Asylum is a form of protection the United States offers to individuals who come looking for protection and safety. Many people dream of a safe life in the United States, but the process of obtaining asylum status can be confusing. Here are the important points to...
Month: May 2023
What health conditions might impact my visa application?
People need to meet specific requirements to enter the U.S. For example, you usually cannot secure a visa if immigration authorities have reason to believe you pose harm to yourself and others. They might arrive at this conclusion not just by looking at your criminal...
How to access public services as an immigrant
Public benefits programs do not always make it clear which services immigrants can apply for. As a result, many immigrants miss out on benefits that they do not know they can get. If you meet the qualifications, you may be able to get food, cash and medical assistance...
What to know about an immigration bond hearing
If you are in the U.S. illegally and Immigration and Customs Enforcement catches you, law enforcement could transfer you to a detention facility to await your removal or deportation hearing. However, you can ask for temporary release through a bond hearing. Therefore,...
What the end of Title 42 restrictions mean
Immigration to the U.S. through the U.S.-Mexico border has always been challenging for many. But it became even more complicated when the Trump administration implemented Title 42. An emergency health authority, Title 42 was a policy that allowed U.S. officials to...
How can you help your children adjust to a new country?
Moving to a new country can be both exciting and terrifying. One part of the brain feels optimistic, while another feels nervous about the uncertainties. These thoughts can be more overwhelming for children immigrating to a new country. They can feel happy about...
How does an adopted child achieve joint residence?
Some permanent residents in the U.S. have adopted children who live overseas, but now want to bring them to this country to make a life here. If this situation describes you, then you should understand how to successfully complete the steps to make your dream happen....
