At times, the immigration process might feel prolonged for those who are ready to make Louisiana their new home. A recent decision concerning U.S. immigration law could make the wait times for some people even longer. In the near future, the locations of dozens of U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services in foreign countries could close.
US immigration law: International immigration offices could close
US Immigration law: appealing asylum denial could get easier
Seeking asylum in the United States may be the only option for those who fear returning to their home country. Unfortunately, U.S. immigration law does not always make it easy for asylum-seekers to demonstrate credible fears. A recent ruling by a federal court could make it easier for those who hope to make Louisiana their home but were initially denied asylum to seek an appeal.
US immigration law: How a hardship waiver can help you stay
Undocumented immigrants in Louisiana often worry that they will never have a path toward remaining in the United States legally. However, if faced with deportation, these individuals have a couple of options they can take advantage of. Depending on the situation, they could either leave the country or apply for a hardship waiver. Getting a hardship waiver means that individuals must meet certain requirements under U.S. immigration law.
