Can I Get a Green Card with a Marijuana Conviction?
A criminal conviction for possession of marijuana can make an application for adjustment of status more difficult, but still not impossible with the right help.
Getting Visa Appointments During Covid
Learn how to obtain visas to travel to the U.S. even if your country is on the covid banned list.
TPS Extended for Nine Months for El Salvador
USCIS announced that it is extending Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for nine month — from January 4, 2021 to October 4, 2021 — for recipients from six countries, inluding El Salvador. The other five countries included in the announcement are Haiti, Nicaragua, Honduras, Nepal, and Sudan.
USCIS Accepting DACA Applications Again
USCIS just announced that it will comply with an order from a U.S. District Court judge to restore the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program to the way it was before. After four years of various attempts to undermine, cancel, or just refuse to implement the program, the program is fully restored at this point.
The State of Immigration — January 2017
Since Inauguration Day 2017, a lot has changed about immigration. Here's a brief run down of what Salmon-Haas is watching.
Clinton vs. Trump: Immigration & the 2016 Presidential Election
During this presidential election, many issues have dominated the headlines, but none has had the impact of immigration. Comparing the particular agendas of Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump regarding immigration reveals how each views the country and the law.
Can You Adopt a Child From Another Country for Immigration Purposes?
Is it legal to adopt a child from another country for immigration purposes? Though the short answer is yes, though it's more complicated than that. United States citizens residing in the U.S. and seeking to adopt a child resident from any county must meet all HAC prerequisites. Find out what they are.
Trump Immigration Tweet: What You Need to Know
Immigration raids have become commonplace as immigrants in San Antonio face increased enforcement actions. They might show up without notice in your home or the home of someone close to you. In the event that you find yourself caught in an immigration raid, use the following advice to protect your rights.
What To Expect In Your US Citizenship Interview
To understand the naturalization process, it's important to highlight why the citizenship test and interview process are necessary.
Can I Naturalize If I Have Criminal Convictions?
For legal permanent residents who have ever been arrested for, charged with, or convicted of a crime the process becomes more complicated.
Conozca sus derechos durante una redada
Las redadas se han vuelto comunes en San Antonio y como resultado los inmigrantes en esta área han sido sujetos a acciones legales. Podrían aparecer en su casa o la casa de un ser querido. En el evento que se vea atrapado en una redada, siga estos consejos para que proteja sus derechos.
Como Mantener Su Estatus De Residente
Muchos poseedores de la tarjeta verde ponen en peligro su estatus saliendo de los Estados Unidos por periodos extendidos de tiempo, abandonando su status de residente permanente, o rompiendo la ley. Para preservar su tarjeta verde, haga lo siguiente
How to Maintain Green Card Status
Now, more than ever, immigrants in the United States must be ready and prepared in case events spiral down against their favor. If this happens, be ready and prepared with the knowledge on how to maintain your green card.
Trump Elimina Protección Para 200,000 Salvadoreños Inmigrantes
De acuerdo a un nuevo reporte publicado por la administración de Trump el 8 de Enero, 2018, el programa que permite a los salvadoreños permanecer en los Estados Unidos con estatus de protección temporal (TPS) terminara.
Trump Administration Ends Protected Status for 200,000 El Salvadoran Immigrants
A program that has allowed native El Salvadorans to live in the U.S. with temporary protected status was revoked. Now, 200,000 El Salvadorans must get help.
¿Qué Puedo Hacer Para Obtener Cambios Positivos?
Los cambios rápidos a las pólizas de inmigración han dejado a muchos con el deseo de focalizar su apoyo a una póliza más positiva. Pero la solución a este problema no queda en las manos del gobierno, empiezan con usted.
What Can You Do to Effect Positive Change in out Immigration Laws?
Immigration policy changes fast during the Trump era. Already, we've seen DACA revoked, countless ICE raids, travel bans put in place for various countries, and a drastic change in the perception of all immigrants.Here's what you can do to help immigrants in need.
¿Puedo Ser Deportado Por Un Delito?
Puede que sea deportado por tener un delito, aunque el tipo de delito que fue cometido es importante. En este momento, no hay ley que lo proteja lo cual significa que podría ser deportado inmediatamente por un crimen.
Can You Get Deported if You Have a Misdemeanor?
You can get deported for some misdemeanors. However, it's critical to know the difference between what misdemeanors are grounds for legal deportation and which ones are not.