The K-1 visa allows an American citizen to bring a fiance in to the country before they marry. In order for someone to legally enter the country with a K-1 visa, they will have to demonstrate an authentic relationship between them and the person they intend to marry....
There’s a lot of claims made about immigration policies and procedures today -- and the government clearly doesn’t appreciate some of them. The Executive Office for Immigration Review (EOIR) just released a report that seeks to debunk a lot of the “myths” surrounding...
The citizenship test has traditionally had 100 questions. Those trying to pass do not need to answer them all, nor are they even asked all of these questions. They’re given them to study. When they take the test, they have often had to answer 10 questions to pass with...
Have you ever seen the movie Green Card or any one of a number of movies or TV shows where two people get married so that one person can get a green card? They answer a series of questions from a no-nonsense government employee to determine whether their relationship...
The U.S. Department of State has a teacher-exchange program that allows educators from other countries to come to the U.S. on J-1 visas to teach in primary and secondary schools. Teachers who are granted these visas are allowed to work in accredited schools for a...
Immigration is one of the things that makes the United States so special. This is a country of immigrants from all over the world. As someone who is looking to come to or stay in the United States permanently as an immigrant, it’s important that you have the right...
There are two major government agencies that handle immigration and deportation issues in the United States. The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) is responsible for performing background checks, issuing visas and helping people become...
Regardless of which candidate wins the presidential election next month, the fact is that the Trump administration has left an indelible mark on the immigration process. The administration’s policies of family separation at the border and attempted repeal of the...
Immigrating to a new country can be challenging, confusing and intimidating. You will be thrilled and excited, as well, since you have likely dreamed of this for a long time, and it is now all coming together. And you should feel that way. But you also need to...
Many people who enter the U.S. do so for opportunities for themselves and their families. They may want access to better health care or more career advancements and financial opportunities. It's only natural once you have secured a permanent position here either as a...
