SIJS vs. Asylum: Choosing the Best Path for Immigrant Minors
Immigrant minors often face overwhelming challenges when seeking safety and stability in the United States. For many, their journey begins with difficult decisions, often made under the weight of fear and uncertainty. These young individuals may have endured unimaginable hardships, including abuse, neglect, or persecution, before finding their way here. U.S. immigration...
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Common Challenges and How to Overcome Them When Applying for a Marriage-Based Green Card
Beginning the process of applying for a marriage-based green card can feel both thrilling and overwhelming. For many couples, it’s a major milestone, but it also comes with plenty of questions and concerns. The paperwork, interviews, and time involved may seem daunting, and it’s natural to feel uncertain about what lies...
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How the New Form I-131F Supports Family Unity for Certain Noncitizen Spouses and Stepchildren
Keeping your family together during the immigration process is important, especially when loved ones face the risk of separation. Recent changes to the Parole in Place (PIP) program now provide a way for undocumented spouses and stepchildren of U.S. citizens to stay in the country while working toward lawful status. Despite legal...
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What You Need to Know About the New Form I-131F: Application for Parole in Place
Parole in Place (PIP) has been a valuable option for undocumented family members of U.S. military personnel or veterans, offering protection from deportation and eligibility for work permits. In June 2024, President Biden announced a major expansion of the program to cover undocumented spouses and stepchildren of U.S. citizens, even without military...
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USCIS Updates EB-1 Extraordinary Ability Guidelines: What You Need to Know
On October 2, 2024, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) released new guidelines to make the EB-1 Extraordinary Ability visa (E11) process clearer. The changes aim to help applicants understand the kind of evidence they need to prove they have extraordinary ability in their field. This update gives more details on how...
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New 36-Month Green Card Validity for Lawful Permanent Residents
Starting September 10, 2024, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has introduced a significant change for lawful permanent residents. Those filing Form I-90 to renew their Green Card will now receive an automatic 36-month extension of their Green Card’s validity. This marks an increase from the previous 24-month extension, providing applicants more...
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How a Criminal Record Can Impact Your Immigration Status
A criminal record, whether from the U.S. or abroad, can have serious consequences on your immigration status. Certain offenses may prevent you from entering the U.S., lead to visa denial, or result in deportation, even if you hold a valid green card. The Immigration and Nationality Act (INA) categorizes crimes into two...
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Can You Obtain a New York Driver’s License as an Undocumented Immigrant?
Obtaining a driver's license can significantly improve your daily life, giving you freedom and independence. If you're an undocumented immigrant in New York, you might wonder if it's possible to get a driver's license. Thanks to the Green Light Law, undocumented individuals now have the opportunity to apply for a driver's license....
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Impact of the Humanitarian Parole Pause on Migrants and Sponsors
The Biden administration has recently placed a hold on the "humanitarian parole" program, a policy allowing up to 30,000 migrants from Cuba, Haiti, Nicaragua, and Venezuela to legally enter the United States each month. This pause is due to rising concerns about potential fraud among financial sponsors. The Department of Homeland Security...
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Undocumented Immigrants’ Tax Contributions Outshine Top Earners
A recent analysis has shown the significant financial contributions made by undocumented immigrants in the United States. This revelation comes as the Biden administration introduces a new immigration policy designed to support numerous families, potentially amplifying the economic benefits provided by undocumented individuals.
Impressive Fiscal Contributions
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Simplified Path to Citizenship: New USCIS Rules for Children
The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has announced important updates to the rules for children acquiring U.S. citizenship. These changes, which are effective immediately, come in response to public feedback and the Supreme Court ruling in Sessions v. Morales-Santana (2017). The goal is...
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New Protections for Undocumented Spouses of U.S. Citizens
On June 18, 2024, the Biden administration announced a significant policy change that will provide temporary legal status and a potential path to citizenship for undocumented immigrants married to U.S. citizens. Known as “parole in place” (PIP), this policy is part of the Department of Homeland Security’s efforts to support family unity,...
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