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If you’re a U.S. lawful permanent resident (LPR), also known as a green card holder, international travel is permitted, but it’s not without green card travel risks. While your green card allows you to return to the U.S., certain types of tra… Read More

What do taxes and immigration paperwork have in common? Aside from being daunting tasks, the two converge in the I-864 Affidavit of Support form, which is a critical component when you file the family-based adjustment of status application for yourse… Read More

Foreign nationals living in the United States are required by law to carry proof of their lawful status. While many people are aware that they need to maintain valid immigration documents and potentially register per the alien registration requiremen… Read More

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… Read More

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),… Read More

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… Read More

At Sumner Immigration Law, we understand how stressful the immigration process can be, especially when faced with the possibility of an encounter with immigration officers such as ICE. However, staying informed about your immigration rights and havin… Read More

The PERM employment-based green card process includes various classifications that impact how long you may have to wait for a green card. There are two primary categories for the PERM-based green card filings, EB-2 and EB-3. What Are EB-2 and EB-3 Cl… Read More