There are many ways to bring a foreign fiancé into the country. One option is to use a K-1 nonimmigrant visa. Unfortunately, just because you filed the necessary documents does not mean the United States Citizen and Immigration Services (USCIS) will automatically...
Year: 2023
Can I stay in the U.S. on a work visa after getting fired?
Losing your job can be devastating, especially when you are a work visa holder. While an H1B visa grants you many benefits, it may also limit your options. Fortunately, a grace period allows you to stay legally in the U.S. to fix your lawful status, but you should...
What is my temporary worker visa category?
Heading to the United States is an excellent opportunity to get valuable work experience and enrich your career. However, applying for a visa can be troublesome. Before doing so, your employer should file a petition. It is a requirement for all types of temporary...
Multiple states sue the federal government over asylum program
There are many ways for people to legally enter the United States of America, but many of the formal visa programs are subject to very high standards. Work visas can be very competitive, and many adults do not have the professional background or education required to...
Will the USCIS deny me citizenship if I fail my tests?
Passing the English and civics tests is among the requirements you need to satisfy for the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) to consider your application for naturalization. These tests prove that you can communicate in English and have...
Can a work visa help bring you and your family to the US?
Working in the United States (US) is a great opportunity for anyone, especially if the employer is ready to petition you for a temporary work visa. It makes the process much easier. You may also be pleased to know you can take your family with you. The United States...
Class action lawsuit filed over unlawful presence waiver delays
On January 23, 2023, Washington D.C. immigrants filed a class action lawsuit against the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). The parties are looking for accountability from the government over the increased and unreasonable delays in processing...
What you need to know about the Welcome Corps program
Millions of people around the world have been displaced and forced to leave their homes as a result of wars and other forms of conflict. In fact, the UN Refugee Agency reports that more than 100 million people are currently displaced from their homes. For years, the...
What’s a petition for review in an immigration case?
Have you received an unfavorable decision in your immigration case? If you’re currently facing removal and you think that the decision is unfair or illegal, one recourse you have is filing a petition for review with the circuit court of appeals. In many cases, it may...
Some positive changes for Floridians with family in Cuba
For Floridians who have loved ones still in Cuba, bringing them safely to the U.S. is often stymied by the complicated relationship between these two countries. Many of those trying to reach the U.S. have tried to enter through the U.S.-Mexican border or by taking an...