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United States Citizenship and Immigration allows some applicants to request fee waivers or fee reductions when filing certain forms or applying for certain immigration benefits. Because USCIS is funded by application and petition fees, if applicants can’t afford to pay the filing fees and can clearly show it, officials will consider approving a fee reduction or waiving a fee entirely. But how do you know if you qualify, and is it worth it? After all,…
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Davis & Associates—a leading immigration law firm based in Texas—is proud to announce that their founder and owner, Garry Davis, and immigration lawyer, Beatriz Godoy, will be featured guests on the new podcast “Immigration Nation Podcast.” The podcast provides listeners with the latest news and updates about U.S. immigration law, as well as insights from experienced professionals in the industry. “Immigration Nation Podcast” focuses on helping families and businesses navigate the complex U.S. immigration system…
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Government bodies, as well as law enforcement agencies in many states, are considering a different approach to addressing immigration matters. Individuals who may be affected by changing attitudes should always remain informed and seek legal advice from a certified immigration lawyer. Temporary Protected Status (TPS) was developed to protect individuals in the United States whose return to their home country may be considered dangerous. As the name suggests, this category was intended to be for a…
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Political asylum is an application filed with U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), an agency in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS), that allows an applicant to seek protection from persecution in their country of nationality. An applicant must prove the following: That the application has been filed within one year of entry into the United States (there are some exceptions to this rule, but generally this is required). That the applicant fears being…
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Garry Davis, a prominent Board Certified, Dallas immigration lawyer and founding partner of Davis & Associates, was among the notable speakers at the American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA) Texas Spring Conference held on Friday, March 31st in Austin, Texas. The AILA is a national bar association that comprises attorneys and law professors who practice and teach immigration law. AILA provides continuing legal education, professional services, information, and expertise to over 16,000 members across the country…
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Social media has become more than a recreational outlet, it’s an online representation of who you are. What you say and post on digital platforms can last indefinitely. Many employers check the social media presence of potential hires to see how they conduct themselves online, since negative behavior could reflect poorly on their company and create bad press. You may wonder: Does United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) monitor the social media accounts of…
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As an immigrant living in the United States, having health insurance is more important than ever. Keeping yourself and your family healthy should be a priority — but is it mandatory? If you’re an immigrant looking for answers about health insurance requirements, this post can provide some much-needed relief! Who Must Get Health Insurance? In October 2019, the Presidential Proclamation 9945, issued by the Trump administration, prevented immigrants who would “financially burden the U.S. healthcare…
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It is difficult to ascertain exactly how many undocumented immigrants reside in the United States. Estimates can vary according to the methodologies used, as well as the politics of the groups in charge of the counting. The real number is likely to lie somewhere between 10.5 million and 12 million, which constitutes around 3.2 to 3.6% of the nation’s population. Undocumented immigrants are those who have either entered the country without going through the appropriate…
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For the majority of immigrants, moving to a new country is a life-changing decision. Most will migrate to seek a better quality of life or improve your employment prospects. Others may be fleeing persecution or conflict in their native country. But whatever your reasons, it’s important to be aware of the risks. There are many scammers and frauds out there who will not hesitate to take advantage of your situation, given the opportunity. There are…
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There are several ways for a non-US citizen to become a permanent resident. One of these is to obtain a green card. When applying for a green card, the appropriate process will depend on where you currently live. If you are living outside of the US, you will likely need to apply through consular processing. However, if you are residing in America on a work or student visa, you may need to file an adjustment…
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