President Trump announced that immigration law may change soon in California and across the country. Trump calls his plan "merit-based" immigration. The plan is likely to further restrict immigration, particularly family-based immigration. Trump has promised an...
Passport application require evidence of citizenship
A United States passport opens doors to international travel. Without a passport, entering another country becomes a virtual impossibility. A passport serves as government identification, which can prove helpful in many instances. The California DMV, for example, may...
Issues when a decision about green card status occurs
Generally, becoming a lawful permanent resident in California requires meeting all necessary criteria and submitting a completed application with supporting documentation. Once approved, correspondence should arrive at the applicant's home. However, things might not...
What happens when visas receive a denial?
The United States issues an incredible number of visas to people all around the world. Business, vacation and family reunifications are among the reasons why people apply or petition for visas. However, not every visa application turns out the way people expect....
Fee increases for immigration services concerns advocates
Advocates for immigrant rights in California and across the nation are concerned with the Trump Administration's decision to increase the fees associated with immigration and work visa applications. The announced fee changes come after nine months of deliberation on...
Asylum proceedings can help you avoid deportation
Many people seeking a better life in the United States come for more economic opportunity or even access to medical care that can save the life of their spouse or their child. Others come because the United States is a country that does not discriminate based on...