Plano, Texas, Immigration Law Blog
What are the basics of family-based immigration?
Once you settle in the United States and have everything in order to legally set up your life here, you will probably want to find out how to bring your family to the country. The U.S. does offer some options for family-based immigration because it believes family...
Can you appeal a denied asylum application?
Seeking asylum in the United States is a stressful affair. After all, you have a lot riding on the decision. Seeing a denial on your asylum application can feel like the end of the world because of this. Fortunately, that is not the case. Even if your asylum...
Understanding conditional permanent residency
In the majority of cases, green cards are valid for 10 years before you must renew the document. However, there are some specific instances where you or a loved one may have what the U.S. government calls “conditional permanent residency.” Conditional permanent...
What is a joint sponsor?
One of the most important requirements for the K-1 fiance visa is to meet the income requirements. In the case of the K-1 fiance visa, the “sponsor” for the visa is the American citizen spouse. In order for the U.S. government to give the non-American spouse a K-1...
Are you preparing to bring your intended to America?
You are no doubt excited about your coming marriage and bringing your fiancée to the U.S. A K-1 nonimmigrant visa will allow your fiancée to travel to the United States, but what happens then? Filing Form I-129F As a U.S. citizen, you are the petitioner who must file...
How can I get a Green Card with refugee status?
Refugees are people that have been displaced from their countries of origin out of fear for their personal safety. According to the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, refugees must seek out their Green Cards after being in the country for one year. The process...
Can the state revoke my provisional unlawful presence waiver?
Hopeful US citizens in Texas can jeopardize the immigration process by unlawfully entering or residing within US borders. Many residents who would be otherwise eligible for family-based immigration can disqualify themselves by remaining in the US without a visa....
Processes involved in obtaining green cards
A green card is a document that grants you lawful permanent residence status in the United States. It gives you the right to live here on an ongoing basis. It also gives you the authorization you need to find and keep a job in the U.S. There are several different...
Can you have your citizenship revoked?
If gaining U.S. citizenship is your goal, then you likely understand the time and extensive effort required to secure such a benefit. Thus, you probably look forward to being able to relax somewhat in Plano once the process ends. After all, once you are a naturalized...
What is the affidavit of support?
U.S. immigration policy generally expects immigrants not to become public charges when they arrive in the country. Therefore, before approving an individual’s green card application, the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services often requires the sponsor to submit an...
