Posted on June 26, 2023 in Immigration

For many immigrants, the process of obtaining a legal status in the U.S. can be a complex and challenging journey. Unlawful presence is one obstacle that immigrants may face, and if a person has been living in the United States without the proper documentation, they may be concerned that this could make them ineligible for a visa or Green Card or that they could potentially face deportation. However, some immigrants may apply for provisional waivers and take steps to achieve a legal status.

Specifically, I-601A Provisional Unlawful Presence Waivers may allow people who are currently living in the U.S. to address issues related to inadmissibility. A person who applies for and receives this type of waiver may proceed with the process of obtaining an immigrant visa and becoming a lawful permanent resident. By understanding when I-601A waivers may be available and the information that must be provided when applying for these waivers, immigrants can work to complete the immigration process successfully.

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 Posted on May 03, 2023 in Fiancé Visa

Are you a U.S. citizen who is planning to get married to someone from another country? Is your fiancé currently living outside of the United States? In these situations, you can sponsor your fiancé for immigration, and they can receive a fiancé visa that will allow them to join you in the U.S. so that you can get married. After your marriage becomes official, you can then apply for a Green Card that will allow your new spouse to continue living in the United States on a permanent basis.

While the process of applying for this type of visa while also going through the necessary steps for your fiancé to relocate to the United States and get legally married can seem daunting, it is a small price to pay for the opportunity to build a new life together with your partner. By understanding the requirements that you will need to meet and the procedures you will need to follow to obtain a fiancé visa, you can make sure you will be able to complete this process successfully.

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 Posted on April 20, 2023 in Immigration

Immigrating to the United States can be a long and complex journey, and the process of obtaining the legal status of lawful permanent resident can be daunting for many immigrants. One option that may be available to those who are currently living in the U.S. is to apply for an adjustment of status. That is, a person who has the status of a temporary visitor may seek to have their status changed to a lawful permanent resident. If an adjustment of status is approved, a person will receive a Green Card, and they will be authorized to continue living in the United States on a permanent basis.

Eligibility for Adjustment of Status

To be eligible for adjustment of status, an immigrant must have entered the United States legally. This means they must have been inspected by immigration officials and admitted into the country with a visa or an equivalent document. Immigrants who entered the country illegally are generally not eligible for adjustment of status, although some people may qualify for special protections, such as refugees or those who claim asylum. An immigrant must also have maintained lawful status while in the United States, meaning they must not have committed any actions that caused them to be inadmissible, and they must not have remained in the U.S. beyond their authorized period of stay.

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 Posted on March 27, 2023 in Immigration

People who originally came to the United States as children, who are often referred to as Dreamers, face some unique immigration issues. In many cases, these children have lived in the U.S. for most of their lives, and they may not speak languages other than English or be familiar with the culture and history of their home countries. Because these immigrants were not in control of how they entered the United States, many people believe that it would be unfair and ethical to perform deportations, forcing them to leave the only homes they have known and placing them in an uncertain or dangerous situation in another country. However, at the same time, they may not qualify for Green Cards that would allow them to maintain a legal status in the United States.

The Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program was created to address this issue. This program was put in place by the administration of President Barack Obama in 2012, and it was meant to be a temporary solution until new laws could be passed that would provide Dreamers with a pathway to legal residence in the United States and eventually U.S. citizenship.

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