The federal government has a strict visa application policy in place that often takes a lot of time, leaving immigrants waiting and wondering about their futures. If you want to set up residency in California and speed up your visa processing time, you have a few...
Many immigrants in California hesitate to expose their employers who have committed labor violations because they fear deportation. They no longer need to fear such retribution as a new Department of Homeland Security policy indicates that any immigrant who comes...
In California and across the United States, a major challenge that individuals face when attempting to immigrate to the United States via a spousal relationship is proving that their marriage is legitimate. In some instances, a permanent resident can become a U.S....
Dealing with the process of obtaining a marriage green card in California can be complex and stressful. As couples try to plan for their future, the uncertainties of the process can cause several difficulties. There are a few ways to lessen the burden. Seek counseling...
The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services doubled fees on most types of visas beginning in January 2023. These fees account for about 96% of the money needed to operate the agency in California and across the United States. Yet, Democratic lawmakers have...
As an immigrant in the U.S., filing taxes can be confusing. You likely have many questions about how to file taxes properly and how it differs from filing taxes as a U.S. citizen. If you are an immigrant in California, you can use this FAQ as a guide. What are the...
While California residents don’t have to deal with the stress of applying for a US travel visa, it’s not uncommon for them to have friends and loved ones trying to navigate the process. While the US government has the final say on which visas receive approval and...
When someone seeks asylum protection in the United States under current immigration law, they must meet the criteria and requirements for approval. During an interview with immigration authorities in California or other states, the asylum seeker will face questions...
The San Ysidro Port of Entry in California is the busiest border crossing in the United States, but most of the immigrants who use it to seek asylum will be turned away under a controversial new immigration policy proposed by the Biden administration. The rule, which...
Every year, millions of green card holders residing in Los Angeles, California go a step further to become citizens of the US. To do this, these lawful permanent residents (LPRs) must meet stringent eligibility requirements established by the government. Once that...