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May 6, 2025
What is the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals?
If the Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA) or an Immigration Judge denies your case, you may request a review of the decision by filing a Petition for Review with the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals. The filing fee is $500. This federal court examines the rulings of the Immigration Judge and the BIA to determine […]
April 21, 2025
Differences between N600 and N600K forms
Form N-600 and Form N-600K serve distinct purposes. Form N-600K is used by U.S. citizen parents to apply for their child’s naturalization when the child was born and resides outside the United States but qualifies for citizenship. Conversely, if the child resides within the United States, Form N-600 should be used to obtain proof of […]
April 11, 2025
Fraud and Willful Misrepresentation Waivers – Form I-601
A finding of inadmissibility due to fraud or willful misrepresentation can be a significant barrier for individuals seeking to enter the United States or secure immigration benefits. Fortunately, a waiver under INA 212(i) may provide a pathway to overcome these challenges. These waivers serve as a lifeline for eligible applicants by addressing past missteps and […]
March 30, 2025
Waiver 212 for permission to reapply: Who needs it
Form I-212 is necessary for individuals who wish to reapply for admission into the United States after deportation or removal. The following categories of people need to file this application: Actually Removed: Individuals who were physically removed from the United States. Departed Voluntarily After Removal Order: Those who left the United States voluntarily after being […]
March 26, 2025
Major Delays at US Embassies: What You Need to Know in 2025
If you plan to visit a U.S. embassy for a visa, passport renewal, or other consular service, be prepared for longer wait times. A combination of staff reductions and a new executive order is reshaping how embassies operate worldwide. The current administration has mandated a 10% staff reduction across all U.S. embassies, affecting American diplomats […]
March 19, 2025
What is VAWA, U Visa and what are the differences between the two?
What is VAWA and who can apply? Through the enactment of the Violence Against Women Act of 1994 (VAWA) and its subsequent renewals, Congress granted noncitizens who have suffered abuse from their U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident family members the ability to autonomously apply (self-petition) for immigrant status without the abuser’s involvement, approval, or […]
March 12, 2025
Advance parole (Form I-512) remains valid under Trump
On January 20, 2025, the President of the United States signed an Executive Order aimed at strengthening border security and immigration enforcement. The order mandates the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to terminate all categorical parole programs that do not align with the immigration policies of the United States. As a result, parole programs previously […]
March 11, 2025
What is the form I-94?
When foreign visitors enter the United States, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) provides them with an arrival/departure record known as Form I-94. This form, commonly referred to as the I-94, serves to track non-citizens entering and exiting the United States. It verifies lawful entry and specifies the date by which the individual must depart […]
February 14, 2025
Case Inquiry: What to do if your case is taking longer than expected
USCIS offers a list of estimated processing times after submitting applications. This official website allows you to check the estimated time for your application’s approval: https://egov.uscis.gov/processing-times/. You will only need to provide the type of immigration form (I-130, I-485, I-765, etc), form category (first time/renewals/petition from spouse, sibling, parents, etc.), and the location of the […]
February 13, 2025
Asylum Application (Form I-589) and Employment Authorization Document (Form I-765) based on a pending Asylum application
Applying for asylum depends on whether the applicant has been placed into immigration court proceedings (filing defensively), is not in immigration court proceedings (filing affirmatively), and their current status. To qualify for asylum, applicants must prove that they are refugees unable to return to their country of origin or last place of residence due to […]