Family Immigration

Family-based immigration can help people stay connected to their loved ones. Those who legally enter the country can sometimes support their loved ones who want to live in the United States as well. For example, people with visas intending to work in the United States...

Divorce can be stressful on its own. However, when immigration is involved, the stress levels can be higher. If you’re in the middle of the green card process and your marriage ends, your immigration status could be affected.  Whether or not you can stay in the U.S....

One way to obtain a green card is to marry a U.S. citizen. To help keep relationships together, the government sometimes grants permanent resident status after marriage. Couples may have to go through a green card marriage interview and other such steps. But what...

There is a lot to know to become a citizen in the U.S., such as the history of the U.S. and how the government works. You can prepare ahead of a test. However, to get a marriage green card, you may need to prepare for another kind of test. As you go through the...

Families wishing to immigrate to the US frequently face a difficult journey. Although several steps are required, the immigration process can be simplified with the right guidance. Unfortunately, many people will try to take advantage of the situation because they are...

Found love with someone special across the ocean? Congratulations! If you're a U.S. citizen planning to marry your foreign fiancé(e), the K-1 visa might be your next step. This visa allows your fiancé(e) to enter the United States with the sole purpose of getting...

One of the many advantages of becoming a naturalized U.S. citizen or even a legal permanent resident with a green card is that you can typically bring your children (whether they’re minors or adults) to the U.S. on a family-based visa. But what if there’s no...

Immigrating to the United States for family reunification or employment opportunities are two of the most common paths to obtaining a green card. This grants lawful permanent residency. Both pathways offer distinct routes to green cards. Note that the information...

There are several different ways for people to obtain immigration opportunities in the United States. Some people get jobs or enroll in domestic colleges. If they stay in the country long enough, they may eventually qualify for green cards. Many others use their...

Green cards can be obtained by immigrants in several ways. For instance, some immigrants enter the green card lottery in the hopes of being chosen from among the thousands of applicants who qualify for permanent residency. Others could locate sponsors for their...