Immigration Blog
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What are RFEs and why have they been going up in the past few years?
RFEs affect employment-based visa/green card applicants especially. This brief guide helps applicants understand why this is the case.
Common Questions for Rejected Consular Processing Applicants
The USCIS handles all U.S.-based immigration applications, but some applicants going through consular processing might need to familiarize themselves with State Department policies when it comes to receiving a denial on their visa application.
Adjusting your Status as an Employee of an International Organization
The INA has a path to a green card for certain professionals who have been employed or are retired from certain international organizations. The actual I-485 process is almost the same as any other applicant, however, eligibility requirements vary substantially.
What Has Changed about the Naturalization Process in the Past Year?
While some things have remained the same, such as the N-400 application itself, longer processing times and more scrutiny on behalf of the applicant have definitely been on the rise.
Expansion of Interview Waiver Eligibility
New interview waiving requirements because of Covid-19 could affect the processing time and filing for non-immigrant visa applicants.
The Process of Retaining Highly Skilled Workers as Green card Applicants
H-4 Dependents can receive working authorization and also incentivize close family members in the U.S. on working visas to apply for an adjustment of status. This policy was enacted for the main purpose of retaining talent in the U.S. economy and creating a different pathway for green card eligibility.
Marriage Green Card Interview FAQ
The marriage green card interview is a critical part of the I-485 application process. Here is a comprehensive list of some of the most commonly asked questions when it comes time to prepare for this interview with a USCIS officer.
Advance Parole Travel Documents and their Authorization
Advance parole is a term used to describe green card applicants and their international travel while still in an I-485 processing phase. An individual is on “advance parole” once they have been issued the document. The advance parole travel document essentially allows I-485 applicants the ability to re-enter the United States when they are not an LPR yet.
Naturalization Fees and Unforeseen Costs
A closer look at some of the fees and unexpected costs accrued during the naturalization process.
New Obstacles to Marriage Green Card Processing
Marriage green card processing now carries a certain weight to it—the fear of possibly being deported.
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