When an employer offers a job to a foreign national, it may also need to sponsor him or her to become a permanent resident. This involves filing a petition to show that the employer plans to hire the immigrant when the petition receives approval from the U.S....
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What can you do if your application is denied?
If you are an immigrant who wants to live and work in Kentucky, then you must apply for immigration. But what do you do if your application gets denied? Are there any options left? Not every denial is eligible for appeal. But for many people, that possibility exists....
Can you lose your permanent resident status?
You should be proud once you acquire your green card in Kentucky. It is a big deal and classifies you as a lawful permanent resident with many protected rights. No matter how you acquired it though, there are a couple ways that put your permanent resident status at...
Can ICE enter my home without a warrant?
There is some debate in Kentucky over whether Immigration and Customs Enforcement may enter your home without a warrant. The requirement for a warrant before entering a private residence protects U.S. citizens, but the Immigration and Nationality Act makes allowances...
Reviewing the green card application process
With a green card, you can work and live in the United States permanently. It is important to understand the application process before moving forward, as it can be expensive and time-consuming. Review these steps if you already reside in the U.S. and want to apply to...
Appeal filed following denial of visa for trafficking victim
Those involved in the immigration process in Kentucky know that it involves a great number of complexities. Many of those come as a result of the unique complexities of one's individual case. While many might assume that immigration policies cover most scenarios (in...
What are the types of family-based immigration?
Bringing your family to live in the United States with you is a possibility if you meet certain requirements. The U.S. Department of State explains that you must be either a U.S. citizen or a lawful permanent resident to sponsor a relative coming into the country. ...
Federal government to collect more biometrics from immigrants
In early September 2020, the federal government publicized its intentions to collect more biometric information from hopeful immigrants. The new rules will allow the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to require immigrants to provide more identifying information at...
Things to know if ICE arrives at your door
You might be one of many immigrants in Kentucky who didn’t have all paperwork in order when you entered the United States. Then again, perhaps you had all the proper documents and have been living and working in the U.S. for a while now but recently encountered legal...
Can you lose asylee status?
Once you apply for asylum and receive asylee status, it can be a huge relief. Unfortunately, some people mistake asylee status for permanent residency. The truth is that it is not the same as being a permanent resident. After you obtain asylee status, you can lose...