Public Charge: DHS Issues Final Rule
On September 9, 2022, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) issued a final rule on the “public charge” ground of...
08 December, 2022
Immigration Articles
Six Tips On Scheduling Your Interview At The Embassy
So many people have been waiting for months or years for their interview at the embassy. The COVID-19 pandemic,...
30 November, 2022
Thanksgiving Message
Thanksgiving is being celebrated differently this year. Thankfully, we are nearing the end of the pandemic and may finally...
23 November, 2022
The December 2022 Priority Dates
Each month, the Visa Office of the State Department publishes, in the Visa Bulletin, the priority dates for that particular...
16 November, 2022
Update On Embassy Interviews And Backlogs
On October 21, 2022, the Department of State (DOS) provided an update on worldwide visa operations, stating that embassies around...
09 November, 2022
Ninth Circuit: Consuls Must Provide “Factual Basis” For Visa Denial Within A Reasonable Time
On October 5, 2022, the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeal held that consular officers are required to provide the factual...
02 November, 2022
Great News For People Seeking “Extreme Hardship” Waivers
Recently, a Ninth Circuit Court of Appeal opinion offers new hope for people who are required to file a waiver...
27 October, 2022
Breaking News! Biden Pardons Immigrants With Marijuana Convictions
On October 6, 2022, President Biden issued a proclamation granting pardons for the offense of simple possession of marijuana, where...
20 October, 2022
The November 2022 Priority Dates
Each month, the Visa Office of the State Department publishes, in the Visa Bulletin, the priority dates for that particular...
07 October, 2022