Adults seeking to continue their education or develop their careers may qualify for visas. Those who have lived in the country lawfully for long enough might be eligible for a green card that identifies them as a permanent resident. Long-term residents can also...
What status do step-children have for immigration matters?
Many families are understandably surprised to learn that U.S. immigration law has specific rules governing when a stepparent-stepchild relationship is and is not legally recognized. Understanding these rules can help families make informed decisions when pursuing...
Can job loss lead to deportation on an H-1B visa?
To get an H-1B visa, you typically need to have a job offer from an American employer who will sponsor you. We recently discussed how you may talk to multiple employers and have numerous different options. Eventually, you will settle on an offer that you want to...
Can a divorce affect your pending green card application?
Going through a divorce is stressful enough on its own. When you also have a pending green card application tied to your marriage, both your personal life and your immigration future may feel uncertain. How your immigration status shapes your options Your current...
5 reasons why USCIS might doubt your marriage
Following your union, applying for a U.S. marriage visa is essential. However, with the prevalence of sham marriages, the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has become stricter. They want to see evidence that supports your bona fide marriage and ensure...
How long does family-based green card application handling take?
Once you’ve secured legal status in the United States, you might be interested in sponsoring your family members for a green card that allows them to join you. The process can be complicated and nuanced, making it difficult to navigate, so it’s important to research...
A marriage-based visa can hinge on the marriage being “real”
With immigration such a contentious issue and people fearful as to their status being called into question, those in New Jersey who want to bring a foreign spouse to the United States should know how to prove their marriage is “real.” That means it is not so a foreign...
How you can avoid being accused of immigration fraud
Far too many immigration petitions are denied. While that can be concerning, it shouldn’t dissuade you from pursing the immigration relief that you need and want. Instead, you should be comprehensive in your approach, paying attention to every little detail necessary...
How can you stop deportation proceedings?
Does the thought of deportation keep you up at night? If so, then it’s important that you know not only what’s at stake in your immigration case, but also what you can do to seek protections that effectively block removal proceedings. We want to look at some of those...
How do I avoid common immigration scams and fraud?
Being apart from a loved one abroad is difficult, and the hope of reuniting with your family in the United States shapes many choices. You research the options, complete forms and wait anxiously. In this emotional process, be aware of people who exploit that hope by...
