How to obtain a re-entry permit?

In my Immigration Consultation® column this week I answer the question of a permanent resident of the United States who wishes to obtain a reentry permit that will allow him or her to stay outside the U.S. for more than one year. Each case is different and the answers vary depending on each person's immigration history. Here ... Read more

How to obtain a fiancé visa?

In this week's Consulta Migratoria® column I answer the question of a reader who wants to know how to apply for a fiancé visa. 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 to ... Read more

How to renew the residence card?

In my Consulta Migratoria® column, I answer the question of a reader who wants to know how to renew her U.S. green card. 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 to find out how to ... Read more

What is Special Immigrant Juvenile Status?

In this week's Consulta Migratoria® column, I answer a question from a reader who wants to know what special immigrant juvenile status consists of. 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 an attorney ... Read more

How long to obtain residency?

In this week's Consulta Migratoria® column I answer the question of a reader who wants to know if it is more advantageous to apply for permanent residency through a U.S. citizen parent or a future spouse. Each case is different and the answers vary depending on each person's immigration history. Here I answer in a ... Read more

Visa lottery gives residency to undocumented immigrants?

In this week's Consulta Migratoria® column I answer a question from a reader who won the visa lottery and wishes to apply for permanent residency from abroad. 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 ... Read more

How to emigrate as a child of a permanent resident?

In this week's Consulta Migratoria® column I answer the question of a reader who wants to know how to immigrate his minor twin daughters. 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 an attorney ... Read more

How long does a letter of support commitment last?

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 column: ... Read more

What is a humanitarian entry permit?

In this week's Consulta Migratoria® column I explain what it is, who is eligible and how to obtain a humanitarian entry permit. This is the column: Last week several people showed up at the Otay border crossing to apply for a humanitarian parole. This event, as well as the ... Read more

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