Immigrants must go through several steps to gain U.S. citizenship, with the entire process taking up to a year or longer to complete. The following are details about each stage. 1. Determining Eligibility Before becoming American citizens, immigrants must obtain permanent resident status... read more
How an Immigration Attorney Can Help Stop Deportation
When hiring an immigration lawyer before a removal hearing, the attorney may be able to help stop deportation by determining if circumstances may not warrant deportation. Ways an Attorney May Defend Against Deportation Under certain circumstances, individuals in and around Chicago who are... read more
How to Find the Best Immigration Lawyers Near You
To find the best immigration lawyers in Chicago, individuals should prioritize quality over affordability, review the lawyer's qualifications, check references, and consult with the attorney in person or over the phone. Hiring a qualified, recommended attorney who is experienced with similar... read more
USCIS Implements Employment Authorization for Certain Hong Kong Residents
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) is authorizing employment to eligible Hong Kong residents who have been living in the U.S. as of August 5. Specifically, the agency has issued a Federal Register notice that provides information about Deferred Enforced Departure (DED) and how it... read more
Will USCIS Salvage Unused Greencards?
A recent Senate spending bill could lead U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) to begin salvaging unused green cards. This bill would specifically enable the agency to salvage employment- and family-based visa numbers spanning from 2020 to 2021, which would have remained unsalvaged... read more