Immigration has been a hot topic within the last few years. Some people feel immigration numbers should be reduced. Others think they should be increased. According to the Pew Research Center, almost half of Americans say that immigration numbers should be kept as is....
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What happens if my passport becomes invalid?
An invalid passport can cause significant travel and identification issues for immigrants. Understanding the steps to address an invalid passport is essential for maintaining compliance with immigration and identification requirements. Identifying reasons for...
What does good moral character mean for American immigrants?
Immigration to the United States is a multi-step process requiring more than just paperwork; it often involves demonstrating good moral character (GMC). This phrase appears frequently in U.S. immigration law, particularly when individuals apply for citizenship,...
What are the requirements for renewing a conditional green card?
Conditional green cards are for individuals who have been married to a U.S. citizen or permanent resident for less than two years. These cards are valid for two years, and renewing them involves meeting specific requirements. It is important to follow the process...
Can refugees vote in U.S. elections?
Despite the fact that their presence has recently become a hot-button issue in U.S. politics and the media, refugees play an objectively important role in the United States by contributing to the country’s rich diversity and economy. However, there are some privileges...
What the recent change to the DACA program means for recipients
The Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program has had a rocky road since it was introduced by President Barack Obama. The program protects qualifying people (“Dreamers”) who came to the U.S. as children with undocumented parents from deportation and gives...
Compliance requirements for H-1B visa holders during job changes
Maintaining your H-1B visa status during employment changes is important. Whether you are switching employers or adjusting your role within the same company, you need to understand and follow the key compliance requirements to stay within the bounds of the law....
What could cause the loss of your green card?
Getting a green card takes a lot of work. Once you have it, you want to do all you can to protect it. While most people never lose their green cards, it can happen. Here are some of the reasons why it might: You are not resident in the United States A green card gives...
Temporary resident status for entrepreneurs in Kentucky
When exploring business opportunities in the United States, foreign entrepreneurs often consider the specific visas available to them. Kentucky offers a welcoming environment for business innovation, supported by policies that accommodate non-resident business...
Exemptions to the English requirement for U.S. citizenship
For a lot of immigrants, getting admitted to the United States on a visa is just one step toward their ultimate goal of naturalized citizenship. Unfortunately, a lot of immigrants struggle with some of the basic requirements for citizenship. In particular, the...