On April 21, 2022, the United States announced a new program called "Uniting for Ukraine" in order to welcome Ukrainians fleeing Russia’s invasion. Here is what you need to know.https://youtu.be/rSK-yM35PcU What is "Uniting for Ukraine"? "Uniting for Ukraine" is a United States pathway program that allows Ukrainians displaced by Russia’s…
https://youtu.be/dk_k8EY4giQOn June 7, 2022, the United States published a new designation of Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Cameroon. In order to be eligible for this status, Cameroonian nationals must have continuously resided in the U.S. since April 14, 2022.For more information on registration, obtaining work authorization, or to see other eligibility…
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has announced Temporary Protected Status (TPS) and Title 42 exceptions at land ports of entry for Ukraine.
https://youtu.be/dk_k8EY4giQ On March 16, 2022, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced Temporary Protected Status (TPS) designation for Afghans in the United States of America for 18 months. ONLY Afghans who are residing in the U.S. as of March 15, 2022 will be eligible for TPS. To read the entire…
As of January 22, 2022, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is requiring all non-U.S. individuals entering the United States to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 and to provide proof of vaccination.
Talk to a lawyer before filing any forms! It is really important that you find an experienced immigration attorney to help you with your status in the United States. You may have been getting information and materials while you were staying on a military base, but this is no substitute…
United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) have announced that people who have Temporary Protected Status (TPS) from El Salvador, Haiti, Nicaragua, Sudan, Honduras, and Nepal will have their TPS automatically extended through December 31, 2022. Work permits are also automatically extended through December 31, 2022. You do not need…
VAWA, or the Violence Against Women Act, and “U” nonimmigrant status are two immigration forms of relief that apply to many immigrant victims of domestic violence. Domestic violence can be physical or emotional harm. A lot of people know VAWA and U exist, but many people confuse these two forms…
In March 2021, Congress passed an increased Child Tax Credit (CTC) which gives families with children a larger tax credit. Families with children can receive the CTC as a monthly payment from July - December 2021 instead of waiting until they file their 2021 tax return next year. https://youtu.be/FOISSxWEMTY What…