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Marriage-Based Green Card: What to Expect at the Interview

You fell in love. You built a life together. Now you’re taking the next step—getting a green card through marriage. One of the most important moments in this process is the USCIS interview, and while it might feel nerve-wracking, it...

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Cómo Pedir la Residencia Permanente para un Esposo(a), Padre o Hijo

La familia lo es todo, y uno de los mayores privilegios de ser ciudadano estadounidense o residente permanente legal es poder ayudar a tus seres queridos a obtener estatus legal en los Estados Unidos. Si estás listo para reunirte con...

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How to Petition a Spouse, Parent, or Child for a Green Card

Family is everything—and one of the greatest privileges of being a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident is the ability to help your loved ones gain legal status in the United States. If you’re ready to reunite with your family...

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Divorce After Getting a Green Card: What It Means for Your Immigration Status

Getting divorced is hard. If you got your green card through marriage, a divorce can make things even more confusing. You might wonder if you can stay in the U.S. or if you’ll lose your green card. Below explains what...

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What to Expect After a Marriage-Based Green Card Interview – Here’s What I Tell My Clients

The marriage-based green card interview is a major milestone in your immigration journey - but many couples feel anxious about what comes next. At Godoy Law Office Immigration Lawyers, we’ve helped hundreds of couples across the country navigate this exact...

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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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