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The Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) is a piece of legislation in the United States that aims to provide protections and support for victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, stalking, and other forms of gender-based violence. One significant aspect of VAWA is...

Applying for immigration benefits under the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) is a complex legal process. VAWA provides protection and immigration relief for certain victims of domestic violence, including spouses, children, and parents of U.S. citizens and permanent...

If Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) comes to your house, it's crucial to understand your rights to ensure your safety and protect yourself. Here's what you should know: Remain Calm: If ICE comes to your house, try to remain calm. Panic or resistance could...

The 2024 Election Donald Trump's Immigration Policy: 1. Border Security: Trump focused heavily on border security, advocating for the construction of a wall along the U.S.-Mexico border to curb illegal immigration. 2. Travel Ban: Trump implemented several iterations...

In filing for U.S. citizenship, you typically need to follow these general steps: 1. **Check Eligibility**: Ensure that you meet the eligibility criteria for becoming a U.S. citizen. This typically involves holding a green card (permanent residency) for a certain...

If your United States citizen spouse filed for your Abused Spouse Green Card, but now your relationship has fallen apart, you may still be able to proceed. If your spouse subjects you to “extreme cruelty” you may be able to file for yourself based upon the VAWA laws....

Seeking or filing for asylum in the United States is a complex legal process, and it's important to follow the proper procedures. Keep in mind that the information provided here is general guidelines, and it's highly recommended to consult with an immigration attorney...

Derivative Asylum for Spouse and Children The asylee may petition for immediate relatives living abroad, spouse and children (who were under twenty one (21) years old when the application was filed), within a two-year period after being granted asylum. This period may...

When you apply for naturalization, otherwise known as citizenship, the immigration service is concerned with approximately five or six specific topics. Accordingly, what follows will be those citizenship interview tips. The first is your ability to read and write in...

What is an affidavit of support? When someone applies for a family based green card they to insure they will not become a public charge – a burden on the United States government. This generally means that the petitioner who is the US citizen or a green card holding...