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Fee increase October 2, 2020

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On August 3, 2020, USCIS published a final rule that will change filing fees effective October 2, 2020. The most drastic increase will be in the cost of the N-400 Application for Naturalization, which will rise from $725 (with biometrics) to $1,170. The I-485 Application for Adjustment of Status (permanent residence) will also be significantly […]

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Evidence of good faith marriage

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For both the marriage adjustment interview and the I-751 petition to remove the conditions on your permanent residence, you need to show that you have a bona fide marriage, that is, that  you married in good faith. In both cases, USCIS wants to see that you and your spouse reside together, share finances, and spend […]

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Do I need a lawyer for my immigration process?

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This a great question, especially to ask a lawyer. The answer you get may reflect more on the attorney’s need for your business than on your well-being. Nevertheless, let me take a shot at a somewhat more objective response. In immigration cases, lawyers provide the following benefits: In-depth knowledge of the law. A lawyer will likely […]

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K-1 vs. marriage abroad: which is better?

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Suppose you are a US citizen and you want to bring your fiance to the United States. What’s the better way to do it–a K-1 fiance visa, or an immigrant visa after getting married abroad? The K-1 would seem the logical choice. After all, Congress created it for a purpose. It can save 1-2 months […]