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What Does Birthright Citizenship Mean?  U.S. birthright citizenship means that almost anyone born on American soil becomes a citizen at birth, regardless of their parents’ nationality or immigration status. This rule comes from the Fourteenth Amendment and the...

What is an Einstein Visa? The Einstein Visa is the nickname for the EB-1A visa, a U.S. immigration category for people with extraordinary ability in their field. It allows individuals who have achieved national or international recognition—such as top performers in...

The reasons for migration vary widely, but they all reflect the search for safety, opportunity, and stability. Migration happens when individuals or families move from one place to another, either by choice or because circumstances force them to leave. People migrate...

Biden Administration’s New Parole in Place Program: What You Need to Know On June 18, the Biden Administration introduced a new initiative, expanding the existing parole program, allowing certain spouses of U.S. citizens to apply for “parole-in-place” from the...

To my own surprise, I’ve been asked this question a few times in my career. Nearly a decade into immigration law, my opinion has certainly developed with time and knowledge (I like to think of this as wisdom). The Physical Danger Crossing over to the U.S. side from...

Each year, the United States opens its doors to a world of opportunity and diversity through the Diversity Visa Program (DV). The DV Program, also known as the Green Card Lottery, is a unique initiative administered by the U.S. Department of State. It allows...

For individuals seeking to navigate the intricacies of U.S. immigration processes, the terms “embassy” and “consulate” may seem interchangeable at first glance. However, these two entities play distinct roles within the realm of international diplomacy and immigration...

A question that gets asked often is: what is “expedited removal” and how does it differ from traditional removal proceedings? Expedited removal is the process of removing (deporting) a foreign national without going through a formal procedure such as removal court...

What is form I-9 and why do I need to complete it? Form I-9 is for Employment Eligibility Verification. This is used to verify identity and employment authorization for anyone working in the U.S. This immigration form can be found on the United States Citizenship and...