Can it be faster to be petitioned by a permanent resident?

In this week's Consulta Migratoria® column, I answer a question from a reader whose father filed two family petitions - one when he was a permanent resident and one when he became a citizen. Each case is different and the answers vary depending on each person's immigration history. Here I provide a general answer to her questions. ... Read more

How to request immigration files?

In this week's Consulta Migratoria® column, I answer a reader's question about a family petition filed by her U.S. citizen brother. Each case is different and the answers vary depending on each person's immigration history. Here is a general answer to her questions. Please consult with ... Read more

Can assets be used to sponsor an immigrant?

In this week's Consulta Migratoria® column I answer the question of a reader who wishes to use his daughter's assets to sponsor his wife through a family petition. Each case is different and the answers vary depending on each person's immigration history. Here I provide a general answer to your ... Read more

Can I obtain residency if my child is in the Army?

In this week's Consulta Migratoria® column, I answer a question from a reader who wants to obtain residency through a U.S. citizen son who is in the U.S. military. Each case is different and the answers vary depending on each person's immigration history. Here I provide a general answer to ... Read more

Can the parent of a citizen victim of crime apply for a U visa?

In this week's Consulta Migratoria® column I answer the question of a reader who wants to apply for a U visa based on a crime that happened to her U.S. citizen son. Each case is different and the answers vary depending on each person's immigration history. Here I provide a general answer to her questions. ... Read more

Do I have to notify USCIS of a change of address?

In this week's Consulta Migratoria® column I answer a question from a reader who recently moved and in the past has sponsored a cousin to immigrate to the United States. Each case is different and the answers vary depending on each person's immigration history. Here is a general answer to your questions. Please ... Read more

Change in law will help special immigrant juveniles in California

Good news for young people living in California who are applying for Special Immigrant Juvenile Status. Governor Jerry Brown signed AB 900 - new legislation that will help unmarried people between the ages of 18 and 21 who are not in the custody of the state of California ... Read more

What you should know about the visa lottery

Since the deadline to register for the Diversity Visa program, known as the "visa lottery," is now open, eligible individuals should take advantage of this opportunity. The application window is short. You have until November 3, 2015 to submit an application. Remember, you can only apply once. If you try to submit multiple applications ... Read more

Who qualifies for a family petition?

In this week's Consulta Migratoria® column I explain how to immigrate to the United States through a family member. Each case is different and the answers vary depending on each person's immigration history. Here I provide general answers to your questions. Please consult with an immigration attorney to receive legal advice ... Read more

Who can register for the new visa lottery?

The new visa lottery period is open. In this week's Consulta Migratoria® column, I explain what the program consists of and who can apply. This is the column: Obtaining permanent residency is a privilege that millions of immigrants desire. But for many it is a long and difficult process. There are ... Read more

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