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Tattoos are more socially acceptable and should not be a reason for someone to be denied a green card. However, immigration officers do have the right to inspect tattoos and evaluate them in their decision to grant a visa. Immigration...

Good news for travelers: US passport wait times for processing have returned to pre-pandemic levels, significantly streamlining the application process for international travelers. Improved passport wait times: Routine service: 6-8 weeks (down from 7-10 weeks)\ Expedited service: 2-3 weeks (down...

International Migrants Day is observed annually on December 18 to raise awareness of the contributions of migrants to their societies, and to promote their rights and well-being. This year's theme is Harnessing Human Mobility, Advancing Inclusivity and Sustainable Development. Migrants...

Immigration applicants filing forms including DS-160, DS-156 or DS-260 must submit their social media profiles to U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS)  for review. When going through the immigration process, U.S. immigration authorities may check your social media accounts to...

Immigration is good for the American economy, say economists! With a historic high of 12 million open jobs in March 2022 and rising interest rates in 2023, immigrants are helping to ease the U.S. labor shortage and lower the risk...

If you are living in, traveling through or temporarily visiting an American state, you are required to follow that state's laws. Some new laws and proposed laws in Texas could have an impact on immigrants. SB1551 Effective September 1, SB...

Immigration to the United States can be a complex and daunting process. There are many different types of visas and applications, and the requirements can be constantly changing. As a result, many people are turning to artificial intelligence (AI) tools...

At Godoy Law Office we're often asked what is the typical cost of immigrating to the U.S. The cost from someone to immigration to the United States varies considerably - it could be as low as $2,000 to $8,000 and...

USCIS Tips For Avoiding Immigration Scam Here are some tips from USCIS to avoid immigration fraud and scams. If you receive a job offer by email before you leave your country to come to the U.S., it may be a...

Undocumented individuals living in the United States must consider whether it's worth the risk to fly within the United States. In the United States, undocumented immigrants are allowed to fly within the country, but they must use their foreign passport...