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 or Adjustment of Status 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 […]
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 […]
Speed Up Your EAD Work Permit Process by Avoiding These 6 mistakes
Avoid these 6 common mistakes and speed up your Employment Authorization Document (EAD) or work permit process with the US Citizenship and Immigration Service (USCIS). Here are the top mistakes to avoid for faster EAD approval: Common EAD Application Mistakes To Avoid If You Avoided the mistakes Listed Above – Next Steps for Your EAD […]
A Guide to Deferred Enforced Departure (DED)
Updated August 2026 In this guide we discuss what you need to know about Deferred Enforced Departure, a temporary protected status that prevents removal or deportation from the US. Read on to learn more about its benefits and how it can help you with your immigration plans. 1. What is Deferred Enforced Departure? Deferred Enforced […]
Employment Authorization for Liberians with Deferred Enforced Departure DED
The US Citizenship and Immigration Service (USCIS) is automatically extending through June 30, 2026, existing DED-related Employment Authorization Documents (EADs) for Liberian nationals residing in the US. This extension is because of President Joe Biden’s DED memorandum on EADs for Liberians on June 28, 2024. Deferral of Removal of Liberians In addition, the Department of […]
How To File Your USCIS Change of Address
The US Citizenship and Immigration Service (USCIS) has revised the ways a non-citizen can file a change of address with them. A properly filed change of address ensures that your immigration case continues without interruption and delay and also complies with a USCIS regulation. Avoid this common mistake for your change of address Avoid the […]
How to respond to a USCIS Notice of Intent to Deny (NOID)
A Notice of Intent to Deny (NOID) is a letter from the US Citizenship and Immigration Service (USCIS) telling you that they plan to deny your immigration application. Applicants may receive this notice for citizenship, waivers, and Adjustment of Status applications for permanent residency/green cards. Sometimes, the USCIS will send you a Notice of Intent to […]
How to Speed Up Your DACA Renewal Process
Here are helpful tips to speed up your DACA (Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals) renewal application, and any accompanying work permit application with the US Citizenship and Immigration Service (USCIS). Renew Your DACA as Early as USCIS permits The first step in speeding up your DACA renewal is to file as early as the USCIS […]
USCIS Naturalization Updates May Increase Citizenship Denials
This article reviews the latest naturalization updates by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). We look at how these updates may cause an increase in citizenship denials. What is Naturalization? Naturalization is the process for an immigrant to become a U.S. citizen. Through the N-400 form, the USCIS requires applicants to provide detailed personal […]