For victims of crime seeking immigration relief in the U.S., the U Visa is a critical pathway to safety and stability. However, questions often arise about what happens if you leave the U.S. while your U Visa application is pending. Unlike many other immigration applications, a U Visa application can continue to be...
On October 11, 2024, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) released updated guidance about expedited requests, particularly for those needing to travel due to urgent professional, academic, or personal commitments. This policy now addresses both planned and unplanned travel, providing individuals with clear guidelines on how to seek expedited adjudication of their...
The U Visa serves as a beacon of hope for victims of crime in the United States, offering them a path to safety, security, and ultimately, an opportunity to become permanent residents. For those fortunate enough to have their U Visa approved, the next logical step is to consider the process of...
In the realm of immigration law, U Visas emerge as a critical provision for individuals who've experienced the trauma of being victims of certain crimes. This non-immigrant status is designed to encourage victims to come forward and cooperate with law enforcement without the fear of being deported. But what about those victims...
In a significant development aimed at bolstering the rights and protections of foreign workers in the United States, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has announced the implementation of a streamlined process for these individuals to request deferred action. This announcement marks a pivotal step forward in ensuring that foreign workers who...
If confirmed by the Senate, Juddou will lead an agency that is looking to tackle visa and naturalization backlogs, avoid future budgetary concerns and address cumbersome agency processes.
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Over the past week, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services celebrated Independence Day by welcoming more than 9,400 new citizens in 170 naturalization ceremonies between June 30 and July 7. These ceremonies demonstrate our commitment to welcoming immigrants. We are proud to welcome people from all over the world as our newest U.S. citizens during...
One of the issues facing many immigrants in the United States is the choice between reporting a horrific crime and risk being deported or to live with the pain and fear of being a victim of the crime again. With the climate we are living in currently, more than ever immigrants fear coming forward...
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