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When an immigrant receives lawful permanent residence status in the U.S., it is commonly known as getting a green card. Once granted, the recipient is authorized to live and work in the country permanently and enjoy the following benefits: Apply for U.S. citizenship after five years; Sponsor immediate family members to come to the U.S.; …

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If you have obtained residence or citizenship in the United States, the law allows certain relatives of yours to apply for immigrant visas and eventually become green card holders. The Immigration and Nationality Act specifies two categories: Immediate relatives of U.S. citizens. This includes spouses, unmarried minor children, and parents. Applicants in this category have …

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Any marriage is under scrutiny when it comes to green card applications based on marriage. However, same-sex couples often face unique challenges simply because of the nature of their relationship. Some of the most common “red flags” in these applications are set out below. Once you are aware of these potential issues, you can phrase …

4 of the Most Common Problems to Avoid in Same-Sex Couple Green Card Applications Read More »

The K-1 visa is designed specifically to allow a U.S. citizen to bring his or her fiancé(e) to the United States so that they can get married. This allows the foreign spouse to become a lawful permanent resident of the U.S. There are several steps that need to be followed properly in order to get …

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