U.S. citizens living abroad may need to reestablish U.S. domicile in order to submit Form I-864, Affidavit of Support, and help a family member immigrate.…Continue Reading →
Reestablish U.S. Domicile When Filing Form I-864
U.S. citizens living abroad may need to reestablish U.S. domicile in order to submit Form I-864, Affidavit of Support, and help a family member immigrate.…Continue Reading →
What the National Visa Center Does for You
The National Visa Center (NVC) is a part of the U.S. Department of State that helps U.S. embassies process immigrant visas. The NVC handles many of the basic tasks involved in the visa application process, such as collecting application fees and documentation, and scheduling interviews.…Continue Reading →
Entering the U.S. on a Visitor Visa with a Pending I-130 Petition
Due to nonimmigrant intent requirements, it may be difficult, but it’s not impossible to obtain a visitor visa with a pending I-130 petition.…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 →