In many ways, asylum seekers and refugees are similar. Generally, both groups are facing some type of persecution at home. For instance, they could be persecuted due to the ethnic group that they’re part of or their local religion. They have to leave their home...
If you have ever wanted to move to the United States, it’s important to understand that there is more than one way of doing it. While green cards can be hard to get, you have a fair chance of success if you fulfill the criteria for one of the following four scenarios....
With many types of immigration, individuals need to take the proper steps in advance. For instance, someone who is coming to the United States to attend college needs to get an education visa. Even tourists who are going to be staying for a significant amount of time...
If you want to apply for a lawful permanent resident status in the U.S., you have two options - adjustment of status and consular processing. You need to understand these two terms if you are eligible to apply for a Green Card. How do they differ, and which one should...
California residents will likely recall that President Joe Biden vowed to eliminate many of Donald Trump’s “zero tolerance” immigration policies during his 2020 election campaign. One of the most controversial Trump-era policies was a process that separated migrant...
Immigration courts are struggling to cope with a record number of asylum seekers and migrants, and the problem is especially serious in border states like California. Immigration courts are the venues where asylum claims are processed and removal proceedings are held,...
The task of getting a green card through consular processing may seem intimidating. There are resources that are available to help you ease the transition to becoming a California resident. . File an immigration petition First, you need to file an immigration petition...
Implications of the EAGLE Act on Immigration An important part of what makes California special is the influx of immigrants. Companies in this state rely on the expertise and skills of people worldwide. Unfortunately, current restrictions can make life difficult for...
More than 2 million cases are pending in the US immigration courts. In California, families and individuals can wait for years to have their immigration cases heard in court. During this time, individuals and families face the unknown while their lives are placed in...
The Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program has entered the news again after protecting thousands of people in California and around the country from deportation. A judge in Texas has declared the program to be illegal. It is on hold for new applicants...