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. ...
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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...
What is an adjustment of status?
Immigration law can be confusing. Depending on your situation, there may be different steps you must complete to become a legal citizen. You may wonder what options you have if you are already living in the United States. For example, do you have to go back to your...
What protections does the Violence Against Women Act provide?
The American Immigration Council explains how the federal Violence Against Women Act may protect members of the immigrant community in Kentucky. The VAWA’s visa and self-petition provisions may provide relief to noncitizens who experience domestic violence,...
4 common reasons green card applications get denied
In 2018, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security states that 1,096,611 people received permanent lawful status in the country. Perhaps you want to be one of the many in the near future who also obtains this status by obtaining a green card. If your spouse is a U.S....
The benefits of successfully handling the immigration process
For many prospective immigrants (as well as those who wish to bring family members to live with them), the immigration process is daunting. This is especially true for families who have kids involved and those who do not have a lot of familiarity with legal matters...
Organizations appeal for detainee release in wake of Covid-19
As the Covid-19 virus outbreak continues, its effects are being seen at all levels. So far, the elderly and immunocompromised are at the worst risk for serious complications. This concern extends to high-risk areas like hospitals where pregnant women or those with...
Understanding the four types of immigration status
Immigration status in the United States falls into four different divisions. Each describes the citizenship status of a person in that category. There may be more specific groups within each classification. For example, the Internal Revenue Service uses more precise...
