Coming to the United States is often the first step for immigrants who have a much greater goal in mind -- becoming a citizen. However, wait times for citizenship applications are currently much longer than they used to be. With the process taking up to two years in...
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Have you heard these immigration myths?
Separating fact from fiction is not always easy, especially when virtually anyone can post a quick opinion on the internet. Unfortunately, some of the misinformation concerning immigration may make some people feel hesitant to move forward with their dreams of coming...
Does US immigration law protect against deportation?
Potentially facing deportation can be an incredibly overwhelming experience for anyone confronted by this possibility. However, removal from the United States is not always necessary. Under U.S. immigration law, undocumented individuals living in Louisiana have...
Achieving permanent residency as an undocumented immigrant
Those who were brought to the United States as children often face enormous struggles as they grow up. For many, it is difficult to be undocumented in the only home they have ever known. While many of the young adults in this situation in Louisiana applied for the...
Who is given preference in family immigration?
Bringing family members to the United States is a goal for many citizens, but not everyone understands that there is a preference system to who may use this immigration path. When sponsoring a loved one through family immigration, his or her relationship to the...
Army vet fights for daughter’s citizenship
Louisiana families who hope to grow their family through adoption often turn to international adoptions, which is sometimes a more affordable and quicker process than those available domestically. While most parents are able to easily obtain citizenship for their...
Which US immigration law visa should I use for travel?
Traveling to Louisiana for vacation is a popular choice for many international visitors, but obtaining the right visas to do so can be somewhat confusing. While individuals who plan to stay in the United States for extended period of time must obtain immigration...
Business schools are hurting under U.S. immigration law
American institutions of higher learning draw students from not just within the United States, but from all across the globe. U.S. business schools in particular have a global reputation for excellence, but they say they are losing out on some of the best...
Will esports suffer because of US immigration law?
Esports are increasingly popular across not just the United States, but the entire world. Louisiana gamers are probably already familiar with the industry, which pits professional video game players against one another in large tournaments. Since esports is a global...
How does US immigration law handle student visas?
Buying books, purchasing supplies and finding the perfect decorations for a dorm room are all part of the college experience, but international students have a bit more on their plate. Students from other countries who wish to study at a Louisiana university or...
