One path of many to become an American citizen is to marry an American citizen inside of the United States using the K-1 Visa. For many, this is a necessary step in ensuring that a non-American citizen and American citizen can live together in the same country....
Immigration Law Is All About Family
Month: January 2020
Becoming a U.S. citizen through naturalization
Becoming a U.S. citizen through naturalization brings with it certain benefits, but you are going to have to take a number of important steps before you are able to make permanent citizenship a reality. You are going to need to meet certain eligibility requirements,...
3 mistakes that could cost you your green card
Becoming a U.S. citizen takes time and patience, but once you are able to do so, you may become eligible for any number of new job opportunities. You may, too, find that you are able to take advantage of other perks that come with residing permanently in the United...
What to expect on the naturalization test
If U.S. citizenship represents your ultimate goal, you likely know that you will need to pass the naturalization test to change your status from legal immigrant to naturalized U.S. citizen. You should not fear to take this test thinking that it may be difficult. But...
Can you lose your green card?
Earning a green card is not for the faint hearted. There is often a light at the end of the arduous process to receiving a green card, which is the stepping stone to achieving permanent residence in the United States. Green card holders are often eligible for a...
Immigration fee increases possible in the new year
The new year often brings new laws as Congress gets back to work after the winter break. In this current administration, the focus has long been on immigration and making changes to the system, so it is no surprise that the new year will bring some possible changes in...
Colorado population of unaccompanied immigrant children doubles
Immigration is a flashpoint for controversy across the country. President Trump’s wall to stop immigrants at the Mexican border is one example. In Colorado, the numbers show the issue is not going away any time soon. In one year, the state saw a 125% increase in...
Which members of my family can come to the U.S.?
When coming to the U.S. for more opportunities and a better life, you naturally want to bring your family along with you. Fortunately, immediate family members are eligible for immigration, provided you take the right steps. Here are some general guidelines on who is...
Can your family be added to your asylum application?
Are you an immigrant with a spouse or children who is seeking asylum? If so, you likely have many questions on your mind. Can you add your children to your application? What about your spouse? Today we will answer these questions. The first thing to note is that you...
The 10-step naturalization process to become a U.S. citizen
As a citizen of a foreign country, you hear about how the U.S. is a land of limitless possibilities. A place where dreams come true. You do not have a connection to the U.S., but you want one. What are the steps you need to take to become a United States citizen? The...