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What to do when your child is “Aging Out”: Understanding the Child Status Protection Act The Child Status Protection Act (CSPA) was enacted in order to protect individuals applying for permanent residence based on their status...
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Applicants seeking an exception to the English and civics testing requirements for naturalization “because of physical or developmental disability or mental impairment” have to file Form N-648, Medical Certification for Disability Exceptions with the USCIS. But...
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In order to enjoy the privilege of living and working in the U.S. without any restrictions lawful permanent residents must adhere to certain basic rules to maintain their status. In order to successfully maintain their immigration...
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The “extraordinary ability category” is for immigrants with extraordinary ability in the field of science, business, arts, education, or athletics. This applies only to a small percentage of immigrants who have ascended to the very summit...
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The US Department of State operates a visa-processing center known as National Visa Center or NVC, located in Portsmouth, New Hampshire, which is responsible for collection of fees and documentation for visa applications. National Visa Center...
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Form I-730, Refugee/Asylee Relative Petition is a form filed by a person with refugee or asylee status asking for their husband or wife or unmarried children under 21 to be granted refugee or asylee status also and be allowed to enter the U.S....
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Active participation in the U.S. economy—a fundamental aspect to living and working in the U.S.—is accomplished largely through filing tax returns. For immigrants, even those who are undocumented, this key step to a fully integrated life...
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In order to have a travel document, one must first file Form I-131. You should file this form with U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) to apply for a reentry permit, refugee travel document and advance parole...
