Is a preventive treatment or service by COVID-19 considered public charge?

COVID-19 symptoms CDC

In this week's Consulta Migratoria® column, I answer a question from a reader who is considering not seeking medical help for fear of being considered a public charge. Each case is different and the answers vary depending on each person's immigration history. Here I provide a general answer to her questions. Please consult with ... Read more

Can a family petition be filed for children or adoptive parents?

family petition children to parents

In this week's Consulta Migratoria® column I answer the question of a reader who wishes to obtain permanent residency through adoption. Each case is different and the answers vary depending on the immigration history of each person. Here I provide a general answer to her questions. Please consult with an immigration attorney ... Read more

What is an H-2A visa and how do I apply for it?

Agricultural Field

In this week's Consulta Migratoria® column I answer the question of a reader who wishes to work temporarily in the United States. 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 the best advice and ... Read more

Which countries are eligible for H-2A and H-2B visas in 2020?

US Visa

In my Immigration Consultation® column this week, I report on the countries that will be eligible to participate in the H-2A and H-2B visa program in 2020. The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced in the January 17, 2020 Federal Register the list of countries that will be eligible to participate in the H-2A and H-2B visa program in 2020. Read more

How to claim an immigration bond?

ICE Form I-352 Immigration Bond

In this week's Consulta Migratoria® column, I answer a question from a reader who wants to help a family member recover an immigration bond. 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 ... Read more

Immigration resolutions for 2020

Migratory Resolutions

In my first Consulta Migratoria® column of 2020, I offer you some recommendations for the new year. 1. Do not travel to the United States illegally. The last few years have seen an increase in the number of people traveling illegally to the United States seeking refuge or a better life in the country. Many of these people ... Read more

Can I travel to Hawaii if I do not have papers?

In this week's Consulta Migratoria® column, I answer the question of a reader who wishes to travel by plane to Hawaii. Each case is different and the answers vary depending on each person's immigration history. Here I provide a general answer to her questions. Please consult with an immigration attorney for advice ... Read more

Can grandparents ask their great-grandchildren?

In this week's Consulta Migratoria® column, I answer questions from a reader who wants to help her family members immigrate to the United States. Each case is different and the answers vary depending on each person's immigration history. Here I provide general answers to her questions. Please consult with a U.S. immigration attorney ... Read more

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