No matter where you file your I-765, Application for Employment Authorization (also known as the Work Permit or EAD), all cards are created and mailed from the USCIS card production facility in Kentucky. In 2011, USCIS initiated the secure mail initiative in partnership with the United States Post Office (USPS).
Read More »Should I Marry my British Fiance in the UK or the US?
If you are reading this, chances are you are an American who fell in love with a Brit, or a Brit who fell in love with an American. This post will focus on couples who plan to get married and settle in the United States, and wish for the British citizen to obtain permanent residency in the US with a green card. If you are looking to settle in the UK, you will need to contact a UK based attorney.
Read More »Green Card Application Fees to Skyrocket Under New Proposal
The USCIS fee hike, for nearly all immigration applications, could go into effect in early 2024 UPDATE: The public comment period for USCIS’ proposed fee increase ended on March 13, 2023. Update as of January 22, 2024 The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) is on the cusp of implementing significant changes to its […]
Read More »Public Charge Rule Starts February 24, 2020
IMPORTANT UPDATE — MARCH 9, 2021: Both the new Department of Homeland Security (DHS) public charge rule and the Department of State (DOS) public charge policy are currently not in effect. The DHS rule was halted on March 9, 2021, while the DOS policy was paused indefinitely on July 29, 2020. This page reflects those policies, […]
Read More »Adjustment of Status Medical Exams (Excluding K1)
We have a quick public service announcement for any adjustment of status applicants who did NOT enter on a K1 fiance visa. As part of your process, you’ll need to have a medical exam with an authorized civil surgeon. You cannot just go to your run of the mill doctor of your choice. You must […]
Read More »New Public Charge Rule – 250% Poverty Level & Means Tested Benefits
Homeland Security recently issued a new public charge rule that our customers have been asking about, so we wanted to briefly go over this. A “Public Charge”, as defined by the USCIS, is a person who is likely to become: ...primarily dependent on the government for subsistence, as demonstrated by either the receipt of public […]
Read More »I Entered on a K1 Fiance Visa But Haven’t Adjusted Status Yet
"I have been in the US for almost two months now. We processed our K-1 visa with you guys for only eight months from start to finish. Do you have an expiration to when you can process?" There is no expiration for when you must adjust status explicitly. However, keep in mind you will be […]
Read More »When Will I Get My Social Security Card After Adjustment of Status?
Based on our experience, most customers receive their SSN after they’ve received the combo card. At least, that’s what we’re seeing right now. They usually receive it one to two weeks after they receive their combo card. The combo card looks like a driver’s license. That’s your authority to work in the United States and also authority to travel outside of the United States.
Read More »When Should I Get My Adjustment of Status Medical Exam?
"I'm about to go through the AOS (adjustment of status) process. When is the best time to get the medical examination?" If the alien beneficiary entered on a K1, they should file for adjustment of status after getting married, but before the medical examination expires, which is one year from the time the DS-3025 was […]
Read More »Self-Employed Income & Sponsoring an Alien
As a self-employed individual or person who owns a business, it’s natural to take advantage of all the tax deductions you can to reduce your taxable income. You have every right to do it. Unfortunately, for USCIS and tax purposes, your income is basically what you pay taxes on.
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