Plano, Texas, Immigration Law Blog
Filing an appeal to get a green card
Green cards provide cardholders with a range of helpful benefits while they await naturalization and continue the process of working toward citizenship in the United States. A person's application risks denial depending on his or her circumstances and the evidence...
How do provisional waivers work?
Immigrants who have entered the United States unlawfully in the past may worry that they have no way of returning to the country. If you came to the country in this manner, you may face a three or ten-year bar on lawful reentry. Yet, if you have relatives who have...
What steps are involved when bringing your fiancé to the United States?
Fiancé(e) visas allow a person to bring their partner to the U.S. for the purpose of marrying them. You must follow certain steps when bringing your future spouse to this country for the first time, or you may be subject to denial. Being aware of each step in the...
Visa applications may require disclosing social media accounts
Changes to the process of obtaining a U.S. visa require certain applicants to list their social media accounts. Individuals seeking to obtain a visa may need to provide their online user names or profile handles when requested. U.S. border control officials have the...
What exactly is a green card?
You hear a lot about the necessity of having a green card in order to legally live and work in the U.S. But what is a green card and how do you get one? To begin with, “green card” is only a nickname for the card you need. The official name is Permanent Resident...
Detailing family immigration quotas
The process of lawfully immigrating to the Unites States can be quite complex, and as many people in Plano know, is not a privilege immediately afforded to everyone. At the same time, countless people are legally granted residency in the U.S. every year (indeed, the...
Can a parent with a fiance(e) visa bring children to the US?
Blended families often have unique circumstances when it comes to the law. If you are considering an engagement with a U.S. citizen, you may have concerns about how moving to the United States to be with your future spouse will affect your children. According to the...
Can a trip affect your permanent residency?
As a permanent resident in Texas, you have certain rights and responsibilities. In addition, you have an obligation to retain your residency. When you receive a green card, this does not mean that you cannot lose your permanent residency. In fact, many people have to...
How can you help a loved one prepare for the naturalization test?
If you have a family member preparing to take the naturalization test, it is both an exciting and nerve-racking time. The test involves more than questions about your family member’s background and application data. The English and civics test are intimidating for a...
Filing immigration paperwork for the sibling of an adopted child
There are several reasons families choose to adopt from overseas. Families may want a child of a certain age and may struggle to find children in these age groups within their area. Some immigrants may wish to provide a home to someone from their country of birth....
