Applying for U.S. citizenship is an important step toward securing your permanent home. However, small errors on Form N-400 can delay your process or cause an outright denial. Knowing what to avoid will protect your application and save you time. Unreported travel...
You worked hard to become a U.S. citizen. You studied, you waited, you went through the process, and you earned it. So it is completely natural to wonder: can the government take that away from you, even years later? The short answer is yes, but only in very specific...
Uncertainty about immigration status can make home feel unsafe and the future hard to picture. Fear grows when a partner uses a pending application as leverage. If your spouse threatens to pull your papers or have you deported, knowing their legal limits may ease that...
For immigrants, a criminal charge can have far-reaching consequences that go beyond fines, probation or jail time. Some criminal offenses can affect a person’s ability to obtain a visa, become a lawful permanent resident or obtain U.S. citizenship. One term that...
A green card marriage interview is a meeting you may need to have with immigration officials when you are seeking permanent residency on the basis of your marital status. Your spouse may be a U.S. citizen, for example, while you came to the United States on a student...
You immigrated to the United States and started a new life with your spouse, who is a U.S. citizen. The two of you got married, and you were able to attain a green card through that marriage. You are now a permanent resident. However, even though your family situation...
Depending on the type of visa you have, losing your job could put you in violation of that visa. For instance, perhaps you applied for an H-1B employment visa. You do have to maintain employment, so if you get fired or laid off, it could mean that you have not upheld...
Under Pennsylvania law, driving under the influence (or DUI) is a serious criminal offense with mandatory penalties. A single offense can bear devastating legal consequences for immigrants in the US. You may face penalties that may challenge your right to stay in the...
Nothing can match the stress you feel when you receive a Notice to Appear (NTA). This does not mean that facing an immigration judge will mean immediate removal. Understanding your options is helpful in assessing which pathway best fits your situation. Qualifying for...
The K-1 nonimmigrant visa or fiancé(e) visa allows you, as a U.S. citizen, to bring your foreign fiancé(e) to the United States to get married. If your petition is approved, your fiancé (e) can enter the country. However, several strict conditions must be met for an...