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 →
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 →
LGBTQ Immigrant Rights and Green Card Opportunities for Same-Sex Couples
In the United States, improvements in LGBTQ immigrant rights mean more people have equal treatment and protections.…Continue Reading →
Visa Sponsorship and How It Works
Family, employment and even self-petitioning are all ways to get a visa sponsorship in the United States. Here’s how to start the process.…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 →
U.S. Income Taxes and Immigration Consequences
As a general rule, U.S. tax law applies to you if you live in the United States or spend a significant amount of time here. And income taxes can affect immigration status.…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 Health Insurance for Green Card Applicants
Healthcare coverage can actually help certain applicants seeking permanent residence (green card). Plus, receiving government financial assistance for healthcare is not a negative factor when applying for a green card.…Continue Reading →
Form I-130 Checklist for Spouses: Starting the Immigration Process
Filing Form I-130, Petition for Alien Relative, for a spouse has additional requirements. Our I-130 checklist for spouses helps you prepare the petition package correctly.…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 →