Immigration Guides
Let’s talk about some of the benefits of becoming a United States citizen. Many people are confused about the benefits of becoming a U.S. citizen versus remaining a lawful permanent resident (i.e., green card holder), so we hope that we can clear up some of these differences. In this article, we will cover four benefits of getting U.S. citizenship.
What is the difference between having a green card and having citizenship? Well, there are a number of differences that we will explore in this article, including a list of the various rights that green card holders may not have compared to citizens. To begin, let us discuss the main differences between a green card and citizenship. When you have a green card…
A popular way to gain lawful permanent resident status in the United States is to obtain your green card through marriage. When you apply for a green card based on marriage to a United States citizen or lawful permanent resident from within the United States, the process is generally referred to as an “adjustment of status.” Part of that adjustment of…
The national interest waiver (NIW) is an attractive option for certain qualified individuals to get a green card to the United States through self-petition. The national interest waiver offers the opportunity to pursue a green card without a job offer. In this guide, I will explain what you need to know about the national interest waiver and provide…
The TN visa is a powerful non-immigrant visa classification available to citizens of Canada and Mexico. With a TN visa, you can live and work in the USA for extended periods of time. The TN visa can be renewed or extended past its initial validity period of three (3) years. For Mexican citizens, a standard…
People are often unsure on whether to apply for an L1 visa or an E2 visa. Both of these visa options can be wonderful options for investors, entrepreneurs, and business professionals. The E2 visa is an investor visa. The way it works is that through the E2 visa, someone can invest in a U.S. business by either starting…
Immigration policy in the United States continues to be a hot topic in our national discourse. To begin, the U.S. House of Representatives has passed two separate immigration bills. Also, House Republicans have put forth their version of an immigration reform bill called the Dignity Plan. We will go through these updates with you so…
We have come to learn that the public charge rule will no longer be enforced going forward. This is wonderful news for many people who plan to apply for their green card. Let us begin the discussion by explaining what the “public charge rule” is. This rule was enacted in 2019, and it allowed immigration officers to weigh…
When you apply for a visitor visa or when you’re seeking entry to the U.S. as a visitor, U.S. immigration officials will look to ensure that you are seeking to enter the U.S. for the proper purpose. With visitor visas, the immigration official must be convinced that you are truly coming to the U.S. as a visitor, and that you are not…
The F1 visa, known to most as a U.S. student visa, is a very attractive option to many wishing to attend school in the U.S. With the F1 visa, one can live and study in the U.S. The process of obtaining an F1 visa can be relatively simple: once admitted to a college, and having proven that you will be able to support yourself and satisfy various requirements, the school will…
Would you like to get a Green Card through Marriage to your spouse? You can apply if they are a U.S. citizen (USC) or lawful permanent resident (LPR). You will need to prove that you are in a legitimate marriage and you didn’t marry just for immigration purposes. In this guide, I will share a list of the relevant forms and the…
The K1 is a visa that allows fiancés and fiancées of U.S. citizens to travel to the U.S. with the intent of marrying their partner within 90 days. It is an excellent course of action for those with significant others overseas looking to marry and unify their lives together. For the latest on the timeline for obtaining a K1 visa…
The U.S. immigration system has several visa and green card options for investors, entrepreneurs, and business professionals. In this article, we will discuss some of the more well-known options, as well as some of the options that you might not know about. We…
The J1 visa can be a tremendous visa option for multiple classes of people. However, in certain cases, someone may be subject to a 2-year foreign residency requirement under the J1 visa. However, in certain cases, someone may be eligible for a waiver of this foreign residency requirement.
A lot is going on in immigration news these days, and we’re here to keep you updated. In this article, we discuss four updates in U.S. Immigration policy: (i) we have new restrictions on travelers coming from the Schengen region and other areas; (ii) there is a new citizenship exam for those coming to the U.S.; (iii) President Biden has cancelled…
Michael Ashoori, Esq.
President of Ashoori Law
I’m a U.S. immigration lawyer and I help families, professionals, investors, and entrepreneurs get visas, green cards, and citizenship to the United States.
Since starting my law firm, I’ve helped thousands of people from all over the world with their immigration needs. I’m very passionate, hard-working, and committed to my clients.
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