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Green Card por Matrimonio: Qué Esperar en la Entrevista

Se enamoraron. Construyeron una vida juntos. Ahora están dando el siguiente paso: obtener la green card a través del matrimonio. Uno de los momentos más importantes de este proceso es la entrevista con USCIS. Aunque puede causar nervios, no tiene...

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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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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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