by Lana Kats | May 2, 2020 | Immigration News
In reply to many requests from my clients, here is the summary of the USCIS and Immigration Court’s operational status during the pandemic: Interviews, Appointments, Hearings, Biometrics, Oath Ceremonies Immigration Courts:All non- detained immigration...
by Lana Kats | Mar 19, 2020 | Immigration News
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s (DHS) new public charge rule took effect on Feb. 24, 2020, applies nationwide, and affects people applying for green cards and visas from within the United States. The main impact of the new rule will be felt by applicants...
by Lana Kats | Mar 19, 2020 | Immigration News
The US immigration law says immigrants can be denied citizenship over Marijuana-related activities, even in states where it’s legal. Federal law does not recognize the decriminalization of marijuana for any purpose, even in places where state or local law does. US...
by Lana Kats | Feb 4, 2020 | Immigration News
Visiting the United States to have a baby is not a legitimate activity for pleasure or an activity of a visitor’s visa recreational nature according to the US State Department. The regulation governing the issuance of visas for temporary visitors for pleasure, or B...