This document provides information about potential pathways to legal status in the United States. It discusses family petitions, Violence Against Women Act petitions, and U Visas for victims of crimes. Requirements are outlined for each potential pathway, including the need to demonstrate a qualifying family relationship, evidence of abuse, cooperation with law enforcement, and other eligibility criteria. Benefits of these options like the ability to apply for work authorization and a path to citizenship are also summarized.
This document discusses marrying internationally and the immigration process with attorney James P. Hentz. There are three circumstances for a spousal petition: if the spouse is overseas, entered the US with a visa, or entered without documentation. The process involves filing a petition, getting a visa approved, and adjusting status once in the US. Criminal convictions can lead to denied petitions. Co-sponsors may be needed if the petitioner does not meet income requirements.
This listing of immigration terms, from a to z, provides easy-to-grasp, jargon-minimized tips and definitions, as well as examples taken from various writings and blog posts of Immigration Attorney Carlos Batara.
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Immigration law is one of the toughest areas of law because rules are consistently changing due to the political ramifications of international policy measures.
This A - Z presentation hopes to provide insight on many of the commonly asked questions asked by immigrants and immigration reform advocates.
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1. Obtaining U.S. citizenship provides significant legal benefits over permanent resident status, such as protection from deportation, eligibility for government jobs and assistance programs, and the ability to sponsor family members for citizenship.
2. Generally, to become a naturalized U.S. citizen one must be a lawful permanent resident for 3-5 years, pass tests on English and U.S. civics, and show good moral character without having committed certain crimes.
3. Dual citizenship is permitted under some circumstances if another country allows its citizens to also be U.S. citizens, such as through birth in the U.S. to foreign nationals or naturalizing abroad without renouncing U
One way of permanently immigrating to the U.S. is through sponsorship from one of your close relatives. This falls under the category of family-based immigration and it is one of the ways Congress has emphasized the importance of family unification in American Immigration Law. There are numerous important criteria that need to be met in order to successfully qualify a family relationship as eligible for family-based immigration and in order for an individual in that process to qualify as a relative's sponsor.
An asylum lawyer advertising their services provides asylum legal services for $1,500. They help with the full asylum application process including preparing the application, supporting documents, and representing clients at their asylum interview. The lawyer has experience in asylum law and success stories from past clients who received asylum approval with their help.
This document discusses marrying internationally and the immigration process with attorney James P. Hentz. There are three circumstances for a spousal petition: if the spouse is overseas, entered the US with a visa, or entered without documentation. The process involves filing a petition, getting a visa approved, and adjusting status once in the US. Criminal convictions can lead to denied petitions. Co-sponsors may be needed if the petitioner does not meet income requirements.
This listing of immigration terms, from a to z, provides easy-to-grasp, jargon-minimized tips and definitions, as well as examples taken from various writings and blog posts of Immigration Attorney Carlos Batara.
These terms pertain to several major areas of immigration law, including family visas and marriage-based petitions, permanent resident programs, citizenship and naturalization, deportation and removal defense, immigration appeals, humanitarian programs involving asylum, refugees, TPS, and trafficking victims, as well as immigrant domestic violence protections, such as VAWA and U visas.
Immigration law is one of the toughest areas of law because rules are consistently changing due to the political ramifications of international policy measures.
This A - Z presentation hopes to provide insight on many of the commonly asked questions asked by immigrants and immigration reform advocates.
The document summarizes key aspects of the Border Security, Economic Opportunity, and Immigration Modernization Act (S. 744), a comprehensive immigration reform bill introduced in 2013. It describes provisions to provide legal status and a path to citizenship for undocumented immigrants, reform family-based and employment-based immigration, expand some nonimmigrant visa programs, and increase border security and enforcement measures. Specifically, it outlines the creation of a Registered Provisional Immigrant program that would allow undocumented immigrants to gain legal status for 10 years before applying for a green card.
1. Obtaining U.S. citizenship provides significant legal benefits over permanent resident status, such as protection from deportation, eligibility for government jobs and assistance programs, and the ability to sponsor family members for citizenship.
2. Generally, to become a naturalized U.S. citizen one must be a lawful permanent resident for 3-5 years, pass tests on English and U.S. civics, and show good moral character without having committed certain crimes.
3. Dual citizenship is permitted under some circumstances if another country allows its citizens to also be U.S. citizens, such as through birth in the U.S. to foreign nationals or naturalizing abroad without renouncing U
One way of permanently immigrating to the U.S. is through sponsorship from one of your close relatives. This falls under the category of family-based immigration and it is one of the ways Congress has emphasized the importance of family unification in American Immigration Law. There are numerous important criteria that need to be met in order to successfully qualify a family relationship as eligible for family-based immigration and in order for an individual in that process to qualify as a relative's sponsor.
An asylum lawyer advertising their services provides asylum legal services for $1,500. They help with the full asylum application process including preparing the application, supporting documents, and representing clients at their asylum interview. The lawyer has experience in asylum law and success stories from past clients who received asylum approval with their help.
Immigrants usually leave their native countries for a variety of reasons, including a desire for economic prosperity, political issues, family re-unification, escaping conflict or natural disaster, or simply the wish to change one's surroundings
U.S. Citizen Petitioning for their Spouse with Provisional Unlawful Presence ...Frances Valdez
“Can I file an I-601A immigration waiver for my spouse?” FValdezLaw has compiled this deck to provide general information on the Provisional Unlawful Presence Waiver (I-601A) for U.S. Citizens applying for a spouse. This includes a breakdown on spousal petitions and who may qualify for this waiver and other info you will need when deciding whether to apply for the I-601A stateside immigration waiver for a spouse.
