How long do I have to be married before applying for a green card? Want to sign up for our weekly newsletter covering all things immigration? Enter your email below. Thank you for your interest in our newsletter! We’ll be… View Article
When moving to the United States, one of the things that surprises many new immigrants the most is how much they struggle with their spoken English. Many have studied English for years in their home countries, and have a good,… View Article
What should the sponsoring spouse do if they move abroad while the marriage based green card application is pending?When applying for a marriage green card using consular processing, sponsoring spouses are required to maintain U.S. domicile, meaning they must prove… View Article
How can I expedite my NVC application?An applicant who wishes to ask for expedited processing of their case will typically send a request to [email protected]. The State Department provides the following guidance:“If a visa is available for your relative’s category,… View Article
How can I expedite my travel and work permits?There’s no application form for expedited requests. It’s done by phone, letter or appointment with an officer in person.Applicants can either call the USCIS customer service number, write a letter and file… View Article
Can a beneficiary with a criminal history apply for a green card?The U.S. government typically asks to know about every interaction an applicant has ever had with law enforcement, both in the applicant’s home country and in the United States…. View Article
What is continuous physical presence?To be eligible for citizenship, an applicant must have continuously lived in the United States as a green card holder for at least five years (or at least three years if they’re married to a U.S…. View Article
What happens if I go out of status before I get my green card?Sometimes, the spouse of a U.S. citizen enters the United States on a valid visa, then applies for a marriage-based green card, but their immigration status expires… View Article
Can I bring an interpreter to the interview even if I didn’t list it on the application?Yes, an applicant may bring an interpreter to the interview. USCIS in general will not provide an interpreter and may reschedule the interview if… View Article
America is very much an auto-driven country (no pun intended). While some major cities also utilize subways, buses, streetcars and railroads, the vast majority of Americans get around driving a car along the thousands of miles of roadways and highways…. View Article
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