Documents, timelines, fees and changes: 181 articles on “Residence permits” in the USA, plus help from a lawyer.
USCIS warns that even one mistake on Form I-485 can lead to rejection or processing delays. Learn how to avoid common errors.
The US is introducing new entry and exit rules for non-citizens. The changes will take effect on December 26, 2025. All non-citizens, including Green Card holders, must comply with the new rules.
A Police Clearance Certificate is required for immigration purposes. Learn who needs one and how to get it. The certificate is a crucial document for US immigration.
Greece and the US have discussed migration and asylum issues. The Greek Minister of Migration and Asylum met with US Department of Homeland Security officials to discuss illegal migration and the…
A 1st Circuit panel appeared skeptical of reviving a suit over immigration records. If the process is unfair, it's Congress' job to fix it.
Green card holders can collect Social Security after 10 years of U.S. work. Learn the eligibility rules and what changes when you naturalize. Green card holders may be eligible for Social Security…
A Massachusetts federal judge expressed doubt about restoring humanitarian parole for hundreds of thousands of migrants. This decision came after the Trump administration canceled the parole for a…
USCIS has updated its TPS website, noting that individuals with TPS-related EADs can work through July 22, 2026. Read more.
A New York federal judge blocked the Trump administration's decision to end Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Yemenis. The ruling protects around 3,000 Yemenis in the US.
Passing through other countries can undermine an asylum seeker's credibility. The Sixth Circuit's ruling highlights the importance of using the first safe country for protection.
The DHS has proposed changes to the work-permit rules for asylum applicants. The new rules would require applicants to wait more than 180 days before being eligible for work authorization in the US.…
The court ruled that a president can't disregard or repeal asylum and immigration laws. Congress must take action to change the system, which may affect many immigrants in the US.
Learn how to apply for a green card after one year of asylum in the US. Step-by-step guide and eligibility requirements.
A Texas federal judge has formally closed a lawsuit alleging reverse redlining. The DOJ reached a $68M deal, which the judge says is untethered to the complaint and risks harm to those affected.
The US Supreme Court is reviewing a case on Temporary Protected Status for Haiti and Syria. Solicitor General D. John Sauer urged the court to ignore President Trump's comments on Haitians.
A US federal court has ruled to protect the spouse of a US citizen from arrest during a green card interview. The decision was made after a lawsuit was filed, claiming that immigration authorities…
The D.C. Circuit has struck down the Trump administration's border asylum ban. This ruling may lead to an increase in asylum applications.
USCIS is cracking down on immigration fraud, emphasizing the importance of keeping green card status up to date.
A new bill could change the lives of thousands of immigrants in the US. TPS holders may have a chance to get a green card.
USCIS is introducing new fees and procedures as required by H.R.1, including asylum and annual asylum fees. Read on to learn more about how this may affect you.
New DHS rules may lead to automatic denial of asylum applications and potential removal. Filing fees may be mandatory.
A California federal judge has allowed four Afghan nationals to continue their lawsuit over delays in the processing of their asylum applications. The court also ruled that the plaintiffs can…
A Massachusetts federal judge declined to stop new notices ending parole for noncitizens who entered the US through a government app. The judge ruled that the government is not circumventing an…
A Maryland federal court has ruled that the Trump administration must continue to adjudicate permanent residency applications. The court ruling bars USCIS from implementing an indefinite hold.
The US Supreme Court's decision in Urias-Orellana v. Bondi raises the bar for overturning agency findings in federal court, affecting how practitioners build a factual record and formulate arguments…
The US Supreme Court will hear a case on Temporary Protected Status and geofence warrants, affecting hundreds of thousands of immigrants.
A court has ruled that Trump cannot block asylum claims at the border, limiting the president's power.
The US Supreme Court is considering whether green card holders with pending criminal charges should be paroled into the country. This could change entry rules for green card holders.
The court ruled that simply opposing gangs is not enough to qualify for asylum. This decision may affect many immigrants seeking protection in the US.
Green card holders are urged to consider applying for U.S. citizenship. A Supreme Court case raises concerns about the legal protections of lawful permanent residents.
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