You may apply for asylum in the United States under the affirmative process if you are currently in the U.S. but are not in removal (deportation) proceedings. You must apply within one year of your latest arrival in the U.S. Filing an application for asylum under the...
Immigration
What does a notice to appear mean for your immigration status?
Whether you have legal permanent residence, a nonimmigrant visa status or no immigration status whatsoever, receiving mail from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security may make you feel uneasy. After all, in addition to sending approval notices, the DHS often...
What happens if I am deported?
Immigration officials may deport foreign nationals if a court determines that they have violated United States immigration law. Additionally, officials may deport people who enter the United States without travel documents or with forged documents without a hearing. ...
What you need to apply for DACA
DACA is a federal program that allows some immigrants who entered the U.S. as children to remain. DACA does not grant citizenship, but it gives those who qualify a social security number, work permit and driver's license. The initial application sets out the...
Your obligations under the affidavit of support
If you intend to sponsor a family member for legal permanent residency in the U.S., there is a good chance you must complete an affidavit of support. This legal contract ensures your relative will not rely on public benefits after he or she receives a green card. ...
Review the Green Card application process
When you apply for a Green Card, or visa, you seek permission to work and live in the United States permanently. You can start this process if you already have temporary permission to stay in the U.S. Follow these steps as you prepare to submit an official Green Card...
Can you travel to the United States to receive training?
In our increasingly digital world, many businesses offer remote learning options for job training. However, new positions and new business developments often require on-site training to attend meetings with team members, learn new techniques or get hands-on experience...
Hundreds of thousands are stuck waiting for naturalization due to COVID-19
The process of going from an immigrant with permanent residency status in the U.S. to a naturalized citizen can take a while. Now. thanks to the COVID-19 pandemic, it may be taking longer than ever. According to USA TODAY, around 300,000 people in the U.S. are dealing...