The United States is a nation that was founded by immigrants, but immigrants haven’t exactly been made to feel welcome throughout this country’s history -- especially lately. California is trying to show immigrants that they have value and are appreciated in this...
Immigration
What are TPS visa holders waiting to hear more about in October?
The Temporary Protected Status (TPS) program was created in 1990. Since then, countless immigrants hailing from countries plagued by civil war or destruction due to natural disasters have qualified to receive a humanitarian visa that allows them to come here and work...
Will a DWI lead to deportation?
Everyone makes mistakes. As someone who is in the United States as an immigrant, you’re not immune to making mistakes yourself. Unfortunately, if you do get into trouble with the law, there is a risk that you could face harsh consequences that others wouldn’t need to...
The disturbingly high cost of bail bonds for immigrants
This January, many immigrants and would-be immigrants to this country were hoping for kinder, gentler immigration policies once the new presidential administration took charge of the government. Those sitting in detention after being held by Immigration and Customs...
The U.S offers Temporary Protection Status (TPS) for Venezuelans
The economic and political situation in Venezuela has resulted in food shortages, human rights violations and unemployment. The humanitarian crisis in Venezuela has prompted the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to announce that Venezuela has been added to the...
What are 4 factors that may result in a denial of your K-1 visa request?
Did you find love abroad? If you're tired of communicating via the internet, then you're probably ready to take your relationship with your partner to the next level. Proposing and bringing your partner to the United States to marry you may be the next step in your...
When can you help your children enter the United States?
There are many ways for people to legally enter the United States. They can secure a work visa through their employer or an educational visa if they come for college or graduate school. Others will qualify to enter the country because of a relationship they have with...
You don’t need a Declaration of Self-Sufficiency to adjust your immigration status
Immigrants are subject to a lot of restrictions and requirements if they want to enter or stay in the United States. They have to pass background checks and even medical examinations. As if that weren't hard enough, their finances are also subject to scrutiny. The...
Do you need to be in the United States to request a “green card?”
A visa allows you to enter the country and temporarily live here, while a permanent resident card, i.e., "green card," can extend your stay indefinitely. Many people don't understand how to qualify for a green card. This can obviously lead to mistakes in their...
How can you defend against deportation?
Whichever route you took to get to the U.S., legal or otherwise, it likely took a lot of time, effort, money and hardship. If the authorities threaten you with deportation, you will need to fight hard to ensure your sacrifice was not in vain. The U.S. Immigration and...