Have a suggestion for additional immigration law topics? Let us know!
Website: http://fvaldezlaw.com
Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/FValdezLaw/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/fvaldezlaw
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/567563
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUrEkDM1oFUSMEUcTvAfbUg
DISCLAIMER: The content of this powerpoint is not intended to substitute specific advice which is relevant to all of the facts and circumstances of your unique case. FValdezLaw recommends you seek a detailed legal consultation for that purpose.
This document summarizes immigration to the United States, including both legal and illegal immigration. It discusses that illegal immigration can occur through crossing borders illegally, overstaying visas, or using false documents. Legally, immigration is based on family reunification, skills valuable to the economy, and protecting refugees. Family-based immigration allows for visas for immediate relatives and preference categories, while employment-based immigration includes temporary and permanent visas. Obtaining citizenship requires having a green card for a period of time and passing the naturalization process. The top countries sending immigrants to the US are Mexico, China, Philippines, India, and Cuba.
This document provides an overview of US immigration terminology, principles, and processes. It defines key terms like immigrant, migrant, lawful permanent resident, and undocumented immigrant. It explains different pathways to enter the US like family-based immigration, employment-based immigration, and the diversity visa program. It also outlines the process of becoming a naturalized US citizen and temporary statuses like Temporary Protected Status. The document seeks to educate about how the US immigration system is intended to work.
This document provides information about U.S. immigration principles, terminology, and processes. It discusses key concepts like:
- The principles of family reunification, valuable job skills, and protecting refugees that guide U.S. immigration policy.
- Common immigration terms and statuses like lawful permanent resident, asylee, visa, naturalization, and their definitions.
- The various pathways to obtain citizenship or legal status in the U.S., including through family sponsorship, employment, refugee protection, and diversity visas.
- How long legal immigration processes can take, from initial entry to becoming a naturalized citizen, which may be over 10 years.
How Can I Immigrate to the United States?clubcraft
This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For a detailed
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Becoming a U.S. citizen gives you new rights and privileges: it shows your patriotism, allows you to vote, you obtain government benefits, and you are able to able to become a permanent resident of the United States. Being a citizen also carries with it new responsibilities. This guide will inform the reader of how to become a U.S. citizen, and answer some frequently asked questions. This guide is not meant as a substitute for legal advice. Should you have any questions or concerns you should contact legal counsel. ---The Complete Steps to Becoming a United States (U.S.A.) Citizen
Filing a Form I-130 petition for an alien relative is the first step in helping that relative become a lawful permanent resident of the United States. As a US citizen, you can petition for your spouse, unmarried children under 21, parents, and unmarried siblings over 21. Approval of the I-130 establishes the family relationship but the relative's place in line depends on when you filed. Wait times vary from immediately available for some immediate relatives to several years for others. The petition process and requirements are outlined on the USCIS website.
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This newsletter provides updates on US immigration law from attorneys at the NPZ Law Group. It discusses several topics:
1) President Obama has said he still plans to take steps on immigration reform but his timeline has been affected by the crisis of unaccompanied minors from Central America.
2) The State Department released the September 2014 visa bulletin which included movement on certain employment-based category cut-off dates.
3) The China EB-5 visa category is unavailable for the remainder of fiscal year 2014 after reaching its annual quota. Cases will be held until October 1st.
4) The newsletter provides information on various visa types including L-1 intracompany transfer visas and the U
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There are five main ways to immigrate to the United States: family-based immigration, employment-based immigration, investment-based immigration, asylum, and the diversity visa lottery. Family-based immigration allows U.S. citizens and permanent residents to sponsor close family members, while employment-based immigration has preference categories for professionals, skilled workers, and investors who create jobs. Asylum provides protection for individuals fleeing persecution, and the diversity visa lottery offers green cards to applicants from underrepresented countries through a randomized computer drawing.
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The document summarizes a proposed comprehensive immigration reform plan from Democratic senators. Key points include:
- Providing benefits to same-sex partners of citizens and eliminating family visa backlogs.
- Delaying legalization until border security benchmarks are met, like increasing border patrol.
- Creating a pathway to citizenship after 8 years if requirements are met, including paying taxes and passing background checks.
- Reforming visa programs and allowing some agricultural/lower-skilled workers and foreign STEM graduates to apply for citizenship.
Most Americans take it for granted that marriage to a U.S. citizen and other family relationships entitle an immigrant to permanent residence (a green card), but there are barriers that often prevent or delay these family members from becoming lawful permanent residents, even if they are already in the United States. Among these barriers are the “three- and ten-year bars,” provisions of the law which prohibit applicants from returning to the United States if they depart after having previously been in the country illegally.
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"Lifting the Corporate Veil" is a legal concept that refers to the judicial act of disregarding the separate legal personality of a corporation or limited liability company (LLC). Normally, a corporation is considered a legal entity separate from its shareholders or members, meaning that the personal assets of shareholders or members are protected from the liabilities of the corporation. However, there are certain situations where courts may decide to "pierce" or "lift" the corporate veil, holding shareholders or members personally liable for the debts or actions of the corporation.
Here are some common scenarios in which courts might lift the corporate veil:
Fraud or Illegality: If shareholders or members use the corporate structure to perpetrate fraud, evade legal obligations, or engage in illegal activities, courts may disregard the corporate entity and hold those individuals personally liable.
Undercapitalization: If a corporation is formed with insufficient capital to conduct its intended business and meet its foreseeable liabilities, and this lack of capitalization results in harm to creditors or other parties, courts may lift the corporate veil to hold shareholders or members liable.
