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When an applicant receives a denial from the U.S. Citizenship & Immigration Services (USCIS) instead of the long anticipated approval notice for a visa, the initial response is that of disappointment and frustration. Before looking for the nearest exit, take a moment to consider three things that the applicant can do immediately. Review the notice …

K1 Fiance Visa Overview If your fiance is not a citizen of the United States and you plan to get married in the U.S., then you must file a K1 Visa petition with USCIS on behalf of your fiancé. After the petition is approved, your fiance must obtain a visa issued at a U.S. Embassy …

US Visa Denied under INA Section 214(b) Section 214(b) is part of the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA). It states: Every alien shall be presumed to be an immigrant until he establishes to the satisfaction of the consular officer, at the time of application for admission, that he is entitled to a nonimmigrant status… To …

For many American who have met their girlfriends during their holiday tour of Thailand or who have met online through various dating websites, the most confounding problem is what to do if you want to pursue your relationship in the US.  The most common questions I get from prospective client are: How can I bring …

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement seem to be deporting U.S. citizens without ascertaining their immigration status. ICE has jurisdiction over illegal immigrants and cannot deport or illegal detain U.S. citizens, however, more and more instances of mishaps have resulted in U.S. citizens being wrongfully deported. Here’s the latest article. Veloz had to prove his citizenship …

An immigrant is a foreign national who has been granted the privilege of living and working permanently in the United States. You must go through a multi-step process to become an immigrant. In most cases, USCIS must first approve an immigrant petition for you, usually filed by an employer or relative.  An immigrant visa number …