How does denaturalization work, and can a naturalized citizen really lose U.S. citizenship? Most people think of U.S. citizenship as permanent, and for the vast majority of naturalized Americans, it…
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When applying for an immigration benefit, such as adjustment of status (a green card) or naturalization, USCIS requires applicants to disclose their criminal history. This includes arrests, citations, any charges, prosecutions, and convictions,…
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Interview waivers are a useful tool that allow U.S. Consulates to waive the normal requirement that each visa applicant attend an interview. In the aftermath of the COVID pandemic, interview…
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A potential false claim to U.S. Citizenship should never be taken lightly. If a U.S. immigration authority discovers that you have made such a claim, the result is often a…
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When an immigration application seems to drag on indefinitely, far beyond the posted processing times with no end in sight, some applicants consider a powerful legal tool: suing for immigration…
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An immigration trial is also known as an individual hearing or a merits hearing. At the individual hearing, you will be allowed to explain how you qualify for relief from…
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How to prepare a mandamus complaint in order to overcome a motion to dismiss.
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The U.S. has suspended its refugee program, increasing restrictions on humanitarian protection. Learn about the policy changes and their legal impact.
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A criminal conviction doesn’t automatically bar you from obtaining a U.S. visa. With a waiver, many non-immigrant visa applicants can overcome inadmissibility.
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Learn how to prove the validity of your marriage under VAWA, including evidence requirements and addressing prior marriages.
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Learn about the U Visa, a form of immigration relief for crime victims in the U.S., including qualifications, benefits, and application steps.
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Discover when to consider suing USCIS or a consulate for delayed immigration applications and the factors to keep in mind.
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Learn about mandamus actions and how they can help you sue USCIS or a consulate for unreasonable delays in processing your immigration application.
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Learn what happens after suing the government for unreasonable immigration delays, including settlement possibilities and court proceedings.
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Canadian visitors who may be inadmissible to the US have the option to apply online for a waiver through CBP’s e-SAFE portal.
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A noncitizen that has been granted asylum status may be eligible to apply for legal permanent resident status also known as a green card, one year after obtaining asylum status.
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A noncitizen that has been granted refugee status may be eligible to apply for legal permanent resident status also known as a green card, one year after obtaining asylum status.
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The Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) is a critical tool to get information or documents from the government that are related to immigration matters.
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Earlier this year, our office filed a mandamus lawsuit against USCIS in federal court in California in order to compel the agency to adjudicate an I-526 petition that has been…
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Libel is not normally considered a CIMT per 9 FAM 302.3-2(B)(2). Applicant should bring all relevant documents to the visa interview and be prepared to answer questions about the incident.
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