Frequently Asked Questions about Applying for a Green Card
The Green Card application process can be lengthy and complicated. This article answers ten of the most frequently asked questions about the Green Card application.
December 2022 Newsletter: Happy Holidays
Happy Holidays to You & Your Loved Ones! I would like to wish everyone a joyful and safe holiday season, and a blessed new year. Let us hope that 2023 will bring more positive changes in immigration policy! Read the latest news below. DACA News Just this week, there was news of a potential compromise Read more about December 2022 Newsletter: Happy Holidays[…]
How to Apply for Citizenship after a Marriage-based Green Card
The process of applying for naturalization after obtaining a marriage green card can seem daunting, but it does not have to be. Here is a brief overview of the steps you will need to take in order to become a naturalized citizen of the United States. 1. Get your Green Card If you are married Read more about How to Apply for Citizenship after a Marriage-based Green Card[…]
November 2022 Newsletter: A Stronger DACA
A stronger DACA As of November 1st, the Department of Homeland Security’s final rule to preserve and fortify Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) went into effect. Practically, this means that DACA is now based on a formal regulation, instead of a policy memorandum as it had been before. This has the effect of strengthening the standing Read more about November 2022 Newsletter: A Stronger DACA[…]
Top Five Reasons Why a Green Card Application Could Be Denied, and How to Avoid Them
The United States offers many benefits to immigrants who wish to live and work in the country. One benefit is the ability to apply for a green card, if you have a lawful entry, which gives an immigrant many rights and privileges, including the right to live and work permanently in the United States. However, Read more about Top Five Reasons Why a Green Card Application Could Be Denied, and How to Avoid Them[…]
October 2022 Newsletter: DACA News
The big news this month is the 5th Circuit Court of Appeals’ ruling on the DACA program — the court upheld a previous decision that the program is unlawful, and sent the case back to a lower court to decide the legality of allowing new people to enroll in the program. Thankfully, the news we discussed last Read more about October 2022 Newsletter: DACA News[…]
Can a Person with a Criminal Record Still Apply for a Green Card?
Many people with criminal records assume that they are ineligible for a green card. However, this is not always the case. While certain convictions can make an applicant inadmissible, there may be options available, such as a waiver of inadmissibility. It is important to note that not all convictions can be excused and it is Read more about Can a Person with a Criminal Record Still Apply for a Green Card?[…]
September 2022 Newsletter
The big news this month is the announcement from the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) about the status of the DACA program. In accordance with the priorities of the Biden administration, DHS aims to “codify and fortify” the DACA program by clarifying its position on two points in particular: deferring the removal of DACA participants and Read more about September 2022 Newsletter[…]
DACA Update: Where the Program Stands Now
The Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program was signed into existence by President Obama in June 2012. It was always meant as a stopgap measure to help young people brought into the country as children and are now in a precarious situation — raised as Americans but without legal residency or citizenship — until Read more about DACA Update: Where the Program Stands Now[…]
What to Expect from the Marriage-Based Green Card Interview
If you are applying for a marriage based green card, you can expect to be called in for an interview with a USCIS officer. The purpose of this interview is to verify the information on your application and to confirm that your marriage is genuine. This can be a nerve-wracking experience, but it is important Read more about What to Expect from the Marriage-Based Green Card Interview[…]