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When U.S. asylee applicants flee persecution and hardship in their home countries, they hope to find a haven in the United States. However, the reality is that the U.S. immigration system can be complicated for individuals who didn’t plan, but had no choice but, to be...
For immigrants, it takes a while and a lot of effort to successfully build a life in the U.S. Once they’re settled in, the prospect of deportation can be a scary possibility. For those facing this life-altering threat, it can be difficult to know where to start,...
The K1 visa is commonly known as the fiancé(e) visa because it’s a pathway for foreign non-citizens to unite with their U.S. citizen partners in marriage. The fiancé(e) visa offers an exciting opportunity for couples to unite. However, long-distance couples should...
After receiving a green card, a person for naturalization must have continuously resided in the United States for at least five years before filing their naturalization application. If married to a US citizen, this is three years instead of five years. This five- or...
The K-1 visa, commonly known as the fiancé visa, allows engaged partners of U.S. citizens to come to the United States, as long as the couple marries within 90 days of entry. This visa serves as a bridge for couples to begin their lives together in the U.S. while...
What Is Temporary Protected Status? Temporary Protected Status (TPS) is an immigration program that provides temporary protection to nationals from countries experiencing dangerous conditions. These conditions may include natural disasters (e.g., the 2010 Haiti...
There are many different ways for people to lawfully enter and live in the United States. The most basic is a visa. Students and professionals can often obtain visas that allow them to work or study in the United States for a set amount of time. Those who travel to...
Facing deportation can be a foreign national’s worst nightmare. The deportation process alone is overwhelming without considering what being removed from the United States would mean long-term. Many foreign nationals come to the United States to build a better life;...
On June 17, 2024, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced a new process that is in-line with the Biden-Harris Administration’s goal and recent announcement for keeping families united. It has been almost a month since this announcement, and yet, there are...
The concept of asylum is deeply embedded in American values, symbolizing the country's commitment to human rights and the protection of the vulnerable. Historically, the U.S. has offered a hand to those in need, embodying the words inscribed on the Statue of Liberty,...
