Key Takeaways: For asylum, persecution generally means serious harm or suffering that goes beyond harassment and is tied to race, religion, nationality, political opinion, or
Highlights: U.S. law generally requires you to file Form I-589 within one year of your last arrival in the United States. If you miss that
Overview: An employment-based Green Card lets qualified workers and investors live and work in the U.S. permanently through categories EB-1 through EB-5. Many cases require
Key Points: A Houston Green Card through family sponsorship starts with Form I-130 and proof of your relationship. Immediate relatives of U.S. citizens usually avoid
Overview: Temporary Visas let foreign nationals enter the U.S. for a limited time, for work, study, tourism, or family visits. Common types include B‑1/B‑2, F‑1,
Key Points: The F‑1 Visa allows international students to study full-time at approved schools in the U.S. To qualify, you’ll need an I‑20 from a
Takeaways: If you’ve been ordered deported in Houston, you may still have options. You typically have 30 days to appeal to theBoard of Immigration Appeals
Summary: The VAWA self-petition process allows certain immigrant spouses, children, and parents of abusive U.S. citizens or green card holders to apply for legal status on their
Quick Recap: There are several ways to apply for a Green Card in the U.S., including through family sponsorship, employment, asylum, VAWA, or special programs
Summary: VAWA allows immigrant spouses, children, and parents of abusive U.S. citizens or permanent residents to apply for legal status without relying on the abuser.
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