New USCIS Adjustment of Status Memo
This article reviews the new Adjustment of Status Memo by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). We look at how this Memo may affect green card applicants in the US. What is the new USCIS Adjustment of Status Memo? On May 21, 2026, the US Citizenship and Immigration Service (USCIS) issued a policy memorandum […]
The BIA Restricts Marriage Fraud Waiver Availability
Matter of Forjoe and Section 237 (a) (1)(H) Waiver Update In a recent decision, in the Matter of Forjoe, the Board of Immigration Appeals (the BIA) restricts the availability of the 237 (h) waiver to fraud or misrepresentation committed at the time of entry. Generally, many applicants use this waiver to resolve past marriage fraud […]
Recent Green Card Interview and 2026 Updates
At a recent green card interview at the US Citizenship and Immigration Service (USCIS) we observed the latest marriage green card interview process and provide an overview and updates below. Background Our foreign-born client who is married to a US citizen wants to have a legal immigration status. They entered the US legally with a […]
Green Card Holders Traveling After a Criminal Conviction
Legal permanent residents or “Green card” holders with a criminal conviction face increased risks after traveling abroad. Sometimes these risks include additional screening, detention or being placed in removal proceedings for deportation. Green Card Holders with Convictions at Increased Risk After Foreign Travel As a green card holder with a conviction, you are at increased […]
What Happens After Your Provisional Waiver (I-601A) Is Approved
After your Form I-601A Provisional Waiver is approved, you are one step closer to obtaining lawful permanent residency. The next part of the process continues at the National Visa Center (NVC), where you complete your immigrant visa application by Consular Processing. Due to this, receiving a Provisional Unlawful Presence Waiver (Form I-601A) approval is an […]
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 […]
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 […]