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October 23, 2024falawNo CommentsCategories: Immigrants in The U.S.Tags: #ConsularProcessing, #FamilyBasedImmigration, #GreenCard, #ImmigrantVisa, #ImmigrationLaw, #ImmigrationProcess, #PermanentResidency, #PetitioningFamily, #USCitizenship, #VisitorVisa

How a U.S. Citizen or Green Card Holder Can Apply for a Green Card for an Overseas Family Member: A Detailed Guide

By Brian Figeroux, Esq. | Editorial credit: art4you1 / shutterstock.com One of the most common pathways to obtaining permanent residency (commonly known as a green card) in the United States is throug...

October 23, 2024falawNo CommentsCategories: VisasTags: #AcademicGrowth, #CulturalExperience, #F1Visa, #InternationalStudents, #StudentVisa, #StudyInUSA, #USEducation, #VisaApplication, #VisaProcess, #WorkOnCampus

How to Successfully Apply for a U.S. Student Visa from Overseas

By Brian Figeroux, Esq. | Editorial Credit: An Mazhor / shutterstock.com For many students around the world, studying in the United States represents a significant opportunity for academic and perso...

October 23, 2024falawNo CommentsCategories: VisasTags: #B2Visa, #CulturalExperience, #ExploreAmerica, #NonImmigrantVisa, #Tourism, #TravelGuide, #TravelToUSA, #USImmigration, #VisaApplication, #VisitorVisa

How to Successfully Apply for a U.S. Visitor’s Visa from Overseas

By Brian Figeroux, Esq. | Editorial credit: Harun Ozmen/ shutterstock.com Visiting the United States is a dream for many around the world. Whether you want to explore iconic landmarks like the Statue ...

October 21, 2024falawNo CommentsCategories: U.S CitizenshipTags: #AmericanImmigration, #AntiImmigrantSentiment, #BirthrightCitizenship, #CitizenshipRights, #CivilRights, #ConstitutionalRights, #EqualityForAll, #FourteenthAmendment, #HistoricalContext, #ImmigrationImpact, #ImmigrationPolicy, #ImmigrationReform, #JusSoli, #PoliticalDebate, #UndocumentedImmigrants

The Origins of Birthright Citizenship in the United States, Explained

By Laila Khan, IMMIGRATION IMPACT | Editorial credit: 5 second Studio / shutterstock.com The American Immigration Council does not endorse or oppose candidates for elected office. We aim to provide an...

October 21, 2024falawNo CommentsCategories: Immigrants in The U.S.Tags: #AmericanImmigration, #CommunitySafety, #CrimeRate, #CrimeStatistics, #DataDriven, #ElectionImpact, #ImmigrantContributions, #ImmigrantRights, #ImmigrationDebate, #ImmigrationFacts, #ImmigrationPolicy, #MythBusting, #PoliticalRhetoric, #PublicSafety, #ResearchMatters, #SocialJustice

Immigrants Do Not Commit More Crimes in the US, Despite Fearmongering

By American Immigration Council, Yared Avalos Iniguez| Editorial credit: Chad Zuber / shuttertsock.com The American Immigration Council does not endorse or oppose candidates for elected office. We aim...

October 14, 2024falawNo CommentsCategories: DeportationTags: #AsylumDenials, #AsylumSeekers, #CriminalConvictions, #DeportationDefense, #DeportationRemedies, #HumanRights, #ImmigrantRights, #ImmigrationCourts, #ImmigrationLaw, #LegalConsequences, #LegalRepresentation, #RemovalProceedings, #VisaOverstay, DHS, ICE

Deportation Defenses and Legal Representation: Navigating the Complexities of U.S. Immigration Law

By Brian Figeroux, Esq. | Editorial credit: Bartolomiej Pietrzyk/ shutterstock.com Increased deportation enforcement, particularly against individuals who have failed to meet asylum criteria or were o...

October 14, 2024falawNo CommentsCategories: VisasTags: #EmploymentBasedVisas, #ForeignTalent, #GreenCardBacklog, #H1B, #ImmigrationChallenges, #ImmigrationReform, #L1Visas, #LegalSolutions, #MandamusLawsuits, #PermanentResidency, #ProcessingDelays, #SkilledWorkers, #SystemicReforms, #USEconomy, #VisaDelays

Green Card Backlogs and Visa Processing Delays: Causes, Impacts, and Solutions

By Brian Figeroux, Esq. | Editorial credit: Evgenia Parajanian / shutterstock.com To address these challenges, a combination of short-term and long-term solutions is needed. Hiring immigration attor...

October 11, 2024falawNo CommentsCategories: DeportationTags: #AggravatedFelony, #CriminalJustice, #CriminalRecord, #DeportationRisks, #Expungement, #ImmigrationConsequences, #ImmigrationLaw, #IneffectiveCounsel, #LegalAid, #LegalResources, #MoralTurpitude, #NewYorkLaw, #PostConvictionRelief, #RestorativeJustice

Navigating Immigration Consequences: The Importance of Post-Conviction Relief for Non-Citizens

By Brian Figeroux | Editorial Credit: Skyward Kick Productions / shutterstock.com For non-citizens, addressing the immigration consequences of a conviction through post-conviction relief can be crit...

October 10, 2024falawNo CommentsCategories: DeportationTags: #CertificateOfDisposition, #CourtRecords, #CriminalDefense, #CriminalRecords, #EmploymentVerification, #ImmigrationRequirements, #LegalDocuments, #LegalResources, #NewYorkLaw, #NYCJusticeSystem, #PleaAndSentencingMinutes, #PostConvictionRelief, #RecordSealing, #SecondChances

Navigating the Process: How to Obtain Legal Documents in New York City for Past Criminal Offenses

By Brian Figeroux, Esq. | Editorial Credit: Lev Radin/ shutterstock.com In New York City, obtaining legal documents like a Certificate of Disposition or Plea and Sentencing Minutes for past criminal...

October 10, 2024falawNo CommentsCategories: Immigrants in The U.S.Tags: #Cohabitation, #CommonLawMarriage, #ConjugalRelationship, #FamilyLaw, #Guyana, #ImmigrationLaw, #Jamaica, #LegalPermanentResidency, #LegalStatus, #MaritalRecognition, #PropertyRights, #SpousalRights, #USImmigration

Common Law Marriages in Jamaica and Guyana and How They Can Affect Petitions for Legal Permanent Residency in the United States

By Cheryl Hylton | Editorial credit: Ground Picture / shutterstock.com Common-law relationships or common law marriages are recognized in some countries, provided that the man and woman have lived tog...

How a U.S. Citizen or Green Card Holder Can Apply for a Green Card for an Overseas Family Member: A Detailed Guide

How to Successfully Apply for a U.S. Student Visa from Overseas

How to Successfully Apply for a U.S. Visitor’s Visa from Overseas

The Origins of Birthright Citizenship in the United States, Explained

Immigrants Do Not Commit More Crimes in the US, Despite Fearmongering

Deportation Defenses and Legal Representation: Navigating the Complexities of U.S. Immigration Law

Green Card Backlogs and Visa Processing Delays: Causes, Impacts, and Solutions

Navigating Immigration Consequences: The Importance of Post-Conviction Relief for Non-Citizens

Navigating the Process: How to Obtain Legal Documents in New York City for Past Criminal Offenses

Common Law Marriages in Jamaica and Guyana and How They Can Affect Petitions for Legal Permanent Residency in the United States

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