You may have a lot riding on your immigration application with the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), which is why it is understandable that you probably check its online case status tool daily. If the message is consistently stuck on “Case Was Received,” or eventually changes to “No Updates Available” or “Case Not... Read More

It happens far too often that foreign students studying in the United States mistake their visa’s expiration date with their I-94 Arrival/Departure Record’s duration of stay. That is, the latter is what indicates the deadline for a student’s lawful presence in the country, and therefore the date by which they must schedule their departure or... Read More

In your research for obtaining a green card in the United States, you may have learned that your spouse, child, or parent who is a citizen or lawful permanent resident may sponsor your application. Or, you may find an eligible U.S.-based employer willing to file for labor certification and an immigrant petition on your behalf.... Read More

When you initially applied for your nonimmigrant visa, your intention may have been to temporarily experience tourism, schooling, or work life in the United States. In your wildest dreams, you may have never expected wanting to stay in this foreign country for the long term. What’s more, your authorized stay date may approach quicker than... Read More

Even if your child was not born as a United States citizen, you may have made efforts to get them a permanent residency status (i.e., a green card). However, before you know it, they may have reached an adult age, and you never got around to petitioning for their citizenship. Well, please read on to... Read More

As an international student studying in the United States, you may be familiar with your educational institution’s designated school official (DSO). This individual may serve as your primary point of contact for any questions or issues surrounding your F-1 student visa status. And so, you are encouraged to turn to them if and when you... Read More

You may have finally earned an immigration status in the United States. Now, it may seem like the best and most natural next step to get the same for your child. Well, please continue reading to learn whether you can help your child get permanent resident status in the U.S. and how an experienced Lyndhurst... Read More

You may have a family member who wishes to obtain a green card here in the United States. But before they can file Form I-485, Application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust Status, you must serve as their sponsor and submit Form I-130, Petition for Alien Relative. Essentially, this tells the United States Citizenship and... Read More

You may already know you cannot travel anywhere outside the United States without a valid passport. However, depending on your current status and the duration of your planned travel, you may need to carry other supporting documents as well, such as a reentry permit. Without further introduction, please continue reading to learn whether you need... Read More

You may be immediately authorized to obtain employment once the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) approves your Form I-589, Application for Asylum and Withholding of Removal. While this may be great news you do not want to take for granted, you may still wonder whether you can legally work in the country during... Read More