a criminal conviction impact immigration status?
Legal immigration is a complex and lengthy process. Individuals have to submit appropriate paperwork to the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). They have to undergo background checks and a review of their medical records to ensure they meet...
What is U.S. citizenship through derivation?
As children of U.S. citizens, the dream of becoming an American is within your reach through derivative citizenship. This legal avenue allows you to automatically acquire U.S. citizenship from your parents. It grants you the full rights and privileges of being an...
What testing is necessary for naturalized citizenship?
Becoming a citizen can be a lengthy process. People often need to stay in the United States for years to be eligible for citizenship. They also have to complete the standard naturalization process. That process involves paying a fee, filing paperwork, undergoing a...
Haitian immigrants face many challenges
The recent descent into chaotic gang rulership in urban Haitian cities has driven many fearful, law-abiding citizens of the devastated country to set sail for Florida, seeking asylum. But those lucky enough to make it to American shores without capsizing have not had...
Who can help their siblings immigrate to the United States?
The bond between siblings can last a lifetime. They may share values, family history and childhood memories. Even a separation that persists for years and takes one sibling thousands of miles from the rest of the family is often not enough to sever that bond. As such,...
Who might qualify for a K-1 fiancé visa?
There are many different types of family-based immigration, and most of them require an established family relationship. However, those seeking to create a family relationship may also sometimes qualify for special immigration opportunities. A K-1 visa can help...