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Pathways for Same-Sex Partners Seeking U.S. Visas from Non-Recognition Countries
Same-sex partners from non-recognition countries can pursue U.S. immigration through various options: K-1 fiancé(e) visas for marriage, B-2 visitor visas…
Public Benefits and Affidavit of Support: What Sponsors Need to Know
Sponsoring a family member for U.S. immigration involves signing a legally binding Affidavit of Support, committing to financial support and…
VAWA Self-Petition: Protecting Visa Status After Domestic Violence
Noncitizens facing divorce due to domestic violence can maintain U.S. legal status through VAWA provisions, including self-petitions, battered spouse waivers,…
Can a Criminal Record from Your Country Affect Your Family Visa Eligibility?
A criminal record, even for minor offenses, can complicate U.S. family visa eligibility. Offenses like felonies, crimes involving moral turpitude,…
How Naturalization Changes a Pending Family Visa Petition
If a sponsoring relative naturalizes during a family visa petition, applications may be reclassified. Spouses and minor children may shift…
How the Child Status Protection Act Helps Children Avoid ‘Aging Out’ Risks
The Child Status Protection Act safeguards children in family visa applications from losing eligibility due to turning 21 ("aging out").…