The U.S. Department of State (DOS) has announced a significant policy change that will impact where immigrant visa applicants are interviewed. Beginning November 1, 2025, applicants must attend their visa interview in the consular district corresponding to their place of residence, or, if they prefer, in their country of nationality. This policy aims to streamline processing and ensure that interviews take place in the most appropriate location based on where applicants live. However, DOS noted that there will be limited exceptions to this rule. What Applicants Need to Know 1. Where to Apply: Applicants should apply for their immigrant visa…
14Oct
The presidential election is coming up on Tuesday, November 5, 2024, and voting in the United States is one of the most important ways U.S. citizens can participate in our…
29 Oct
When a religious organization wants to sponsor someone for a green card, there are a couple of options available to them. What might initially seem like the most straightforward choice…
28 Oct
In June 2024, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced the "Keeping Families Together" program, which allows certain noncitizen spouses and stepchildren of U.S. citizens to request parole in place.…
25 Oct
Navigating the immigration landscape after the loss of a loved one can be an incredibly challenging and emotional journey. In our previous articles, we discussed two avenues that may allow…
25 Sep
Navigating the criminal justice system is challenging for anyone, but for noncitizen defendants, the stakes can be even higher. A criminal conviction can lead to severe immigration consequences, including deportation,…
24 Sep
Navigating the U.S. immigration system can be a long and sometimes uncertain process. Whether you're applying for a green card, citizenship, or any other benefit through U.S. Citizenship and Immigration…
09 Sep
As was widely anticipated, on Friday, August 23, 2024, 16 states filed a lawsuit in the Eastern District of Texas challenging the legality of the Biden-Harris Parole in Place policy. …
26 Aug
If you’re an immigrant child living in the U.S. without legal status, you might be eligible for a special form of immigration relief known as Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS).…
25 Aug
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