Failure to Observe Corporate Formalities: Corporations and LLCs are required to observe certain formalities, such as holding regular meetings, maintaining separate financial records, and avoiding commingling of personal and corporate assets. If these formalities are not observed and the corporate structure is used as a mere façade, courts may disregard the corporate entity.
Alter Ego: If there is such a unity of interest and ownership between the corporation and its shareholders or members that the separate personalities of the corporation and the individuals no longer exist, courts may treat the corporation as the alter ego of its owners and hold them personally liable.
Group Enterprises: In some cases, where multiple corporations are closely related or form part of a single economic unit, courts may pierce the corporate veil to achieve equity, particularly if one corporation's actions harm creditors or other stakeholders and the corporate structure is being used to shield culpable parties from liability.
Immigrants usually leave their native countries for a variety of reasons, including a desire for economic prosperity, political issues, family re-unification, escaping conflict or natural disaster, or simply the wish to change one's surroundings
U.S. Citizen Petitioning for their Spouse with Provisional Unlawful Presence ...Frances Valdez
“Can I file an I-601A immigration waiver for my spouse?” FValdezLaw has compiled this deck to provide general information on the Provisional Unlawful Presence Waiver (I-601A) for U.S. Citizens applying for a spouse. This includes a breakdown on spousal petitions and who may qualify for this waiver and other info you will need when deciding whether to apply for the I-601A stateside immigration waiver for a spouse.
Have a suggestion for additional immigration law topics? Let us know!
Website: http://fvaldezlaw.com
Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/FValdezLaw/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/fvaldezlaw
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/567563
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUrEkDM1oFUSMEUcTvAfbUg
DISCLAIMER: The content of this powerpoint is not intended to substitute specific advice which is relevant to all of the facts and circumstances of your unique case. FValdezLaw recommends you seek a detailed legal consultation for that purpose.
This document summarizes immigration to the United States, including both legal and illegal immigration. It discusses that illegal immigration can occur through crossing borders illegally, overstaying visas, or using false documents. Legally, immigration is based on family reunification, skills valuable to the economy, and protecting refugees. Family-based immigration allows for visas for immediate relatives and preference categories, while employment-based immigration includes temporary and permanent visas. Obtaining citizenship requires having a green card for a period of time and passing the naturalization process. The top countries sending immigrants to the US are Mexico, China, Philippines, India, and Cuba.
This document provides an overview of US immigration terminology, principles, and processes. It defines key terms like immigrant, migrant, lawful permanent resident, and undocumented immigrant. It explains different pathways to enter the US like family-based immigration, employment-based immigration, and the diversity visa program. It also outlines the process of becoming a naturalized US citizen and temporary statuses like Temporary Protected Status. The document seeks to educate about how the US immigration system is intended to work.
This document provides information about U.S. immigration principles, terminology, and processes. It discusses key concepts like:
- The principles of family reunification, valuable job skills, and protecting refugees that guide U.S. immigration policy.
- Common immigration terms and statuses like lawful permanent resident, asylee, visa, naturalization, and their definitions.
- The various pathways to obtain citizenship or legal status in the U.S., including through family sponsorship, employment, refugee protection, and diversity visas.
- How long legal immigration processes can take, from initial entry to becoming a naturalized citizen, which may be over 10 years.
How Can I Immigrate to the United States?clubcraft
This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For a detailed
analysis of certain situations, those interested are urged to consult a lawyer. If you want legal advise,
you can contact Hudson Law Group at http://hudsonlawny.com
The Complete Steps to Becoming a United States (U.S.A.) Citizen Nobong Barrientos
Becoming a U.S. citizen gives you new rights and privileges: it shows your patriotism, allows you to vote, you obtain government benefits, and you are able to able to become a permanent resident of the United States. Being a citizen also carries with it new responsibilities. This guide will inform the reader of how to become a U.S. citizen, and answer some frequently asked questions. This guide is not meant as a substitute for legal advice. Should you have any questions or concerns you should contact legal counsel. ---The Complete Steps to Becoming a United States (U.S.A.) Citizen
Filing a Form I-130 petition for an alien relative is the first step in helping that relative become a lawful permanent resident of the United States. As a US citizen, you can petition for your spouse, unmarried children under 21, parents, and unmarried siblings over 21. Approval of the I-130 establishes the family relationship but the relative's place in line depends on when you filed. Wait times vary from immediately available for some immediate relatives to several years for others. The petition process and requirements are outlined on the USCIS website.
A Complete Guide You Need To Know About Green Cards In Americausaisofficial
A recent file from the CATO Institute estimates that about three percent of people who applied for inexperienced Green cards in the United states in FY 2024 may be granted everlasting repute in the US, with the last ninety seven% not anticipated to get hold of it.
This document provides information about different types of American residents including citizens, legal residents, refugees, and illegal aliens. It defines citizens as those who are natural-born or naturalized and owe allegiance to the US government. Legal residents include those with visas (temporary) or green cards (permanent). The naturalization process to become a citizen can take 5 months to 2 years and involves declaring intent, background checks, citizenship tests, and oaths of loyalty. The document also outlines rights and responsibilities of US citizens.
This newsletter provides updates on US immigration law from attorneys at the NPZ Law Group. It discusses several topics:
1) President Obama has said he still plans to take steps on immigration reform but his timeline has been affected by the crisis of unaccompanied minors from Central America.
2) The State Department released the September 2014 visa bulletin which included movement on certain employment-based category cut-off dates.
3) The China EB-5 visa category is unavailable for the remainder of fiscal year 2014 after reaching its annual quota. Cases will be held until October 1st.
