Category Archives: Green Card
Can You Obtain a Green Card if You Receive Government Benefits?
The U.S. makes various benefits programs available to non-citizens, including food stamps and free school lunches. If you are hoping to receive a green card, then your history of receiving government benefits will certainly matter. Immigration officials perform something called a “public charge review.” Essentially, they look at your finances and history of receiving… Read More »
Slower Processing Times for Spousal Green Card Applications
No part of the immigration system has been immune from change over the past 18 months. The good news is that spouses of U.S. citizens may continue to apply for a green card. However, as a recent story from USA Today points out, applicants are facing many hurdles, including prolonged processing times. These delays… Read More »
Common Mistakes When Applying for a Marriage Green Card
Applying for a marriage green card is becoming more difficult. The U.S. government still offers green cards, but immigration officers have begun to take a more critical look at petitions. Anyone seeking a green card must carefully prepare their application so that information is consistent with supporting documents, including previous applications. And applicants should… Read More »
What is Consular Processing?
Consular processing is a critical stage for many people hoping to come to the United States as lawful permanent residents. Someone who is already in the United States can apply to adjust their status while continuing to reside in the States. But if you are outside the country, then all processing will happen at… Read More »
Common Hurdles to Adjustment of Status
Obtaining a green card is a dream for many immigrants. Once you adjust your status to Lawful Permanent Resident, you can live and work in the U.S. indefinitely. However, the process is anything but straightforward. Many applicants stumble when they hit some well-known hurdles, so it is critical to employ the services of an… Read More »
How to Avoid Losing Your Green Card
A green card is one of the most important immigration benefits. Obtaining a green card is a dream for many people, but it’s not true that once you have a green card you can never lose it. In fact, countless people end up losing their status as lawful permanent residents because they make some… Read More »