Richard Herman: Your Go-To Immigration Expert in an Era of Uncertainty
As the 2025 political landscape shapes up under Donald Trump’s return to the presidency, anxiety is skyrocketing over his potential crackdown on immigration. From the threat of mass deportations to stringent restrictions on H-1B workers, F-1 students, TPS holders, and family-based visa applicants, America’s
Growth Under Biden and Danger Under Trump
The Temporary Protected Status (TPS) program which temporarily protects migrants from deportation to countries in crisis and provides work authorization has grown under the Biden, whom some refer to as the “TPS President.” TPS is one of the few executive tools to provide work authorization without Congressional approval.
The H4 EAD has been a lifeline for thousands of H1B spouses, allowing them to work in the US while their family goes through the long green card process.
The H4 visa allows spouses and children of H1B visa holders to live in the US. Over time, the Employment Authorization Document (EAD) for H4 visa
With Trump re-elected to be President and prepared to be inaugurated on January 20, 2025, F-1 international students in the US are getting worried about being able to continue their studies and get post-graduation opportunities.
The uncertainty around immigration policies has created anxiety and fear on campuses, especially for students from countries that have
When Donald Trump takes office on January 20, 2025, U.S. immigration policies will change and it will not be limited to the undocumented only, but also H-1B visa holders and their families.
From his previous administration, Trump’s policies will make it harder to get H1B or extend H1B, target H4 EAD, impose administrative
Categories, Timelines, Costs
Obtaining a green card officially known as a Permanent Resident Card grants you the ability to live and work permanently in the United States, and eventually become a U.S. citizen. The process varies depending on your unique circumstances, but this guide will break it down step by step, making it easy to
Trump’s Immigration Crackdown: Denaturalization is Back
President-elect Donald Trump has doubled down on one of his most outrageous campaign promises: deporting 15 million people, including some who are already naturalized U.S. citizens. While it may be virtually impossible to implement Trump’s grandiose ambitions due to the logistical and financial challenges of deporting millions, his administration
How to Apply for a Work Permit (EAD)
You can work in the US temporarily with a work permit, also known as an Employment Authorization Document (EAD). Applying for an EAD through Form I-765 is a big part of the US immigration process for many.
This guide covers the cost, timeline, eligibility and process.
This
Retroactive Custody Orders and Private Custody Agreements Now RecognizedOrders Now Recognized
On November 19, 2024, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has issued updated guidance to clarify the requirements for determining legal and physical custody of children acquiring U.S. citizenship.
This policy guidance impacts citizenship claims under:
Am I Eligible to Become a U.S. Citizen?
Becoming a U.S. citizen is a big deal for any green card holder.
The path for a non-U.S. citizen who got a green card to become a U.S. citizen is called naturalization. This process has several eligibility requirements that a green card holder must meet.
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