Applying for asylum in the United States
The United States welcomes immigrants each year from all parts of the world. Some of them are seeking asylum, which means they have experienced persecution or are in fear of persecution in their country and want to stay in the United States. There are several steps they must follow. Reasons for asylum There are several
What if an immigrant is being unlawfully detained?
In recent years, immigration has been such a difficult issue to navigate that many people are nervous about their status. Even people who have done their best to follow the law wonder what might happen to them if they are investigated and arrested. Many in Virginia worry they could be detained and deported This is
¿Cuáles derechos tendré como residente permanente? ¿Como ciudadano?
La decisión de empezar el proceso largo y arduo de ajuste de estatus migratorio es una decisión que puede tener una variedad de justificaciones. A veces empieza con una persona indocumentada que quiere obtener el derecho de trabajar legalmente. A veces es una persona que ya tiene la residencia permanente, pero quiere obtener los derechos
Is Chapter 7 bankruptcy an option for you?
Millions of Americans face the prospect of looming debt in their day-to-day lives. Not only does this cast a cloud over the family financial situation, but it can also affect a person’s mood and activities – overwhelming debt can leave a person feeling hopeless. But, for many, there is hope. They need to ask themselves:
Do I have to tell the police my immigration status?
Talking to police makes most people anxious and stressed, even if they have done nothing wrong. If you are an immigrant and have an encounter with the police or immigration agents, the experience can be even more frightening, especially if you are asked about your immigration status. You have certain constitutional rights in the United States,
Can you be deported because of a DUI?
Drunk driving is dangerous. According to the Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles, 32% of all fatal traffic accidents in the state in 2019 were alcohol-related. In an effort to improve traffic safety, Virginia has some of the toughest DUI penalties in the nation. Even someone convicted for a first-offense DUI faces a mandatory minimum fine of $250 and
How to obtain an E-2 visa
An E-2 visa is an entrepreneurial visa allowing foreign nationals to temporarily enter the U.S. and develop a for-profit business where they own at least a 50% share and in which they’ve made a substantial investment. There’s neither floor nor ceiling for that investment, but it’s generally thought the minimum to be between $100,000 to
¿Si no soy ciudadano, perderé todo en mi divorcio?
No ser ciudadano resulta en muchas dificultades en cada aspecto de la vida. A veces, los inmigrantes no ciudadanos tienen miedo de reportar crímenes a la policía, tienen preocupaciones sobre la falta de seguridad del trabajo, y más. El divorcio es un campo más en que el estatus migratorio puede traer preocupaciones adicionales. ¿Es verdad
Obtaining and renewing a green card
A green card, also known as a Permanent Resident Card, allows its holder to live and work permanently in the United States. There are several options to obtain a green card and information is available about how to renew it. Green cards One of the most common paths to a green card is through a
How does divorce affect my immigration status?
Divorce is complicated, and going through a divorce as an immigrant can mean a whole new level of complications. In addition to the other worries that come with a divorce, you may worry about deportation. The good news is that a divorce does not necessarily mean you will immediately be deported. However, you should still