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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’re an immigrant in the U.S. who’s being threatened with removal – commonly called deportation – you still have rights, even if you came here illegally or overstayed your visa. While deportation defense can be complicated, especially if you’re not sure how the system works, federal law provides you with a handful of guarantees.…
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Having a criminal record can put the brakes on your green card application. If you have a criminal conviction in your past, it’s in your best interest to talk to an Austin immigration lawyer who understands inadmissibility and how having a record could impact your ability to emigrate to the U.S. Can You Get a…
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If you’re like most people, you know that some people are eligible for a fiancé visa – but how do you get one, how long will it take, and should you work with an Austin immigration attorney throughout the process? This guide answers your questions about the K-1 fiancé visa, including: What is a fiancé…
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The United States Department of State issues visas to allow foreign nationals to enter the country for specific reasons and for defined periods of time. The individual’s purpose for coming to the U. S. establishes the category of visa required. Merely requesting a visa to enter the United States does not ensure permission will be granted.…
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The issue of immigrants entering and remaining in the United States has become the hottest issue of the day. National and state officials are publicly, and often bitterly, debating topics surrounding enforcement of current immigration laws, the status of DREAMers and so-called “sanctuary cities,” legal residency, and deportation of potential violators. To make matter more…
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Political attitudes involving immigration and residency seem to be changing. Last year, for example, the Texas legislature enacted SB-4 in an aggressive attempt to identify, locate, and remove individuals whom they feel are not in the United States legally. As a result, individuals faced with immigration court cases in Texas must adopt a far more strategic defense…
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Once you submit an Application for Citizenship with the United States Citizenship and Immigration Service (USCIS) to become a naturalized citizen, awaiting the next steps to complete your immigration case status can make anyone feel anxious. This anxiety is also common for those applying for Permanent Residency, Visas, Application for Asylum, Adjustment of Status, and other situations.…
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In recent years, United States companies have sought for employees with skills that are not always available in the United States. As a result, they actively look overseas to fill essential staffing needs, often in highly technical positions involving technology, engineering, mathematics, medicine, and more. The United States has developed an H-1B sponsorship process with set quotas…
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For those who hold permanent residency status in the United States, becoming a naturalized citizen is the next step for many. During the past decade, according to the United States Citizenship and Naturalization Service (USCIS) website, 7.4 million people have been officially welcomed as new citizens. During 2016, the U.S. recognized over 700,000 new naturalized…
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Deportation and removal proceedings should not be taken lightly. Every immigrant, including those who are fully documented and even legal green card holders, can be at risk for deportation. For many, the process can mean separation from family, friends, jobs, and a life to which they have become accustomed. Moreover, after being returned to a…
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