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- Are You Scared Or Prepared – Navigating Adjustment of Status Under the Trump AdministrationAdjustment of Status Under the Trump Administration: Top Key Changes & How to Prepare What You Need to Know About Adjustment of Status Under the Trump Administration If you’re considering applying for adjustment of status or are already in the process, here’s what you need to know under… Read more: Are You Scared Or Prepared – Navigating Adjustment of Status Under the Trump Administration
- F-1 to Green Card Process for Indian Nationals: A 13-Year Immigration Success StoryWorth the Wait: Helping Our Indian Client Go From F-1 to H-1B to Green Card The F-1 to green card process for Indian nationals is long and complex—but this story proves it’s worth the wait. As an immigration lawyer, some cases will stay with me long after the… Read more: F-1 to Green Card Process for Indian Nationals: A 13-Year Immigration Success Story
- What to Expect from Immigration Policy Under the Trump Administration: Real TalkWith Donald Trump back in office, many individuals and businesses are concerned about what the future holds for U.S. immigration. If history is any indicator, we may see increased scrutiny, higher denial rates, and longer wait times across various immigration categories. Here’s what you need to know about… Read more: What to Expect from Immigration Policy Under the Trump Administration: Real Talk
- Can Permanent Residents Register to Vote? USCIS Policy Alert 2024Are you a green card holder concerned about accidentally registering to vote during the 2024 election? In this election year, permanent residents must understand how unintentional voter registration can impact their citizenship application process. Our immigration attorneys explain the latest USCIS policy updates to protect your path to… Read more: Can Permanent Residents Register to Vote? USCIS Policy Alert 2024
- You May Be Eligible for the New Biden Program – Free Case Evaluation!We want to share some important news that could impact your future! There’s a new opportunity available that might help you and your family get on the path to legal status. If you can answer YES to the following questions, you might be eligible for this new program:… Read more: You May Be Eligible for the New Biden Program – Free Case Evaluation!
- Asunto: ¡Podrías Ser Elegible para el Nuevo Programa de Biden – Evaluación de Caso Gratis!Asunto: ¡Podrías Ser Elegible para el Nuevo Programa de Biden – Evaluación de Caso Gratis! Hemos tenido el placer de hablar contigo o de reunirnos en el pasado, y queríamos contactarte con una noticia importante que podría afectar tu futuro. Hay una nueva oportunidad disponible que podría ayudarte… Read more: Asunto: ¡Podrías Ser Elegible para el Nuevo Programa de Biden – Evaluación de Caso Gratis!
- Undocumented Immigrants Married to US Citizens Can Apply for Green Cards from August 19Certain undocumented immigrants married to U.S. citizens will be able to apply for residency in the United States under a new initiative intended to promote “family unity” after August 19. At present, undocumented applicants married to American citizens have to return to their own countries and wait for… Read more: Undocumented Immigrants Married to US Citizens Can Apply for Green Cards from August 19
- Married Undocumented Immigrants May Gain Residency Without Leaving the U.S.Undocumented immigrants who are married to U.S. citizens stand to gain a path to permanent residency and protection from deportation under a sweeping new immigration reform proposed by the Biden administration. The Department of Homeland Security detailed the new process to “promote family unity in the immigration process”… Read more: Married Undocumented Immigrants May Gain Residency Without Leaving the U.S.
- What Happens if I Move After Applying for Citizenship?Are you a Lawful Permanent Resident (LPR) planning to apply to naturalize? If you are also planning to change your home address in the United States after filing a citizenship application but before your interview, this can affect your application. One of the five key eligibility requirements for… Read more: What Happens if I Move After Applying for Citizenship?
- Understanding The DS-160 Nonimmigrant Visa ApplicationThe DS-160 form is known as the online nonimmigrant visa application. It is filed as part of the process requesting temporary travel to the United States. It is also used for K (fiancé(e)) visas. Electronically submitting your DS-160 online application is only the first step in a lengthy… Read more: Understanding The DS-160 Nonimmigrant Visa Application
- Six Tips to Study for the Citizenship TestApplying for U.S. citizenship is an exciting but complicated process. Every step must be meticulously completed. All applicants must pass an English and civics test to become a citizen. Although this may seem like a straightforward part of the procedure, some applicants fail to study sufficiently before the… Read more: Six Tips to Study for the Citizenship Test
- It’s Time to Start Preparing for the FY2025 H-1B Visa LotteryH-1B visa season is just around the corner and employers should finalize preparations for another highly competitive lottery process. Although United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has not yet released its dates for FY2025 visa registrations, employers and workers should make sure they are ready. Overseas workers… Read more: It’s Time to Start Preparing for the FY2025 H-1B Visa Lottery
- Pilot Program to Allow Domestic H-1B Visa Renewals Will Begin in JanuaryA pilot program that will enable some workers who perform important jobs in the United States to renew their visas without returning to their home countries is to begin next month. The visa stamping process has disrupted the lives of many skilled workers who come to the United… Read more: Pilot Program to Allow Domestic H-1B Visa Renewals Will Begin in January
- Government Launches US Pilot Program for Stamping H-1B and L-1 Visas Visa stamping is the name given to the renewal of visas issued to workers from other countries who perform important jobs in the United States. At present, workers have to return home to get their visas endorsed. They faced extensive waits from the spring of 2020 when the… Read more: Government Launches US Pilot Program for Stamping H-1B and L-1 Visas
- Non-Cash Benefits Are No Longer a Bar to Visas Under New RulesImmigrants who require government support when they move to the United States have faced barriers under the public charge rule for more than a century. Life became even more difficult in 2019 when non-cash programs like food stamps were thrown into the mix. Fortunately, the Department of Homeland… Read more: Non-Cash Benefits Are No Longer a Bar to Visas Under New Rules
- Citizenship Day 2021Ready to naturalize? Reserve your spot at our FREE Citizenship Day virtual event! Gardner & Mendoza, along with AILA (American Immigration Lawyers Association) are hosting the 15th Annual Citizenship Day event February 20, 2021, where we will help you complete your N-400 application FOR FREE! Please visit Eventbrite or call us today to make your reservation… Read more: Citizenship Day 2021