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Once you secure a green card to allow you permanent lawful resident status, you may think the work is over, and you can move on. However, there are certain circumstances that will require you to replace your green card. According to the U.S. Citizenship and...
When you sponsored your spouse for legal permanent residency in the U.S., you likely filed Form I-864, Affidavit of Support, with the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. This affidavit is a legally binding contract between you and the U.S. government that...
The Violence Against Women Act has been around since 1994. Its enactment addressed concerns about violence, especially towards women, although it also helps stepfamilies, children and men. Some of the primary goals of the act are to prevent violent crime, change...
If you are a noncitizen victim of a violent crime, including domestic violence, you do not have to rely on your abusive spouse or partner for citizenship. You have other options, one of which is U-visa status. U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services sets aside...
In your efforts to become a U.S. citizen, you read about green cards and visas and the part they play in the immigration process. Do you know the difference between the two? U.S. Embassy and Consulates in Japan defines the green card and visa. By understanding how...
Anyone considering immigration to the United States has a long road of paperwork and waiting ahead of them. But there are also plenty of resources to lean on when things get confusing. Before applying, people may want to research how their situation applies to the...
Thanks to the asylum laws of the United States, people from other countries suffering persecution due to their political opinions, religion, race, or their membership in a specific social group can seek safety in this country. But sometimes time is of the essence....
When applying for your green card, you must prepare for a potentially difficult journey full of ups and downs. It takes money and time to go through the application process, and it is often a major source of stress for those applying. Thus, it often feels crushing if...
From family-based immigrant visa petitions to asylum, U.S. law offers a variety of ways for individuals to immigrate to the country. If you have a nonimmigrant visa, legal permanent residence or no status at all, you must be careful not to claim to be a citizen of the...
As someone seeking to apply for your green card to the United States, it is important to understand the processes surrounding green card application. The first step you must take is determining whether you fall into an eligible category to begin with. Fortunately,...