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...
Month: April 2022
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
Immigration Fraud & Frivolous Applications
We discuss the difference between immigration fraud and frivolous applications and some of the consequences. Please remember: just tell the truth on all immigration applications. What is immigration fraud? Material misrepresentation is when you say your married when...
Does a criminal record affect my immigration?
In this Immigration Explained video we meet Attorney Richard Drucker and he discusses how a criminal record might impact your immigration process. If I have been convicted of a crime in my country can I obtain a Visa or Green Card for the United States? Depends on the...
Who Wants to be a Millionaire?
Thousands already are – More than a 36 million worldwide and they are moving to the United States according to visualcapitalist.com. In this video we discuss the different visas available. If I am a millionaire in South America, Asia or Europe and want to move to the...
Temporary Protected Status (TPS)
Temporary Protected Status is a temporary status given to eligible nationals of designated countries affected by armed conflict or natural disaster. This allows persons to live and work in the United States for limited times. What is temporary Protected Status (TPS)?...