Facing an unfavorable outcome in an immigration case can be disheartening and leave individuals wondering if there is any recourse available. The good news is that, in certain circumstances, it may be possible to appeal an immigration case. When considering this...
Texas Immigration Law Blog
Are you eligible for an investor’s visa?
Many different visa options exist for students, employers, employees, family members and investors alike. Unlike some other categories of visas, many people do not know about investor's visas, however. Exactly who can apply for these visa types? What are the basic...
Starting your naturalization journey
You cleared the first major challenge. You got your green card. Now it is time to take the next step. Even after you get your permanent residency status, the path to naturalization can still seem intimidating. It is far from simple, but you do not need to do it all...
Can FOIA help your immigration case?
If you are trying to obtain an immigration benefit or want to sponsor someone for one, it is important to have as much information as possible. After all, past issues can cause major problems for your current situation. Moreover, you do not want to do anything that...
How a criminal charge may affect your immigration status
When you apply for citizenship in the United States, you must reveal any criminal charges or convictions in your past. Whether or not a criminal conviction will affect your citizenship or entry to the United States depends on the severity of the crime and when it...
Do you have to allow ICE officers to enter your home?
Whether you have a valid immigration status or not, you probably feel some apprehension when dealing with officers from U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement. This makes sense, as ICE officers might have the legal authority to arrest you and try to remove you from...
Common reasons for deportation
Individuals who hold visas or green cards and are not citizens of the United States can face deportation for a variety of reasons. Deportation refers to the legal removal from the country by the federal government. Immigrants who want to stay in the U.S. should...
Fiancé visas and the 90-day marriage requirement
When you live in Texas and plan to marry someone who is not a U.S. citizen, the first step in the process involves getting a fiancé visa for your loved one. The fiancé visa gives you and your fiancé an opportunity to wed and live together on American soil, provided...
How can children of unmarried parents become U.S. residents?
U.S. immigration law permits people who are citizens or legal permanent residents to petition for their children to come to the United States. However, not all family situations are the same. In your case, you may have had a child with an unmarried romantic partner...
3 things to know about removal proceedings in Texas
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...

