Alerta de noticias: ¿Cuáles son las acciones ejecutivas de inmigración del presidente Biden para promover la unidad familiar y ayudar a los Dreamers?
El 18 de junio de 2024, el presidente Biden anunció un nuevo proceso para que ciertos cónyuges no ciudadanos de ciudadanos estadounidenses soliciten la residencia permanente legal sin tener que salir de los Estados Unidos. También anunció un camino que permitiría a las personas, incluidos los beneficiarios de DACA y otros Dreamers, que hayan obtenido un título en una institución estadounidense de educación superior acreditada en los Estados Unidos y que hayan recibido una oferta de empleo de un empleador estadounidense en un campo. relacionados con su carrera, para poder recibir más rápidamente visas de trabajo. Lea nuestra Alerta de noticias para obtener más información sobre este desarrollo.
News Alert: What are President Biden’s Immigration Executive Actions to Promote Family Unity and Help Dreamers?
On June 18, 2024, President Biden announced a new process for certain noncitizen spouses of U.S. citizens to apply for lawful permanent residence without having to leave the United States. He also announced a pathway that would allow individuals, including DACA recipients and other Dreamers, who have earned a degree at an accredited U.S. institution of higher education in the United States, and who have received an offer of employment from a U.S. employer in a field related to their degree, to be able to more quickly receive work visas. Read our News Alert for more information about this development.
Success Stories: O-1B Extraordinary Ability Visa Petition Approved for French Chef at USCIS
We recently received an O-1 extraordinary ability petition approval for a French Chef working at a restaurant with multiple locations in the United States. Congratulations to our clients!
FAQ: Immigration Remedies for Domestic Violence Victims
U.S. immigration law provides protections and remedies for abused foreign spouses of U.S. citizens and legal permanent residents. If you are a victim of domestic violence, it’s important to know that you do not have to continue living with your abuser. Read our blog post to learn more about your immigration options.
FAQ: How long is the Form I-693 medical examination valid? When does my form I-693 expire?
Effective April 4, 2024, any Form I-693 that was properly completed and signed by a civil surgeon on or after Nov. 1, 2023, does not expire, and can be used indefinitely as evidence to show that the applicant is not inadmissible on health-related grounds. Find out more in our FAQ about this new policy.
Success Stories: Marriage-based green card application approved for adjustment of status applicant from Colombia
We recently received a marriage-based green card application approval for our client from Colombia who is the spouse of a U.S. citizen. Congratulations to our clients!
News Alert: Ombudsman’s Office Tests New Features for Online Case Assistance Request Form
The Office of the Citizenship and Immigration Services Ombudsman (CIS Ombudsman) is currently testing a new format for our DHS Form 7001, Request for Case Assistance, as well as new features for uploading documents and checking on the status of your request. Learn more about this new development.
Success Stories: Permanent Residence Granted for Adjustment of Status applicant from Russia
We recently received an approval for legal permanent residence (a green card) for a national of Russia and it was granted without an interview. Congratulations to our clients!
FAQ: What should I know about the recent USCIS fee increase?
On April 1, 2024, the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) increased its fees for immigration petitions and applications as well as released new versions of certain forms. Read our FAQ to learn more about this new development.
Success Stories: I-130 Spousal Petition approved for national of Algeria
We recently received an approval at the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) of a spousal petition filed by a permanent resident for her spouse who is a national of Algeria. Congratulations to our clients!
News Alert: USCIS Increases Automatic Extension of Work Permits from 180 to up to 540 days
On April 8, 2024, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) increased the automatic extension period for employment authorization and/or Employment Authorization Documents (EAD/”work permit”) to up to 540 days. Find out more in our News Alert.
FAQ: What happens at a Naturalization Oath Taking Ceremony?
What happens at a naturalization oath taking ceremony? Find out what to expect at your U.S. Citizenship Oath Taking Ceremony.
Success Stories: O-1 Visa Approval for Brazilian Technical Fashion Apparel Designer at the Consulate in Rio De Janeiro
We recently received an O-1 extraordinary ability petition approval for a Brazilian Technical Fashion Apparel Designer & Product Developer at the U.S. Consulate in Rio De Janeiro petitioned by her U.S. employer. Congratulations to our clients!
News Alert: Important Update on Interview Waivers for Nonimmigrant Visa Renewal Applicants
To address the lengthy backlogs at consulates overseas, the Secretary of State, in consultation with the Department of Homeland Security, has determined that interview waivers for some nonimmigrant applicants are in the national interest. Find out which applicants are exempt from the interview requirement.
Success Stories: Permanent Residence Granted to adjustment of status applicant who entered on a K-1 Fiancee Visa from the Dominican Republic
We recently had an approval for permanent residence (green card) for a Dominican national who entered on a K-1 Visa based on her marriage to her U.S. Citizen spouse at the USCIS Queens Field Office. Congratulations to our clients!
FAQ: How do I apply for a Green Card/Permanent Residence as the Fiancé(e) of U.S. Citizen?
In order to obtain a K-1 fiancé(e) visa, you and your fiancé(e) must intend to marry each other within 90 days of your foreign fiancé(e) entering the U.S as a K-1 nonimmigrant. After you get married within that period, you may apply for adjustment of status, the process in which your spouse (former fiancé(e)) obtains permanent residence. Find out more about this process in our FAQ.
News Alert: 7 Things to Know About the USCIS Fee Increase on April 1st
Effective April 1, 2024, the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) will increase its fees for immigration petitions and applications. Find out what’s change and how much more applicants will be required to pay in our news alert.
Success Stories: Naturalization granted to permanent resident from the Philippines married to US Citizen at the NYC Field Office
We recently had an approval for naturalization (getting U.S. Citizenship) for a permanent resident from the Philippines married to a U.S. Citizen at the USCIS New York City Field Office. Congratulations to our clients!
Success Stories: Permanent Residence Granted to Transgender Filipina based on marriage to her U.S. citizen spouse
We recently received an approval for legal permanent residence (a green card) for a transgender Filipina client based on her marriage to her U.S. citizen spouse and it was granted without an interview. Congratulations to our clients!
FAQ: How do I change my address with USCIS? What is form AR-11?
If you are a foreign national in the United States, generally you must report a change of address to USCIS within 10 days of moving. This is especially important if you have a pending application. Find out how to change your address with USCIS in this FAQ.