Deferred Action for Minors - Eligibility and Document Requirements, as of August, 2012
Aug 08, 2012
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Came to US before 16th
birthday, either uninspected or inspected
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Birth
Certificate
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Passport
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Visa/I-94
(must show expiration as of June 15, 2012)
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School
Records
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Financial
Records
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M...
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When the Petitioner's Criminal History Matters: the Adam Walsh Act
Jul 19, 2011
What: The Immigration Law Reforms to Prevent Sex Offenders from Abusing Children (Title IV of the Adam Walsh Child Protection and Safety Act of 2006)
Who: Prohibits U.S. citizens and permanent resident...
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Little Things That Can Mean a Lot -- Five "Small" Errors to Avoid in Marriage Adjustment Cases
Jul 11, 2011
If you have decided to step out on your own in applying for your marriage-based green card, make sure these errors do not hinder your progress....
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When the Service Suspects Marriage Fraud, Responding to a Notice of Intent to Deny
Aug 11, 2010
Remember the standard A marriage is fraudulent or a "sham" marriage, if the parties did not intend to establish a life together at the time they were married. The intent of the parties at the time t...
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Pro Bono and Immigration: How Private Attorneys Fit In
Aug 11, 2010
Pro bono, or the provision of legal services for free, has a long tradition in the context of immigration law. Pro bono work has generally been concentrated in areas of immigration law where important ...
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You Priority Date is Current, You are Overseas: What to Expect Next
Aug 09, 2010
Who controls the process? The process is largely controlled by the U.S. Department of State and performed by a processing center in New Hampshire - the National Visa Center and worldwide U.S. consula...
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The Immigration Affidavit of Support: Answers to Frequently Asked Questions
Aug 09, 2010
If I need to use a joint sponsor, must the person be a relative? No, the joint sponsor does not need to be related to either the petitioner or applicant. The only requirements are that the joint spon...
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The Immigration Affidavit of Support in Challenging Economic Times
Jun 21, 2010
Count all of your "income" A frequent question in the current environment is whether unemployment income can be counted. The answer is "yes." Only means-tested benefits such as Medicaid, SSI, and f...
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Tips for a Successful VAWA (Violence Against Women Act) Declaration
Jun 18, 2010
Create a Structure Create an outline before you write with all the important points you want to make and to create a structure following a time line throughout your life. Try to include time referenc...
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