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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 […]

New USCIS Discretionary Policy that Can Affect Your Immigration Case

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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

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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

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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

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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 […]

A Guide to Deferred Enforced Departure (DED)

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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 Departure (DED) is […]

New Updates on Parole in Place for Spouses and Stepchildren of US citizens

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Here are new updates on the Keeping Families Together Parole In Place (PIP) program for undocumented spouses and stepchildren of US citizens. The US Citizenship and Immigration Service (USCIS) now accepts applications for Parole in Place. Read below for important filing and application information. Parole in Place (PIP) Benefits: A Parole in Place approval will […]

Marriage Fraud Waivers and How They Can Help

Marriage fraud waivers help people who have problems with their green card or immigrant visa applications because of suspicions or allegations of marriage fraud. Other people may need a marriage fraud waiver if they omitted certain information from their immigration application.  What is a Marriage Fraud Waiver? A marriage fraud waiver is a waiver application […]

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