Tips For Handling The Immigration Interview

1 August 2016
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When you're trying to secure immigration papers to extend your legal stay in the United States, you may be asked to participate in an interview with a representative from the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services department. While the idea of this interview may be intimidating, the process is pretty straightforward. Here are a few tips to help you make the process as successful as possible. Arrive prepared. Have copies of all of the forms that are required as well as the originals. Read More 

2 Alternatives To Filing An I-130 Immigration Petition

27 April 2016
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It is not uncommon for couples who plan to migrate to the United States to send one partner into the country first in order to establish citizenship. Once the partner has obtained citizenship, he or she can file an I-130 immigration petition on behalf of the spouse left behind in his or her native country. There are many factors (like petition volume or agency backlog) that can delay the processing of these immigration petitions. Read More 

What If Your Asylum Application Is Denied?

12 April 2016
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Asylum offers protection from persecution in your home country. If you fear returning home is dangerous, you can make your case to the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services, or USCIS. Unfortunately, some people do not meet the requirements and must return to their home countries. Before applying, it is important to learn what could make you ineligible for help and what you can do.  Who Is Ineligible? Immigration laws prohibit certain people from receiving asylum even if they fear persecution in their home countries. Read More