How a U.S. Citizen Child Can Sponsor Their Parents for a Green Card
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How a U.S. Citizen Child Can Sponsor Their Parents for a Green Card

When a U.S. citizen turns 21, they gain the ability to sponsor their parents for lawful permanent residence (a green card). This is one of the most direct family-based immigration paths, but it’s important to understand the eligibility requirements, process options, and timelines involved.

How to Check Your Green Card Wait Times: A Step-by-Step Process
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How to Check Your Green Card Wait Times: A Step-by-Step Process

If you’re applying for a green card, whether through a relative or an employer, understanding how long the process might take is essential. Green card wait times vary depending on your category, country of chargeability, and filing dates. In this post, we’ll guide you step-by-step through how to check your green card wait time using…

Do Canadians Need Sponsors to Move to the U.S.?
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Do Canadians Need Sponsors to Move to the U.S.?

Are you a Canadian looking to move to the U.S.? Find out if you need a sponsor, which visas require one, and how to qualify for self-sponsored options like the E-1 and E-2.

Can Filing I-130 and I-485 Protect My Spouse From Removal?
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Can Filing I-130 and I-485 Protect My Spouse From Removal?

If you filed Form I-130 and Form I-485 together for your spouse—along with an I-765 for a work permit—you’ve taken an important step toward legal status. But many people ask: does this protect my spouse from removal or deportation? And do they now have legal status in the U.S.? This article breaks down what a concurrent filing does and does not do, what “authorized period of stay” means, and how your spouse may still be at risk in some cases.