What is an I-212 Waiver? Why would I need one? Its full name is “Application for Permission to Reapply for Admission into the United States After Deportation or Removal,” which gives a clue about its purpose. If you have left the country under a removal order and you want to come back, you will need […]
April 28, 2022
I-601/I-601A Waivers
What is the difference between an I-601 and an I-601A waiver? Both are waivers of inadmissibility that are based on hardship to a qualifying U.S. citizen or LPR relative. The main difference is that you can apply for the I-601 from inside or outside of the United States; for the I-601A, you have to be […]
Non-LPR 10-Year Cancellation of Removal
What is Ten-Year Cancellation? This is a form of relief from deportation that, unlike asylum, can only be filed defensively. The application is known as a 42B. Who can apply? You can apply for Ten-Year Cancellation if you: 1. Have been physically present in the United States for at least 10 years. 2. Can demonstrate […]
Work Permits, Social Security Numbers, and Taxes
Most immigrants in the United States want to be able to work here legally; there are many different paths to achieve this goal. Also, just like everyone else, it is very important that immigrants file taxes. They can use a Social Security Number or an Individual Taxpayer Identification Number. What are the different types of […]
Extraordinary Ability Visas
Do you have an extraordinary ability? Do you excel in the sciences, arts, education, business, or athletics, and who has a demonstrated record of extraordinary achievement in the motion picture or television industry and has been recognized nationally or internationally for those? If you still have questions then view our video to find out the answers. What […]
U-Visa Questions and Answers
What is a U-Visa? The U-Visa is a relatively new nonimmigrant visa for victims of crimes. The crime must be a serious violation of criminal law, not civil law, and the person filing must be the direct victim of the crime. For example, if a child was the victim of a crime, their parents could […]
Know Your Rights – Explained
Many immigrants are unaware of their rights in the United States. They are extremely important and can help protect you. Read on to learn more! Also refer to our Know Your Rights Cards, print one out and keep it with you. They are available in 4 languages: English, Español, 中文, عَرَبِيّ Do Immigrants have constitutional rights? Yes! The United […]
J-1 Visa – Work and Learn in America
What is a J-1 Visa? A J-1 is a type of nonimmigrant visa that allows someone to come to the United States to work, participate in training/education programs. It is intended to promote cultural exchange between the United States and other countries. What kinds of jobs or programs can I participate in? There are many […]
Extreme Hardship
Many applications require that you can show “Extreme Hardship” to a qualifying relative, like your US Citizen or Legal Permanent Resident parents, children, or spouse. Today we are going to learn more about what qualifies as Extreme Hardship. What are the two ways I need to show hardship? If the foreign born goes back what […]
Why Become a United States Citizen
After you receive your Green Card, what’s next? We discuss why it is important to become a United States Citizen. Watch us answer the most common questions. I have my Green Card – Is there a benefit to become an American Citizen? Yes. You reduce your risk of deportation, have voting rights in U.S. Elections […]
