Update on Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA)

As you have probably heard, the U.S. District Court in Texas issued another deicsion finding that the DACA program is unlawful. The court kept the partial stay of its order for “all DACA recipients who recieved their initial DACA status prior t… Read More
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Asylum applicants must bring an interpreter to their interview beginning September 13, 2023

Starting September 13, 2023, USCIS requires affirmative asylum applicants to bring an interpreter to their asylum interview if they are not fluent in English or wish to proceed with their interview in a language other than English. If an applicant ne… Read More
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Keeping Up With Your Immigration Court Case

If you have a case in immigration court, there is important information you should know. Hearing Dates: Hearing dates change frequently. You should receive a hearing notice by mail, but immigration courts often take a long time to send these notices.… Read More
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How long will it take to become a U.S. citizen?

The wait times for obtaining a naturalization interview and being sworn in as a U.S. citizen are getting shorter. The Hartford, Connecticut USCIS office states that most naturalization applications are completed in nine months. But, many clients are… Read More
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Should I appeal the denial of my immigration application?

Whether or not to appeal a USCIS denial of an application or petition is a strategy decision. Each case is different and there are several options, including appeals, motions to reopen and reconsider and even filing a new application. When USCIS deni… Read More
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Can I get TPS even though I used fake papers to enter the U.S.?

Even if you are inadmissible because you used fake papers to enter the U.S., you can apply for a waiver of that inadmissibility ground. In fact, many grounds of inadmissibility can be waived for a TPS applicant. Inadmissibility grounds relating to cr… Read More
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What edition of the Medical Exam Form I-693 should I use?

Many people applying for adjustment of status must submit a medical exam completed by a civil surgeon who is designated by USCIS. The results of the exam are submitted using Form I-693. If the civil surgeon signs the Form I-693 on May 31, 2023 or lat… Read More
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Protect your green card

For many people, the process of obtaining lawful permanent resident status (“green card”) can be a complex and challenging process. Having a green card can provide certainty and peace of mind that you can live and work permanently in the United S… Read More
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USCIS has a New Policy on Extension of Permanent Resident Cards for Naturalization Applicants

USCIS issues a Permanent Resident Card (the “Card”) also known as a “Green Card” to lawful permanent residents. Residents 18 years of age and over are required to have their Card in their possession as evidence of their status… Read More
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Immigration Options for Afghans In the United States

Afghans who are physically present in the United States have several potential immigration options to remain in the country after their parole expires. Temporary Protected Status (TPS) Afghans who have maintained continuous residence in the United St… Read More
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