Persons attempting to file immigration petitions for relatives might feel confused when trying to understand various legal statutes. New Jersey residents may review information about the provisional unlawful presence waiver but not fully understand whether they need...
Changing immigration policies in the U.S.
2022 began with the Biden Administration moving forward with changes in immigration policy in New Jersey and the rest of the country. The fast-tracking of immigrants in the science, technology, engineering, and math sectors. Some new immigration policies improve the...
Requirements to sponsor a K1-Visa
New Jersey residents interested in having their fiancé immigrate to the US for marriage may benefit from learning more about the requirements to sponsor a K-1 visa. The K-1 visa, or fiancé visa, allows a U.S. citizen to bring a fiancé residing in another country to...
A priority: Healthcare for immigrants and their familiies
Residents of New Jersey may want to learn more about calls to make healthcare for immigrants and their families a priority. With more immigrants now in the country, their children need healthcare. This is in addition to their own. According to law sources, the year...
USCIS efforts to reduce backlog for migrants working in the U.S.
In the United States, immigrants are at risk of detention and possibly deportation while awaiting their hearing dates. New Jersey residents may want to learn about the U.S. government's efforts to reduce the backlog and improve efficiency in processing family...
New fast-track docket for migrants faces familiar challenges
The average time for U.S. judges to resolve an immigration case is about four years in New Jersey and other states. Judges across the country are fast-tracking immigrant cases to get rid of the immense backlog that numbers 1.4 million. Migrants can stay in the country...
Facts about the citizenship test in New Jersey
Are you thinking about becoming a U.S. citizen? If so, you may need to pass the citizenship test. This can be a daunting task, especially if you've not had enough time to study. To increase your chances of succeeding in the whole process, keep the following...
The impact of immigrants in Jersey City
Are you or a loved one planning to immigrate to the United States? If New Jersey is your destination, you'll need to know a few facts. The demographic of this area is changing due to immigration. How has immigration changed Jersey City? Family immigration to Jersey...
Extended authorization for spouses of specific visa holders
Residents of Jersey City and other areas of New Jersey may want to learn more about the extension of employment authorization documents as of Nov. 12, 2021. U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, or USCIS, gave an automatic extension of authorization for...
