Becoming a United States citizen is a laborious process. But many people earn this right upon birth. There are two specific situations that allow a person to claim citizenship upon birth. Birth location Anyone born in the United States is a U.S. citizen. The other...
Family Immigration
How can you help your family members get a green card?
If you are currently living in the United States as a citizen or a lawful permanent resident, you might have family members abroad who wish to come to the country as well. You can petition for certain family members to receive their own permanent resident card, also...
How do L2 visa holders prove employment eligibility?
As you may know, most U.S. employers have a legal duty to verify the work eligibility of everyone they hire. This obligation, which comes from a 1986 federal law, requires employers and new employees to complete I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification forms. On your...
Can drug use lead to deportation?
If you have ever ingested an illegal substance, such as cocaine, heroin or marijuana, you certainly are not alone. In fact, according to a recent study by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, nearly 60 million Americans used marijuana or...
Can you remove the conditions on your green card after a divorce?
If you received your permanent residency through your spouse's sponsorship, you may have a two-year green card. This is especially true if you married your spouse fewer than three years before you applied for it. It also means you must petition to remove the...
Can I get a driver’s license if I am an immigrant?
After you first move to the United States, you probably want to get your affairs in order, which means finding employment. It is much easier to do that when you have a driver's license. Being able to drive and having reliable transportation is almost always a...
3 common mistakes to avoid when applying for a green card
A green card grants you the privileges of being a lawful permanent resident of the U.S. and marks a first step towards becoming a full citizen. Because it is so significant, you may find the application process both exciting and daunting. The law is complex and there...
Bringing family to the U.S. as a permanent resident
After coming to the U.S. and setting up your life, you will likely want to have the family members you left behind to join you. This may include a wife or husband, young kids or even adult children. Having gotten permanent resident status for yourself, however, you...
Family preference visas and permanent residents
If you live in the U.S. as a lawful permanent resident, you could have a number of different questions, especially if you have family members living in another country and you want to help them move to the U.S. However, it is important to note that family immigration...
Avoid these mistakes when filling out immigration forms
When you’re filling out immigration forms with the intention of coming to the United States to live or getting your citizenship, you need to be very careful about the information you include and what you exclude. Not filling out your paperwork correctly could lead to...