Trump Signs Executive Order Halting Immigration for 2 Months

The COVID-19 pandemic has affected every facet of our society and legal system. This is particularly bad news for those hoping to visit or move to the United States. The immigration process was already rife with obstacles and delays before the pandemic, and a recent executive order has caused countless individuals and families to wonder whether their goals are now impossible to accomplish. ...

Extended OTP Time for F-1 STEM Graduates

This month the Department of Homeland Security has ruled to permit graduates on an F-1 student visa an additional 24 months of optional practical training (OPT) work. This ruling allows for F-1 students graduating with a science, technology, engineering or math (STEM) degree a total of 36 months for OPT training. This program goes into effect on May 10, 2016 and does have some conditions. ...

Informacion Sobre La Accion Ejecutiva

INFORMACION SOBRE LA ACCION EJECUTIVA Aviso importante: estas iniciativas aún no se han aplicado, y el Departamento de Inmigracion no aceptara ninguna solicitud o solicitudes en este momento. Cuidado con persona que se ofrecen a ayudarle a presentar una solicitud de estas acciones antes de que estén disponibles. Usted podría ser víctima de una estafa de inmigración. Próximos pasos: El Departamento ...

Cancellation of Removal

CANCELLATION OF REMOVAL The most common form of relief for permanent residents is cancellation of removal. Section 240A(a) of the INA states as follows: The Attorney General may cancel removal in the case of an alien who is inadmissible or deportable from the United States if the alien- (1) has been an alien lawfully admitted for permanent residence for not less than 5 years, (2) has resided in ...