by Jeremy Jennings | Aug 22, 2019 | Deportation / Removal, Immigration Law Blog
In July 2019, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced noncitizens who have been in the U.S. for less than two years may be deported under a more rapid process via the expansion of the expedited removal program. What Is Expedited Removal? Expedited...
by Jeremy Jennings | Jun 20, 2019 | Immigration Law Blog, Naturalization / U.S. Citizenship
Beginning May 31, 2019, the U.S. State Department is requiring all visa applicants to disclose their social media information, including usernames and handles for major social media websites and applications. Previously, only a small percentage of visa applicants were...
by Jeremy Jennings | Feb 19, 2019 | Business Immigration, H-1B Visa, Immigration Law Blog
President Trump’s administration has made many changes to the immigration process. One of its most recent changes involves the H-1B visa program. A new ruling was announced on January 30, 2019, and it will take effect on April 1, 2019. Three important changes include:...
by Jeremy Jennings | Nov 21, 2018 | Immigration Law Blog, Naturalization / U.S. Citizenship
The phrase “public charge” is used by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) to describe individuals who are likely to receive monetary assistance from the U.S. government. When green card or visa applicants seek to enter the U.S., immigration officers...
by Jeremy Jennings | Nov 21, 2017 | Immigration Law Blog, Naturalization / U.S. Citizenship
On Friday, Oct. 13, the Trump Administration reversed an expedited path to citizenship for immigrants who join the U.S. Armed Forces. The policy change affects all foreign nationals in the country, including green card holders. Prior to the change on Oct. 13,...
