Ilona Bray
J.D. · University of Washington School of Law
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Asylee vs. Refugee: Application & Procedural Differences
Asylees and refugees both seek the same thing: asylum in the United States. However, the procedure to apply is slightly different for each.
Can You Get the Immigration Form Filing Fee Waived?
If you can't afford the filing fee(s) for your immigration application(s), you might be able to get a "fee waiver". Here's how.
Can a Green Card Holder Get an Immigrant Visa for a Spouse?
U.S. lawful permanent residents can petition for their foreign-born spouse to get a U.S. immigrant visa (a green card) as well. Learn more about the process here.
Marriage Just for a Green Card? Legal and Procedural Problems
Here's what really happens when well-meaning friends offer to marry someone for immigration purposes.
How to Get Citizenship After Marriage to a U.S. Citizen
Learn what the law says about qualifying for lawful U.S. residence, and later naturalized citizenship, based on marriage to a U.S. citizen or permanent resident.
Can I Apply for a Green Card If I'm in the U.S. on an Expired Visa?
Learn about the legal issues of a visa overstay when seeking to apply for a green card from within the United States.
Getting a Green Card: Consular Processing vs. Adjustment of Status
Learn about the two main procedural routes for getting a U.S. green card.
Can an Undocumented Immigrant Marry a U.S. Citizen?
There's no law preventing an undocumented (illegal) immigrant from marrying a U.S. citizen, but getting a green card (permanent residence) is not quite so simple.
Process to Get a Green Card Under VAWA
If you're eligible to self-petition for permanent residency (green card) under the Violence Against Women Act, here's the process you'll need to go through.
What Happens at the Green Card Marriage Interview?
Learn about the questions the immigration interviewer may ask in order to test the validity of a marriage.