Can I obtain a work permit before residency?

In this week's Consulta Migratoria® column I answer a reader's question. Each case is different and the answers vary depending on each person's immigration history. Here I provide a general answer to your questions. Please consult with an immigration attorney to receive personalized legal advice before beginning any process. This is the ... Read more

Who is subject to deportation?

In my Consulta Migratoria® column this week I explained who is subject to deportation. Here is the column: The recent arrest of musician and actor Justin Bieber has raised many questions about who is subject to deportation from the United States. There are many reasons why an alien could be deported from the U.S., ... Read more

Does leaving the U.S. affect permanent residency?

In this week's Consulta Migratoria® column I answer a reader's question. Each case is different and the answers vary depending on each person's immigration history. Here I provide a general answer to your questions. Please consult with an immigration attorney to receive personalized legal advice before beginning any process. This is the ... Read more

I look forward to seeing you today at the presentation of my book

Today I will be presenting my book "The Green Card: How to Obtain Permanent Residency in the United States" and answering questions at the "Central Library" of the Los Angeles Public Library. I will be there from 12:30 pm to 2:00 pm. The address is 630 W. 5th Street, Meeting Room A, Los Angeles, CA 90071. I invite you to ... Read more

I invite you to the presentation of my book in Los Angeles.

On Saturday, January 25, 2014 I will be presenting my book "The Green Card: How to Obtain Permanent Residency in the United States" and answering questions at the "Central Library" of the Los Angeles Public Library. I will be there from 12:30 pm to 2:00 pm. The address is 630 W. 5th Street, Meeting Room A, Los ... Read more

U visas for fiscal year 2014 sold out

U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) today announced that for the fifth consecutive year it has approved 10,000 petitions for the U visa. This means they reached the maximum number they can issue for fiscal year 2014 (October 1, 2013 to September 30, 2014). Due to the high demand for ... Read more

Thanks to life

First of all, I want to wish all my readers a happy Thanksgiving. In my Consulta Migratoria® column this week I recount my life as an immigrant in the United States and thank life for so many good things it has given me. Here is the column: Tomorrow we will be celebrating Thanksgiving Day... Read more

How does the Visa Waiver Program work?

In this week's Consulta Migratoria® column I answer a reader's question and explain what the Visa Waiver Program is, who is eligible and the restrictions. Each case is different and the answers vary depending on each person's immigration history. Here I provide a general answer to your questions. Please ... Read more

How to obtain an F-1 student visa?

In this week's Consulta Migratoria® column I answer a reader's question and explain what it is, who is eligible and how to obtain an F-1 visa that allows you to study for a university degree in the United States. Each case is different and the answers vary depending on each person's immigration history. Here I answer in a ... Read more

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