A Green Card is a document that grants permanent residency in the United States. It is a critical step for anyone looking to make a life in the country, offering the right to live, work, and receive benefits like a U.S. citizen. How many types of green cards are there, and how can you obtain one?Emp...

According to the Migration Policy Institute, in 2019, approximately 44.9 million immigrants were representing 13.7% of the total U.S. population. The promise of a better life, more opportunities, and freedom has made the United States a beacon of hope for millions of people from every corner of the...

A transit Visa is a type of Visa required by some countries for individuals who are passing through that country on their way to another destination. The purpose of a transit Visa is to allow individuals to legally enter the country for a limited period while they are in transit. However, the specif...

Other types of Visas and their respective uses. Visas For Victims Of Human TraffickingVictims of human trafficking in the United States may be eligible for a type of Visa known as a T Visa. T Visas are specifically designed to provide protection and assistance to victims of human trafficking, who ar...

Foreign government officials and diplomats need this type of Visa to enter the United States to carry out their official duties on behalf of their government. Visas For Diplomats & Foreign Government OfficialsVisas for diplomats and foreign government officials (A Visas) are nonimmigrant Visas f...

This type of Visa is essential for professional workers that are in specialty occupations, such as engineering, medicine, and architecture, to enter and work in the United States.H-1B Temporary Worker In A Specialty OccupationThe H-1B Temporary Worker in a Specialty Occupation Visa is a nonimmigrant...

This allows you to enter the United States for the purpose of participating in a cultural exchange program for a limited period of time. International Cultural Exchange ProgramInternational cultural exchange visitors are individuals who come to the United States temporarily to participate in cultura...

This type of Visa is required for individuals who want to study in the United States. F-1 Student VisaThe F-1 Student Visa is a nonimmigrant Visa for individuals who are coming to the United States to take full-time academic studies at a school that is authorized to enroll nonimmigrant students. Ind...

This allows individuals to travel to the U.S. for recreational or medical purposes within a limited period of time. B-2 Tourist VisaThe B-2 Tourist Visa is a temporary nonimmigrant Visa for individuals who are traveling to the United States for pleasure, tourism, or medical treatment. The B-2 Visa i...

To enter the United States, foreign citizens are required to obtain a Visa, with some exceptions for citizens of certain countries. Visas are divided into two categories: permanent and temporary, with various subtypes depending on the purpose of travel. The common types of temporary or nonimmigrant...

Completing the proper documentation for a relative is crucial for U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) to approve the application. But, preparing everything yourself is challenging, especially when you are not familiar with immigration laws and drafting the necessary legal documents.A f...

Family-based immigrants, including relatives of U.S. citizens, must provide an affidavit of support when filing an adjustment application with the USCIS. The purpose of the affidavit is to show that the family member can legally come and live in the United States without becoming a public charge.Tho...

There are specific steps you need to follow and documents to submit. The first factor to consider, the sponsor must be either a U.S. citizen, a Green Card holder, or a natural-born. However, this is a long process and will take quite some time because only limited slots are available annually.Step 1...

U.S. citizens can petition their families or relatives to help them get Green Cards. Since the process deals with legality, it is wise to obtain advice from a family petition lawyer. This process, which is very important for the country’s policy goal of family reunification, involves getting an im...

Some immigration cases may appeal a denial to the Federal Appeals Court. One example is a final order of removal. Remember that the appeal must be submitted 30 days following the BIA’s ruling, and while it is underway, a stay of removal must be requested because there is no automatic removal.Feder...

Hope is not lost if your immigration application has been rejected. You still have several options available to you. The Administrative Appeals Office (AAO) and the Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA) both accept appeals against denials.The Administrative Appeals Office (AAO)Applicants can file a req...

Applying for immigration benefits like citizenship or permanent residence can get very stressful. However, the most nerve-wracking part of the process is the waiting. You cross your fingers and hope your petition gets approved, and that pit in your stomach keeps you on edge with anxiety. For most ap...

Adjustment of status can be a complicated process to navigate. The Austin TX immigration attorneys at Lincoln-Goldfinch Law - Abogados de Inmigración have the skills and experience to help immigrants in Austin, Texas, and other parts of the world, with the adjustment of status applications and othe...

Adjustment of status is only available for certain immigrants already legally in the United States. Undocumented immigrants cannot file adjustment applications and must pursue other options. These options include applying for a visa or seeking humanitarian relief if they wish to remain in the United...

Adjustment of status is one way to obtain a Green Card if you are already inside the United States. It is important to remember that adjustment of status may not always be available or preferable depending on your immigration status and other factors. Therefore, you need to speak with an Austin, Tex...

