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U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, or USCIS, has recently implemented changes relating to the public charge rule that impact immigration cases (particularly anyone seeking admission) in the United States. This guide explains the new public charge rule, as well as how it may impact your case and whether you can provide documentation to help show the U.S. government that you’re unlikely to become a public charge. Background: The Public Charge Rule and U.S. Immigration Before…
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Every year, a division of the Department of Homeland Security called ICE (that’s short for Immigration and Customs Enforcement) detains hundreds of thousands of people via a network of public and private facilities. But what if your loved one is detained – can you find them in the system? This guide explains. When Your Loved One is Detained by Immigration and Customs Enforcement Throughout the United States, ICE operates hundreds of detention centers. As of…
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The L-1A nonimmigrant classification lets United States employers transfer executives and managers from a foreign office to a U.S.-based office – and it’s also available to companies that don’t yet have a U.S. office and want to open one. In order to qualify, the employer must file the right paperwork with the United States government and wait for approval. This guide explains how to file the L-1A new office petition and answers some frequently asked…
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Finding an experienced immigration lawyer is essential to achieving peace of mind and understanding your rights while you and your family reside in the United States. Professional, dedicated immigration lawyers work diligently to stay on top of all new immigration legislation that can impact the status of their clients. However, legal protection is not free. As with any job that people perform, payment is a reasonable expectation. So, what are common immigration lawyer fees? Start With A Free Consultation…
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Our hearts go out to the people of Ukraine in this difficult time in world events. It may be news to many of us, but it’s real life to those affected and whose loved ones are impacted by the aggression. I personally have friends and many clients who are from Ukraine and our thoughts and prayers are with them and their friends and families. Situations like this are hugely impactful on people’s lives and cause…
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If you have a criminal record, you can still get a green card. That means despite your record, you can become a lawful permanent resident of the United States. However, you must meet certain criteria – and so must your criminal record – and some aspects of your record may make you ineligible. This guide explains how to get a green card with a criminal record, who qualifies, and what criminal records make you inadmissible…
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If you’re like many people, you’re interested in the H-1B visa – a nonimmigrant visa that lets people work in specialty occupations or perform services of exceptional merit and ability to the U.S. Department of Defense. This guide explains applying for the H-1B visa, the electronic registration process, and everything else you need to know if you’re interested in working in a specialty occupation, working on research and development projects with the Department of Defense,…
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When someone is applying to become a permanent resident, the person must establish that they are “admissible” as defined in the Immigration and Nationality Act Section 212 (INA Section 212). For INA Section 212 purposes, admissible means legally eligible to be “admitted” to the US, such as on a visa. It also means eligible to become a permanent resident. Medical Requirements to Become a U.S. Permanent Resident One of the subsections of INA Section 212…
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We have watched the recent horrific and heart-wrenching news and images of desperate refugees fleeing from the Taliban in Afghanistan. This painful and distressing scene is amplified because family members of U.S. citizens and lawful permanent residents, some currently in the morass of the U.S. immigration process, remain in Afghanistan today. Regrettably, the U.S. immigration system has failed to protect the families of our Afghani neighbors, but there is hope. The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration…
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The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services periodically adjusts its application fees. Often, fee changes take place at the beginning of the next fiscal year, which begins in October. However, that’s not always the case. Because these fees are subject to change, it’s best to check with the USCIS website to determine the current filing fees for any petition you want to file. Your Dallas immigration attorney can also help you determine the fees for…
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