The requirements for application to the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) policy explicitly state that all applicants will have to submit to a background check where their criminal records will be examined. Applicants can also receive real-time updates on their application status by filing the G-1145 Form. The point of this background check is […]
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There are several ways to obtain a Green Card, including sponsorship by a family member or a U.S. employer. If you are outside the U.S., you must follow the Consular Processing route to apply for an immigrant visa at a U.S. embassy or consulate. To initiate this process, applicants generally submit one of the required
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The 90-day rule exists to prevent people from misrepresenting their intentions when entering the United States. Those who enter the country on a temporary visa should be acutely aware of this rule, as failure to comply with it can result in harsh consequences, including a lifetime ban on your right to enter the country. Ignorance
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Travel.State.Gov & U.S. Passport Services Individuals traveling outside of the United States must have a valid passport to enter other countries, even Canada and Mexico, despite being located on the same continent. This document is also required for individuals entering the country from other countries for travel purposes. In special cases, individuals may submit the
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Finding out that USCIS denied your naturalization application can feel overwhelming and disappointing. Unfortunately, for many immigrants who want to become U.S. citizens, this can be a sad reality. USCIS naturalization denials have many causes. Some can be challenged, and this is where Form N-336, the Request for a Hearing on a Decision in Naturalization
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The U.S. Department of State released the December 2024 Visa Bulletin, which provides the availability of immigrant numbers for December 2024. This update presents the final action and filing dates for family and employment-based categories and notifies immigrant visa applicants when to submit the documents to the National Visa Center (NVC). Highlights of December 2024
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Adjustment of Status (AOS) is the process of applying for lawful permanent resident status, also known as a green card, while residing in the United States. The process of applying for a green card through AOS can be complex. To complete the Form I-485 application successfully you need to submit additional related forms, and supporting documents. In this article,
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