There are many people who reside in other countries and want to live in the United States. Some want this because their family is already there, and some appreciate the work opportunities. However, some want to live in the U.S. to escape unwanted conditions. Temporary...
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What should you know about the good moral character requirement?
When applying for U.S. citizenship, you must meet several requirements. One such requirement, good moral character, seeks to ensure those who become naturalized citizens meet the same standards as the average community members where they reside. Therefore, you must...
How can you prepare for your asylum interview?
If you have an asylum interview coming up, you may feel overwhelmed or nervous. While typical to feel nervous, you should feel ready for the interview before you arrive. According to the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, you can do a few things to prepare for...
What happens when you separate children from parents?
In the many immigration battles and struggles experienced throughout the nation, one topic getting repeated media attention centers around the division of immigrant families. Specifically, the separation of children - often quite young - from their immigrant parents....
How does immigration court work?
If you enter the country illegally or otherwise have issues with your immigration, you may end up in immigration court. This system differs from the civil or criminal courts within the regular justice system. The National Immigration Forum explains immigration court...
What are the requirements for continuous residence?
As a naturalized citizen of the United States, you get granted privileges and rights that even legal residents do not get to enjoy. However, it is not easy to apply for naturalization, and you must meet several requirements before even considering it. The continuous...
Qualifying for modifications to your citizenship process
One of the proudest moments of your life may have been when you were able to sponsor your parent who applied for a permanent resident card. Receiving a green card provided many opportunities for your loved one, and you played an important role in making that happen....
When the government comes knocking at your door after the wedding
Emigrating from another country to build a new life in Kentucky may be a dream you waited years to fulfill. As a newly married person as well, you're likely still going through an adjustment period as all newlyweds typically do. As a newly married immigrant, you may...
Changes to the Refugee/Asylee Relative Petition process
You would more than likely find it nearly impossible to find someone in the United States, let alone here in Kentucky, who isn't aware of the current upheaval in immigration law going on in this country. Numerous changes already exist regarding certain laws and...
What happens to my conditional status after a divorce?
The process to obtain your conditional status was long and arduous, and it may have interfered with your wedding plans on more than one occasion. However, once achieved, you and your new spouse began your new life in the United States. That may have included finding a...