4) The newsletter provides information on various visa types including L-1 intracompany transfer visas and the U
Self-Help Manual for Detained RefugeesPAIR Project
This document provides a summary of a self-help manual for detained refugees facing deportation proceedings. It outlines the basics of the refugee waiver process, including who is eligible to apply for a 209(c) waiver, how to apply, and the balancing test used to determine if a waiver is granted. It provides guidance on building a strong case, including emphasizing positive factors like hardship if deported, time spent in the US, family ties, past harm or violence, health issues, and rehabilitation. The document also covers preparing for a full hearing, the appeal process, and post-release services available in various states.
This document analyzes whether Yemeni nationals may qualify for asylum in the US based on the current situation in Yemen. It provides an overview of asylum law and the criteria for establishing a well-founded fear of persecution due to race, religion, nationality, membership in a particular social group or political opinion. While asylum is not guaranteed for all Yemenis, the document suggests some Yemeni nationals may meet the definition of a refugee and qualify for asylum, especially considering exceptions like changed country conditions in Yemen. It cautions those seeking asylum to avoid potential barriers like assistance in persecuting others or terrorist affiliations.
The document outlines the extensive 13-step vetting process that refugees must go through to be resettled in the United States, which takes 18-24 months on average. It describes each step, including determining refugee status, security checks, interviews, medical screenings, cultural orientation programs, and final admission. It also provides statistics on current refugee numbers worldwide and in the US. Finally, it discusses the role of voluntary agencies like St. Vincent Catholic Charities in Michigan that help refugees resettle in their new communities by providing housing, food, and other assistance through government grants.
There are five main ways to immigrate to the United States: family-based immigration, employment-based immigration, investment-based immigration, asylum, and the diversity visa lottery. Family-based immigration allows U.S. citizens and permanent residents to sponsor close family members, while employment-based immigration has preference categories for professionals, skilled workers, and investors who create jobs. Asylum provides protection for individuals fleeing persecution, and the diversity visa lottery offers green cards to applicants from underrepresented countries through a randomized computer drawing.
The Reid-Schumer-Menendez Conceptual Proposal for Immigration reformjenkan04
The document summarizes a proposed comprehensive immigration reform plan from Democratic senators. Key points include:
- Providing benefits to same-sex partners of citizens and eliminating family visa backlogs.
- Delaying legalization until border security benchmarks are met, like increasing border patrol.
- Creating a pathway to citizenship after 8 years if requirements are met, including paying taxes and passing background checks.
- Reforming visa programs and allowing some agricultural/lower-skilled workers and foreign STEM graduates to apply for citizenship.
Most Americans take it for granted that marriage to a U.S. citizen and other family relationships entitle an immigrant to permanent residence (a green card), but there are barriers that often prevent or delay these family members from becoming lawful permanent residents, even if they are already in the United States. Among these barriers are the “three- and ten-year bars,” provisions of the law which prohibit applicants from returning to the United States if they depart after having previously been in the country illegally.
This document provides an overview of working, living, and retiring in Spain for foreigners. It discusses the basics of working in Spain, including permit requirements and the process for local hires and intra-company transfers. Requirements for self-employment and retirement visas are also outlined. Additionally, the document covers family law considerations like marriage, divorce, children, and dual citizenship. Key aspects of living abroad as a US citizen such as taxes, voting rights, and embassy services are also summarized.
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3. COVID-19 caused some changes and delays
with immigration court.
If you have a filing deadline, make sure to
meet it.
To check on your case, please call EOIR
hotline: 1-800-898-7180
Notice: Immigration Court
3
4. COVID-19 has also caused some changes
and delays with USCIS.
USCIS is still continuing with processing
cases.
https://www.uscis.gov/contactcenter for
emergency services and information.
Notice: USCIS
4
6. To provide you with credible information
regarding potential pathways to legal status.
You may learn that there is no pathway
available for you.
To provide you with resources that may help.
Purpose of this Class
6
7. You may attend this class as many times as
you want.
You may sign up for a free consultation with
an attorney at the end of the class.
Purpose of this Class
7
8. Beware of notarios. Notarios are not trained
attorneys and have defrauded individuals in
our community. They might try to sell you a
path that doesn’t exist. Attorneys can assist
you with completing forms and providing
legal advice; however, notarios can only
assist with completing forms and cannot
provide legal advice.
Warning
8
9. If you have been cited, arrested or convicted
of a crime, you should speak with an attorney
before filing any immigration documents.
If you entered the country without inspection,
you should speak with an attorney before filing
any immigration documents.
Warning
9
10. Undocumented - refers to someone with no
legal permission from the U.S. government to be in
the United States.
Lawful Permanent Resident (LPR) - any
person not a citizen of the U.S. who is residing in
the U.S. under legally recognized and lawfully
recorded permanent residence; green card holder
Terminology
10
11. U.S. Citizen (USC) - person who by place of
birth, nationality of one or both parents, or by going
through the naturalization process has sworn
loyalty to the U.S.
U.S. National – This refers to someone from
American Samoa or Swain Island. This person is
not a U.S. citizen.
Terminology
11
12. United States Citizenship and Immigration
Services (USCIS) – Government agency that
processes applications for immigration relief.
Immigration and Customs Enforcement
(ICE) – Government agency that enforces
immigration law. “Immigration Police”
United States Customs and Border
Protection (CBP)-Law enforcement
organization charged with keeping borders
protected.
Terminology
12
13. Deferred Action – The discretionary ability of
the government to defer deportation of an
individual. It allows individuals to apply for
employment authorization. There is no direct path
from deferred action to lawful permanent residence
or to citizenship. And, it can be revoked at any
time.
Terminology
13
14. Focused effort to those who are greatest
threats.
When making enforcement decisions, the
officers should obtain and review the entire
criminal record, administrative record, and any
other investigative information available, to
include both aggravating and mitigating factors.
