Immigration
US Visa Types Explained
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. Knowing the appropriate category of visa that you may need for your temporary nonimmigrant visit…
Read MoreA Quick Guide to Naturalization
A Quick Guide to Naturalization: How to Become a U.S. Citizen For those who hold permanent residency status in the United States, becoming a naturalized citizen is the next step for many. Naturalized citizenship provides a promise of a permanent home. Further, it provides a valuable and stable future for immigrants’ family members. In this…
Read MoreUnderstanding Green Card Marriage
United States citizens may apply for a spouse to earn a green card by marriage. Similarly, after foreign citizens have lived and worked in the United States and met the qualifications for permanent residency status, they too may apply for a green card by marriage for a spouse. The process for a green card by…
Read MoreVisa Options: How to Become a Permanent Resident of the U.S
Green card holders or permanent residents of the United States are allowed to live in the country indefinitely, own their own business, work, and even join the military. Though you cannot vote or receive government benefits, you will have the privilege of applying for citizenship after five years. Moreover, you will be protected by the…
Read MoreHow to Choose the Best Immigration Lawyer
It’s crucial to find the best immigration lawyer and understand your legal situation for your case. Interpreting current immigration laws is difficult due to rumors and commentary in the news, internet, and legislature. In many places, particularly in Texas, the situation is changing rapidly. Your best protection is a qualified immigration lawyer to inform and…
Read More8 Reasons to Book Your Immigration Lawyer Free Consultation
With so much national attention on immigration and law enforcement, consulting with an experienced Austin immigration lawyer for a free consultation is a significant step toward understanding your rights and achieving peace of mind. Also, having a trusted immigration lawyer nearby whom you can call in case of a confrontation with law enforcement is essential.…
Read MoreEverything You Need to Know About the U.S. Citizenship Test
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 is it and…
Read MoreThe Complexity of Immigration Reform
The Complexity of Immigration Reform The United States was founded by immigrants, people traversing the Atlantic Ocean in search of a new and better life. Much like our forefathers of the 1600 and 1700s, immigrants to the United States today are looking for the same thing. Immigration is an issue that is filled with the…
Read MoreHealth Insurance for Illegal Immigrants
California Contemplating Health Insurance for Illegal Immigrants California lawmakers are finding themselves coming face-to-face with stories from around the state about illegal immigrants who cannot afford the most basic of healthcare. Clinics, such as the one in San Diego that treated an immigrant suspected of having cancer, cannot run the needed tests to help their…
Read MoreAsylum Seekers Face Border Flights
Asylum Seekers Face Processing Away from The Border Asylum seekers from south of the American border are now facing a new dilemma as the Trump administration continues its crack down on immigration. According to a Customs and Border Protection (CBP) official, asylum-seeking families may find themselves flown across the United States to have their initial…
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