Immigration Fraud Control
USCIS- New form against Immigration Fraud Immigration laws have changed considerably lately. The process is different now and has multiple requirements that must be met before residency or entry into the US is granted. For this reason, many immigrants try to enter the US dishonestly or are deceived by fraudulent entities that promise them guidance…
Read MoreL-1A Visa and Legalization Process
L-1A Visa The L-1A Visa allows a US employers to make a request for a foreign worker to come to the country to work locally. This classification also allows a foreign company that does not have offices in the United States to send an executive or manager to the country for possible investment. The L-1A…
Read More19 States Present a Lawsuit against Trump’s Government
19 States sued Trump’s Government for diverting Federal funds One of the main proposals of Trump’s campaign during the elections was the border wall he wanted to build between Mexico and the US, however, this idea has been controversial among society due to the methods used to build it. Trump’s administration was sued by 19…
Read MoreF-1 Students: Option to Change Status to H-1B Visa
F-1 Students and the Option to Stay in the US with H-1B Visa Young people around the world dream to study in the US because of the opportunities this nation can offer. Entering the US with an F-1 student visa is a great start to potentially find work in the country and hopefully, to be…
Read MoreWhat is the Importance of Applying for American Citizenship?
The Value of Citizenship The decision to become a US citizen is the most important one when someone decides to migrate from their homeland. If you decide to apply for US citizenship, you will be demonstrating your commitment to the country and your loyalty to the Constitution. In exchange for this responsibility, you will be…
Read MoreConditional Permanent Residence vs. Legal Permanent Residence
Permanent Residences There are different types of permanent residences in the US, there is the conditional permanent residence and the permanent legal residence. The difference is that one of them grants a 2-year permit and the other one grants 10 years. Besides the length, the two-year conditional permanent residence cannot be renewed, and the ten-year…
Read MoreDeportation, Readmission and Permanent Residence in the US
Deportation and Permanent Residence It is a common misconception to think that if you have been deported from the US, you could never apply for permanent residence again. However, after deportation, when the person has completed 10 years without entering the US (which is the stipulated time when someone is deported), they may be eligible…
Read MoreWhat is happening with the Temporary Protected Status (TPS)?
Is TPS being cancelled? The cancellation of the TPS (Temporary Protected Status), which provides protection against possible immigration deportations, was effective on September 9, 2019, although it was automatically extended until January 2, 2020. Immigrants who have legal residence under the Special Immigration Program of the Temporary Protected Status (TPS) remain uncertain about the consequences…
Read MoreICE Increases Immigration Detention for being Undocumented
Immigrants arrested for being undocumented The number of immigrants detained, with no criminal record, by US immigration authorities has tripled in the last four years according to the last report from “Freedom for Immigrants”. In April 2019, there were 32,000 immigrants detained who had no criminal record, three times more than 9,999 foreigners without a…
Read MoreThe U-Visa: Delay and Waiting Periods
The U-Visa: Details The variety of visas that the US government grants to immigrants, who want to reside legally in the country, is very wide. One of the most requested visas by immigrants is the U-Visa. This residence permit attempts to protect victims, that are not US citizens, of crimes. This visa is also designed…
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