Immigration Guides
Do You Need an I-551 Stamp? What Green Card Holders Should Know
An Alien Documentation, Identification and Telecommunication (ADIT) stamp, also known as an I-551 stamp, may be issued to Lawful Permanent Residents (LPRs) as evidence of their lawful permanent resident status in limited circumstances.
E-2 Visas and Real Estate: What Actually Qualifies
Real estate is one of the most misunderstood topics in the E-2 treaty investor space. It is easy to see why: real estate is a familiar, tangible, and substantial form of investment, so it seems natural that buying property in the United States would support an E-2 visa.
What Is Form I-797? A Guide to USCIS Notices
USCIS communicates most case updates through Form I-797 notices. Applicants often receive these notices at different stages of a case and may be unsure what they mean or what action is required. Understanding how to read Form I-797 helps avoid missed deadlines, confusion about case status, and unnecessary delays.
PERM Timeline: From Prevailing Wage to Labor Certification Approval
For many EB-2 and EB-3 employer-sponsored green card cases, the PERM labor certification process is often one of the earliest and most time-sensitive steps.
Green Card Document Number Explained: Where to Find It and What It Means
Green card holders are often asked to provide a “document number” when completing forms or reviewing immigration records. This can create confusion, especially because multiple numbers appear on the card.
Form I-130A Explained for Marriage-Based Green Card Applicants
Marriage-based green card cases often involve multiple forms working together. One of the most commonly misunderstood is Form I-130A, Supplemental Information for Spouse Beneficiary, which supplements the main family petition and provides detailed background information about the beneficiary spouse.
USCIS Processing Times: What They Mean and What Applicants Can Do About Delays
One of the most common questions immigration attorneys hear is simple but rarely has a simple answer: How long will this take? Whether a foreign national is waiting for a green card, an interview notice, or a work permit, the anxiety around timing is understandable, especially in processes such as a green card through marriage. Lives, jobs, and family plans often hinge on the answer.
EB-2 Priority Date India: What It Means, How to Read It, and What to Watch For
The EB-2 visa category remains one of the most common employment-based green card pathways for professionals, yet it is also one of the most backlogged for individuals born in India.