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How Long Can Green Card Holders Travel Outside the US?

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (USCIS) establishes specific regulations for international travel as a permanent resident and regulates green card holders' travel outside the US. Current regulations permit green card holders to leave and return to the United States multiple...

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New Guidance On Entering the US With An Expired Green Card

USCIS laws require U.S. lawful permanent residents (LPR) to carry a valid Green Card at all times. There are many logistical reasons why a Green Card might expire and the LPR is unable to get it renewed on time -...

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Top 5 Ways To Enter The US Legally

The United States is a land of opportunity, attracting people from all over the world who dream of a new life. If you're one of them, navigating the legalities of entering the US can feel overwhelming. Here is a breakdown...

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Nuevas pautas para ingresar a los Estados Unidos con una Green Card vencida

Las leyes de USCIS requieren que los residentes permanentes legales (LPR) de los Estados Unidos lleven una Green Card válida en todo momento. Hay muchas razones logísticas por las cuales una Green Card puede expirar y el LPR no puede...

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¿Cuánto tiempo pueden viajar fuera de los Estados Unidos los titulares de Green Card?

La Oficina de Aduanas y Protección Fronteriza de los Estados Unidos (USCIS) establece regulaciones específicas para viajar al extranjero como residente permanente y regula los viajes de los titulares de Green Card fuera de los Estados Unidos. Las regulaciones actuales...

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International Travel: Can Immigrants Sign Up For Mobile Passport Control?

If you are a green card holder or a new U.S. citizen and you are planning international travel, there is a free app that can reduce wait times at customs. Summer and holidays are notoriously busy travel times and the...

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Are You A Noncitizen Married to a Citizen? New Immigration Program Prioritizes Family Unity and Lawful Pathways

Under current law, noncitizens married to U.S. citizens can apply for lawful permanent residence. However, many must leave the U.S. and wait abroad for processing, leading to long and uncertain separations from their families. This situation causes significant hardship and...

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What Does Form I-864 Affidavit of Support Mean For A Sponsor?

Sponsoring an immigrant to the United States means taking on the legal responsibility to support an immigrant financially and ensuring they do not become a public charge. The sponsor is typically a U.S. citizen or a lawful permanent resident (green...

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What Is Form I-360 Petition for Amerasian, Widow(er) or Special Immigrant?

https://www.uscis.gov/i-360 Form I-360 helps establish eligibility for different immigration benefits depending on the applicant's situation. You can use Form I-360 to apply for a green card for Amerasians, widows(ers) of U.S. citizens in specific situations and various other special immigrant...

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Agilice su ajuste de estatus: no olvide el formulario I-693

Navegar por el proceso de Ajuste de Estatus para recibir una Green Card puede resultar abrumador. Un formulario crucial pero que a menudo se pasa por alto es el Formulario I-693, Informe de examen médico y registro de vacunación. Presentar...

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