Most parents want their children to behave and stay out of trouble so they can enjoy their childhood. For children of immigrants, the situation is often more serious than that. There’s a chance that a juvenile who’s facing legal trouble could also have problems with...
Not all requests for a U.S. visa are approved
Earlier this year, we published an article here on our blog about whether a mental illness may impact a person's ability to secure a visa to come to the U.S. Now we’d like to discuss some of the more common reasons that may result in a visa request denial. A request...
What is the real goal of a green card marriage interview?
If you’re an immigrant who married a U.S. citizen and got a green card, you may be asked to go through an interview with your spouse. The government will ask you a number of questions about your life and your relationship. The goal of this interview isn’t for you to...
Could you pass a Stokes interview?
If you are an immigrant who is married to an American citizen or a citizen whose spouse immigrated to the United States, if the noncitizen spouse is attempting to obtain permanent residency status, i.e., a “green card,” at some point you might be faced with a Stokes...
What are your rights as an immigrant passenger in a car stopped by police?
As an immigrant without documentation, you probably try your best to follow the law. You don't want to get arrested and risk deportation or similar immigration enforcement efforts. Riding as a passenger in a vehicle with a legally licensed driver is certainly safer...
When can someone become a citizen without the language test?
English is a difficult language to master because it has many irregular verbs and influences from many other languages. It can be very hard for someone who grew up speaking another language to become fluent in both written and spoken English. However hard it may be,...
Immigrants are warned away from border crossings by the federal government
The 2020 election brought a wave of new hope for many immigrants and would-be immigrants, both inside the borders of the United States and without. Many hope that the shift in the federal government will bring friendlier days for all. Those days may be coming, but...
Can someone be denied a visa because they suffer from a mental illness?
Mental disorders are no longer stigmatized the way they used to be. It’s much more common now for people to acknowledge that they need help and get the treatment they need than it used to be. But what if you have a family member who wants to immigrate to the U.S. who...
Out with the old, in with the new immigration policies
In just two weeks, President-elect Joe Biden will become President Biden. With a new administration in charge of the government, many of the old administration's policies will fall by the wayside. If you are seeking citizenship or asylum here in America, these changes...
Changes to the citizenship test
The citizenship test was changed at the beginning of December, and it’s going to look a bit different moving forward. If you’re interested in becoming a citizen, it’s crucial to know what these changes mean and what you should expect. When do these changes start? The...
