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When immigrants first arrive in the United States, they face many potential barriers. This can feel overwhelming, but there are steps they can take to make the transition go more smoothly. One of the most important steps immigrants can take is to focus on improving...
The world is progressively becoming a global village, and immigration is one of the key pathways to fostering cross-border collaboration and opportunities. One way to legally reside and work in the United States is through an H-1B visa. The H-1B visa is designed for...
If you want to start life in the U.S. with your foreign partner, you might consider a K-1 visa, also known as a fiance visa. While it can be an excellent way for them to join you in the country, it’s not uncommon for applications to get denied. Understanding how this...
Becoming a United States citizen is often a complex process. People have to remain in the country for long enough to qualify for naturalization. They need to pass a background check and attend a naturalization interview to prove they qualify for citizenship. During...
Green cards can be tough to get. If you have managed to get one you need to ensure you don’t make any mistakes that could jeopardize your retention of it. Here are a few to watch out for: Forgetting to renew it in time Some green cards need renewing. As with all...
Millions of people are part of “mixed-status” families in the U.S. This includes couples where one spouse is a U.S. citizen and the other is undocumented (also referred to as “unauthorized”). Many of these couples have been married for years, and the U.S. citizen...
As a U.S. citizen or permanent legal resident, you can sponsor your family members for immigration into the country through family-based visas. However, the world of immigration visas is quite unpredictable. Nothing is guaranteed despite careful preparation. Your...
Coming into the United States as an immigrant requires an applicant to meet certain requirements. One of these is that they can’t have been convicted of any crimes involving moral turpitude. Understanding this concept is critical for anyone who wants to come into the...
Recently, your spouse told you that they would like to get a divorce. This may not be what you want, but you know that you can’t prevent a divorce from happening. If your spouse wants to end the marriage, they have the right to do so. However, you are concerned about...
If you’re an immigrant to this country, an unexpected visit by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents can be frightening – even if all of your documentation is current and valid. Part of that fear can be caused by not fully knowing what rights you have...