Ilona Bray

J.D. · University of Washington School of Law

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Staying in the U.S. With the I-601A Provisional Waiver of Inadmissibility
Immigrant visa applicants can request a waiver of unlawful presence in order to receive a green card.
U.S. Permanent Resident vs. U.S. Citizen: What's the Difference?
If you've been a green card holder long enough, you can become a U.S. citizen. What are the benefits?
Options When Adjustment of Status (to Permanent Resident) Is Denied
If USCIS denies your adjustment of status application for a green card, or permanent residency, you might have some options to proceed with your case.
Tips for Filing an I-601A Provisional Waiver Application
Guidance for making sure nothing gets forgotten when applying for a provisional waiver of the 3- or 10-year time bar penalty for unlawful U.S. presence.
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.
Adjustment of Status (I-485) Fees and Lawyer Costs
If you're applying for a green card (permanent resident status) in the U.S., expect to pay several thousand dollars in filing and attorney's fees in 2025.
How Much Will It Cost to Get a U.S. Green Card?
Application fees, legal fees, and other expenses that come with applying for U.S. lawful permanent residence in 2024.
Process to Renew Your Green Card
If you're a lawful permanent resident, you must renew your green card as required by law, usually every 10 years. Here's some basic procedural information you need to know.
What It Takes to Win Asylum in the U.S.: A Review of Key Legal Provisions
A plain-English explanation of the U.S. immigration laws concerning asylum and what you'll need to do to win a case.
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.