Tag Archives: immigration

What do I need to file for deferred action for childhood arrivals?

To file for Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals or Dream Act you will need to hire reputable legal representation as there is no appeal process.  You get one chance to request consideration, so make it count do it right. [tell-a-friend id="1" title="Tell a friend"]   File form  I-821D with supporting documentation; File form I-765 application…
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Homeland security has set the fee for Dream Act applications

The Department of Homeland Security has set the fee for dream act, deferred action applications. The filing fee will be $465.00.  This fee will include the employment authorization document fee and the biometric (fingerprinting) fee. Those who qualify can begin to file applications soon, as the Department of Homeland Security or DHS will issue the…
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What evidence will suffice for Dream Act, deferred action cases?

The evidence that you will need to provide to show that you came into the United States before the age of 16 and that you have lived in the United States for five years immediately presiding June 15, 2012, can include medical records such as immunization records, school records, financial records, employment records and military…
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Dream Act applications “I-821D” will become available August 15, 2012

The USCIS has announced that applications will become available for those that meet the criterion set for the Dream Act. You may request consideration of deferred action for childhood arrivals if you meet all of the following: Were under the age of 31 as of June 15, 2012; Came to the United States before reaching…
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immigrant visa petition (I-130)

Proposed Provisional Unlawful Presence Waiver I-601, Coming Soon! The effective date has not been specified   [caption id="attachment_8184" align="alignright" width="200"] Department of Homeland Security[/caption] The Department of Homeland Security has posted a plan that would reduce the time United States Citizens are separated from immediate family members such as spouses, children, and parents while said…
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Immigration Young Individuals Who Are Low Enforcement Priorities had their possible deportation action suspended, announced Secretary Napolitano

On June 15, 2012, Secretary of Homeland Security Janet Napolitano acknowledged that effective immediately, some young individuals who immigrated to the United States as children, do not stage a danger to public safety or national security, and meet a number of crucial conditions will be considered for relief from deportation from the country or from…
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What are Family Petitions for Immigration?

An Immigration Attorney for Southern California writes: Although there are numerous paths to US citizenship or permanent residency, most begin with an employer or family sponsor. Here is an overview of the most popular types of family based petitions; A-K-1 Fiance visa allows a U.S. citizen to sponsor a foreign national for 90 days in…
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Who Qualifies for Family Based Visas PART 2

The difference between "immediate" or "preference" relatives is that immediate relatives may obtain permanent residency at any time while preference relatives must wait until their "priority" date is available which varies depending on country of origin and other factors. Immediate relatives are spouses of US citizens, children (under 21) of US citizens, and parents of…
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Citizenship through Military Service

Naturalization through your military service under Section 328 or 329 of the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA) You may be eligible for naturalization through your military service under Section 328 or 329 of the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA).  The Immigration and Nationality Act under section 329A also provides for naturalization posthumously. Persons who have…
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USCIS Issues Final Rule on Employment Eligibility Verification Form

WASHINGTON—U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) today announced a final rule that adopts, without change, an interim rule to improve the integrity of the Employment Eligibility Verification (Form I-9) process. USCIS received approximately 75 public comments in response to the interim rule, which has been in effect since April 3, 2009. The main changes made…
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