Celebrating 35 years as an immigrant in the U.S.

In my Consulta Migratoria® column this week I reflect on the benefit of having immigrated to the United States 35 years ago. Here is the column: I still remember the first day I arrived in the United States 35 years ago. December 5, 1981 marked the beginning of my new life in a country ... Read more

How Salvadorans can re-register for TPS

In my Consulta Migratoria® column I explain who is eligible to re-register for El Salvador's Temporary Protected Status program, the costs and why it is important to re-register as soon as possible. Every immigration case is different. Please consult with an immigration attorney for personalized legal advice before beginning any proceedings. This is the ... Read more

What to do during DAPA blocking and DACA expansion?

The Supreme Court's tie in the DAPA and DACA expansion case marked a defeat for millions of immigrants, but not the end of the legal battle. In this week's Consulta Migratoria® column, I answer a reader's question about the Supreme Court's ruling and explain why they should not ... Read more

What is an E-1 trader visa?

In this week's Consulta Migratoria® column I answer the question of a reader who wants to know how to obtain an E-1 trader visa that allows you to live and work legally 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 ... Read more

Consulta Migratoria® celebrates 5 years

This week my column Consulta Migratoria® celebrates five years of publication. On this occasion I explain why I have dedicated my time and knowledge about immigration law to inform and guide the immigrant community on important issues that affect them through this space. This is the column: Since I started to ... Read more

If I committed a crime can I re-enroll in DACA?

In this week's Consulta Migratoria® column, I answer a question from a reader with a criminal record who wants to re-register for DACA and renew his work permit. Each case is different and the answers vary depending on each person's immigration history. Here is a general answer to your questions. Please consult with ... Read more

How does USCIS combat immigration scams?

In my Immigration Consultation® column this week, I list some of the most common immigration scams and detail what U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services is doing to combat this type of fraud. Here is the column: Desperation to obtain legal status causes many immigrants to seek immediate solutions and ... Read more

Can an immigrant be adopted for permanent residence?

In my column Consulta Migratoria® I explain under what circumstances an immigrant can be adopted and obtain permanent residency or citizenship and warn about a scam to which hundreds of undocumented immigrants were victims. In this column I provide general information. Please consult with an immigration attorney to receive personalized legal advice before ... Read more

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