Immigration and the process of seeking asylum in Louisiana are complex processes, and certain regulations in place make it even more difficult for one to meet individual immigration goals. Title 42 is an example of these regulations, a policy that allowed border...

US Permanent Residency
New changes mean one less requirement for green cards
Receiving permission to enter the United States or live in the country permanently is the dream of many immigrants in Louisiana. Unfortunately, securing green cards is a remarkably complex process, and recent backlogs has slowed immigration processes on all levels....
New hope for those seeking green cards
Foreign citizens hoping to live and work in Louisiana may face various challenges as they apply and wait for a green card. Securing permanent residence is a complex process, but it is possible certain proposed changes could make it simpler and easier for specific...
Different ways a foreign citizen may secure a green card
Living and working in the United States is the dream of many who live in or were born in other countries. It can be difficult to navigate the immigration process in the United States, and it is often frustrating to get a green card or to accomplish a specific...
Do you qualify for a permanent resident card?
For many who come to the United States for temporary reasons, such as education or travel, the desire to remain here and make the U.S. their home is strong. Even those who have not visited the U.S. may hear from family and friends about the many benefits of life in...
Your resident status is not safe after a conviction
You likely worked long and hard to receive your permanent resident status in the United States. Each year, the government offers a limited number of green cards, and you may have been placed on a waiting list before receiving yours, adding even more time to your long...
Eligibility for US permanent residency
While the extraordinary events in Louisiana and across the world may have delayed the hopes of many hoping to immigrate to the U.S., there is good reason to be optimistic about the future. Some who desire U.S. permanent residency may have to wait a little longer....
A pause on US permanent residency
Some foreign nationals who have been waiting for green cards in their home countries will now have to wait a little bit longer. This is frustrating, as securing U.S. permanent residency is already a long process. It can also be frustrating for citizens living in...
What can I do while waiting for my green card?
Permanent residents of the United States enjoy a number of benefits, including being able to work and travel within reason. However, some people who have already achieved permanent residence but have not yet received their green cards might not be sure what some of...
Tighter US immigration law restrictions target the middle class
Almost everybody needs a little help now and then. One of the newest U.S. immigration law rules will make it a lot harder for some immigrants in Louisiana to reach out and ask for that help. This is because if immigration officials think that a person might need...