Last week, we had a huge update on deferred action for childhood arrivals. Falling into compliance, effective December 7, 2020, an order of a United States District Court, there have been major changes to U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). With these changes there come some major victories that we, as a nation, have been
Learn MoreIn November 2020 the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) had an astonishing announcement in regards to Temporary Protected Status (TPS) residents. This notice will now extend the validity of TPS documentation for those in El Salvador, Haiti, Honduras, Nepal, Nicaragua, and Sudan until January 4, 2021. This will also extend Employment Authorization Documents including: Forms
Learn MoreThe incoming administration—now in office for about a month—has certainly brought the immigration issue back to the forefront. Since he has taken office, President Biden has signed a flurry of executive orders (more than any other President in history) flexing the executive muscle in an attempt to reverse and, in many instances, erase the Trump-era
Learn MoreIn a recent notice, the Department of Homeland Security announced the designation of Venezuela for Temporary Protected Status for 18 months, effective March 9, 2021, through September 9, 2022. What does this mean for you and your loved ones? Read more here. If you require any legal assistance, the Law Office of Anable & Rivera can
Learn MoreTwo weeks after the Supreme Court announced it would review the Trump administration’s “public charge” rule, the case itself was dismissed at the request of the Biden administration. The “public charge” rule governs the admission of immigration into the United States. Under federal immigration law, noncitizens cannot receive a green card if the government believes...
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For many legal immigrants to the United States, the day they raise their right hand and pledge allegiance to America is a long way away. The day, however, eventually comes to those who follow the process and fill out the paperwork. One inevitable part of the journey towards naturalization, however, is the citizenship test. The
Learn MoreFor immigrants that seek to become naturalized American citizens, the journey requires patience and hard work. It gets complicated: forms, documents, paperwork, interviews, and a little bit of civics knowledge. Citizenship is more than a piece of paper, it’s an admission to one of the biggest, most innovative, and most freedom-loving nations on the planet.
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The country’s history is part of the nation’s shared identity. Knowing that history is important as immigrants become citizens and embark on their journey to vote and further contribute to this country. In our last post, we focused on one of the founding fathers that played an important role in the nation’s history and is
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The R-1 Nonimmigrant Religious Worker visa is a special category of visa allowed by the United States immigration service. It allows people of varying religious faiths to enter the country to perform religious work. Like all visas, however, the R-1 visa has its own restrictions and requirements and can get confusing for someone looking for
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It isn’t an easy feat to migrate from one country to another. It requires extensive planning, a lot of paperwork, and financial resources. Whether you’ve planned everything or not, immigrants still face many problems. This is why you should hire an immigration lawyer in Portland. If you’re looking for a law office in Portland, click
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The United States is the land of opportunity for citizens and non-citizens alike. However, when you’re a US citizen in large cities like Portland, Oregon, more benefits are often available. If you’ve been on the fence and you’re thinking about becoming a US citizen, you’ve come to the right place. This article will look at
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How to Determine When You Need an Immigration Lawyer If you are seeking to become a United States citizen, you need to consider hiring an immigration lawyer as soon as possible. The immigration process can be complex and challenging without the help of a citizenship attorney. At The Law Offices of Anable & Rivera PC,
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