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Things to Know About the Medical Exam When Applying for a Green Card
Regardless of whether you are applying for a green card from within the United States or from outside of the country, you will likely have to undergo a medical exam. The purpose of the exam is to make sure that you do not have a health condition that could deem you inadmissible to the… Read More »
How Can a Habeas Corpus Petition Help with Release from Custody?
Habeas corpus, also sometimes referred to as ‘The Great Writ’ is one of the most powerful protections available to individuals the government has detained. If you or someone you love has been detained, it is critical that you understand the right to this legal protection, as it can make all the difference for immigrants… Read More »
What to Expect After an Immigration Bond is Cancelled
Navigating the United States’ immigration system is stressful, particularly when immigration bonds and Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) are involved. Many people are relieved when they receive an immigration bond but it is important to note that while it does signal the end of a specific legal chapter, it can also raise new issues… Read More »
What are the Minimum Stay Requirements for Green Cards in the U.S.?
When people are wondering about the minimum stay requirements around green cards, they are typically trying to determine how long they must be in the United States to apply for a green card, or how long they need to stay to retain their lawful permanent resident status. There is no minimum number of days… Read More »
How to Apply for Adjustment of Status
Adjustment of status allows immigrants who are in the United States to apply for lawful permanent residency, or a green card. With a green card, immigrants can reside and work in the U.S. while also having the freedom to travel outside of the country. An adjustment of status is not available for immigrants outside… Read More »
Possible Defenses to Deportation
In the United States, ‘deportation’ refers to the legal process used by the federal government to remove foreign nationals from the country. The government deports foreign nationals for a number of reasons. Violation of immigration laws, convictions for certain crimes, and illegally entering the U.S. are just a few of these. For immigrants, there… Read More »
Can Green Card Holders Be Deported?
For immigrants in the United States, there is great comfort and security in obtaining a green card. Green cards do bring many benefits to immigrants. They have fewer restrictions on traveling and gaining employment than visa holders, receive financial assistance, join the military, and more. Unfortunately, the protections offered by a green card are… Read More »
Three Things to Know About Temporary Protected Status in the U.S.
Temporary Protected Status (TPS) in the United States offers foreign individuals in the country the opportunity to work while also being protected from deportation. TPS is an important program that provides thousands of immigrants with the opportunity to stay in the country and earn a living as long as returning to their home country… Read More »
FAQs About Renewing Your Green Card
Obtaining a green card brings a lot of peace of mind for millions of immigrants in the United States. However, obtaining a green card does not mean you do not have to worry about your legal status ever again. Standard green cards in the United States must be renewed every ten years. Generally speaking,… Read More »
Was Your Green Card Application Denied? You May Have Options
The majority of people who apply for a green card to become a lawful permanent resident are already living in the United States. The process of applying for a green card is known as an adjustment of status. Too many immigrants believe that applying for a green card is a fairly straightforward process. Unfortunately,… Read More »