Written by attorney Carl Shusterman, almost 5 years ago. STAFF PICK
If you are a foreign citizen who wants to immigrate to and live in the U.S., you must first get an immigration visa. Specific immigration laws and procedures must be followed during the immigration... more
Written by attorney Arek Nizamian, almost 3 years ago. STAFF PICK
What is Labor Certification? "Labor certification" is the most widely used employment-based opportunity for obtaining a green card. Labor certification requires a U.S. employer to prove that there... more
Written by attorney Sophie Alcorn, over 3 years ago. STAFF PICK
Buy a hotel lock for your front door. If you have a hotel lock, if ICE knocks on your door, you can ask to see the warrant, without letting them in.
Written by attorney Leslie Dahan, almost 4 years ago. STAFF PICK
What is Optional Practical Training?. Optional Practical Training ("OPT") is a benefit granted to foreign students in the US who hold F-1 student visa status (the most common visa status for... more
Written by attorney Carl Shusterman, almost 4 years ago. STAFF PICK
Asylum Asylum is freedom from prosecution or deportation after fleeing a country for the United States. It is typically reserved for those fearing persecution on account of their race, religion,... more
Written by attorney Dhenu Savla, about 1 month ago. STAFF PICK
There are a number of misconceptions around taxes. Most people do not realize that they have any importance for immigration purposes. They might be in for a surprise when it comes to an RFE or a... more
Written by attorney Cynthia Irvine, almost 4 years ago. STAFF PICK
How does the Freedom of Information Act help me get my file?. As a federal agency, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS - formerly INS), is subject to the disclosure requirements of the... more
Written by attorney Elaine Martin, over 4 years ago. STAFF PICK
Overview. We encourage everyone with travel plans, including US citizens, to check the Department of Homeland Security website for information on travel, including airport security and documentary... more
Written by attorney Carl Shusterman, almost 3 years ago. STAFF PICK
The US State Department conducts an annual Diversity Visa Lottery--also called a green card lottery--which awards eligible people the chance to receive one of 50,000 immigrant visas distributed... more
Written by attorney Peter Loughlin, about 3 years ago. STAFF PICK
U.S. Student Visa ProcessMany international students give up their dreams of obtaining a U.S. student visa and studying at an American university simply because they dont understand the application... more
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