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President Biden’s Enforcement Priorities
15. It is important that undocumented individuals
know their rights.
Know Your Rights
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16. You have the right to remain silent. You may
refuse to speak to immigration officers.
You don’t have to open the door to your
home unless the officer has a warrant signed
by a judge. You have a right to see the
warrant before they enter your home.
Know Your Rights
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17. You have the right to speak with an attorney.
You should always carry with you any valid
immigration documents you have.
Know whether there is form of immigration
relief available to you.
Know Your Rights
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18. Be prepared and know what will happen to
your children and property if you are
detained.
Create a safety plan which includes
memorizing important numbers and
safekeeping of your important documents.
Know Your Rights
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19. 1) You have a family member who has legal
status.
2) You were abused by your spouse, child or
parent.
3) You were the victim of domestic violence,
sexual assault or other specified crime.
You may have a path to citizenship if:
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20. 4) You were the victim of human trafficking.
5) You left your country because of persecution
or fear of persecution due to your race, religion,
nationality, political opinion, or membership in
a particular social group.
You may have a path to citizenship if:
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21. This might apply if you have a parent, child, husband,
wife or sibling that is either a United States citizen or
lawful permanent resident.
1) Family Petition
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22. Step One: The Petition (Form I-130, Petition for Alien Relative)
Only a United States citizen or lawful permanent resident can
file a petition on behalf of a family member. The individual
filing the petition is called the petitioner. The family member
who is going to immigrate is called the beneficiary.
The Petitioner must demonstrate a family relationship exists
(parent and child, spouses, siblings).
• Birth certificates and marriage licenses
• A married couple may also have to show the marriage is bona fide.
1) Family Petition Overview & Requirements
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23. Step Two: Application to Immigrate
A person qualifies as an immediate relative of a United States
Citizen if he or she is the spouse or child of a United States
Citizen, or the parent of a United States Citizen who is at least
21 years old.
Visas are always available for immediate relatives of United
States Citizens, allowing the beneficiary to immigrate without
waiting for a visa to become available.
1) Family Petition Overview & Requirements
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24. Step Two: Application to Immigrate
Other relatives of United States citizens and lawful permanent
residents can immigrate if they qualify for a visa under the
preference system. The number of people who can immigrate
each year under the preference system is limited. Thus, a
beneficiary may have to wait several years before he or she can
immigrate.
https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/legal/visa-law0/visa-
bulletin.html
1) Family Petition Overview & Requirements
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25. Step Two: Application to Immigrate
All petitioners must meet the income guidelines for the
required affidavit of support.
Household Size 125% Poverty Guidelines
2 $21,775
3 $27,450
4 $33,125
5 $38,800
6 $44,475
7 $50,150
8 $55,825
*Add $5,675 for each additional person
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26. Step Two: Application to Immigrate
If you are unable to meet the income guidelines, you can have
a co-sponsor. The co-sponsor’s household will be included to
determine the combined yearly income for the two sponsors.
When you sign the affidavit of support, you accept legal
responsibility for supporting the sponsored immigrant until
either: 1)the immigrant becomes a U.S. citizen;
2)the immigrant has 40 quarters of work;
3)the immigrant dies; or
4)the immigrant leaves the U.S.
1) Family Petition Overview & Requirements
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27. Step Two: Application to Immigrate
If an immigrant you sponsored received any means-tested
public benefit, you are responsible for repaying the cost of the
benefit to the agency that provided the benefit.
1) Family Petition Overview & Requirements
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28. Step Two: Application to immigrate
If you are a United States citizen or Lawful Permanent
Resident and the family member you are petitioning for is
unlawfully present in the U.S., you are not barred from
petitioning for that family member, but should consult an
attorney to discuss the implications of their unlawful presence.
1) Family Petition Overview & Requirements
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29. Step Two: Application to Immigrate
People can immigrate in one of two ways: by applying for an
immigrant visa through consular processing in another country
at a U.S. consulate or by applying for adjustment of status at a
USCIS office in the United States.
When the beneficiary applies to immigrate, he or she must be
admissible. This means no ground of inadmissibility applies. If
grounds of inadmissibility exist, the beneficiary may still be
able to immigrate if a waiver is granted.
1) Family Petition Overview & Requirements
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30. Step Two: Application to Immigrate
Some married couples will have to go through a third step.
The beneficiary may receive a Lawful Permanent Resident card
with a condition attached to it that must be removed at the
expiration of two years. The couple must petition jointly to
remove that condition. The beneficiary may petition alone to
remove the condition under certain limited circumstances.
1) Family Petition Overview & Requirements
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31. Derivative Beneficiaries:
People who immigrate under the preference system can have
their children and spouses immigrate with them on the same
petition to keep the family together.
There are no derivative beneficiaries of immediate relatives.
Anyone who immigrates as an immediate relative must qualify
in his or her own right and the petitioner must file separate visa
petitions for each person.
1) Family Petition Overview & Requirements
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32. This might apply if you were subject to battery or extreme
cruelty by your USC or LPR spouse , parent or USC child.
2) Violence Against Women Act (VAWA)
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33. An abused spouse, child or parent of a USC or LPR may file a
self-petition for immigration relief without the abuser’s
involvement. (I-360, Petition for Amerasian, Widow(er) or
Special Immigrant
There is no limit on the number of VAWA petitions approved
each year.
VAWA is not limited to women.
Victims do not have to be separated from their abuser to
qualify for VAWA
2) VAWA Overview & Requirements
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34. If you are leaving an abusive relationship, it is important to
have a safety plan. You may also want to gather important
documents prior to leaving, if possible.
