Proposed 84 FR 41292: New Public Charge Federal Rule In proposed regulations posted Wednesday, October. 10, 2018, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) intends to redefine the term “public charge” to block green cards and visas for low-income immigrants. The administration will more heavily scrutinize the financial status of foreigners before granting immigration benefits. Low-income immigrants include […]
New, Tougher Immigration Policy for Foreign Students
The USCIS issued a Policy Memorandum that has major consequences for students and their family members who are in the U.S. on F, J, and M statuses. The new Policy penalizes students who’s course load falls below full time or who violate the terms of the student status by working without authorization. The effective date of this […]
Change of Status from a B Visitor to an F Student. Now Problems
I entered the U.S. on a B visitor visa. I recently returned to India. Now, I am ready to return to my studies in the U.S. The problem is that I have a B visitor visa in my passport, but I am in school. What should I say when I return? Question I entered the […]
What Are the Different Ways to Come to the U.S.?
How would you suggest to get my niece here to the U.S.? Is it possible that I can petition my niece here then after a year she can change her status so that she can able to work? Question How would you suggest to get my niece here to the U.S.? Is it possible that […]
In the U.S. Legally and Wants To Stay on Some Visa
I’m originally from Spain, but have lived in America for almost 14 yrs. I am 20 years old this year. I was here under my father’s visa, but now I am looking for information on how to get my green card or citizenship. Question Hello, I’m originally from Spain, but have lived in America for […]