Immigration

Getting a Green Card (Permanent Residency)

Learn about the paths, process, and problems involved in becoming a permanent U.S. resident.

Family-Based Immigration

One of the most common ways immigrants gain permanent residency in the U.S. is through family members - by marriage and blood.

Employment-Based Immigration

How immigrants become permanent residents of the U.S. (green card holders) through an employer.

US Visas - Nonimmigrant (Temporary) Visas

Laws and procedures for entering the U.S. on temporary terms for pleasure or business.

Working in the U.S.

If you're a foreign national and you'd like to work in the United States, you'll need to obtain authorization to do so, or a work visa.

Student Visas

Students from all over the world come to the United States to study. Here are the immigration rules to which they must adhere.

US Citizenship & Naturalization

Learn about the eligibility rules for becoming a U.S. citizen and the steps to get there.

Removal (Deportation): Process & Laws

Learn about the deportation process, who can be removed from the U.S., and possible defenses.

Asylum & Refugee Status

Foreign nationals who are persecuted - or fear they will be - in their home country may be able to seek permanent residence in the United States

Immigration Applications, Petitions, & Processes

Find tips on navigating the U.S. immigration procedures.

Hiring, Paying, and Working With an Immigration Lawyer

Do you need an immigration lawyer? How much will it cost? When can you do without legal representation?