As previously discussed, the Biden Administration recently capped daily asylum claims at 2,500, significantly impacting those seeking refuge in California. Unfortunately, this new rule imposes lesser-known restrictions and potential hardships, altering the landscape...
Navigating the complex ups and downs of an immigration case can be a stressful experience. Whether you're applying for a visa, seeking asylum or pursuing permanent residency, the stakes are high, and the process can be overwhelming. As such, feeling overwhelmed while...
Not everyone is as fortunate to be born in a country that offers the safety and opportunities you find in the United States. Those born in other countries can sometimes face dire circumstances that cause them to flee. Fortunately, a humanitarian program exists to...
A conditional green card is valid for two years. After two years, the conditional status can be removed, and a person can become a legal permanent resident if they meet the requirements. The most well-known way to get a conditional green card is to marry a U.S....
Green card marriage fraud is the process of using a pretend marriage to secure permanent resident status. The government has set this system up so that married couples can get a green card when one person is a citizen and the other is not. This allows the family to...
An H-1B visa allows you to work in the United States in specialty occupations that require certain expertise. You must be sponsored by a U.S.-based employer to obtain this visa. This typically involves them providing the necessary documentation and assurance to the...
Asylum gives people the option to seek protection in the United States, even when they enter the country illegally. They typically need to show that they were in fear for their life in their home country and they felt the only safe option was to come to America. They...
The thought of law enforcement personnel showing up at your door unannounced can be unsettling to anyone. However, for immigrants to this country (whether they’re here legally or not), it can be especially frightening. Often, they aren’t certain of what, if any,...
In a nutshell, the “American dream” means that anyone can come to the United States and prosper, regardless of their nationality or background. For millions of people, this has been the case. Nonetheless, that isn’t to say that moving to the United States and thriving...
Immigrating to the United States is a major life event that requires some adjustments. If you have a loved one coming into the U.S., they may find it easier to get used to life here with your assistance. One of the major challenges of coming to the U.S. is culture...