USCIS has launched a new program allowing noncitizen spouses and stepchildren of U.S. citizens to stay in the U.S. legally while waiting for their immigration paperwork...
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Your USCIS approval is a big step, but the journey continues. Depending on your application, you may receive a Green Card, apply for a visa, attend a citizenship ceremony, or get a work permit. Let us guide you through the next steps...
Can't afford USCIS fees? Form I-912 might waive application fees (naturalization, green card, work permit) for financial hardship (proof required, not guaranteed).
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Spouse Not Yet a Citizen? Here's the Secret Weapon You Might Be Missing in Your N-400 Application (But Read This First)...
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Navigating Family-Based Immigration: A Look at Key Forms and Processes. The Forms You'll Need (Depending on Your Situation): Form I-130 (Petition for Alien Relative), Form I-485 (Adjustment of Status)...
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USCIS form retrieval options include your online account (if applicable), a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request, or contacting customer service.
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Filing fees for USCIS applications can add up. But fear not! In some situations, you might be eligible for a refund. Here's when you can get your money back
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USCIS decision got you down? Don't give up! Here's how to fight back with an appeal:
Read the Notice, check Elegibility...
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Contact USCIS: Call the Contact Center or NBC (check your receipt notice for the number).
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Under specific circumstances, you can submit both Form I-130 (petition for a relative) and Form I-485 (application to adjust status) concurrently. This can be a great way to expedite your green card journey...
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Facing financial hardship while navigating USCIS forms? Don't worry, fee waivers might be an option! Here's a step-by-step guide to increase your chances of approval…
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The L-1 visa facilitates intracompany transfers for multinational businesses with no annual limits, allowing dual intent for green cards and offering dependent visas with work authorization for spouses...
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Check Your USCIS Online Account (if you have one). Electronic copies are often available there. If not, here’s what you need to know..
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Thinking of bringing a family member to the US permanently? Here's a breakdown of the I-130 petition process to sponsor them for a green card:
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Sponsoring a family member for US residency requires documented proof of your relationship, financial support, and additional evidence like affidavits, photos, and communication records, while following USCIS guidelines for your specific case…
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Health plan choice typically doesn't affect US immigration status, but public charge considerations and the ACA penalty's elimination mean healthcare can still indirectly intersect with immigration...
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When you file something with USCIS (immigration services), you get a receipt notice with a unique code. This code, called a receipt number...
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Choosing the EB-5 investor path (Regional Center for less risk and easier job creation, or Direct Investment for control and location but with higher risk and job creation responsibility) depends on your risk tolerance, desired involvement, and geographic preference…
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Traveling abroad with a pending green card application (Form I-485) or other temporary immigration benefits? An Advance Parole document can ensure a smooth return to the US without jeopardizing your application. Here's a breakdown of the process…
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USCIS processing times vary greatly depending on the application type, immigration category, and other factors, with estimates provided online and subject to change. Here are some exceptions...
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