Category: Immigration
Can victims of criminal activity receive a U.S. visa?
The U.S. government places a priority on investigating crimes, and also on protecting victims of crime. The government issues a specific visa to meet these important objectives. Immigration status The 2000 Victims of Trafficking and Violence Act authorizes a type of visa status known as U nonimmigrant for victims of certain gender crimes and other offenses who
How will my divorce affect my immigration status?
You are able to anticipate and plan some things in life and you have little or no control over other things. For example, you were able to anticipate and plan the move from your native country to the United States to pursue a better life for you and for your family. On the other hand, you probably
Crimes of moral turpitude and deportation
The immigration laws in the United States are incredibly complex. As such, it can be difficult to navigate them and know, exactly, how divorce and criminal matters may affect your immigration status. This can be incredibly stressful, especially if you’re facing criminal charges that you’re afraid may lead to deportation. That’s why it may be
Will the DACA program soon be coming to an end?
Many undocumented migrants came to the United States as young children and now live and work here with few ties to the nation of their birth. It’s not their fault that they ended up in the United States illegally. Unfortunately, one program in place to protect these people from deportation may soon be coming to
How does a DUI conviction affect your immigration status?
If you’re in the United States as an immigrant, then you know that the risk of deportation is always looming over you. Even though that may drive you to live on the straight and narrow, abiding every law that you’re aware of, you can still find yourself on the receiving end of allegations of criminal
Will I face deportation if I divorce my U.S. citizen spouse?
In today’s global society it is perfectly understandable that you may have come to the United States to marry a U.S. citizen. You may have been happily married for a few months or a year or so when things fall apart, and you end up divorcing. If you are not yet a full permanent resident,
How do I apply for a Green Card?
In order to legally live and work in the United States on a permanent basis, you will need a Permanent Resident Card, more commonly known as a Green Card. You may be eligible for a Green Card if you meet the criteria listed for at least one of the following categories: Family Employment Special Immigrant
What should students know about immigration and financial aid?
Undocumented immigrants in Virginia will undoubtedly have questions about how they can try to build a life in the United States. Some will focus on simply staying and avoiding deportation. For others, the goal is to attend a college or university. In addition to questions about their status, they will also want to know if
¿En qué está el DACA hoy por hoy?
Con las mil idas y venidas que ha habido para este programa, es importante actualizarse constantemente, y le informaremos las últimas novedades a este respecto. Al día de hoy, una corte de apelaciones federal de Nueva Orleans está escuchando alegatos donde se está cuestionando la legalidad del programa. Un más que breve resumen de su
What are employment immigration preferences for professionals?
The United States is widely respected for its opportunities. People from around the globe often want to come to the U.S. to live, work and be educated to take advantage of them. Employers in the public and private sector are constantly looking for experienced and qualified professionals in a variety of areas whether that is