Permanent residents of the United States might wonder if the path to citizenship is worth it. After all, green card holders have the right to live in the U.S. indefinitely. However, there are pros and cons to both scenarios. For some individuals, the right to live and...
Texas Immigration Law Blog
What do you know about student visas?
You want to earn a higher education in the United States, and you know you need a visa. What options do you have to accomplish your education goals? The U.S. Department of State explains F and M student visas. Determine which one to apply for to attend a specific...
What do you know about adjustment of status?
After a recent trip to the U.S., you want to become a lawful permanent resident. Rather than return to your home country, you want to start the process while on U.S. soil. U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services breaks down the adjustment of status process. Find out...
Still waiting on a spousal immigration petition?
Compared to some countries, America actually has a relatively straightforward and simple immigration process, especially when it comes to spousal immigration. Lawful permanent residents or U.S. citizens can petition on behalf of the spouse, filling out applications,...
Can marriage stop deportation?
Many people wrongfully believe if they marry a U.S. citizen, it gives them automatic rights to live in the country. Some people think it automatically makes them U.S. citizens. According to the U.S. Embassy & Consulates in Japan, you cannot become an immediate...
Should you request voluntary departure for deportation in Texas?
Deportation in Texas comes with a set of challenges financially, emotionally, and legally. A person facing deportation might be wondering what their options are and how they can minimize the negative impacts. Voluntary departure is something that some immigrants turn...
The future of DACA
Many immigrants who come to Texas have made their way to the United States in hopes of a better life. Also termed as the Dreamers, there has been a proposed directed allowance for these children who were given no choice in coming to the U.S. that once included a full...
Crime victims and informants may be eligible for U-visas
To encourage the reporting of crimes within the immigrant community in Texas and elsewhere in the U.S., the federal government has established a special type of non-immigrant visa called a U-visa. This visa allows certain crime victims and informants who are helpful...
Immigration arrests at courthouses to be curtailed
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security announced a change in immigration law associated with the arrest of immigrants in Texas and across the United States. One particular policy change impacts courthouse access for immigrants in the country. The Biden...
Are you eligible for U.S. citizenship?
Texas immigrants who are looking to become naturalized citizens of the United States will need to ensure that they are eligible to do so. U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, known more commonly as USCIS, sets the standards for eligibility. While there are many...

