President Trump's temporary travel ban is partially in force now. The confusion and outrage that were hallmarks of the first attempt earlier this year seem to be less of an issue this time, but there is still a good deal of uncertainty about what's going on and who is doing what to whom.
The snarl over what 'bona fide relationship' means
A pardon isn't enough to prevent deportation after minor offense
An El Salvadoran mother of two was deported recently, despite significant efforts being made on her behalf by an advocacy group and her state's governor. Now, her family has been broken up.
SCOTUS decision might not help naturalized Serb immigrant
On one hand, the appellant can claim victory. On the other, it might not prove to be a win in the long run. Either way, an immigration law ruling today by the U.S. Supreme Court has significant implications.
What's the right way to refer to myself under immigration laws?
Labels; we all use them. Applied to file folders, there purpose is clear. If they're applied to people, it can lead to misconceptions, misunderstandings and headaches, physical and legal.
Marriage may be a green light for a green card
You might be one of many Kentucky residents who met the loves of their lives somewhere far away overseas. The saying that love comes around when you least expect it may be true in such cases. Falling in love with a non-U.S. citizen immediately presents certain challenges if you hope to return to the United States to get married and begin your life as a couple. According to U.S. immigration law, there are several ways to help your non-U.S. citizen fiancé obtain lawful permanent residence.
Why do USCIS fees change so much?
Most news headlines about immigration these days center on the matter of undocumented individuals. There is no doubt that the issue is a top priority on the political stage. The emphasis in the stories, thus, seems to be on examining how the government is handling removals and deportations.
