What is migration? According to the Oxford dictionary, migration is defined as “the movement of large numbers of people, birds, or animals from one place to another.” The United Nations estimates that in 2019, nearly 272 million people migrated internationally (from one country to another). Keep in mind that some individuals migrate out of choice, [...]
One of the most common mistakes made by foreign nationals is assuming that “visa” and “status” are the same thing. They are not! This can be a detrimental mistake, so it is imperative to understand the difference. A visa is a sticker that is issued in one’s passport. The visa can only be obtained from [...]
Change of status, extension of status, and adjustment of status. Is there a difference and what do these terms mean? As an immigration attorney, I often hear these legal terms mixed up. It is important to understand that each of these terms has a very different meaning in context of immigration practice. Change of status [...]
COVID-19, also known as the “corona virus” has shocked the world. Within weeks, everything came to a standstill…. including immigration and travel. The full effects of this pandemic will not be known for some time. However, it is safe to say the world has never seen anything like this before. Many countries have completely [...]
I July 17, 2017 - By Yazen Abdin; Zubair Dawood Contibuted to this article. Immigration laws and criminal laws in the United States are generally considered two separate and distinct bodies of law. To the unwary, this can be confusing. Criminal statutes apply to everyone in the United States, regardless of their immigration status here, [...]
