There are multiple ways to get a green card for someone who wants to become a permanent resident. But one of the most common ways that people do this is simply by getting married. If someone is in the United States on a tourist visa, a work visa or an educational...
Immigration Law
Documented Dreamers face an uncertain future
Most Americans have heard about the plight of young people known as “Dreamers.” They came here as children with undocumented parents. Their ability to stay in the U.S. was temporarily ensured under the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) initiative crafted...
What makes the U.S. such a popular destination?
The American dream is an incredibly well-known phrase. It means that individuals should have a right to succeed in the country regardless of their skin color, background or creed. Thousands of people move to the U.S. from abroad every single year. Why is this? What...
When can my U.S green card be revoked?
The U.S green card comes with several privileges, among them being the right to legally live and work in the country. However, it is important to understand the privileges and limitations that come with being a green card holder. If you are a foreign national with a...
Managing your nerves before an immigration interview
If you’re applying for a Green card in the United States, then there are several steps you have to take. On top of filling out all of the forms and providing the correct documentation, you are going to have to attend an immigration interview. Any interview situation...
Can I travel freely if I get a green card?
Maybe you are thinking about living and working in the United States. You may know others that have done just that by securing a green card. Yet, if you still want to spend time in your home country, it might not work out. Here is why: A green card is a permanent...
What does the end of Title 42 mean for immigrant families?
The Biden Administration recently moved to end a restrictive immigration policy, an announcement that brought hope to many Michigan activists and immigration advocates. Title 42 was a health policy put in place to allow border officials the right to turn immigrants...
Can you help your aging parent enter the United States?
Your focus as you develop your career was probably your own ambition and long-term goals. Professionals may have to make financial investments in their education, take unpaid internships or even leave their country of origin to establish careers. Your plans may have...
Should COVID-related immigration restrictions be lifted?
At the beginning of the pandemic, the United States government put various restrictions in place to limit the number of immigrants entering the country. Some of these restrictions included temporarily ending asylum rights and the ability to immediately turn...
Backlog of immigration cases could speed up soon
Those navigating the complex and frustrating process of securing permission to enter the United States to live in Michigan have likely experienced delays in their application processing. Due to pandemic-related slowdowns and lower employment rates in many immigration...