A green card is a colloquial name for a permanent resident card, and the card provides proof that someone is here legally. The cards expire after 10 years, and Florida residents needing a new card must procure one. However, processing delays might occur. Those lawful...
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Year: 2022
Do you need a visa to visit the United States?
When individuals from other countries want to visit Florida, they often question whether they need a visitor visa. The answer to that question depends upon your country of origin and your reason for coming to the country. Types of visitor visas Before you decide to...
The importance of removing green card conditions
If you’re a married immigrant living in Florida with your spouse, you may have a conditional green card. You should know how to apply for the removal of the conditions. The meaning of a conditional green card A conditional green card allows you to work and live in the...
What is the adjustment of status process for immigrants?
If you are an immigrant located in Florida who is trying to obtain a green card, you must adjust your status. You should know what this means and what steps you need to take. Understanding adjustment of status When you plan to apply for a green card, the process is...
Everything you need to know about the IR-2 visa
Located in the southeastern United States, Florida is close to many South American countries. Considering that, you might be a parent who wants to bring their child to the United States from another country. First, you'll need to sponsor your child for an IR-2 visa....
Immigration courts making progress on case backlog
As an immigration hub, Florida receives people from all over the world, especially South America and the Caribbean. In recent years, the federal government's immigration courts have fallen far behind in processing cases, but the system is finally making progress on...
What are the requirements to immigrate to the U.S.?
Florida is a popular state for immigrants. Around 21% of the state's population are foreign-born individuals. There are many possible routes to move to the U.S., so you may want to thoroughly consider your options before thinking that you don't qualify. Background...
Naturalization and eligibility qualifications
If you’re a Florida inhabitant with five years of consecutive residency without special circumstances and are 18 years or older, you could qualify for permanent citizenship in the U.S. Immigration law makes naturalization possible for people who meet the criteria....
What are the immigration options for Ukrainian nationals?
With the war in Ukraine now passing its sixth month, many Ukrainian nationals have fled and entered Florida and other areas in the United States. There are different visa processing options for people to remain in the country. Visas As of March 2, 2022, the U.S. the...
The immigration process for a foreign fiancé
One of the more talked about immigration scenarios is getting a fiance visa. This is more officially called the K-1 visa, with an additional K-2 visa if your foreign fiance also has children to bring with them to your Florida home. These visas are intended as ways to...
