If you are thinking about making any travel plans in 2022, you should be aware of ongoing passport delays due to the Covid-19 pandemic. Although passport agencies have resumed normal operations since June 2020, a backlog of 1.7 million applicants has caused severe delays. Due to the influx of backlogged applicants, while passport agencies halted [...]
The United States of America has a complex and intricate immigration system. Government officials, laws, executive orders, regulations, and policy memos are all factors that contribute to an individual’s deportation. Although every deportation case is unique to each individual, the immigration system in the U.S. is one in crucial need of advocacy, primarily to protect [...]
Immigrants assist in growing our economy by filling particular labor demands, buying goods, and paying taxes. According to Kleiner Perkins Caufield & Byers partner Mary Meeker’s annual internet trends - Sixty percent of the highest-valued tech companies were co-founded by first- or second-generation immigrants. To mention a couple, Jeff Bezos, the CEO of Amazon, is a [...]
Each individual in the United States of America has certain basic rights. If law enforcement asks you about your immigration status, you should know your rights! To reduce the risk for yourself it is crucial that you: Remain calm and do not resist, argue, obstruct, or run away from law enforcement. Be certain to always [...]
Citizenship is the position of being a citizen of a specific country. The easiest way to acquire citizenship in the United States of America is by being born here. Children who are born in the United States or certain incorporated territories of the U.S. are legally considered U.S. Citizens, even if their parents are not. [...]
What and/or Who is an Asylee? An asylee is an individual who is forced to flee their country due to violence, war, or persecution. An asylee seeks protection from within the United States or at a port of entry. This is not to be confused with a refuge, who applies for protection outside of the [...]
For undocumented individuals with dreams of becoming a citizen of the United States, having an immigration lawyer is fundamental to make that dream a reality. With Rivera Law by your side, your U.S. citizenship process will go smoother. We will work with you to: Assure you are prepared for your interview and exam. Assemble all [...]
H-2A and H-2B programs help the labor market shortage by allowing certain qualifying companies to temporarily hire foreign workers through legal work permits. Foreign workers who provide agricultural services are eligible for H-2A visa programs while non-agricultural workers may qualify for H-2B visa programs. The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) is responsible for approving employer’s [...]
Many foreign nationals aspire to come to America in hopes of pursuing what many call the American Dream. A foreign national is someone who is not a naturalized citizen in the country they are residing in. In this case, the United States. Anyone who is not a naturalized citizen must legally attain a visa before [...]
Within the United States (U.S.), acquisition of a green card is the key to permanent residence. The correct legal term for a green card holder is “lawful permanent resident” or LPR. When someone holds LPR status, with patience and practice they can eventually become a naturalized U.S. citizen. Because green cards are a key to [...]
