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US Immigration and Customs Enforcement

BEWARE OF ICE IMPOSTERS

PEOPLE REPRESENTING THEMSELVES AS U.S. IMMIGRATION AND CUSTOMS ENFORCEMENT (ICE) PERSONNEL FOR FRAUDULENT GAIN .

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Processing Delays

Case Processing Delays

Why Hasn’t Your Case Been Decided Yet? Nationwide, you and millions of families, businesses, and individuals applying for immigration benefits are waiting longer for U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) to process and approve applications and petitions.

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Admissions to US Deadlines

Admission To the US and your I-94

When you enter the United States, you are inspected by a Customs and Border Protection (CBP) agent. After approving your admission to the United States, the border inspector does two things:

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EAD

Decoupling of Combination Cards for EADs and Advance Parole

Are You a Green Card Applicant with a Pending I-485 Adjustment of Status Application?If so, you may be expecting to receive an employment authorization document (EAD) and advance parole (AP) combo card. However, USCIS recently began issuing the two documents...

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COVID Vaccines and Green Cards

COVID Vaccines and Green Cards

Individuals submitting Form I-693, Report of Medical Examination and Vaccination Record, on or after October 1, 2021, must provide proof of vaccination against COVID-19.

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HOW A BILL BECOMES A LAW

How a Bill Becomes a Law

It may be exciting to hear about Congress introducing immigration bills, particularly if it may benefit you, your family members, or friends, however, it’s important to have realistic expectations about the legislative process.

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International Entrepreneur Rule

International Entrepreneur Rule July 2021

In 2021, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) relaunched the International Entrepreneur Rule (IER), allowing it to exercise its discretion to grant temporary entry to foreign nationals who will provide a “significant public benefit” to the United States based on...

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Interview Waivers

Interview Waivers June 2021

Individuals who are required to obtain a visa to enter the United States must apply at a U.S. consulate abroad. A critical part of the application process involves an in-person interview at the consulate to verify information in the application...

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Investment Visas and Risk

Investment Visas and Risk

Recently, there have been some advertisements or promises a “no-risk” E-2 or EB-5 investment, but they are misleading.

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Social Security Card

Social Security Number Applications

U.S. Citizenship Immigration Services (USCIS) recently announced that applicants for lawful permanent resident, or green card status are now able to apply for a Social Security number (SSN) or replacement card when filing a Form I-485, Application to Register Permanent...

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Biometrics

Rescheduling Biometrics 2022

Depending on the type of application you file with USCIS, you may be required to appear at a USCIS office for a biometrics appointment. For example, biometrics may be required if you file an I-485 (adjustment of status or green...

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Protecting Your Green Card

Protecting Your Green Card and How Not to Jeopardize It

For many, the process of obtaining lawful permanent resident (“green card”) status can be a complex and challenging effort. Having a green card can provide certainty and peace of mind that you can live and work permanently in the United...

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H-1B Unselected Lottery Applicants

Options for Unselected H-1B Lottery Applicants

The H-1B nonimmigrant visa category allows employers to sponsor foreign nationals to perform temporary services in a “specialty occupation.” This typically requires an offer of employment in a job requiring at least a U.S. bachelor’s degree, or its equivalent, in...

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notario

Notario flyer 2021

Beware the Promises of Notarios! STOP! Despite the excitement about new White House immigration announcements, it is more important than ever to seek advice from a qualified immigration attorney or an accredited representative about your specific situation.

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Naturalization or US Citizenship

Naturalization or US Citizenship

Naturalization is the process by which a lawful permanent resident applies for and is granted U.S. citizenship. U.S. citizenship is a legal status that offers many benefits and responsibilities, including the ability to vote in U.S. federal elections, serve on...

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GreenCardHolder Travelling

Traveling During a Pandemic as a Green Card Holder

During the COVID-19 pandemic, travel restrictions can change quickly for both lawful permanent residents and others seeking to enter or return to the United States. If at all possible, traveling outside the United States should be avoided except in the...

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