Tougher visa scrutiny with social media checks

Tougher visa scrutiny with social media checks

As a Miami immigration lawyer and an Miami immigration lawyer, I read with interest that the U.S. Department of State has proposed tougher questioning of visa applicants believed to warrant extra scrutiny, according to a document published this week, in a push toward...
Moving Abroad after Obtaining Your U.S. Citizenship

Moving Abroad after Obtaining Your U.S. Citizenship

As a Miami immigration lawyer, I often receive questions about whether one can move abroad after obtaining his/her U.S. Citizenship. I cover this topic below. I have just obtained my U.S. citizen via the naturalization process. I want to live in another country. Can I...
Bill Introduced to Slash Legal Immigration

Bill Introduced to Slash Legal Immigration

As a Miami immigration lawyer, I read with interest that today, two Republican senators proposed steps to slash the number of legal immigrants admitted into the United States by half. Below are some frequently asked questions. Who introduced this bill to slash legal...
What is Exceptional and Extremely Unusual Hardship?

What is Exceptional and Extremely Unusual Hardship?

As a Miami immigration lawyer, I have helped numerous non-permanent residents have their removal orders (deportation orders) cancelled, because immigration law allows cancellation of removal if they meet three general requirements. What are the three requirements for...
Dual Citizenship for United States Citizens

Dual Citizenship for United States Citizens

As a Miami immigration lawyer, I have had numerous clients ask me about whether dual citizenship is allowed under U.S. law. Below are some frequently asked questions. I am in the process of obtaining my U.S. citizenship, and would like to remain a citizen of another...
Becoming a U.S. Citizen – Tests You Have to Take

Becoming a U.S. Citizen – Tests You Have to Take

As a Miami immigration lawyer, I have had the privilege of representing individuals who are adjusting their immigration status in  order to become a U.S. citizen. I have had numerous questions about the kinds of test that one needs to take in order to obtain their...