By Adriel Orozco, IMMIGRATION IMPACT The American Immigration Council does not endorse or oppose candidates for elected office. We aim to provide analysis regarding the implications of the election on the U.S. immigration system. On December 13, the Biden administration issued a permanent rule that automatically extends the validity of certain work permits by up to 540 […]
By Esther Claudette Gittens | Editorial credit: Anna Moneymaker / shutterstock.com In July 2019, federal authorities arrested Arleigh Louison, a 53-year-old Brooklyn resident, for orchestrating a massive immigration fraud scheme that exploited the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA). Operating under the alias “Ali Lou,” Louison submitted over 1,800 fraudulent applications on behalf of more than […]
The American Immigration Council does not endorse or oppose candidates for elected office. We aim to provide analysis regarding the implications of the election on the U.S. immigration system. After initially blocking the Biden administration’s recent move to promote family unity for some U.S. citizens with undocumented spouses in August, a federal judge in Texas issued a final […]
By Brian Figeroux, Esq. Visitors to the United States on a temporary visitor visa, such as the B-2 visa for tourism, are generally admitted for a specified period, typically up to six months. However, circumstances such as an extended vacation or an unexpected emergency may necessitate a longer stay. If a visitor wishes to stay […]
By Brian Figeroux, Esq. Visitors to the United States on a temporary visitor visa, such as the B-2 visa for tourism, are generally admitted for a specified period, typically up to six months. However, circumstances such as an extended vacation or an unexpected emergency may necessitate a longer stay. If a visitor wishes to stay […]
By Brian Figeroux, Esq. | Editorial credit: create jobs 51/ shutterstock.com It is advisable to consult with an immigration attorney to evaluate the individual’s specific circumstances, especially to explore whether Advance Parole or other legal avenues might be pursued successfully. Advance Parole is one of the most common and viable options for individuals without lawful […]
By Brian Figeroux, Esq. | Editorial Credit: Yuri A / shutterstock.com The National Interest Waiver (NIW) is an immigration pathway available to certain foreign nationals under the Employment-Based Second Preference (EB-2) category of the U.S. immigration system. The NIW allows an individual to seek a waiver of the job offer requirement, including the labor certification […]
By Brian Figeroux, Esq. | Editorial Credit: Yuri A. / shutterstock.com Becoming a registered nurse (RN) in the United States as a foreign national involves navigating the complexities of federal immigration law, fulfilling professional licensing requirements, and meeting various state-specific criteria. This analysis provides a comprehensive overview of the immigration pathways available to foreign-educated nurses […]
By Brian Figeroux, Esq. | Editorial Credit: Alisa.strj/shutterstock.com When a foreign national is visiting the United States on a temporary basis, such as for tourism or vacation purposes, they may sometimes wish to extend their stay beyond the period initially granted by U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP). Under federal immigration law, extending a vacation […]
Editorial credit: Lyonstock / Shutterstock.com WASHINGTON— U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services will celebrate Independence Day this year by welcoming approximately 11,000 new citizens in more than 195 naturalization ceremonies between June 28 and July 5. These ceremonies demonstrate our government’s commitment to welcoming immigrants and promoting the benefits of U.S. citizenship for all who are […]