The public charge rule allows immigration officials to deny certain visa or green card applications if they determine an immigrant is likely to depend on government benefits. The rule evaluates factors such as income, health, family size, education, and use of public...
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Does the Diversity Visa Lottery affect adjustment of status?
The Diversity Visa Lottery (DV Lottery) offers individuals from underrepresented countries a chance to obtain a green card. For those who win the lottery and are already in the United States, understanding how it affects the adjustment of status process can be vital....
How can visa overstayers adjust their status in the U.S.?
Overstaying a visa makes the adjustment of status process challenging, but not impossible. Understanding options and eligibility helps applicants navigate these obstacles to obtain legal permanent residency. Eligibility requirements for adjustment of status Not all...
How to prepare for your asylum interview
An interview with an officer is an important part of the process of gaining asylum. This meeting gives you a chance to tell your story. Understandably, you may be nervous before you go in, but you can gain confidence and present a strong case with a clear strategy...
Understanding your rights during immigration detention
Are you or a relative facing immigration detention? You likely worry about your status and what could happen next. The experience can be stressful and overwhelming, especially if you are unfamiliar with the process. However, you still have rights that the law...
How SNAP benefits influence immigration status
Navigating the complexities of immigration status while receiving government assistance can be confusing. Many immigrants in California wonder if receiving SNAP benefits, commonly known as food stamps, can impact their immigration status. How SNAP benefits work SNAP...
What to expect during the visa application process
Applying for a visa can be a complex and lengthy process, but knowing what to expect helps you navigate it more smoothly. The visa application process involves several steps, from gathering documents to attending an interview. Each step requires careful preparation to...
When are you too old to receive DACA protection?
Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals is a program that offers protection for many young immigrants in the United States. It helps those who arrived as children to avoid deportation and obtain work permits. You might understandably wonder, though, if there is an age...
Understanding the Special Immigrant Juvenile classification
Humanitarian-based adjustment of immigration status is a helpful tool for vulnerable groups, particularly minors in need of protection. One significant form of relief under this category is the Special Immigrant Juvenile Status. This status provides certain...
3 things to do if you lose your job on a work visa
Losing your job while in the United States on an employment visa can be a stressful and overwhelming experience. Not only did you lose your job, but you also have to deal with the effect of that loss on your immigration status. There are 3 key things to do if you lose...
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