The U.S. immigration system offers several pathways for foreign nationals to live, work, or invest in the country. Among the most popular options are the H-1B visa, the EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program, and U.S. citizenship. Each status has its own benefits, requirements, and limitations. This guide will break down the key differences...
Category: U.S. Citizen / Naturalization
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...
Overcoming the J-1 Visa Two-Year Residency Requirement When Marrying a U.S. Citizen
Immigration processes can often feel like navigating a maze, and this is especially true for those on a J-1 visa who are subject to the two-year residency requirement. This rule can become particularly challenging when a J-1 visa holder marries a U.S. citizen and wants to settle permanently in the United States....
New USCIS Policy Guidance on Children’s Acquisition of Citizenship: Key Updates and Clarifications
USCIS is updating guidance in the USCIS Policy Manual regarding provisions for children’s acquisition of citizenship.
USCIS is updating guidance relating to children’s acquisition of citizenship in response to public feedback. USCIS is updating guidance based on the U.S. Supreme Court decision in Sessions v. Morales-Santana, 582 U.S. 47...
Understanding the Affirmative Relief Announcement: What It Means for Undocumented Individuals
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New DHS Process Offers Pathway to Permanent Residency for Certain Noncitizen Spouses of U.S. Citizens
On June 18, 2024, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced a new initiative aimed at providing a pathway to lawful permanent residency for certain noncitizen spouses of U.S. citizens. This process is designed to consider, on a case-by-case basis, requests from...
Potential Parole-in-Place Program for Undocumented Spouses of U.S. Citizens
There are rumors of a new Parole-in-Place (PiP) program for undocumented spouses of U.S. citizens, but no official announcement has been made yet. If implemented, this program could provide protection from deportation and work authorization to eligible individuals. However, not everyone married to a U.S. citizen would automatically qualify.
Introduction of Updated Form N-400 for Naturalization Applications
Starting April 1, 2024, the USCIS is set to introduce an updated version of Form N-400, the Application for Naturalization, aligning with the new fee rule. This revised form will feature significant changes, including the addition of a gender X option to acknowledge diverse gender identities, while also eliminating various other fields....
Streamlining Naturalization: USCIS Expands EBE Program for Social Security Updates
Starting April 1, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) will expand the Enumeration Beyond Entry (EBE) program to include the new edition of the Form N-400, Application for Naturalization. Applicants using the form with an edition date of April 1, 2024, can now request an original or replacement Social Security number (SSN)...
USCIS 2024 Fee Update: Navigating New Costs and Processes for Immigration and Naturalization Services
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) published a final rule to adjust certain immigration and naturalization benefit request fees for the first time since 2016. The final rule will allow USCIS to recover a greater share of its operating costs and support more timely processing of new applications.
The final...