Adjustment of status is the process of applying to become a lawful permanent United States resident, also known as applying for a green card from within the United States Read More
Applying for Naturalization
Naturalization is the legal process through which a citizen of a foreign country becomes a U.S citizen. For those desiring to become a naturalized citizen, here’s an overview of the application process. Read More
The U.S. Citizenship Test: Three Tips to Prepare
Before becoming a naturalized U.S. citizen, you’ll have to pass an exam on English and U.S. history/civics. USCIS provides Study Guides on its website. Here are three tips to prepare. Read More
Green Card Renewal Tips
Green card renewal time? Here are some tips to help the process go smoothly. Read More
What is Temporary Protected Status (TPS)?
What is Temporary Protected Status? Temporary Protected Status (TPS) is a provisional immigration status granted to nationals of certain countries experiencing problems that make it difficult or unsafe for the national to return. The Secretary of Homeland Security may designate a country for TPS because of temporary conditions such as national armed conflict or civil war, an environmental disaster (such as an Read More
Trump Administration Proposes Changes to International Student Visas
The Trump Administration has proposed changes to the international student visas. A summary of the proposal has been prepared by Penn State Law and is available here: https://pennstatelaw.psu.edu/sites/default/files/documents/pdfs/Immigrants/FJISummary9-27.pdf At this point, these rules have not been approved. People in the US on student visas continue to be governed by current rules. Read More
Divorce and Green Cards
Divorce is never easy. But if you’re a foreign national in the US, divorce can affect your US immigration status. Below, I will discuss whether or not a divorce could affect your permanent resident status. If you are in the US as the spouse of a visa holder, the divorce may render your status invalid as of the date of the divorce. Read More
What Should I Do if USCIS Denies My Visa?
The short answer is…you should talk to an attorney if your application has been denied. You should talk to the attorney about whether you can appeal the denial and/or resubmit the application. Read More
Green Card Photo Requirements
When you’re ready to take your photo for your green card, it’s not the time to get artistic. U.S. Customs and Immigration Services (USCIS) and the Department of State (the agency that runs US embassies and consulates) require that all visa and green card applicants follow specific requirements for their photos. The requirements are found here. The U.S. State Department website provides examples of acceptable visa Read More
Going from a TN Visa to a Green Card
If you are a Canadian or Mexican citizen and you want to work in the U.S. temporarily, there are several visa programs available, one of which is the TN visa. The North American Free Trade Agreement, or NAFTA, created the TN visa to make temporary employment in the U.S. easier for approved Canadian and Mexican citizens. The purpose of the TN visa was to strengthen business and trade relationships between these Read More
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