Federal lawmakers constantly adjust and update immigration policies to reflect current social and political concerns. Sometimes, it is far easier than other times to enter the country. In the last year, lawmakers and immigration officials have eased certain...
Immigration Law Is All About Family
Year: 2021
What will they ask you at a green card marriage interview?
If someone is a U.S. citizen and they have immediate relatives who are not citizens, those relatives may be able to use this to get a green card. The most common example is when one person is a citizen and their spouse is not. The marriage itself can lead to a green...
Do you have to speak English for the naturalization test?
“If you’re going to be in the United States of America, you have to speak English.” You’ve probably heard this or a variation of the phrase at one time or another. Interestingly, America doesn’t have an official language. Spanish, English and many other languages are...
Are you ready to become a naturalized United States citizen?
When you have already been in the United States for several years, you may hope to become a citizen. Citizenship makes your position in the court more secure than with a visa or Green Card. Certain qualifying individuals can go through the naturalization process to...
What family members can you help with immigration as a citizen?
You can become a United States citizen in two ways. You can be a born citizen if your mother gives birth within the country or if your parents are United States citizens. You can also become a naturalized citizen by enduring background and medical checks, passing...
US Citizenship and Immigration Services gets new director
For the first time in more than two years, US Citizenship and Immigration Services has a Senate-confirmed leader. Ur Jaddou is now the first woman and person of Mexican and Arab descent to get the job. What does this mean for immigration policy in the United States?...
3 Tips for applying for a family-based green card
If you are in the process of applying for family-based permanent residency in the United States, congratulations and welcome! This is a big step in your life. To make the steps of the immigration process as smooth as possible, there are some things to consider....
Biden administration to improve efficiency of court cases for families apprehended at the border
In May 2021, President Biden announced steps to prevent delays for families apprehended by border control when crossing into the United States from Mexico. The plan involves 10 dedicated immigration dockets in cities that can manage the influx of cases. Review the...
3 tips for preparing for the civics test
Becoming a U.S. citizen can be a lengthy process that requires ongoing dedication and preparation on your end. As part of the naturalization process, you will have to take a civics test. According to U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, a USCIS officer will ask...
Change to public charge rule could help with adjustment of status
Many people living in Colorado come from different countries. You may have moved to the United States years ago for job opportunities, to be with family or for a myriad of other reasons. Over time, you may have come to feel that the U.S. is your home, and you want to...