Immigration rules change often, and it can be hard to keep up or know what actually applies to real-life situations. This blog shares clear updates, everyday explanations, and practical insights based on what people commonly ask and face. If you want to understand the process better and feel a little more confident moving forward, stay tuned to our latest posts!
September 18, 2023
Yes, a church or religious organization can help a foreign national pursue permanent residence. Often this starts with an R-1 religious worker visa, which lets you work in a qualifying religious role in the U.S., and then the church can file the necessary petition (Form I-360) needed to eventually apply for a green card.
To qualify, you must be coming to the U.S. to work in a genuine religious vocation or occupation for a recognized denomination. This includes ministers, clergy, missionaries, or religious instructors, not non-religious staff. You must belong to the denomination for at least two years and have a job offer from the church.
August 16, 2023
To qualify for a U Visa, you must have been a victim of a qualifying crime, suffered substantial physical or mental harm because of it, have information about the crime, and be willing to assist law enforcement, as verified by a law enforcement certification. The crime must have occurred in the U.S. or violated U.S. law.
Yes. Certain family members may be eligible for U Visas if you qualify as the principal applicant. This can include spouses, children, and, depending on age, parents or siblings under specific conditions. Their eligibility depends on your approved U Visa status.
June 21, 2023
Divorce does not automatically take away your permanent green card. If you already have a 10-year green card, your immigration status generally stays the same even after a divorce. You can live and work in the U.S. and renew your green card without it being tied to your marriage.
If your green card is conditional (valid for two years), divorce can complicate removing the conditions. You must prove your marriage was entered into in good faith to USCIS and file Form I-751, possibly with a waiver of the joint filing requirement, or you risk losing your status.
January 16, 2022
Yes. According to the blog, the denial rate for H-1B petitions dropped significantly, with approvals reaching around 96% in recent filings. This represents a marked decline in denials compared to earlier years, showing stronger approval trends for properly prepared petitions.
No. Even though the overall denial rate is lower, individual cases can still be denied or receive Requests for Evidence (RFEs) if supporting documentation is missing, incomplete, or does not meet USCIS requirements. Careful preparation and legal guidance improve your chances of approval.
January 14, 2022
Indian IT services firms such as Infosys, Tata Consultancy Services, and Cognizant were among the top five H-1B visa recipients because they sponsor large numbers of skilled tech workers to work in the U.S. In FY2021, their overall denial rates were also low, helping more petitions get approved.
A lower H-1B denial rate means these companies are having greater success getting their visa petitions approved. This can make it easier for them to place Indian professionals in U.S. jobs and support business immigration strategies when filling specialized roles.
September 4, 2021
A group of US lawmakers wants to create a clearer path to lawful permanent residence for H-1B holders stuck in the employment-based green card backlog. They argue the current system limits access for high-skilled workers and slows economic growth by forcing talented professionals to remain on temporary visas for years.
Under today’s rules, employment-based green cards are capped by country, meaning applicants from countries like India and China face decades-long waits. This backlog leaves many H-1B workers in temporary status and uncertain about their long-term future in the US.
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