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...
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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...
Recent changes to green card applications
At the end of last year, on December 3 of 2022, the process of applying for a green card was altered. The government is putting out an updated version of the form that was already used for an adjustment of status, which is form I-485. These changes are geared around...
Can I hold two jobs while on an H-1B visa?
The H-1B visa is an employer-facilitated visa that allows foreign nationals to legally work in specialty occupations in the U.S. A holder of this visa must have at least a bachelor’s degree or its equivalent in a specific or related field. If you are a holder of an...
Can a religious organization help you get into the United States?
For years, ministers and others from U.S.-based churches have traveled the world to spread what they believe in. The opportunity also exists for those from other countries to enter the U.S. to do so. You certainly cannot apply to enter the U.S. just because you adhere...
Is mastery of the English language required for naturalization?
Becoming a naturalized citizen is the final step in the immigration process. After lawfully living in the country for years, immigrants can apply to become naturalized citizens. If they are successful, they never have to worry about removal. They can run for political...
Do you know what to do if ICE agents come to your home?
An encounter with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents is scary regardless of your status in Florida. You might worry that you are under criminal investigation or about to be deported. Although your fear is understandable and perhaps justified, be...
How do people illegally enter the U.S.?
If you ask the average American how people illegally enter the United States, they may tell you something about illegally crossing the border. This often happens along the southern border of the U.S. They will tell you that most people who get deported have illegally...
