Can you include your child in a marriage-based immigration case? The answer is yes but timing age and filing strategy matter. This guide explains when children qualify common mistakes parents make and how early planning can help families immigrate together without painful delays.

Can your spouse take away your green card after divorce? The answer is no, but divorce can affect your case depending on your immigration status. Learn what the law really says and how to protect yourself.

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) have expanded a processing pause on certain immigration benefit applications to include nationals of 20 additional countries. This expanded hold took effect January 1, 2026 and affects adjudication of immigrant and nonimmigrant visas, adjustment of status (green card) applications, naturalization, work authorization, travel documents, and asylum petitions.

Nothing shakes a marriage like the fear of losing a loved one to deportation. For mixed-status couples facing spouse deportation, an immigration notice or detention can change everything. Marriage to a U.S. citizen does not automatically stop removal, but legal options such as adjustment of status, waivers, bond hearings, or cancellation of removal may help families fight deportation and stay together.

The Trump Gold Card is a new wealth-based immigration program offering U.S. permanent residency in exchange for a $1 million contribution after security vetting. Launched on December 10, 2025, it marks a major shift toward investment-driven immigration, differing from traditional and EB-5 pathways. While it provides a fast track for high-net-worth individuals, critics warn of fairness, legality, and accessibility concerns.

USCIS is tightening Marriage Green Card rules in 2025, making the process more demanding for couples. New requirements include updated forms, separate fees, stronger evidence of a real shared life, and more detailed interviews. Couples must prepare carefully and document their relationship thoroughly to avoid delays or denials.

Haiti’s TPS will officially end on February 3, 2026, leaving many Haitian nationals facing uncertainty. Work permits and deportation protection will expire on that date, making it crucial to explore legal options now. Many long-time TPS holders may qualify for family-based, employment, or humanitarian pathways. Acting early and consulting an immigration attorney is essential to protect your future.

Kim Kardashian’s latest show shines a spotlight on the legal side of marriage—something immigrant couples face daily. Learn how marriage-based immigration works, the risks involved, and the steps every mixed-status couple should take to protect their future.

The U.S. has ordered a nationwide review of green cards issued to immigrants from 19 “countries of concern,” marking a major shift in immigration policy. This re-examination may affect current green card holders, pending applications, and future petitions. Here’s what immigrants and permanent residents need to know now.

Foreign musicians often ask if they can perform or record in the U.S. on a visitor or ESTA visa. The short answer is no. Immigration attorney Patricia Elizee explains what’s allowed, the risks of unpaid gigs, and which visas are legally required to tour, record, or perform music in the United States.