Immigration Blog

There have been a lot of changes in 2017 so far regarding immigration laws. The Trump administration is enforcing national immigration laws more aggressively, and according to documents released by the Department of Homeland Security a couple weeks ago, there are even more rules on who to target.

The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services, or USCIS, is the agency of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security that handles immigration services. With headquarters in Washington, D.C. and 233 other offices, the USCIS employs 19,000 people worldwide. The agency is primarily funded by immigration fees and, in a very small part, by taxpayer money.

Taking the naturalization test and interview are big steps. If you can show a basic understanding of English & U.S. civics and were truthful on your written application, you're prepared to pass. Here's what you need to do to get ready.

When you're considering domestic vs. international adoption, there are many adoption agencies from which to choose. However, their key differences will typically be cost, wait time, available medical information concerning the child, and the children available. Your best bet, then, is to pick the top agencies with which you want to work. The information they provide will show you the range of possibilities.

Even though the words are often used interchangeably, there is a difference between immigration and emigration.

During this presidential election, many issues have dominated the headlines, but none has had the impact of immigration. Comparing the particular agendas of Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump regarding immigration reveals how each views the country and the law.

Many people get green cards or visas confused. Here is the information you need to know which one is right for you.

The SENTRI Pass (Secure Electronic Network for Travelers Rapid Inspection) gives low-risk, pre-approved travelers streamlined U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) processing when crossing the U.S.-Mexico border. The program is open to anyone who is a citizen or permanent resident...

El 20 de noviembre de 2014, el Presidente tomó la acción ejecutiva de inmigración. Puede que se pregunten cómo está afecta a usted o sus amigos y familiares. Estos son los que se pueden beneficiar, los jóvenes que vinieron a este país antes de cumplir 16 años y han estado presentes desde el...

On November 20, 2014, the President took executive action regarding immigration. You might be wondering how this affects you or your friends and family. Here's who can benefit: young people who came to this country before turning 16 years old and have been present since January 1, 2010...

Last night, President Obama made several major announcements regarding proposed changes to immigration law in the U.S. If you missed the speech or simply want more information on what this may mean for you or loved ones, we’ve outlined some of the main points below.

Why should I hire an immigration lawyer? Read on to find out why an immigration lawyer can be beneficial.

One of the most common questions we get from people looking to help a loved one immigrate to the United States is: “Where do I start?” We know this process can be confusing at times, so we’ve broken it down into more manageable steps. Read on below to learn how to begin the immigration process...

A wave of children from Central America have come to the U.S. border in the last few months, supposedly because of a rumor that they would be given a permit to stay in the United States. This rumor is not necessarily true, and the children have been placed in shelters and, in many cases...

Sometimes, it seems as though religious persecution claims are not taken as seriously as other types of asylum claims. An asylum claim can be based on any of five grounds: race, nationality, religion, political opinion, or membership in a particular social group. If you look at the cases...

What happens to the beneficiary when a petitioner on a family-based immigration petition dies? For example, if your spouse is a U.S. citizen and has petitioned for you to adjust status or consular process, what happens if he dies while the process is still pending? In the past, typically...

Are immigrants allowed to carry guns? And what happens if an immigrant violates a gun control law? These are two controversial issues. We are a nation of immigrants but we also are concerned about the lack of immigration enforcement, especially for aliens that have criminal records...

For several years, advocates have pushed Congress to pass the Dream Act, which would provide permanent resident status to undocumented immigrants who were brought to the country as children. However, Congress has repeatedly failed to pass the legislation. In frustration, President Obama announced...

If an immigrant is convicted of a “crime involving moral turpitude” (CIMT), there are a number of negative repercussions for his immigration status. First, he is inadmissible to the United States, meaning that he may be denied entry if he leaves the country and tries to come back...

The Texas Tribune reports that Comprehensive Immigration Reform is more than about building a border fence and creating a legalization program. There are less prominent, but still very important, other problems that reform could address. For example, the Tribune points to the backlog of cases...