2) VAWA Overview & Requirements
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35. If you are the spouse of an abusive LPR/USC:
You were abused by your Lawful Permanent Resident or
United States citizen spouse.
You may include your unmarried children under 21 if they
have not filed for themselves.
Must demonstrate the following:
• The status of your spouse
• Good faith marriage; must be valid; common law marriage is not
valid
• You resided with your spouse.
• You suffered battery and/or extreme cruelty by your spouse.
• You are a person of good moral character.
2) VAWA Overview & Requirements
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36. If you are the parent of an abusive USC:
You were abused by your United States citizen child who is at
least 21 when the petition is filed.
Must demonstrate the following:
• The status of your child
• You resided with your child.
• You suffered battery and/or extreme cruelty by your child.
• You are a person of good moral character.
2) VAWA Overview & Requirements
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37. If you are the child of an abusive USC/LPR:
You are under 21 and unmarried and were abused by your
USC or LPR parent. You may include your children on your
petition. You can file after 21 but before 25, if you can
demonstrate that the abuse was the reason for the delay in filing.
Must demonstrate the following:
• The status of your parent
• You resided with your parent.
• You suffered battery and/or extreme cruelty by your parent.
• You are a person of good moral character. A child under 14 is
presumed to have good moral character.
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38. The ability to remain in the U.S. legally.
The ability to obtain an employment authorization
document (EAD) to work legally; EAD is renewable each
year.
If the abuser is a United States citizen, you can also apply
for adjustment of status concurrently.
2) Benefits of VAWA
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39. If your abuser is a Lawful Permanent Resident, you must
wait for your priority date to become current before you
can apply for adjustment of status. You will have
deferred action status based on your approved VAWA
while you wait for your priority date.
Everyone may not be able to adjust status. If a ground of
inadmissibility is present, you may be barred from
adjusting status.
Provides path to citizenship.
2) Benefits of VAWA
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40. This may be an option for you if you were a victim of a crime,
suffered substantial physical or mental abuse as a result of the
crime, and cooperated in the investigation of the crime. (Form I-
918, Petition for U Nonimmigrant Status)
3) U Visa
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41. The U Visa provides status to victims of certain serious
crimes who have suffered substantial physical or
mental abuse as a result of the crime. Only 10,000 are
issued each year. Once the 10,000 visas are issued, an
individual can be granted deferred action until a visa
becomes available.
Due to the amount of pending applications and the limit
of U Visas issued each year, there is a substantial wait
time for U Visa case processing
3) U Visa Overview & Requirements
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42. USCIS has established a process to determine whether
applications are bona fide. The goal is to provide
employment authorization documents to applicants
sooner in the process. Once USCIS deems that an
application is bona fide, the applicant can apply for an
employment authorization document. This
determination doesn’t mean that your case will be
approved.
3) U Visa Overview & Requirements
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43. Must be the victim of a qualifying criminal activity
The crime must have occurred in the U.S. or
violated U.S. laws.
Must have suffered substantial physical or mental
abuse as a result of having been a victim of the
criminal activity.
3) U Visa Overview & Requirements
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44. Must be helpful or likely to be helpful to law
enforcement in the investigation or prosecution of
the crime.
Must obtain certification from law enforcement or
other agency
3) U Visa Overview & Requirements
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45. If you are an indirect victim, you might also qualify
for the U Visa. An indirect victim is a family member
who doesn’t suffer the physical harm, but meets the
other requirements.
If you are under the age of 16 or unable to provide
information due to a disability, a parent, guardian, or
next friend may assist law enforcement on your behalf
and may qualify as an indirect victim.
3) U Visa Overview & Requirements
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46. Includes any similar activity when the elements of the crime are substantially
similar.
Includes attempt, conspiracy or solicitation to commit any of the above crimes.
3) Qualifying Criminal Activity
Abduction Extortion Fraud in
foreign labor
contracting
Kidnapping Peonage Sexual
Assault
Torture
Abusive
Sexual
Contact
False
Imprisonment
Hostage Manslaughter Perjury Sexual
Exploitation
Trafficking
Blackmail Female genital
mutilation
Incest Murder Prostitution Slave Trade Witness
Tampering
Domestic
Violence
Felonious
Assault
Involuntary
Servitude
Obstruction of
Justice
Rape Stalking Unlawful
Criminal
Restraint
Abduction
False
Imprisonment
Incest
Obstruction of
Justice
Sexual Assault Trafficking
Abusive
Sexual Contact
Female Genital
Mutilation
Involuntary
Servitude
Peonage
Sexual
Exploitation
Witness
Tampering
Blackmail
Felonious
Assault
Kidnapping Perjury Slave Trade
Unlawful
Criminal
Restraint
Domestic
Violence
Fraud in
Foreign Labor
Contracting
Manslaughter Prostitution Stalking
Extortion Hostage Murder Rape Torture
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47. 3) Substantial Physical or Mental Abuse
Did you have
pain?
If you were
already sick, did
the crime make it
worse?
Did it affect how
you look?
Did you have to
miss work?
Did you have to
go to the doctor?
Did you have to
take medicine?
Were you
anxious or
depressed?
Did you see a
therapist?
Did you have
trouble eating or
sleeping?
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48. Your personal declaration will detail the substantial physical
and/or mental abuse that you have suffered. Other evidence of
the abuse may include:
•Medical records
•Police report
•Court records
•Pictures
•Statements from 3rd parties
3) Substantial Physical or Mental Abuse
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49. 3) Did you help law enforcement?
Did you call the
police and
report the
crime?
Did you answer
questions posed
by the police?
Did you allow
the police to
take photos?
Did you talk to
the prosecutor?
