Recent Immigration Success Stories
A Client Success Story: Overcoming Risks with an I-601A Provisional Waiver Our client has lived in the United States without lawful immigration status for over 25 years and built a life here with his wife and child. However, in order to get a green card or permanent residency, he needed to travel abroad for Consular […]
USCIS Discretionary Policy Update May Affect Your Immigration Case
The new discretionary policy update of the US Citizenship and Immigration Service (USCIS) will guide immigration officers on discretionary factors to use when evaluating immigration applications. With this policy update, Policy Alert PA‑2025‑16, USCIS officers can deny applications based on perceived anti-American ideology, certain immigration violations and even social media activity. USCIS Officers To Consider […]
How To Speed Up EAD or Work Permit Renewals
Here is a guide to speed up your employment authorization document (EAD) or work permit renewal with the US Citizenship and Immigration Service (USCIS). 1. You Can Ask USCIS for Expedited Processing One way to speed up your EAD or work permit processing is to ask the USCIS for Expedited Processing. The first step is […]
ICE Arrests – How to Prepare, What to Know
Here are useful tips to prepare and protect you and your family in case of ICE arrests at the immigration court, at ICE check-ins, or in general. Recent Trends by ICE A recent trend is that Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) immigration agents have been arresting and detaining people leaving their immigration court hearings. Read […]
REAL ID and Travel: How Immigrants Fly Without It
Many non-citizens, undocumented immigrants and visa overstays, worry about whether they can fly within the US or enter certain federal facilities without a REAL ID driver’s license or Identification card (ID). In this article, we’ll explain what REAL ID means for you, and which documents are still acceptable for domestic air travel. 1. What is […]
5 Reasons You Should Apply For Citizenship Now
In this article we look at 5 reasons why you should apply for US citizenship now instead of remaining a permanent resident. Generally, a qualified permanent resident may apply to become a US citizen through naturalization. Smart Reasons to Become a US citizen and Give Up Your Green Card. Many clients tell us that the peace […]
Is It Safe to Travel with a Green Card? 7 Best Tips
This guide provides best tips for green card holders or permanent residents returning to the US after traveling abroad. These tips can help for a smooth US entry and avoid common pitfalls that could jeopardize your permanent resident status. Check the Duration of your Trip Trips of 180 days or more may cause you to […]
New Registration Requirement for Non-citizens
The new Registration Requirement by the US Citizenship and Immigration Service (USCIS) requires that immigrants and non-U.S. citizens living in the US must register with the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). What Does Registration Mean? Registration here means that non-U.S. citizens living in America should provide their personal information and address on a USCIS online […]
Next Steps After a Visa Denial Due to Past Marriage
In this article we look at possible next steps after a form I-130 family visa petition is denied because of past marriage, marriage fraud allegations or suspicions of a fake marriage for immigration benefits. Many immigrants are surprised when their form I-130 family visa petition, or a form I-485 Adjustment of Status petition, is denied […]
What To Do If You Are Stopped By ICE
Here are some useful tips for you if you are stopped by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), or if ICE immigration agents knock on the door of your home. These tips are based on certain US constitutional rights, and it is important to know your rights. Many non-citizens worry about immigration raids. Read to the […]