Florida is often a target destination for people who are immigrating to the United States. Many have fled the only place they have ever lived due to imminent threats of violence or death. For those planning on entering this country, it is crucial that proper...
US Immigration Law
Are immigrant detainees affected by climate?
As of 2020, there were approximately 128 immigration detention centers in the United States, including several in Florida. People who are held in these facilities may be there for any number of reasons. While it is a form of detention, immigrant detainees throughout...
Basics of naturalization process
Millions of people in Florida and throughout the country have immigrated to the United States from other countries of origin. It is sometimes a grueling process that is wrought with emotional, physical, financial and legal challenges. In many cases, immigrants arrive...
Is visa ineligibility impeding your immigration goals?
Regardless of what visa you may be applying for, the process probably involves several steps and lots of waiting. It can be difficult to go through the entire application process only to learn that you are not even eligible for a visa. Visa ineligibility is not...
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...
New changes to immigration laws
On Nov. 20, President Obama issued an immigration-based executive order that may be of interest to Florida residents. The new order protects against deportation for undocumented parents of lawful permanent residents or U.S. citizens. In addition, the executive order...
What is Temporary Protective Status and am I eligible?
According to the United States Department of Homeland Security, immigrants who have come to Florida from countries that are facing extreme difficulties, such as war, famine or epidemics, may be eligible for Temporary Protected Status. Countries eligible for TPS are...
Man receives humanitarian visa after mother’s death
Miami residents might be interested to learn about a man who was recently approved for a humanitarian visa. Born in Mexico, the man was brought to the United States by his family when he was 2 years old. Although the man was previously granted Deferred Action for...
DHS visa program loses track of foreign students
A security gap has led the Department of Homeland Security to losing track of more than 6,000 foreigners with expired student visas. As the number of foreign students coming to Florida and the rest of the United States has rapidly increased, immigration offices have...
Examining the divide between immigrants and refugees in the U.S.
Florida residents may be interested in an article discussing the major differences between those who enter the country classified as immigrants versus those who are called refugees. These differences may have a large effect on how they are treated by the U.S. legal...