Can Immigrants Vote in U.S. Elections?

Recent headlines from some news outlets and statements from government officials sounded the alarms on ‘noncitizen voting’ in the 2024 presidential election. This activity has caused confusion and increased the fear that noncitizens immigrants are voting illegally in US elections. Some elected politicians are promoting The Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) Act to prevent noncitizens… Continue reading Can Immigrants Vote in U.S. Elections?

U.S. Immigration Lawful Permanent Resident vs. Citizen vs. Naturalization

The United States is a nation of immigrants, offering various, but sometimes confusing, pathways to those who want to build a new life in the U.S. The paths have three basic categories: Lawful Permanent Resident (LPR) Naturalization U.S. Citizen These all represent steps toward staying in the U.S., but they differ in terms of rights,… Continue reading U.S. Immigration Lawful Permanent Resident vs. Citizen vs. Naturalization

Lawful permanent resident explained

What is a lawful permanent resident (LPR)? A lawful permanent resident (LPR), also known as a Green Card holder, is a foreign-born national who has been granted the right to live in the United States indefinitely unless they lose or abandon LPR status – please see further explanation below. LPRs continue to hold citizenship of… Continue reading Lawful permanent resident explained

What is Family-Based Immigration

Immediate Family Members US Immigration law promotes family unity by allowing US citizens and lawful permanent residents to petition certain family members to immigrate and permanently stay in the US.  Family-based immigration is one of the most common ways for individuals to apply for immigration benefits. If your family members want to stay in the… Continue reading What is Family-Based Immigration

How to Get a Green Card Through Marriage?

If you reached the point where the USCIS accepted your I-130 and I-148 application, there’s still work to be done. If you’re not at this point yet, please see our previous blog about the first two steps of getting a marriage green card. Once you digest that information, come back here for the next steps.… Continue reading How to Get a Green Card Through Marriage?

What are the Steps to Get a Marriage Green Card?

If you are married to a US citizen or lawful permanent resident (LPR), you are eligible to apply for a green card. However, marrying a U.S. citizen does not guarantee you will be approved for a marriage green card. The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) carefully reviews each and every marriage green card application.… Continue reading What are the Steps to Get a Marriage Green Card?

Can I Get US Citizenship with a Criminal Record?

My Immigration Law Office reviews the things that should be taken into account when you are applying for Green Card with a criminal record. Learn more!