If someone in Kentucky (or anywhere, for that matter) were to ask you why you married your spouse, you may have many different answers. Perhaps it was the way he or she made you feel comfortable, like you could be yourself and not worry about impressions. Maybe it was...
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Asylum and refugee status
The refugee and asylum application processes can be complex and time-consuming, but they are effective means to protect many immigrants from unsafe situations. According to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, refugees are people who seek entrance into...
Reviewing the Immigration and Nationality Act
The United States has long been the preferred destination of millions from around the world seeking opportunities to better theirs and their families' circumstances. However, the immigration history of the U.S. has long been influenced by different policies and trends...
The daca program, kentucky and hope for the future
At the center of America's highly debated topics lies the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals Program. After the Trump administration's confirmation earlier this year that the DACA Program would begin phasing out, countless Kentucky residents fear for what the...
Non-U.S. citizens can get a valid Kentucky drivers license
According to ABC News, roads in the United States have plenty of unlicensed drivers operating vehicles on them. The reason may be that the penalty when convicted of doing so is often fairly benign, such as a small fine, at least for a first offense. This leniency may...
What’s the point of a points-based visa system?
As a prospective immigrant who wants to enter Kentucky or another location in the United States in the hope of securing a better life for yourself and your family, you're likely already aware that the process may be complicated and stressful. If you follow current...
Interview now required of more green card applicants
As immigrants living in Kentucky are well aware, any change to one's immigration status can be time-consuming and complex. Under the current administration, all signs point to the process becoming even longer. As The Atlantic notes, there is no single process for...
Dual nationality acceptable and sometimes complicated
Kentucky residents may be United States citizens while also being nationals of a foreign country at the same time. The U.S. accepts dual nationality although it can pose dichotomies at times that are hard to reconcile. Dual nationality signifies that a person is a...
What is the naturalization test?
The U.S. naturalization test assesses your familiarity with the country's language and basic history. If you are an immigrant in Kentucky seeking legal citizenship of the United States, this test will most likely be part of your naturalization process. According to...
What is the affirmative asylum process?
As someone living in Kentucky who's seeking asylum in the United States, there are unfortunately a number of hoops you'll likely need to jump through to achieve that status. Applying for asylum can be a tricky thing to navigate. Here's what you may need to know about...