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Immigration is frequently changing. Here at Nanthaveth and Associates, we like to keep you updated with the latest news in local and national immigration, tell you about changes within our firm, and share helpful information pertaining to your immigration needs.
If you have permanent residency in the U.S., applying for naturalization is the final step toward becoming a U.S. citizen – but as part of the naturalization process, you’ll have to take a citizenship test. As Austin immigration attorneys, we get a lot of questions about the U.S. citizenship test: what’s on it, how long…
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Getting a green card is oftentimes a lengthy and challenging process, so being granted permanent residency in the U.S. can feel like a major accomplishment. If you apply for a green card and your application gets denied, it’s a big disappointment—but you do have options. Here, we’ll talk about how to make a second effort…
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If you have a pending application for a green card with U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), you may be able to work in the U.S. while your application is processing by applying for an Employment Authorization Document (EAD). The EAD proves you’re authorized to work during this time. If you have an application for a…
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Navigating the world of immigration law can be tricky, especially when it comes to birthright citizenship. This article aims to simplify this complex topic by exploring its history and legal background. We’ll also discuss current issues like “birth tourism” and what could happen if birthright citizenship is repealed. If you’re considering dual citizenship, we’ll cover…
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In a recent KVUE news segment, Austin immigration attorney Vi Nanthaveth provided insights into the challenges surrounding green card processing delays. The story focused on a Central Texas woman who filed a lawsuit against federal agencies after experiencing prolonged delays in her husband’s green card application. Attorney Nanthaveth explained that such delays can stem from…
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In a recent KVUE news report, Austin immigration attorney Vi Nanthaveth weighed in on a disturbing case involving the deportation of a mother and her three children — two of whom are reportedly U.S. citizens. According to nonprofit advocates and attorneys, Denisse Parra Vargas and her children were detained after a traffic stop in North…
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In a recent report by KVUE, Austin immigration attorney Vi Nanthaveth offered legal perspective on a case that has drawn increasing attention — the nearly two-year detention of Vincent Jobo, a former Texas rugby player held in U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) custody. The segment highlights Jobo’s background as a South African national who…
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In a recent news report by KVUE, Austin-based immigration attorney Vi Nanthaveth was invited to share her insights on the unexpected termination—and now partial reinstatement—of student visas affecting hundreds of international students across Texas. The article outlines how institutions like the University of Texas and Texas State University are now seeing some student visas reactivated…
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The topic of immigration, regardless of legality, is one of the most controversial and complicated issues in American politics today. Terms like deportation, undocumented immigrant, and sanctuary city are often debated via public forums throughout the country. You may find yourself wondering what it means when a jurisdiction, whether a city, county, or other municipality,…
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After jumping through hoops for a green card, many lawful permanent residents ask themselves, “Do I need an immigration lawyer for citizenship?” While everyone understands how crucial it is to have an immigration attorney beside you during the immigration process, the naturalization process may seem much simpler than the process of obtaining a green card.…
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