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Election Issues and Immigration #10: Immigration at the Vice Presidential Debate

While the first Presidential debate between Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump produced nothing of substance on immigration issues, the Vice Presidential debate between the Democratic nominee for Vice President, U.S. Senator Tim Kaine of Virgini, and his Republican counterpart...

Election Issues and Immigration #9: Supreme Court Denies Petition for Rehearing in DAPA Case

In this article, I explain the case history, what the decision means going forward, and provide links to articles where you can learn more about the issues.

Election Issues and Immigration #8: Solutions Regarding the Problem of Those Who are Here Illegally

In this article, I examine the problem, the proposed solutions of the two major candidates, and offer my ideas for a better path forward.

How to Retrieve I-94

The Form I-94 is an immigration form issued by the Customs and Boarder Protection (CBP). It is issued to all aliens who are admitted to the United States as well as those aliens who seek adjustment of status or an extension of stay while in the United States.

USCIS Releases Updated Edition of Form I-191

The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has published a new version of the Form I-191, Application for Relief Under Former Section 212(c) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA).

Immigration Marriage Fraud

The Immigration and Nationality Act (INA) provides for immigration benefits for the alien spouse of a U.S. citizen. For example, a U.S. citizen may file an immediate relative petition on behalf of his or her alien spouse, which is not subject to an annual cap.

Series of Articles on Determing Divisibility and the Matter of Chairez

In this post, I examine the decision, the history of the case, and provide links to our detailed articles on the issues.

USCIS Publishes Updated Form G-1055, Fee Schedule

On September 19, 2016, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) released the new of edition of the Form G-1055, Fee Schedule. The Form G-1055 lists the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) fee for all forms published by the DHS.

The Importance of Reauthorizing the Conrad 30 Waiver Program

The debate over the reauthorization of the EB5 program, which is otherwise slated to expire on September 30, 2016, has also been making news both in Congress and on this site. However, there are many smaller immigration programs and details that are worth careful attention as well.

What is Unlawful Presence?

In immigration law, there is a concept referred to as “unlawful presence.” By accruing certain amounts of unlawful presence in conjunction with other actions, an alien may find him or herself subject to one of the inadmissibility bars.

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