Did you appear
in court?
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50. The certifying agency must sign a certification known as the I-
918, Supplement B. The certifying agency can withdraw the
certification if you stop cooperating with the investigation.
The certifying agency is merely certifying that you were helpful
in the investigation of the crime. They are not advocating for
you to gain immigration status.
The certification is only valid for six (6) months. United States
Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) may request that
you obtain a new certification.
3) Did you help law enforcement?
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51. You can petition for certain family members. If you are 21
or older, you can petition for your spouse and unmarried
children under the age of 21. If you are under 21, you can
apply for your spouse, children, parents and unmarried
siblings under 18.
You can remain legally in the U.S. for four (4) years.
You can work legally in the U.S. for four (4) years.
3) Benefits of U Visa
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52. You can become a Lawful Permanent Resident at the
expiration of three (3) years with the U Visa.
Provides path to citizenship.
3) Benefits of U Visa
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53. This may apply to you if you were brought to the United States
as a victim of human trafficking. (Form I-914, Application for T
Nonimmigrant Status)
4) T Visa
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54. The T Visa provides status to victims of human trafficking. Only
5,000 are issued each year.
Must be the victim of human trafficking
Must have arrived in the U.S. or a U.S. territory as a result of the
human trafficking
Must comply with any reasonable request from a law
enforcement agency for assistance in the investigation or
prosecution of the human trafficking. It is preferred that you obtain
certification from law enforcement or other agency.
Demonstrate that you would suffer extreme hardship if you were
removed from the U.S.
4) T Visa Overview & Requirements
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55. You can petition for certain family members. If you are 21
or older, you can petition for your spouse and unmarried
children under the age of 21. If you are under 21, you can
apply for your spouse, children, parents and unmarried
siblings under 18.
You can remain legally in the U.S. for four (4) years.
You can work legally in the U.S. for four (4) years.
4) Benefits of T Visa
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56. You can become a Lawful Permanent Resident at the
expiration of three (3) years.
Provides a path to citizenship.
4) Benefits of T Visa
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57. This may apply to you if you fled your country because you were
afraid of persecution due to your race, religion, nationality,
membership in a particular social group or political opinion. (Form
I-589, Application for Asylum and for Withholding of Removal)
5) Asylum
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58. Asylum is a form of protection from removal to a country of
feared persecution of an individual due to his or her
– race;
– religion;
– nationality;
– membership in a particular social group;
– or political opinion
Asylum allows an eligible refugee to remain in the United
States and eventually to become a lawful permanent resident.
5) Asylum Overview & Requirements
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59. You must apply for asylum within one year of your last
arrival in the United States. Limited exceptions are available.
You can apply for withholding of removal after one year if you
can show that there is a clear probability of persecution if you
were returned to your country.
5) Asylum Overview & Requirements
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60. There are two (2) processes for applying for asylum.
Affirmative Asylum - processing occurs with United States
Citizenship and Immigration Services. This option is for those
not in removal proceedings.
Defensive Asylum - processing occurs with an Immigration
Judge when you request asylum as a defense against removal
from the U.S.
5)Asylum Overview & Requirements
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61. Affirmative Asylum
You must file your Asylum Application with United States
Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS).
USCIS will issue you an Interview Notice with an asylum
officer at an asylum office or a USCIS field office.
After interview, you will receive a decision on your case
either by mail, or by picking up the decision at an asylum
office.
5) Asylum Overview & Requirements
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62. Affirmative Asylum
If your application is denied, you could be placed in removal
proceedings.
Please note that due to the amount of asylum applications
being received, there is a priority system. USCIS is currently
unable to predict how long processing will take.
5) Asylum Overview & Requirements
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63. Defensive Asylum
You must file your Asylum Application with the Immigration
Judge handling your removal case.
The Immigration Judge will then set a date for an individual
hearing, similar to a trial.
You must present evidence to support your asylum claim.
DHS will have an attorney representing the government that
will question you about your case.
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64. Defensive Asylum
The Immigration Judge will make the decision on your
asylum case.
If you are denied asylum by the Immigration Judge, you may
be ordered removed from the United States.
You may appeal a denial by filing a Notice of Appeal within
30 days of the decision.
5) Asylum Overview & Requirements
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65. In both Asylum processes:
You can include your spouse and children under 21 and
unmarried who are present in the U.S. at the time you file or any
time until a final decision is made.
If your spouse and/or children are out of the country, you can
petition for them if you are granted asylum. You must file the
petition within two (2) years of being granted asylum.
5) Asylum Overview & Requirements
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66. While your asylum application is pending, you may apply
for a work permit IF:
365 days have passed since you filed your asylum application,
excluding any delays caused by you AND
No decision has been made on your application
If you are granted asylum, you may work immediately. A
work permit is not necessary to work if you have asylum.
You may apply for Lawful Permanent Resident Status one
(1) year after being granted asylum.
Provides a path to Citizenship
5) Benefits of Asylum
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67. You are a citizen if you were born in the U.S. or its territories
of Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands, Guam or the
Northern Mariana Islands.
You may have acquired citizenship at birth if one or both of
your parents were citizens at that time and you were born
outside of the U.S.
If one or both parents became naturalized U.S. citizens
before you were 18 years old, you may have derived
citizenship.
Immigrants can become United States citizens through a
process called naturalization (Form N-400, Application for
Naturalization)
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68. Requirements for Naturalization:
1.Be at least 18 years old.
2.Be a lawful permanent resident for 5 years (3 years if you are
married to a U.S. citizen).
3.Have made the United States your continuous residence for 5
years (3 years if you are married to a U.S. citizen).
