Being placed under arrest can be a scary moment for an immigrant in the United States. The federal government requires immigrants to be of good moral character in order to achieve citizenship, which means immigrants should respect and obey the laws of the U.S. while...
Immigration Law Is All About Family
Year: 2020
Do not fall victim to an immigration-related scam
Scam artists thrive in times of uncertainty, and these are uncertain times. If you have no valid immigration status or are trying to obtain one, you may feel even more uncertainty. You must not, however, fall victim to an immigration-related scam. The U.S....
Understanding family immigration quotas
While immigrating to the Unites States likely presented you with a great many new opportunities, it was also certainly difficult to leave any of your family members behind in your home country. Thus your desire for them to join you here in Colorado is understandable....
Applying for a student visa
Whether you would like to come to the United States to go to school or train for a job, you will need a student visa before you arrive. Because the application process can be time-consuming and difficult to understand, it is a good idea to learn about student visa...
7 Important Words Related To Immigration
Moving to a new country with its new customs and culture can be shocking. Learning a new language and adjusting to a new climate and daily way of life are exhausting. Understanding the most commonly used terms can help. A short glossary of immigration terms There are...
Which visa types apply to family members?
Family immigration represents one of the most popular forms of immigration. When you want to bring one of your family members to the U.S., you can help him or her get one of two types of visas: an Immediate Relative Immigrant Visa or a Family Preference Immigrant...
Immigration officials may monitor social media profiles
Individuals seeking U.S. citizenship in Colorado may wish to know that law enforcement officials have the authority to monitor social media profiles. Since June of 2019, approximately 15 million U.S. visa applicants have provided social media information on their...
What if you need to replace your green card?
A green card affirms your status in the United States as a lawful permanent resident. The law requires you to keep your green card with you at all times. Otherwise, you could face misdemeanor charges. However, green cards eventually expire and need replacing. Other...
Victims of violence in the U.S. may be eligible for a U visa
In 2000, the Victims of Trafficking and Violence Protection Act created a new type of visa that protects victims of violence who may not have immigrant status. Known as a U visa, this visa type may be available for people who have been the victim of a crime and are...
What is ESTA?
When attempting to get a non-immigrant visa to enter the United States, it is important to be aware of all of your options. Depending on your passport, you may be eligible for something called ESTA, or the Electronic System for Travel Authorization. According to US...

