How to Withdraw an I-130 Petition for a Spouse: Understanding Your Options

Sponsoring a spouse for a Green Card is a significant commitment, but circumstances can change. If you have filed an I-130 Petition for Alien Relative and later decide to withdraw your sponsorship, you may be wondering about the process and potential consequences. At NPZ Law Group, we frequently receive inquiries about how...

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Important: New U.S. Alien Registration Requirement – Compliance Required

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New Alien Registration Requirement Announced Under Executive Order

February 26, 2025– In response to the recent Protecting the American People Against Invasion executive order issued by President Trump on January 20, 2025, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is reinforcing the legal...

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Can Green Card Holders Be Deported? Understanding the Risks and How to Protect Your Status

With increased immigration enforcement under the current administration, many lawful permanent residents (LPRs), also known as green card holders, are questioning whether they could face deportation. While a green card provides permanent residence, it does not offer absolute protection from removal.

In this article, we outline the main reasons green card holders may...

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Anticipating Immigration Policy Shifts Under a New Trump Administration

With the possibility of Donald Trump returning to the Oval Office, businesses and employees alike should prepare for significant shifts in U.S. immigration policy. Changes are expected to impact not just those on work visas but also employers who interact with the broader immigrant workforce. Here are five key areas to monitor...

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Immigration Lessons from Hollywood: What “The Proposal” Teaches Employers

Romantic comedies often take creative liberties, but beneath the humor and drama, movies like The Proposal highlight real-life challenges of immigration compliance. In the film, Margaret Tate, a Canadian executive played by Sandra Bullock, faces deportation and orchestrates a fake engagement with her assistant, Andrew (Ryan Reynolds), to maintain her U.S. residency. While the...

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What Happens to Your Child’s Green Card Application When You Become a U.S. Citizen?

A recent question from one of our listeners raises an important issue for new U.S. citizens: What happens to a Green Card application for a child that was filed when the parent was a green card holder? Does becoming a U.S. citizen expedite the process?

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USCIS Extends Green Card Validity to 36 Months for Renewals Starting September 10, 2024

Effective Sept. 10, 2024, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services automatically extended the validity of Permanent Resident Cards (also known as Green Cards) to 36 months for lawful permanent residents who file Form I-90, Application to Replace Permanent Resident Card.    

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Sponsoring a Second Spouse for a Green Card: Key Considerations for U.S. Citizens

In the complex world of U.S. immigration, questions about sponsoring a second spouse for a green card often arise, particularly when a U.S. citizen has already sponsored their first spouse. The process can be intricate, raising concerns about timing, legitimacy, and potential red flags in the eyes of immigration authorities. In this...

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