If you have obtained a U visa, you are probably wondering what’s next. If that is the case, you should know that one of the benefits of this immigration relief is that it allows you to apply for lawful permanent residence after maintaining U visa status for three years, as well as to travel outside …
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The U visa is a nonimmigrant visa that allows a person who has been a victim of certain serious crimes in the United States to remain in the country for a limited period of time. Once your application is accepted and your nonimmigrant status is granted, you can travel with a U visa out of …
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If you are starting your immigration process, it is important that you know what crimes are not forgiven by immigration. Crimes of violence, drug-related crimes, fraud and firearms-related crimes can be a major obstacle in your immigration process. The type of crime, the seriousness and the age at which it was committed are important factors …
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Also known as a migratory waiver, an immigration pardon is a pardon granted by the U.S. government to aliens who have violated U.S. laws. It is usually granted to any immigrant alien who is found inadmissible within the United States after having violated the law. When applying for any type of U.S. visa, immigration authorities …
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For those wondering “If I have a U visa, can I get married?” At Urbina Immigration Law we bring you the answer. The first thing to clarify is that, since this is a temporary visa granted to victims of certain crimes who have cooperated with the authorities in the investigation or prosecution of such crimes, …
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The U visa is a type of nonimmigrant visa granted to victims of certain crimes who cooperate with U.S. authorities in the investigation or prosecution of those crimes. However, the question many people ask themselves is: can the U visa be denied? The answer is yes, and here we will tell you why. Were you …
What is a Humanitarian Parole? The benefit known as “humanitarian parole,” is a public benefit for those outside the United States. Through parole, you can apply for temporary permission to stay in the United States either for urgent humanitarian reasons or for matters of significant public benefit. Urbina Law shares this guide with the requirements …
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Are you an immigrant in the United States and have you received a deportation order? In this article Urbina Law tells you what a deportation order is, how to know if you have one and what you should do about it. What is a deportation order? An order of deportation, also known as an “order …
Many people wish to start a new life outside their home countries. In this sense, working and living in first world countries such as the United States is a dream that many immigrants seek to fulfill. However, it is important to know that a work permit is required to work legally in the USA. In …
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Many immigrants wish to obtain U.S. citizenship because it provides many rights. However, being a U.S. citizen also comes with many responsibilities as well. In this article we will provide you with information about U.S. citizenship and the requirements to obtain it. Who are U.S. citizens? By law, persons born within the United States are …
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