Adjustment of status or AOS is a process used by immigrants in the United States to obtain lawful permanent resident (LPR) status without having to leave the country. Generally, adjustment of status can be made through family-based petitions, marriage-based petitions, employer-sponsored petitions, a...

Adjustment of status or Section 245(i) is an immigration process available to specific foreign-born individuals currently residing in Austin, Texas, and other parts of the country. It allows them to change their immigration status without leaving the country and going through the consulate processin...

If you are an immigrant facing removal proceedings in Austin, Texas, you may wonder what your options are. One option that is available to you is an adjustment of status. This process allows immigrants to apply for a Green Card while still in the United States.This blog will discuss adjusting your s...

Asylum Attorneys At Lincoln-Goldfinch Law - Abogados de Inmigración Can Help You Obtain Permanent Residency Through AsylumA person subject to removal proceedings must apply for defensive asylum. An immigration judge will hear the application, which is submitted to the Department of Justice’s Exec...

How You Can Apply For Asylum With The Help Of Attorneys At Lincoln-Goldfinch Law - Abogados de InmigraciónAccording to UN Refugee Agency, asylum is a form of protection that enables a person to remain in the country instead of being sent back to one where they fear persecution. It is now included i...

The right to asylum allows people to flee their home country when they face extreme persecution. During these difficult times, those seeking refuge could use a companion in the person of an asylum lawyer.When challenges arise, some people say that it is best to face them. But it is a reasonable opti...

The common legal issues for U.S. immigrants are deportation, immigration appeals, and adjustment of status. If you are an immigrant, these legal issues can have a significant impact on you and your family. Additionally, navigating the complex U.S. immigration system can be daunting without proper gu...

You qualify for asylum if you are escaping harm such as persecution and violence in your home country. Through this process, you can seek protection and lawful residence in the United States.You must demonstrate a well-founded fear of persecution in your country if you choose this option. Such oppre...

In contrast to permanent resident status, you enjoy numerous benefits if you are a naturalized U.S. citizen. For instance, U.S. citizenship gives you the right to vote in federal elections and the eligibility to apply for certain Government jobs.Naturalization protects you from deportation. In addit...

Knowing which Visa you qualify for the most and meeting its requirements raises your chances of getting a U.S. immigrant Visa successfully.Family Based ImmigrationThere are different types of Visas available if you wish to join your family members living in the United States. Typically, a U.S. citiz...

The United States has a long and complex history of immigration. People have been coming to America for various reasons. Some families immigrate to be reunited, while some do it to seek greener pastures. This influx of immigrants led the US Government to develop a robust system of immigration laws.I...

An immigration attorney helps you obtain a family-based U.S. immigrant visa by guiding you through the complex immigration system. What makes the process complex?As one example, you must properly file and submit all required documentation otherwise your application will be rejected. Another point is...

Emma (name changed), a Guatemalan mother seeking asylum, who had been separated from her young son, was recently released from a detention center in Texas on Friday, July 6 and will soon be reunited with her family. Scary Mommy was there for her release and she spoke exclusively to Scary Mommy immed...

Central American refugees fleeing violence in their states have found trouble at the border for seeking asylum. Immigrants in the above video explain that it would be safer for themselves as well as for their families to reside in the US. Unfortunately, the current political climate on immigration i...

Dear friends and clients of Lincoln-Goldfinch Law, I have been receiving phone calls and emails from many of you who are understandably very nervous about the recent Executive Actions. I will be writing and disseminating an article soon about those executive actions and what they mean, but in the me...

Hello friends,What a difficult and scary month this has been with ICE. I know my immigrant friends are terrified and my advocate friends are exhausted. I also know we will not stop fighting for you no matter how beleaguered we feel!We have all heard about the executive orders and memos regarding inc...

1. You have the constitutional right to remain silent and do not have to tell anyone your immigration status or place of birth. Documented people should also exercise this right so that we are all resisting the law together.2. You have the right not to be stopped or detained without reasonable suspi...

AS AN IMMIGRATION attorney working along the US-Mexico border in McAllen, Texas, Carlos García says he’s seen “a lot of sad stuff” over the years. But what he encountered at the McAllen federal courthouse Tuesday left him lost for words.“You walk into the courtroom and there are 90 people w...

There are some important things to consider about the caravan of asylum seekers coming to the US border. I am sharing these thoughts as an immigration lawyer who has practiced asylum law for ten years.1. Ever since our failure to protect Jews during the Holocaust, the United States has righted that...

It’s summertime in Texas! That means swimming pools, cicadas, watermelon & peaches, and travel! Here are some things to keep in mind as you plan your trips:1. If you are planning to visit the United States as a tourist, keep in mind that Customs and Border Protection Officers at the airport or...