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If you are not a citizen or otherwise in the United States legally, then having a child does not guarantee that you will receive United States citizenship. When the child is of age, they can sponsor you, which may help you gain your citizenship. However, if you have...
In December 2020, the federal court system ordered the Department of Homeland Security to restore the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program. The agency has again begun accepting new DACA applications, DACA renewals, and applications for advance parole for...
Often referred to as the “fiancé visa,” the K-1 visa has become much more well-known thanks to the TLC reality TV show “90 Day Fiancé.” For residents of California who are trying to find a way to get legal U.S. residency for their spouses, there is plenty of...
Asylum protection is available to foreign nationals living in California who are unable to return to their home countries due to fears of persecution. The motive for this persecution is often race, religion, or other factors that make an alien a target for oppression....
People come to the United States for different reasons. They may want to marry an American. They may wish to find work that they cannot get in their home country. But you might have a different reason to want to reside in the U.S. You may feel you have a religious...
As an immigrant in California, what can you do if you want to live permanently in the country? You must go through the application process, whether you aim for a green card, a work visa or citizenship. If your application for immigration gets denied at first, it can...
The U.S. immigration system often moves slowly. While obtaining legal permanent residency through marriage to a U.S. citizen is usually one of the faster processes, approval of your application may take months or longer. To avoid unnecessary delays, you should...
Becoming an American citizen is exciting. If you live in California for at least three months, are 18 years of age or older and meet the naturalization requirements, you may be eligible for citizenship. We often help clients successfully prepare for becoming a...
The U.S. has a history of welcoming persecuted individuals from countries around the globe. Consequently, if a person has either a history of past persecution or a well-founded fear of future persecution, he or she may be eligible for asylum in the U.S. Asylum...
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) must observe certain rules when it comes to deportation. In many cases, immigrants are entitled to a court hearing, for which they may secure legal counsel. However, recent changes have expanded fast-tracked deportation,...
