The Alagiri Immigration Law Firm - Immigration Attorney, San Mateo, CA

In general, the fastest way to get citizenship is through naturalization. Naturalization is a process whereby a foreign national applies to become a citizen of their country of residence. The requirements for naturalization vary from country to country, but typically involvede monstrating good moral character, having continuous residency for a certain number of years, and passing a civics and/or language test. For many people, the quickest way to citizenship is through marriage to a citizen; however, specific requirements for this vary by nation as well.

Within the family-based green card program there are various categories under which applicants are classified. It is vital to ensure that your application is filed under the right category. Then comes the issue of ensuring that the application is correctly completed and that all supporting documents are attached. Even the slightest error can ruin your chances of being approved. We are a specialized immigration law firm with many years of experience in helping our clients successfully navigate the complexities of the application process. We are with our clients every step of the way to ensure that the application process is as stress-free as possible and that the application has the best chances of being accepted. Contact us to know more. https://www.alagirilaw.com/

The basic job of an immigration lawyer is to provide the expert knowledge and guidance required to file an immigration application. However, in the case of The Alagiri Immigration Law Firm, we do more. We go the extra mile to help our clients choose the best application options for themselves and guide them through the process of applying so that their stress is reduced and the chances of their application being approved are higher. Our guidance also reduces the chances of any flaws or errors being found in the application that could lead to delays or rejection. Contact us if you would like to know more.

In theory, a person can apply for U.S. citizenship on his or her own. However, the process is complicated and there are various categories under which a person may apply. Any mistake in the application or applying under the wrong category may ruin the chances of getting citizenship. I am an immigration lawyer, specializing in U.S. citizenship matters and I have seen small mistakes negatively impact the application process of those who did not have expert support. I would strongly recommend that you consult an immigration lawyer for advice and guidance on the best way to proceed.

There is no single “easy” way to get a U.S. Visa. Your application must be based on your reasons for visiting the country, your qualifications, financial status, close relatives living here, and various other factors, depending on the type of visa you are applying for. I have been a U.S. immigration lawyer for many years and know that each case must be processed according to its merits and the circumstances of the applicant. My objective is to make the application process and quick and easy as possible for my clients. Visit my website to learn more about what I do and how I do it.

Divorce is a drastic step and is taken only when there is no other choice. That being said, getting divorced while waiting for your green card can affect your chances of getting one. The presumption is that the divorce ends the relationship under which the Green Card application was made and so it is no longer valid.

Legal issues like the renouncing of citizenship and the associated forms and procedures are never easy to understand. There are legal and technical matters involved that require assessment by a legal professional. To avoid making mistakes that could affect the outcome, it is best to have the matter handled by a U.S. citizenship attorney.

If you have a good enough reason, the right papers, and the right advice, you can get a US visa easily. To get a US visa, you need to have all the papers that the US embassy asks of you in order. If you are going for a purpose, like a visit or an event, there are different kinds of papers that you need to get together. If you are going to study, you need to get those papers in order. Getting the help of an agency that can help you put together all these papers and walk you through the steps and paperwork is a good idea.

Each state has their own laws, but with regard to immigration, the laws controlling O-1visas are quite similar throughout the US. While living in a different state in the U.S., you can contact a O1 visa lawyer in California.

A rule revoking or removing the H4 EAD has not yet been published. A proposed rule was sent to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) on February 20, 2019, and is currently pending review. Once OMB completes its review, a notice of proposed rulemaking will be published and will be open to the public for notice and comment. The proposed regulation will not take effect until finalized by the Department of Homeland Security, a process that typically takes several months. Unfortunately, the text of the proposed rule has not yet been made available to the public.

Support letters should be a true representation of the applicant's accomplishments. Inaccurate information could come back to hurt him or her; for example, when applying for a green card through the EB1 visa category (which is veryt common for O-1 visa holders). The EB-1 visa requires much more documentation and evidence, and you don’t want any of the additional pieces of documentation or evidence to contradict the O-1 support letter you submitted.

Yes, as a legal permanent resident (“green card” holder), you can sponsor your spouse, children, and unmarried sons and daughters (age 21 and over) for a green card under the family-based 2nd preference visa category. The first step would be filing the Form I-130 (the green card application cannot be filed until your visa priority date becomes current).

Staying outside the U.S. for more than 6 months could raise questions upon your return. Generally, though, you may be found to have abandoned your residency if you have been absent from the U.S. for 1 year or more. If you know you will be out of the U.S. for 1 or more years, then you should apply for a Re-Entry Permit.

If you already have a valid work visa, you can continue to work in the U.S. If you do not have a valid work visa, you must apply for a green card work permit before you start working.

U.S. immigration officials will indicate on your I-94 card how long you can stay. Be sure not to stay beyond that date. Usually you can stay up to 6 months.