Introduction Traveling can be an exciting and enriching experience. However, when you have a pending permanent residence application, it’s important to understand the implications and potential risks involved. The decision to travel while your permanent residence is pending requires careful consideration of various factors. These include the potential impact on…

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 Immigrating to a new country can be an exciting and life-changing experience, but it’s no secret that the immigration process can also be daunting and time-consuming. The paperwork, regulations, and wait times can make the process seem overwhelming, especially for those unfamiliar with the system. As an aspiring immigrant,…

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…

Individuals married to U.S. citizens or permanent residents receive temporary immigration status as conditional residents. This applies to people who have been married for less than two years after being granted legal permanent residence (green card). The status lasts for two years, and the individual can prove the validity of…

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…

But how do you remove conditions on a green card through marriage, and what happens if you don’t? This guide explains.

You want to immigrate to the United States and become a lawful permanent resident. But what if you have a criminal record?

It's possible to get a U.S. green card through marriage - but it may not be as simple as you think. This guide explains marriage green cards.