Florida immigrants who are seeking U.S. residency may be interested in some tips on things to avoid during the green card application process. These mistakes can seriously delay or invalidate an application. After a person has applied for permanent residency in the...
Month: December 2014
Florida residents may be interested in the case of a 30-year-old woman who was born in Houston but unable to return to the United States from Mexico. Although she had a valid birth certificate, U.S. Customs and Border Patrol agents deemed it a fake and sent her back...
Sponsoring family members for immigration visas
Florida residents may be interested in immigration visa requirements for family members. Family-based visas depend on the relationship the petitioner has with the individual, and whether the petitioner is a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident. Immigration law...
Naturalization through military service
Current and former military service members in Florida may be eligible for U.S. citizenship based on their service. Requirements vary depending on whether the service was during peacetime or during a period of hostility. Under both types, the military member will be...
Obtaining asylum in the U.S.
Florida residents may benefit from learning more about how people qualify for asylum. According to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, individuals may seek refuge and protection in the United States if they are being persecuted in their native country for their...