Introduction The F2A family preference visa enables spouses and unmarried children under 21 of lawful permanent residents (green card holders) to come to the United States. This visa category is crucial for keeping families together and helping spouses and children settle in the U.S. This article will cover several topics.…

If you are not a US citizen and you want to work in the US, you need to get a special document called an Employment Authorization Document (EAD) or a work permit. The EAD is issued by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) and it allows you to…

Introduction Immigration and arrest are two important topics that are closely related. Immigration involves the movement of people from one country to another, while the arrest takes someone into police custody for a crime. Understanding how these two topics intersect is essential because an arrest can significantly affect your immigration…

Introduction The immigration process can become more complicated when divorce is involved. If you or your spouse is seeking a visa or green card, a divorce can seriously affect your immigration status. It’s important to understand how divorce can impact the immigration process. These range from potentially denying your application…

On September 9, 2022, the United States DHS published a final rule on ‘public charge,’ which took effect on December 23, 2022. This rule clarifies how DHS will determine inadmissibility on the grounds of being a public charge.  The rule restores the historical understanding of this ground of inadmissibility, which…

U visa and T visa are visas granted to victims of crimes involving trafficking, they may seem similar but there important differences to note if you want to apply. Learn more about...

If you’re like many people, you’d like to get lawful permanent residency in the United States. Lawful permanent residency enables you to live and work anywhere you wish in the U.S. or its territories. When you’re a lawful permanent resident (LPR), you get a green card; that card is proof…

This guide explains the 11 essential documents needed to apply for a green card through marriage, as well as some of the other types of proof you may need to provide USCIS.

This guide contains a green card checklist you can use to make sure you have all the supporting documentation USCIS needs to review and approve your petition.

This guide explains the ten most common reasons for green card denial in the U.S.