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How to Legally Get a US Green Card for Grandparents Through Family
U.S. immigration law prohibits grandchildren from sponsoring grandparents directly. Sponsorship requires parents to first obtain green cards, naturalize, and then…
Where to Place Payment in Your I-485 Application Package
Starting April 2024, the I-485 fee rose to $1,440. Applicants must submit separate payments for each form with proper placement.…
What Happens If I Accidentally Overpay My I-485 Filing Fee?
The $1,440 Form I-485 fee must be paid exactly to avoid processing issues. USCIS rarely refunds overpayments, only if applications…
US Green Card vs Canadian Permanent Residency: Skilled Worker Comparison
Skilled workers face differing immigration routes: the US Green Card requires employer sponsorship and long waits, whereas Canada’s Express Entry…
Council and AILA Sue DHS, USCIS to Reveal Asylee Green Card Suspension Details
In March 2025, USCIS suspended green card processing for asylees and refugees. A June lawsuit seeks agency transparency on added…
Marriage Green Card Timeline: U.S. Citizen vs. Green Card Holder Spouse
Marriage green card timelines depend on the spouse’s U.S. status. Spouses of citizens have quicker approval with concurrent filings, while…
Does I-485 Fee Include the Work Permit Fee for Concurrent I-765?
Starting April 1, 2024, USCIS charges separate fees for Forms I-485, I-765, and I-131. Applicants must pay individual fees totaling…
Can You Travel Internationally While Your Green Card Renewal Is Pending?
USCIS now allows lawful permanent residents to travel with an expired green card and Form I-797C receipt for 36 months…