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How Income Tax Filing Can Affect Immigration
Contributor: Van T. Doan
Another tax filing season has recently come and gone, to most people’s relief. If you are an immigrant to the United States, even an undocumented immigrant, it is important for you to understand your obligations regarding filing and paying taxes. H…
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What is International Entrepreneur Parole?
Contributor: Van T. Doan
The United States has long been called the “land of opportunity.” This country is known for innovation, including the many start-up companies developed by entrepreneurs with a good idea and investors who believe in it. But what if you are an immi…
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The 2022 Public Charge Inadmissibility Rule
Contributor: Van T. Doan
For well over a hundred years, the United States has had a policy of allowing federal officials to deny noncitizens entry into the United States to someone who is, or who is likely to become, a “public charge.” In addition, individuals who are al…
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What is Legalization Through Registry?
Contributor: Van T. Doan
There is a little-known provision in American immigration law known as “registry” that gives some non-citizens the opportunity to become lawful permanent residents (LPR) of the United States. Individuals who are eligible for registry are usually…
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Important Changes to the Title 42 Exemption Process
Contributor: Van T. Doan
“Title 42” has been in the news lately, but what is it, and how does it affect immigrants, especially those seeking asylum? What is an exemption, and how can someone trying to enter the U.S. get one? First things first: Title 42 in this context r…
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What Are the Green Card Eligibility Categories?
Contributor: Van T. Doan
For immigrants to the United States, lawful permanent residency—a green card—is the goal. With a green card, you can live and work in this country, and someday, if you wish, apply for citizenship. There are many ways to get a green card. Here are…
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Breaking News: Venezuelan Parole Program
Contributor: Van T. Doan
On October 12, 2022, the United States Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced the implementation of a new process for Venezuelan nationals to enter the United States. The program is capped at 24,000 individuals, so those who are eligible and…
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Protecting Your Permanent Residency
Contributor: Van T. Doan
For many people, being granted lawful permanent resident status in the United States is the realization of a dream. Lawful permanent residents—green card holders—have many (but not all) of the benefits of being a U.S. citizen. They have the right…
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Humanitarian Relief and Visa Options for Ukrainian Nationals
Contributor: Van T. Doan
The war in Ukraine that began in February, 2022 following the Russian invasion continues to wear on. Because of conditions in the country, many Ukrainian nationals have evacuated to other countries, including the United States. Following the invasion…
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Supreme Court Rules That Immigrants Can Be Detained Indefinitely
Contributor: Van T. Doan
The U.S. Supreme Court has had a busy term, and in June of this year, it released a pair of decisions that affect immigrants: Johnson v. Arteaga-Martinez and Garland v. Alemam Gonzalez. Both cases involved unauthorized immigrants who were held in det…
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Categories: Immigration Law