What You Should Know About H-1B Visas Introduction The H-1B visa is a temporary U.S. work visa commonly used by employers to hire foreign professionals for specialized positions. It can provide qualified workers with an opportunity to work in the…
Family Immigration: Common Family-Based Immigration Mistakes to Avoid Introduction Family-based immigration can provide an important pathway for relatives to live together in the United States. However, the process involves detailed forms, supporting documents, deadlines, and eligibility requirements. Small mistakes can…
Family Immigration: Can a U.S. Citizen Sponsor a Sibling? Introduction Yes. A U.S. citizen who is at least 21 years old may generally petition for a brother or sister to immigrate to the United States. However, sibling immigration falls into…
Family Immigration: Can You Sponsor Your Parents for a Green Card? Introduction For many U.S. citizens, helping their parents obtain permanent residence is an important family goal. U.S. immigration law allows a U.S. citizen who is at least 21 years…
Family Immigration: How Joint Sponsors Help Meet Affidavit of Support Requirements Introduction Many family-based immigration cases require the petitioner to submit an Affidavit of Support to show that the intending immigrant is unlikely to become primarily dependent on the U.S.…
Family Immigration: What Happens After USCIS Approves Form I-130? Introduction Approval of Form I-130, Petition for Alien Relative, is an important milestone in the family-based immigration process. However, an I-130 approval does not by itself give the beneficiary a Green…
Family Immigration: How to Remove Conditions on Your Green Card (Form I-751) Introduction Some people who obtain permanent residence through marriage initially receive a conditional Green Card that is valid for two years. To continue permanent residence without conditions, eligible…
Family Immigration: Understanding Conditional Permanent Residence Introduction Some people who obtain permanent residence through marriage receive a conditional Green Card rather than a standard permanent resident card. Conditional permanent residence is generally granted when the marriage is less than two…
Family Immigration: How to Prove a Bona Fide Marriage to USCIS Introduction When a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident petitions for a spouse, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) generally looks for evidence that the marriage is genuine and…
How to Prepare for a Marriage-Based Green Card Interview Introduction A marriage-based green card interview is an important step in many family-based immigration cases. The purpose of the interview is generally to verify the information provided in the application and…
