Removal of Conditions

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Converting to Full Lawful Permanent Status You received the happy news that the government approved your Green Card application and granted you Lawful Permanent Resident Status, however, your status is only valid for two years. What is going on? For someone who obtains a Green Card within two years of marriage to a petitioning U.S. […]

Consular Processing

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The Consulate Interview Process  Consular Processing is usually an option when you are outside the United States.  WARNING: Consular processing occurs outside the United States at the consulate or embassy in the home country. If the person seeking the immigration benefit is already within the United States, it is crucial that you get the correct […]

Fiancée Visas

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Connecting Hearts Across Borders The Fiancée (K-1) visa is designed for the foreign-citizen fiancée of a United States citizen. It permits the foreign-citizen to travel to the U.S. and marry their U.S. citizen sponsor within 90 days of arrival. The K-1 visa creates a pathway to permanent residency, enabling the holder to apply for an […]

Green Card Applications

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Getting a Green Card in the U.S. Adjustment of Status is a process that allows a person to apply for their Green Card without having to leave the U.S. There are many groups of people who may qualify for adjustment of status. This section, however, focus specifically on family-based green cards, especially marital-based petitions. However, […]