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At a Glance: Marriage fraud, which involves entering into a fraudulent marriage for immigration purposes, is considered a serious crime under US law. Both the US citizen and the immigrant involved can face prosecution. Immigrants convicted of marriage fraud may be imprisoned for up to five years, fi…
At a Glance Standard green cards for lawful permanent residents expire after 10 years. Renewal is necessary at least 6 months before the expiry date to avoid issues. Older versions of green cards must be replaced as they are no longer valid. Conditional green cards obtained through marriage or inves…
At a Glance Under normal circumstances, U.S. citizenship cannot be easily lost. Exceptions include voluntary relinquishment, wrongful acquisition, or forceful denaturalization. Denaturalization is rare and usually occurs if a person commits serious crimes against the U.S. such as fraud. Minor offens…
There are various things that are on the line when you are pursuing a green card. You put in a fair amount of hope and time, you pay all the necessary taxes, and you are waiting expectantly to receive your green card. This is why it might seem like a
At a Glance U.S. citizens or permanent residents can sponsor immediate relatives, including parents, spouses, and minor or unmarried children, as well as certain family preference relatives. Family preference relatives may include unmarried adult children, married children, and siblings. Spouses and…
At a Glance The time to obtain a marriage green card varies depending on the situation. For U.S. citizens married to nonimmigrants abroad, the process through consular processing takes approximately 29 to 38 months. For nonimmigrant spouses already living in the U.S., concurrent filing with USCIS ta…
At a Glance Role of an Immigration Lawyer: An immigration lawyer specializes in immigration law, providing expertise and assistance to navigate complex immigration cases. Cost Factors: The cost of hiring an immigration lawyer varies based on factors like the type of application, required services, t…
A photo is a must for legal paperwork. It confirms your identity and helps officials identify you. When it comes to green card processing, attaching a photo of yourself with the application is a must. This will be printed on your green card when it is issued to you. But
A few days ago, Trump signed an executive order on “Aligning Federal Contracting and Hiring Practices With the Interests of American Workers”. This can impact H1B visa holders so it’s important to be informed about this executive order. What exactly does it say, and how are H1B visa holders being
At a Glance To speak to a live person at USCIS, call their toll-free phone number at 1-800-375-5283. The USCIS Contact Center operates on a two-tier model, with Customer Service Representatives (CSRs) handling basic queries and technical difficulties, while Immigration Service Officers (ISOs) addres…