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...
Year: 2020
Preparing for your marriage green card interview
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...
What do you need to know about obtaining a J-1 visa?
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...
How long will a permanent residency card take?
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...
ICE plans to target those who didn’t depart the US as promised
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...
Next month’s election may bring welcome changes, but immigration system still is broken
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...
Tips for new immigrants
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...
Can you sponsor your children for a United States visa?
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...
The K-1 visa can help you bring your partner to the United States
You met someone you love out of the country, and that has been a difficult situation to deal with. Instead of being able to live together and get married, you have to worry about negotiating their stay in the United States. As a citizen, something that you may want to...
Immigrants often face immense challenges
People often think of the United States as a safe haven. It’s a place for them to escape the horrors that are happening in their native country. Sadly, what they think is going to be a refuge ends up being a huge challenge that’s sometimes fraught with hardships. Some...
