Form I-130 is an immigration application submitted by a U.S. citizen or a legal permanent resident to petition for an immediate or close relative to immigrate to the U.S. If you have received a notice of approval in an I-179 notice of action, the next step in your application would depend on whether your beneficiary
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When to make an expedite request for my employment-based visa
Facing delays on your U.S. employment visa application can happen for many reasons. Sometimes, you may have missed specific requirements crucial to the process. Other times, the issues are beyond your control, and you have no choice but to wait for an update or a resolution.
You are not alone in experiencing these setbacks. Other…
DHS announces new immigration process promoting family unity
Family reunification has been a long and frustrating process for many. Applying for permanent residence may require leaving the U.S. The longer an applicant is away from their loved ones, the more they fear for their future. The Department of Homeland Security’s new Process to Promote the Unity and Stability of Families aims to address…
Criminal record does not lead to automatic visa denial
Getting a US visa often means a chance for a better life for many immigrants. However, some believe their criminal history might deny them this fresh start. Fortunately, it does not necessarily lead to automatic rejection. While it may complicate the case, there are legal options to navigate it.
What is “inadmissibility”?
There are grounds…
Understanding the different types of family visas
Family reunification is a vital part of U.S. immigration policy. If you want to bring your loved ones to the United States, knowing about family-based visas can help.
Types of family-based visas
The U.S. immigration system offers two primary categories of family-based visas. Understanding the distinctions between these visa types is essential in determining the…
What is a DACA consideration?
If you are an immigrant, you may feel worried and stressed about getting into a situation that makes you vulnerable to deportation, mainly when lacking proper documentation. Still, you might not be on the Department of Homeland Security’s (DHS) priority list if you entered the country as a child and stayed since then.
Without any…
The ‘hardship waiver’ and how it can help you
U.S. laws can make it very difficult for individuals to apply for a visa. It could be especially difficult for individuals who cannot legally enter the country due to health reasons, a criminal past or even previous immigration violations.
This situation becomes all the more stressful if they have loved ones in the U.S. who…
How long does a K-1 fiancé(e) visa last?
Choosing to marry a non-U.S. citizen comes with a bunch of legal things you need to know about. Getting a K-1 visa, also known as a fiancé(e) visa, is just the first step. Once you’ve got that in hand, you need to go through immigration and follow the terms of the visa. These include things…
Navigating challenges in the EB-1 visa application process
The EB-1 visa category is an immigration pathway for foreign professionals with outstanding skills in their fields.
Securing this type of employment visa can be complicated. Aside from legal hurdles, the application process also involves stringent criteria that require exceptional achievements and comprehensive proof from applicants.
Proving your qualifications
EB-1 is for individuals who have demonstrated extraordinary…
The two processes for seeking a spousal visa
When U.S. citizens or permanent residents wish to apply for spousal visas, they go through a process called “adjustment of status” if their husbands or wives are already living in the United States. If their husbands or wives live abroad, they go through a procedure called “consular processing.” The eligibility requirements for a spousal visa…