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...
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...
If you’re a parent who is thinking about immigrating to the U.S., you may be doing it largely for your own benefit. Maybe you want to start a business and you believe it could thrive in America. Perhaps you’re looking to expand a business you already own. For many,...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
There is a close relationship between refugees and asylees. Both are generally trying to flee some type of negative situation at home and seeking safety in the U.S. The key difference is that refugees are typically in camps outside of the U.S., while asylees may be at...