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.
US Green Card vs Canadian Permanent Residency: Skilled Worker Comparison
Skilled workers face differing immigration routes: the US Green Card requires employer sponsorship and long waits, whereas Canada’s Express Entry is faster, points-based, and grants quicker citizenship with universal healthcare…
Council and AILA Sue DHS, USCIS to Reveal Asylee Green Card Suspension Details
In March 2025, USCIS suspended green card processing for asylees and refugees. A June lawsuit seeks agency transparency…
Marriage Green Card Timeline: U.S. Citizen vs. Green Card Holder Spouse
Marriage green card timelines depend on the spouse’s U.S. status. Spouses of citizens have quicker approval with concurrent…
Does I-485 Fee Include the Work Permit Fee for Concurrent I-765?
Starting April 1, 2024, USCIS charges separate fees for Forms I-485, I-765, and I-131. Applicants must pay individual…
Can You Travel Internationally While Your Green Card Renewal Is Pending?
USCIS now allows lawful permanent residents to travel with an expired green card and Form I-797C receipt for…
Are There Hidden Government Fees Beyond the I-485 Filing Fee?
As of April 1, 2024, USCIS charges $1,440 to file Form I-485 plus $85 biometrics, $260 for work…
Common Factors That Delay Marriage Green Card Timelines in 2025
Marriage green card delays in 2025 stem from updated USCIS form rules, stricter fraud checks, and significant processing…
Does the I-485 Fee Include Green Card Production Costs?
Since April 2024, the I-485 fee covers application review, biometrics, and Green Card production. The fee ranges from…
What Happens If I Write the Wrong Check Amount for My I-485?
Submitting Form I-485 mandates exact fee payments to USCIS; incorrect checks cause delays or rejection. The $30 returned…
How the Postmark Date Determines Your I-485 Filing Fee
The postmark date decides if the old or new I-485 filing fee applies after the April 1, 2024…