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Marriage Green Card Guide: Living in the U.S. and Married to a U.S. Citizen

This guide is meant to address all of the procedural elements and technical details for green card applicant spouses who are currently living in the U.S. and married to a U.S. citizen.

Marriage Green Card Guide: Living Abroad and Married to a U.S. Citizen

Consular processing for foreign spouses is a more lengthy process that U.S. based adjustments. Follow these steps to ensure a smooth process and no surprises when it comes to submitting forms and payments online.

VISA2US FAQ

Questions about VISA2US? We are here to answer.

Understanding Key Questions on Part 12 of the N-400 Application

The N-400 brings up many questions relating to public charge, but also questions that pertain to an applicant's loyalty to the United States and whether or not they might now, or ever, pose as a threat to the order of national security. Through completing this section, USCIS officers will be able to determine one's fitness for being admitted as a naturalized citizen or not.

K-1 Visa to Adjustment of Status: Documents and Fees

This blog covers the required documentation needed for K-1 visa holders who will be residing in the United States and plan on filing for an adjustment of status.

Visa Bulletin for February 2021

This month's Visa Bulletin shows continued excessive wait times for family-based applicants in several categories, except F2A. In addition, employment-based visas reflect the demand for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd category visas, especially as most countries have a ”Current” date for filing.

What is the Public Charge Rule for Immigration in the U.S.?

The public charge rule is in place so the Department of Homeland Security can carefully screen visa applicants and decide what level of assistance they might need once they are settled in the United States.

Understanding Different Metrics of Success for NIW Applicants

NIW applicants need to submit a considerable amount of supporting documents with their application package. This brief guide helps explain what matters on individual documents and how to highlight best practices in one's case.

Different Types of Travel Documents Needed for Green Card Holders and Applicants

Leaving, or attempting to enter the U.S. without a government-issued passport can present problems for LPRs, and green card applicants who are in the midst of processing. Here are the main travel documents needed in order to avoid issues with Customs officers upon re-entry.

Understanding the N-648 Medical Certification

This medical certification form allows the USCIS to better assess whether a naturalization applicant will have their English/Civics portion of the N-400 waived because of a disability and/or impairment.

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