When a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident (green card holder) files a petition to have their relatives given their own green cards, those relatives usually must wait a long time before being allowed to come to the U.S. to join their sponsoring relatives. For […]
The short answer is yes, but there are a few things you should keep in mind as you decide whether to file online or not. It used to be that all petitions and applications to be filed with the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) […]
Individuals who have been persecuted in their home country can apply for and obtain asylum in the U.S. if they satisfy the requirements under U.S. immigration law. One can also apply for asylum if they have a well-founded fear of being persecuted in their home […]
The short answer is yes, but there are several considerations you should have in mind before obtaining dual citizenship. At J. Sparks Law, we can answer questions like this for anyone in the Austin area with immigration or citizenship concerns. It’s always best to have […]
When a foreign national marries a U.S. citizen, he or she receives no automatic benefit. The parties must file for legal status and await a final decision. If the foreign national is abroad, he or she will go through what is commonly called “consular processing,” which […]
A deportation defense attorney from J Spark Law, PLLC helps you to face deportation situations. Unfortunately, many people who came to find better job opportunities now are facing deportation. Coming to the United States is a dream for many people across the globe. People believe […]
The state of DACA protections is unsteady. If you need any type of immigration help, contact an experienced immigration law firm right away. Various laws were enacted and regulations enforced in efforts to curb the flow of illegal immigration. Deportation of those in the country […]
Coming to the United States requires a foreign national to either have a non-immigrant visa or an immigrant visa. Some immigrant visa holders go on to obtain a green card. There are many complicated rules that apply to get either of these types of visas […]
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