Are you an E-2 Employee Visa holder? Have you been fired or laid off by your employer? If you have been fired or laid off while on an E-2 visa you’ll need to act fast. Read on to find out what happens after having your employment terminated while on an E-2 Visa. What is an E-2 Visa? An E-2 visa…
Are you someone beginning an asylum application? If you have an attorney, you’re probably wondering what information to provide them to begin your application, and most importantly, your asylum declaration. What is an asylum declaration? The asylum application consists of multiple parts. A crucial part of the asylum application is the declaration. The declaration should detail your experiences fleeing your…
Did you obtain a green card through marriage? If you’re someone with a conditional green card, you might be wondering what happens after your conditional residence expires. It’s important to file Form I-751, Petition to Remove Conditions within 90 days before the expiration of your conditional residence. But what happens if you fail to do so? Read on to find…
If you partake in polygamy or bigamy, there are major consequences that you risk facing should you proceed with an immigration application, particularly a citizenship application. Read on to learn more about polygamy and bigamy’s effect on immigration. Introduction In the United States, polygamy and bigamy are illegal and a criminal offense in all fifty states of the US. If…
Do you find yourself in an emergency situation in which you require your passport, either your current one or a new one, but you need it delivered to you in another country? Such a scenario is possible, and there are a couple of different routes to getting you your passport in a timely manner. Let us take a look at…
Have you ever been convicted of a crime or arrested in the United States and are considering applying for citizenship? Are you worried if your criminal history prevents you from becoming a U.S. Citizen? If so, read on to learn how your criminal history may impact your eligibility or chances of obtaining U.S. citizenship. Bars to US Citizenship Any criminal…
Are you aware of the serious implications of marriage fraud in the context of U.S. immigration law? If not, read more below to understand how serious the consequences are and the measures in place to prevent this type of fraud. Understanding Marriage Fraud By the U.S. legal definition, marriage fraud is when you get married for the sole purpose of…
Are you currently working on or planning to work in the future on an immigration case with an accredited attorney? Hiring an immigration attorney is an excellent way of ensuring that your application is completed in an efficient, organized and accurate manner. However, it is critical that you maintain an honest, transparent relationship with your attorney. Read on to learn…
Are you the undocumented stepchild under 21 of a U.S Citizen seeking a new way to remain in the country on parole with your family? Is the prospect of leaving the country to apply for permanent residence a stressor on your family? If so, there may be a new, streamlined path to access parole and work permits while remaining here…
Are you the undocumented spouse of a U.S Citizen seeking a new, streamlined path to permanent residence? As of August 19, 2024, the Biden administration has opened up a new Parole in Place (PIP) Program, with the I-131F form, aimed at helping spouses and step-children of U.S. Citizens. This is a major expansion to the Parole in Place program which…