Facing deportation is a very difficult experience. It is not always easy to know what to do. Keep in mind these three facts. 1. An immigration judge will give you a date to appear in court When you go to your court date, you will have a chance to speak for yourself...
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What are common immigration scams?
Scammers do not discriminate. They will go after any group within the population that they think they can pull one over on. Immigrants are vulnerable to scams largely because of the language barrier. But these criminals also prey on the desperation of some migrants...
How can you prepare for the naturalization civics test?
Arriving at your naturalization interview can feel overwhelming. You are likely excited to finish your citizenship journey and have anxiety about the test to come. Fortunately, according to the USCIS, various resources can help you study for the exam. Applicants who...
What should I know about ESTA?
There are multiple ways to obtain legal entry to the US, and most of them involve visas. However, there is a major exception in the “ESTA” system, or the “Electronic System for Travel Authorization.” ESTA is one of the easiest ways to obtain legal entry to the US, but...
Can green card holders work in the United States?
Obtaining a green card can put you one step closer to attaining citizenship in the United States. One advantage of having this level of clearance is the ability to reside and work in the U.S. while you await citizenship. The idea of getting a job as a foreigner may...
Who can qualify for the green card lottery?
The Diversity Immigrant Visa Program makes it possible for up to 50,000 people to obtain immigrant visas each year. People call this program the green card lottery because the participants are randomly drawn from all applications. It is really important to read and...
Should you get a green card or become a citizen?
If you wish to live and work in the United States on a permanent basis, you will need to either secure a green card or become a citizen. But you may wonder which one is the right option for you. US immigration explains each option comes with its own benefits and...
Who is exempt from the English naturalization test?
During a naturalization interview, you must take a civics test and an English test. For some, the English test may seem daunting because you have to demonstrate an understanding of English and the ability to write, speak and read basic English. According to the USCIS,...
Immediate Relative or Family Preference: Which visa can your family members obtain more easily?
As a legal immigrant to the U.S., you probably want to bring your family members here, too. This, of course, requires that they obtain visas in order to legally enter this country. The question then becomes: Which type of family visa can they more easily obtain?...
Do permanent residents have to report address changes?
If you are a legal permanent resident of the U.S., you may be sick of interacting with the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. After all, you have probably filed many petitions and applications, gone to several appointments and received countless notices....