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Family-Based Immigration allows U.S. citizens and permanent residents to sponsor their relatives for green cards, facilitating their move to the United States. Eligible family members include spouses, children, parents, and siblings. This process helps families reunite and build their lives together in the U.S. For more information on eligibility criteria, sponsorship requirements, and the application process, explore our comprehensive guides.
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Even genuine couples can encounter delays or denials during the marriage-based green card process. Learn the most common mistakes and how to avoid them.
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Canadian citizens engaged to U.S. citizens may be eligible for a K-1 fiancé visa to enter the United States and marry their partner. Understanding the eligibility requirements and application process can help couples prepare for this immigration pathway.
ByJeremy Richards
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USCIS has issued a new policy memorandum emphasizing that Adjustment of Status is an “extraordinary” discretionary benefit rather than an entitlement. The memo signals heightened scrutiny for green card applicants with immigration violations, parole-based entries, unauthorized employment, or possible immigrant intent concerns. Learn who may be most affected and what this policy shift could mean for future Adjustment of Status cases.
ByJeremy Richards
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The June 2026 Visa Bulletin introduces EB-1 India retrogression, continued F2A progress, and new warnings for EB-2 China, EB-3 Philippines, and EB-5 India.
ByRebecca Kroll
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Learn the key differences between family-based immigration sponsorship by U.S. citizens and green card holders, including eligibility, wait times, and visa categories.
ByJeremy Richards
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The May 2026 Visa Bulletin shows steady progress in family-based categories, stable employment-based priority dates, and continued expansion in DV-2026 cutoffs.
ByRebecca Kroll
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U.S. citizens may be able to sponsor a stepchild for a green card even if the child was never formally adopted. However, immigration law sets specific requirements for step-parent relationships, including when the marriage occurred and the child’s age at the time.
ByJeremy Richards
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The April 2026 Visa Bulletin shows strong advancement in EB-2 and EB-3 categories, F2A filing now current, and continued expansion in DV-2026 cutoffs.
ByJeremy Richards
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Can a spouse of a U.S. citizen get a green card after entering the U.S. on ESTA? In some cases, adjustment of status may be possible because spouses qualify as immediate relatives under U.S. immigration law. Learn the eligibility rules, risks, and what Canadian families with non-Canadian spouses should know before applying.
ByJeremy Richards
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The TN visa is a temporary work visa for Canadians under USMCA, but many professionals later pursue U.S. permanent residency through family or employment sponsorship.