Immigration Law

When someone seeks asylum in the United States, it is because they have suffered or fear that they will suffer oppression, tyranny, harassment or discrimination in their country of origin. The fear must be credible and reasonable. Asylum seekers are typically people...

There are existing ways for immigrants to enter the United States legally. However, some might encounter unfavorable circumstances, forcing families to stay apart for too long. The government acknowledges these struggles and recently responded by expanding lawful ways...

As an H-1B visa holder in the U.S., it is possible to change employers if you want to. However, it is important to remember that the visa is tied to the employer who sponsored it. If you wish to change employers, you may need to apply for a new H-1B visa with the new...

While working in the United States can be a great opportunity professionally, having to spend time away from your family can make it difficult. The good news is that if you have a work visa, you may be able to bring your spouse and children with you to live in the...

Florida's new immigration law, SB 1718, has received a lot of media attention. If you are a foreign national living in the Sunshine State, you may be worried that it could threaten your ability to live, work and study here. Or you might be a business owner concerned...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...