Posted on April 13, 2023 in Immigration

Immigrating to the United States is a dream for many people around the world. However, the immigration process can be long and complicated. One of the options for immigrants to obtain a Green Card is consular processing. This process involves applying for an immigrant visa and Green Card through the U.S. embassy or consulate in a person's home country. There are several options for obtaining authorization to enter the United States and live in the country permanently through consular processing, including:

Family-Based Immigration

Consular processing is frequently used in family-based immigration to the United States. When a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident has qualifying family members outside the U.S. who want to come and live in the country, they can submit a petition on behalf of their loved ones. If the petition is approved, the beneficiary can then attend a visa appointment at a U.S. consular office abroad. Consular processing is advantageous because it streamlines the process of obtaining family-based immigration visas for those who are located outside of the United States.

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 Posted on March 21, 2023 in Immigration

The United States is often seen as the land of opportunity, attracting thousands of foreign workers each year who hope to establish and advance their careers. Employment-based visas and Green Cards are one of the most sought-after avenues to achieve this dream, offering permanent residency in the U.S. However, obtaining an employment-based Green Card can be a complex and lengthy process. For those who wish to immigrate to the United States, it can be helpful to understand the different categories of workers who may qualify for Green Cards and the annual quotas for each type of employment-based Green Card.

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 Posted on March 07, 2023 in Immigration

For many immigrant families, the ability to live together in the United States is essential, and it may be a goal that can take years to achieve. In some cases, family members may be fleeing dangerous situations, or some family members may have already settled in the U.S., and they may wish to bring their loved ones to live with them. However, there are many issues that can impede the immigration process, including when a person is determined to be inadmissible to the United States.

Fortunately, waivers of inadmissibility may be available in certain situations. These waivers allow immigrants to overcome a finding of inadmissibility and ensure that they can receive visas and Green Cards. To qualify for a waiver of inadmissibility, a person will need to meet several criteria, and one of the most important involves showing that if they cannot enter or remain in the U.S., their family members may suffer hardship. Understanding what types of hardship may qualify and how to demonstrate this to immigration officials is not always easy, but with the assistance of a skilled immigration attorney, families can provide the necessary evidence and address any other issues that may arise in their case.

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 Posted on February 28, 2023 in Immigration

For those who are seeking to come to the United States, the immigration process can be difficult.  In many cases, immigrants are fleeing dangerous situations in their home countries due to issues such as political unrest, natural disasters, or persecution, and they often face uncertain futures. For some, the only hope may be to seek asylum and receive humanitarian relief that will allow them to remain in the U.S. rather than being returned to situations where they would be at risk of suffering serious harm. However, proposed changes to the rules followed by immigration officials may limit people's ability to obtain this vital form of protection.

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 Posted on February 16, 2023 in Immigration

Family-based immigration provides the opportunity for family members to be together and build a life in the United States. Family-based visas are often the most efficient way to immigrate to the U.S., as they can usually be granted more quickly than other types of visas. There are multiple types of visas available depending on the relationship between family members and a sponsor's status as either a U.S. citizen or Green Card holder. In addition to the ability for families to complete the immigration process as quickly and easily as possible, family-based visas offer a number of other benefits:

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 Posted on January 24, 2023 in Immigration

In recent years, the technology industry has seen a great deal of upheaval, and the economy of the United States and the world as a whole has also undergone some major changes. As a result, many companies have taken steps to reduce their workforce and lay off workers. More than 150,000 tech employees were laid off in 2022, and more than 35,000 layoffs have already occurred in 2023. These layoffs have hit immigrant workers especially hard. For those who have entered the United States on employment-based visas, the loss of a job may affect their immigration status, and they may need to determine what steps to take to avoid being forced to leave the country.

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 Posted on January 16, 2023 in Immigration

Over the past several years, the United States has faced an immigration crisis. Thousands of migrants have attempted to enter the country on a daily basis, and millions of people have been deported or expelled. In many cases, these migrants have fled dangerous situations in their home countries, and they have sought asylum in the U.S. Unfortunately, due to the high number of both illegal border crossings and legal attempts to enter the United States, the immigration system has struggled to keep up, and many people have been forced to live in dangerous and unstable conditions. To address these issues and to attempt to help migrants enter and live in the U.S. legally, the administration of President Joe Biden is seeking to implement a number of reforms.

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 Posted on December 20, 2022 in Immigration

Immigrants who are victims of crime can face a variety of hardships, especially if they have limited options for leaving a dangerous situation and are concerned that they may face deportation. Fortunately, some victims can receive protection in the form of U visas. Understanding who is eligible for these visas and how they work can help those affected by crime know their rights and seek humanitarian relief.

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 Posted on December 13, 2022 in Immigration

Over the past several years, conditions in Haiti have become very volatile. An unstable political situation became much worse after the assassination of the country's president in 2021, and high levels of gang violence have put many people at risk. Environmental disasters have made problems even worse, leading to issues such as a lack of access to food, water, and medicine, as well as outbreaks of diseases such as cholera. Because of these issues, many people have fled the country and sought safety in the United States. Unfortunately, a large number of Haitian migrants have been deported or expelled, putting them at risk of further harm. 

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 Posted on November 28, 2022 in Immigration

On November 15, 2022, a federal judge in Washington, D.C. issued a ruling that will put an end to a policy that has been used by immigration officials over the past few years to expel immigrants without going through the typical deportation procedures. This policy, which is known as Title 42, was put in place by the Donald Trump administration, and its stated purpose was to protect public health and safety during the COVID-19 pandemic. However, it has continued to be used by immigration officials even as the dangers of COVID-19 have receded. Following this change, people who enter the United States may be able to avoid expedited expulsions, and they will be more likely to obtain humanitarian relief through asylum or other means.

Why Is Title 42 Ending?

The Trump administration's stated reasons for implementing the Title 42 policy were to prevent the spread of COVID-19 infections by migrants entering the U.S. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) put this rule in place, stating that quickly expelling immigrants from the country was necessary to protect public safety. However, many human rights advocates believe that the policy was actually a pretext to prevent immigrants from remaining in the United States. 

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