The U.S. Domicile Requirement for Sponsors

February 11, 2016

The U.S. Domicile Requirement for Sponsors

“I live overseas with my intending immigrant relative” A relatively uncommon but nonetheless important situation arises where the petitioner in a... Read More

Joint Sponsorship in Family-based Immigrant Petitions

February 9, 2016

Joint Sponsorship in Family-based Immigrant Petitions

“I don’t make enough money to sponsor my relative on my own” As part of the immigrant visa application process, petitioners must demonstrate... Read More

The Continuous Residence and Physical Presence requirements for Naturalization

February 1, 2016

The Continuous Residence and Physical Presence requirements for Naturalization

“I recently took a trip longer than 6 months but I want to apply for my citizenship” The continuous residence and physical presence requirements... Read More

Determining Extreme Hardship for Purposes of an I-601A Unlawful Presence Waiver

January 29, 2016

Determining Extreme Hardship for Purposes of an I-601A Unlawful Presence Waiver

“My spouse entered the country illegally and has remained here ever since…” The Provisional Unlawful Presence Waiver is a valuable tool for the... Read More

Does Divorce Make it Impossible to Keep Your Green Card?

January 27, 2016

Does Divorce Make it Impossible to Keep Your Green Card?

Despite the best of intentions, not all marriages last forever. If you recently obtained your two-year conditional green card through marriage, you... Read More

Understanding Visa Availability

January 26, 2016

Understanding Visa Availability

Immigration attorneys are frequently asked by clients how long it will take to obtain a green card. In the United States, this depends on several... Read More

I have been arrested since becoming a permanent resident. Can I still become a U.S. citizen?

August 25, 2015

I have been arrested since becoming a permanent resident. Can I still become a U.S. citizen?

Can I still become a U.S. citizen? One of the requirements for naturalization is good moral character. An applicant for naturalization must show that... Read More

I was granted a conditional green card after my spouse’s family petition was approved.

I was granted a conditional green card after my spouse’s family petition was approved.

How do I remove the conditions and obtain an unrestricted green card? You must file Form I-751, Petition to Remove Conditions on Residence. The... Read More

Can I travel outside the United States while my Petition to Remove Conditions on Residence is pending?

Can I travel outside the United States while my Petition to Remove Conditions on Residence is pending?

After filing your Petition to Remove Conditions on Residence (Form I-751), you will receive a receipt notice on USCIS Form I-797. This document will... Read More