For anyone here in the U.S., being accused of committing a crime can be a terrifying thing. It can be especially scary though for non-citizens. This is because, in addition to the normal concerns criminal accusations can raise, immigration concerns can come up when a...
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Can a U.S. citizen petition for a green card for a sibling?
Under U.S. immigration law, there are certain relatives that U.S. citizens are allowed to petition for permanent resident status for. Brothers and sisters are included among the family members citizens can sponsor for a green card. As a note, a citizen has to be...
Green card form mistakes to avoid
The process of trying to get a U.S. green card generally involves filling out a fair amount of forms. While completing such forms can sometimes feel like a tedious task, it is important to not underestimate how important it is to fill out such forms properly. Missteps...
Can you self-petition for an employment-based green card?
When a person desires a U.S. green card, their options for seeking one vary based on their situation. Some individuals are able to self-petition for a green card. Others can only seek a green card through being sponsored by someone else. One way green cards can be...
Deadlines for administrative appeals
Individuals who have received an unfavorable decision in their U.S. immigration case, such as an application denial, have, in most instances, the right to bring an administrative appeal. However, this right does not last forever. Rather, there are strict deadlines for...
R-1 work visa holders and family immigration issues
Employment immigration matters sometimes intersect with family immigration matters. This is understandable considering that an immigrant may desire that his or her family may be able to join in the United States. Take the R-1 work visa for example. This is a visa for...
What are the most common birth countries of U.S. green card holders?
Individuals seeking U.S. green cards vary greatly in their circumstances. There are a wide range of different reasons why a person may desire to be a permanent resident of America. Individuals can also differ in what processes are available to them to seek out a green...
How long is a green card valid?
Receiving a green card doesn't mean a person is completely done with immigration law issues regarding U.S. permanent residency. For one, criminal issues or long absences from the country can threaten one's green card status. Another reason is that a green card doesn't...
Green cards and children of U.S. citizens
Living in a different country than one's child, whatever their age, can be very hard for a parent. Thus, one thing a parent who is a U.S. citizen who has a child who is not a U.S. citizen may strongly desire is to get a green card for their child so their child can...
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