Getting and retaining the right to legally reside in the United States is no small matter, and when that right is jeopardized, the consequences can be severe. This jeopardy often arises during removal or deportation proceedings, which can be triggered by actions that...
The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) is the body mandated with enforcing immigration laws in the United States. As such, the USCIS takes very takes very seriously the issue of individuals overstaying their visas. There are laid out procedures...
Like many other Pennsylvania immigrants, your ultimate goal may be to become a permanent citizen of America. To achieve your goal, you must successfully complete a citizenship or naturalization test. As you may know, the test is a source of anxiety for many hopeful...
There are several ways that people can come to the United States. One of these is through a family-based immigration visa. There are several things you should know about these visas. In order to apply for one of these visas, the individual has to have a sponsor who...
It’s been a lifelong dream for you to move to the United States. Finally, your plans are starting to come to fruition and you’re about to start the visa process. If you’re of good moral character and can contribute to society, then there is no reason your request...
Qualifying for an employment visa can open up a world of opportunities for you. Not only can you travel to the United States and live here legally for a fixed amount of time, but you can expand your career opportunities. For some people, the only obstacle that is...
Parents can sometimes find themselves separated from their children not just by family issues but also by international borders. Maybe you entered the United States on a visa and eventually became a naturalized citizen. Perhaps you were always a citizen but had a...
Are you planning on applying for a visa? There's no guarantee that immigration officials will approve your visa request just because you apply for one. In fact, there are several reasons why they may deny your request. Understanding more about what can cause your...
Foreign nationals, including U.S. citizens' parents, spouses and children, must often leave the U.S. to attend an immigrant visa interview. It's critical that you apply for a provisional unlawful presence waiver (hereinafter referred to as “waiver”) before doing so,...