2017

Can Your Child Be Considered a Derivative on Your Immigration Petition?

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Children who meet certain requirements might qualify to immigrate to the United States as derivatives. As a derivative, the child would be included on the parent’s immigration petition and could legally enter the country without the need to submit a separate application for him or her. If you want to bring your children to the country as a derivative, here is what you need to know.   Is Your Child a Derivative Beneficiary?…

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Intending on Marrying Someone from a Foreign Country? 3 Points to Know About the K-1 Visa

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If you’ve fallen in love with someone in a foreign country and want to get married, your intended spouse needs to apply for K-1 visa if you want to marry within the states. However, there’s a lot of steps that need to be followed and mistakes can cost you a chance at the future you desire. Here are some important things to keep in mind. Don’t come to the United States on the wrong visa.…

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How Does Your Citizenship Status Impact Your Foreign-Born Adopted Child's Chances Of Citizenship?

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The process of adopting a child from overseas can sometimes be complicated by the citizenship status of the parents. Since the child will be living in the United States, it is important to understand how an adopted parent’s citizenship impacts the child’s ability to become an American citizen. If you are planning to adopt a child from overseas, here is what you need to know about his or her citizenship status.…

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