Steps to Take If Your EB-1A Approval Is Revoked Due to Fraud
The US government is revoking EB-1A visas due to fraud involving false achievements. Affected individuals face green card…
How to Prove an Advanced Degree for EB-2 NIW Visa Eligibility
Applicants for EB-2 NIW must prove advanced degree or progressive experience tied to their specialty. USCIS’s 2025 update…
U.S. Rejects Nearly 65% of Visa Applications from Uzbek Citizens in 2024
In 2024, the U.S. refused 64.41% of Uzbek B-1/B-2 visa applications, highest in Central Asia. Reasons include strict…
Can You Complete the Entire Green Card Renewal Process Online?
USCIS allows most permanent residents to renew their green card online using Form I-90. Pay $540, upload documents,…
Tax Return Filing Requirements for U.S. Citizens, Residents, and Dependents
IRS raised 2025 tax deductions and updated rules for visa holders. Nonresident aliens file Form 1040-NR. Income from…
Trump Unveils Plan to Dismiss Asylum Claims and Accelerate Deportations
The Trump administration’s 2025 immigration policies include an indefinite refugee ban, nationwide expedited removal, and strict asylum barriers.…
What Happens Immediately After Taking the Oath of Allegiance?
After taking the Oath of Allegiance, you officially become a U.S. citizen and receive your Certificate of Naturalization.…
Do You Need a U.S. Job Offer for EB-2 NIW Eligibility?
EB-2 NIW enables advanced degree or exceptional ability applicants to apply for green cards without job offers or…
Is There a Different I-485 Fee for Refugees Versus Asylees?
Refugees applying for permanent residency via Form I-485 pay no fees, while asylees pay $1,440 or seek a…
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…
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…
Can My Spouse and Children Get Green Cards as EB-2 NIW Dependents?
EB-2 NIW applicants’ spouses and children under 21 can gain green cards as dependents either via U.S. adjustment…
Exceptions for Religious or Conscientious Objections to Oath of Allegiance
Applicants for U.S. citizenship may request a modified Oath of Allegiance to exclude military service promises due to…
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…