Visa retrogression occurs when more people apply for an immigrant visa in a particular category than there are immigrant visas available for that month. In these circumstances, the cut-off date on the Visa Bulletin moves backward to an earlier date. Visa retrogression may further impact the processing time of immigrant visa petitions. Disclaimer: This post is provided by Lally Immigration Services, LLC for informational and marketing purposes. This article […]
Today we honor and remember. 🇺🇸 Wishing everyone a safe and happy Memorial Day! Disclaimer: This post is provided by Lally Immigration Services, LLC for informational and marketing purposes. This article does not constitute legal advice nor does it establish an attorney-client relationship. No reader should act, or refrain from acting, on the basis of any information presented in this article, or elsewhere […]
Naturalization applications may be filed up to ninety days before they applicant would first meet the required three- or five-year period of continuous residence as a lawful permanent resident. Applicants filing for naturalization based on their marriage to a U.S. citizen may file up to ninety days before meeting the required three-year period of continuous residence as a lawful permanent resident. Disclaimer: This post is provided by Lally Immigration Services, […]
Immigration Glossary: Deferred Action A discretionary decision by immigration authorities to delay deportation for a certain period, though it does not provide permanent legal status. Disclaimer: This post is provided by Lally Immigration Services, LLC for informational and marketing purposes. This article does not constitute legal advice nor does it establish an attorney-client relationship. No reader should act, […]
Filing taxes matters in your immigration case as it builds your immigration record. USCIS reviews tax history during green card and citizenship applications. Gaps can trigger delays or denials. Did you know this? Disclaimer: This post is provided by Lally Immigration Services, LLC for informational and marketing purposes. This article does not constitute legal advice nor does […]
Is your temporary visa expiring? Don’t wait – here is what to do: Start the process 6 months early: filing early protects you if there are delays. Know what your visa allows: Some visas can be extended, others require switching to a different status entirely. Explore a path to a green card: many temporary visas can […]
The Child Status Protection Act (“CSPA”) does not change the definition of a child. Instead, the CSPA provides a method for calculating a person’s age to see if they meet the definition of a child for immigration purposes. The CSPA applies to noncitizens abroad who are applying for an immigrant visa through the Department of State (“DOS”) as well as noncitizens physically […]
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The estimated processing times are calculated by USCIS based on how long it took the USCIS to complete 80% of cases over the past 6 months. Did you know this? Disclaimer: This post is provided by Lally Immigration Services, LLC for informational and marketing purposes. This article does not constitute legal advice nor does it establish an […]
False, do NOT send original documents unless explicitly requested. If you’re submitting a form by mail, please make sure to include photocopies of your documents. Have questions or are looking for help with your filing? Email [email protected]. Disclaimer: This post is provided by Lally Immigration Services, LLC for informational and marketing purposes. This article does not constitute legal advice nor does it establish […]