4. Have been in the United States for at least half of the 5
years (3 years if you are married to a U.S. citizen) before
applying for naturalization.
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69. Requirements for Naturalization:
5.Pass a test on speaking, understanding, reading and writing
basic English. This means you must be able to demonstrate to
the officer that you understand English. A basic understanding
of English will not be sufficient. You will also have to write a
sentence in English and spell all of the words correctly.
6.Pass a United States history and government test. You will be
asked 10 questions and must answer 6 correctly.
7.Have good moral character.
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71. Continuous Residence:
Continuous residence means that you have made the U.S.
your main home through the required period of time. Trips out
of the country for less than six (6) months do not break your
continuous residence.
Living outside of the United States for one year or more as a
LPR will be seen as abandonment of residence unless you
received permission to re-enter the U.S. prior to leaving.
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72. Good Moral Character:
Good moral character includes truthfulness throughout the
naturalization process and a lack of certain criminal issues.
Good moral character also includes paying taxes and any/all
child support payments.
You must have good moral character for the 5 years (or 3
years if married to a U.S. citizen) before you apply for
naturalization, although USCIS may consider behavior outside
that period of time.
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73. Good Moral Character:
You may be able to correct some problems and reapply. You
will have to wait 5 years (or 3 years if married to a U.S. citizen).
Some problems may create a permanent bar to citizenship.
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74. Oath:
If your religion and beliefs do not allow you to bear arms in
defense of the United States or you do not believe in taking an
oath, you can ask to take a modified oath.
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75. Test Exemptions:
Some people do not have to take the English test. You can
complete your interview and the U.S. history and government
test, in your own language if you are:
• Age 50 or older and have lived in the U.S. as an LPR for
at least 20 years;
• Age 55 or older and have lived in the U.S. as an LPR for
at least 15 years;
• You have a medical disability that prevents you from
meeting the English requirement.
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76. Test Exemptions:
If you are age 65 or older and have lived in the U.S. as an
LPR for at least 20 years, you can take the tests in your native
language and are only required to study 20 of the 100 civics test
questions for the naturalization test.
Some people are not required to take the U.S. history or
government test at all:
• You cannot meet the U.S. history or government
requirement because of a medical disability
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77. Benefits of becoming a U.S. citizen:
Right to immigrate family members
Derivative citizenship for children
Full civic participation (i.e. voting and jury duty)
More employment and educational opportunities
Travel benefits
Public benefits
Protection from deportation
Benefits of Citizenship
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78. In compliance with a U.S. District Court decision from
Texas, a court held that DACA is unlawful and no
new applications can be accepted.
DACA renewal applications continue to be accepted
and processed.
Form I-821D, Consideration of Deferred Action for
Childhood Arrivals, Form I-765, Application for
Employment Authorization and Form I-765Worksheet
must be submitted for renewal requests.
Uncertainty around this program continues.
Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA)
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79. Temporary Protected Status is granted to individuals from
certain designated countries due to conditions in the
country that prevent the individual from returning safely
(Ex. Civil war, environmental disaster)
Applicants file Form I-821, Application for Temporary
Protected Status, to apply for TPS or TPS re-registration
Temporary Protected Status
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80. Countries currently designated for Temporary Protected
Status:
1. Burma (Myanmar)-11/25/2022
2. El Salvador*
3. Haiti*
4. Honduras*
5. Nepal*
6. Nicaragua*
7. Somalia-03/17/2023
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81. Countries currently designated for Temporary Protected
Status:
8. Sudan*
9. South Sudan-05/02/2022
10. Syria-09/30/2022
11. Venezuela-09/09/2022
12. Yemen-03/03/2023
*The TPS designation is valid as long as the injunction
remains in effect pursuant to Ramos, et. al vs. Nielsen, et.
al.
Temporary Protected Status
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82. Requirements:
You must be a national of the designated country.
You must have been continuously physically present in
the U.S. since the date your country was designated as
a TPS country.
You must have been continuously residing in the U.S.
since the date specified for your country.
You must file during the initial registration or re-
registration period.
TPS Status
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83. Benefits:
You can receive an employment authorization
document
You cannot be detained based on your immigration
status.
TPS status doesn’t prohibit you from applying for other
immigration remedies.
Benefits of TPS Status
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84. Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN):
An ITIN is a tax processing number issued by the
Internal Revenue Service.
All wage earners, regardless of their immigration
status, are required to pay federal taxes.
Undocumented individuals who are ineligible for a
social security number can file taxes using an ITIN.
Undocumented Individuals & Taxes
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85. Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN):
Why should undocumented individuals file taxes?
• To comply with federal tax laws
• To document work history
• To document physical presence in the United States
• It is important that you are completely truthful on your tax
returns because immigration can use the information
disclosed against you. If you allow someone else to prepare
your taxes for you, you should review everything before
signing.
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86. Can I get credit for social security payments if I worked
using an unassigned social security number?
• Once an individual receives a valid social security number, he
or she may file amended tax returns. There is a three (3) year
statute of limitations on refunds; however, there is no statute
of limitations on your tax liability.
• Once an individual receives a valid social security number, he
or she can contact the Social Security Administration to
reconcile the discrepancy.
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87. Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada, Inc.
725 E. Charleston Blvd., Las Vegas, Nevada 89104
(702) 386-1070
www.lacsn.org/immigration
Catholic Charities of Southern Nevada
1501 N. Las Vegas Blvd., Las Vegas, Nevada 89101
(702) 385-2662
State Bar of Nevada
3100 W. Charleston Blvd., Las Vegas, Nevada 89102
(702) 382-0504
USCIS Website - www.uscis.gov
All forms are available free of charge
Check Case status and Case processing times
Legal Resources
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