A dual intent visa allows foreign nationals to be temporarily present in the U.S. with the intention of possibly immigrating permanently. Most temporary visas require nonimmigrant intent.…Continue Reading →
Dual Intent Visas and the Concept of Nonimmigrant Intent Explained
A dual intent visa allows foreign nationals to be temporarily present in the U.S. with the intention of possibly immigrating permanently. Most temporary visas require nonimmigrant intent.…Continue Reading →
Obtain a Police Clearance Certificate for your Green Card or Fiancé Visa Case
We provide an overview of the purpose for a police clearance certificate, where to obtain one, and how to make sure everything is correct submitted for the purposes of getting a green card or K-1 visa.…Continue Reading →
Immigration by Marriage: Your Options for a Spouse or Fiancé Visa
Getting married can be an overwhelming process, but determining the best path for immigration by marriage is no easier. This article discusses some of the choices between a K-1 visa (for a fiancé) and a CR-1 visa (for a spouse).…Continue Reading →
USCIS Processing Times Report Card
We analyzed the immigration agency’s performance over time and suggest how you can get the best processing times or get answers when your case is lingering.…Continue Reading →
Starting the Family-Based Green Card Process
If you would like to petition (sponsor) a family member for a green card or you are a foreign national that wants to permanently move to the United States, this article provides a basic overview of the eligibility categories and family-based green card process.…Continue Reading →
What You Need to Know About Immigrant Visa Backlog at the NVC
The immigration backlog at the NVC has gotten bad. Here’s what happened over the past year and what you can expect for 2023 to ease the green card log jam.…Continue Reading →
How to Upgrade an I-130 Petition After Naturalization
Did you recently naturalized as a U.S. citizen? If you petitioned your spouse and/or children for a green card as a permanent resident, you can upgrade an I-130 petition if you’ve now become a U.S. citizen.…Continue Reading →
7 Steps to Apply for a Green Card from Outside the United States
The majority of foreign nationals who apply for a green card do it from outside the United States at a U.S. embassy or consulate.…Continue Reading →
I-864 Affidavit of Support Sample for Green Card Sponsorships
Several years ago, CitizenPath launched an an innovative, online service to help our customers prepare Form I-864, Affidavit of Support. The online service includes a…Continue Reading →