On April 10, 2025, there was a significant development concerning the humanitarian parole programs for nationals from Cuba, Haiti, Nicaragua, and Venezuela (collectively known as CHNV Parole Program). A federal judge in Boston indicated her intention…
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The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) recently implemented a mandatory Alien Registration Requirement (ARR) for many noncitizens living in the United States. This new initiative, administered by U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS),…
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It’s not uncommon for a foreign national here in the U.S. on an F-1 student visa or other temporary visa classification (H-1B, L-1, TN, E-2, J-1, etc.) to fall in love with a U.S. citizen or green card holder, get married, and apply for a marri…
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If your green card is about to expire, it’s crucial to understand which form to file for the green card renewal process. Filing the wrong form can lead to denials, costly delays, and complications. Here are some tips to consider as you navigate the…
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Election season is in full swing here in the U.S., with Election Day approaching on November 5th. The U.S. immigration journey often brings a lot of anxiety and uncertainty, and this is especially true when we face the possibility of a new President…
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What are the visa bulletin predictions beyond August 2024? The good news is that the August 2024 visa bulletin has arrived, and there is no retrogression in any visa classifications. For a quick overview of the movement we saw in the August 2024…
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Biden’s parole in place program for spouses of U.S. citizens was announced today! This program actually has two aspects: parole in place for spouses of U.S. citizens, and an employment-based aspect for DACA recipients and other “Dreamers.…
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When you’re filing a marriage-based immigration petition with USCIS, or applying for a marriage-based visa with the U.S. Department of State, you must include sufficient evidence of a bona fide marriage. That means you must include sufficient e…
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We love helping people apply for U.S. citizenship! But we often hear our clients give reasons not to apply for naturalization. Those reasons are often wrong! Here’s a list of common reasons we hear for not applying, and why those reasons may no…
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File now to avoid the USCIS fee changes! In January 2023 we wrote about the proposed rule that would significantly increase USCIS filing fees. Emily also posted about the impending higher USCIS fees on her LinkedIn page a few weeks ago. The time has…
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