Green Card
Priority date movement, processing time updates, and policy changes for U.S. permanent residency. Covers employment-based (EB-1 through EB-5), family-sponsored, and diversity visa green card categories.
Green Card Holders Who Naturalize Risk Losing Citizenship Over Tax Under-Reporting
Effective July 2025, intentional tax under-reporting threatens citizenship for green card holders and new citizens. USCIS and IRS jointly enforce accurate worldwide income reporting. Citizenship loss is rare but possible…
Senator Padilla Proposes Green Card Pathway for 8 Million Immigrants
The 2025 immigration bill by Senator Padilla updates the 1929 Registry provision, allowing undocumented immigrants with seven years’…
U.S. Senate Bill Proposes Easier Green Card Path for Undocumented Immigrants
The 2025 immigration bill by Senator Padilla creates a rolling green card eligibility after seven years’ residence. It…
ICE Detains Black Green Card Holder at Canada Border Over Marital Status Issue
In 2025, ICE’s increased border enforcement led to the detention of legal residents like Esther Ngoy Tekele over…
Comprehensive Guide to U.S. Immigration Statuses and Visa Classifications
USCIS updates effective July 23, 2025, reduce naturalization and Green Card processing times and require travel reporting. OPT…
What Documents Prove Your I-140 Benefits to New Employers in 2025
To change employers without losing green card benefits, present Form I-797 approval, I-485 receipt if pending, and a…
Can I File I-140 and I-485 Concurrently with EB-2 India Priority Date?
EB-2 India concurrent filing of I-140 and I-485 requires a current priority date per the Visa Bulletin. Most…
How H-4 EAD Works When H-1B Spouse Changes Employers in 2025
Starting 2025, H-4 EAD applications face longer USCIS processing times due to separation from H-1B petitions. DHS increased…
EB-2 NIW vs Employer-Sponsored I-140: Best Choice for Indians in 2025
Indian nationals applying for EB-2 green cards in 2025 face severe visa backlogs and must choose between self-petitioning…
What Happens to Your I-140 Petition If You Leave the U.S.?
An approved I-140 stays valid with employer support, even if you leave the US. Without advance parole, leaving…