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Understanding the Naturalization Test: Study Tips and Common Questions Becoming a U.S. citizen is an important milestone in your immigration journey. To achieve this, you will need to pass the naturalization test, which evaluates your knowledge of English and civics. In this comprehensive guide, we will provide you with study tips, answer common questions, and...Read More

Factors to Consider When Applying for a Hardship Waiver When navigating the US immigration system, there are situations where individuals face inadmissibility due to certain grounds, such as unlawful presence, misrepresentation, or criminal convictions. However, there is a potential solution available in the form of a hardship waiver. A hardship waiver, also known as an...Read More

Discover effective strategies to maintain a thriving long-distance relationship while navigating the complexities of the marriage green card process. From open communication to setting goals, these tips will help you strengthen your bond and overcome the challenges.Read More

Exploring F1 Visa Work Opportunities: 5 Legal Ways to Work in the US In this article, we’ll explore five ways you can legally work in the US without violating your visa status. 1. On-Campus EmploymentThis is one of the most straightforward employment options for F1 students. As an F1 visa holder, you can take up...Read More

10 Essential Tips for a Successful B1/B2 Visa Approval Embarking on a journey to the United States for business or pleasure involves acquiring a B1/B2 visa. The B1 visa caters to business-related ventures, while the B2 visa serves tourists and those visiting for pleasure. This article offers 10 practical tips to help increase your chances...Read More

90-Day Fiancé vs. Reality: Unveiling 5 Key Differences The reality TV show “90-Day Fiancé” offers a tantalizing glimpse into the world of international relationships. However, its glitz and dramatic flair often overshadow the realities of such relationships. In this blog post, we demystify the sensationalism by discussing five crucial ways in which the show differs...Read More

Essential Guide to Immigrating to the US : 5 Key Considerations Embarking on the journey of immigrating to the US can be a thrilling experience filled with new opportunities and the promise of a fresh start. However, the immigration process in the US can also seem overwhelming. This comprehensive guide highlights five important aspects that...Read More

Challenges and Opportunities for Immigrants in the Current Job Market The job market can be challenging for anyone, but the obstacles can be even greater for immigrants. Despite their skills and qualifications, immigrants often face barriers to finding work that is commensurate with their experience and training. However, there are also opportunities for immigrants who...Read More

USCIS Receives 781K H1B Registration for FY 2024: What You Need to Know The US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) conducted the H1B Lottery for the fiscal year (FY) 2024 season during the last week of March 2023. Many have been eagerly waiting to know the total count of H1B registrations, how many were selected,...Read More

Understanding VAWA: The Violence Against Women Act and Immigration Relief The Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) is a crucial piece of legislation that provides protections and resources for victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, and stalking in the United States. This article will cover essential information about VAWA, including eligibility criteria, application process, and the...Read More

U Visa Guide: Eligibility, Requirements, and Application Process for Victims of Crime The U visa is a nonimmigrant visa specifically designed to protect victims of certain crimes who have experienced mental or physical abuse and have actively assisted in the investigation or prosecution of the crime. This blog post will provide an overview of the...Read More

The Affidavit of Support is a crucial legal document for US citizens and lawful permanent residents (LPR) sponsoring an immigrant for a green card. Learn about the process, requirements, and forms involved, such as Form I-864, to ensure a successful application with US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS).   What is the Purpose of the...Read More

“Hi, this is immigration attorney Abisha Parikh and today I am going to go over the most common mistakes that you should avoid during your visa interview. These tips are coming straight from a Consulate Officer who kindly shared these details with me so that I can share them with my clients. Is your marriage...Read More

“The immigration process when it comes to sponsoring a spouse is very much dependent on the corporation of the US citizen or permanent resident spouse. The most immediate consequence to your spouse not going to the Green card interview is that if you show up without your spouse, it is going to raise a lot...Read More

“Hi this is immigration attorney Abisha Parikh. and today i will be discussing the E-2 Visas. The E-2 investor visa allows an individual to enter and work inside of the US, based on an investment the applicant will be controlling within the US. The visa has to be renewed every year, but there is no...Read More

“Hi this is immigration attorney, Abisha Parikh. And today i am going to be briefly discussing the O-1 Visa for extraordinary ability individuals as an alternative for a H1-B Visa.  Most people are familiar with the H1-B Visa as the most common work visa. However, the O1 visa is a very unique visa that allows...Read More

“Hi this is immigration attorney Abisha Parikh. and today ill be discussing joint sponsorship.  when sponsoring immigrants for a green card in the US, the petitioner has to meet certain income guidelines in a family based case in order for immigration to be sure that the immigrant will not go on public assistance in the...Read More

“Hi this is immigration attorney, Abisha Parikh. And today i am going to be talking about naturalization and citizenship requirements. More and More people wish tot apply to become US citizens, whether it is for a job or for family reasons. Being a US citizen allows you to do things that you couldn’t do as...Read More

“Hi this is immigration attorney Abisha Parikh, and today i am going to be discussing the EB5 investor visas. The EB5 requires any foreign investor, regardless of their nationality, to invest either half a million or a million dollars in order for them to be able to come to the US and acquire a green...Read More

Release Date: April 19, 2017 U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services today announced a redesign to the Permanent Resident Card (also known as a Green Card) and the Employment Authorization Document (EAD) as part of the Next Generation Secure Identification Document Project. USCIS will begin issuing the new cards on May 1, 2017. These redesigns use...Read More

“HI this is immigration attorney Abisha Parikh and today i am going to be going over the DV lottery. i am often asked by clients how do i get a green card if i dont have a million dollars to buy one? or an employer to sponsor me? Or i do not have a family...Read More

“Hi this is immigration attorney Abisha Parikh and today i will be going over the steps to a K3 marriage based green card. if you are married to a  us citizen and decided to not go through the whole immigration visa application process while your overseas but instead to use the alternate K3 visa for...Read More

“Hi this is immigration attorney Abisha Parikh. and today i will be briefly going over the permanent bar. always consult a competent immigration attorney if this situation applies to you. the permanent bar is a ten year bar that  requires you to stay outside the US for a full 10 years before you can qualify...Read More

“Are you or a family member on the path to becoming a us citizen or a permanent resident? let our law office help you through the visa, green card or naturalization process. We focus our law practice on various areas of immigration law, including citizenship applications, employment, , marriage and family based petitions and many...Read More