A marriage certificate proves a couple is legally married. It does not prove, on its own, that USCIS will view the marriage as genuine for immigration purposes. When a case
Couples relying on the K-1 fiancé visa face a noticeably different process in 2026 than they would have a year ago. Two changes, one to interview requirements and one to
For many trafficking survivors, filing a T-visa application is only the beginning of a long and uncertain wait, one that can stretch on for years with no income and no
Por Dr. Jae Francis, abogado de inmigración, Francis Law Center · Última revisión: 12 de septiembre de 2026 · Read this page in English Una moción de reapertura le pide
For years, many families assumed that filing for a green card from inside the United States was almost always the smoother path, while consular processing abroad felt like the option
Public charge is one of the most anxiety-inducing phrases in immigration law, and a new rule taking effect in September 2026 has made it feel even more uncertain for many
Por el Abogado Jae Francis | Francis Law Center | 5 de septiembre de 2026 Durante trece años, el advance parole con DACA fue el atajo más discreto de la
By Dr. Jae Francis Lee | Francis Law Center | September 5, 2026 For thirteen years, DACA advance parole was the quietest workaround in family immigration. A DACA recipient married
Por el Abogado Jae Francis | Francis Law Center | 2 de septiembre de 2026 El 31 de agosto de 2026, el Servicio de Ciudadanía e Inmigración de Estados Unidos
By Dr. Jae Francis Lee | Francis Law Center | September 2, 2026 On August 31, 2026, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services published a new Form I-864 edition – the
Waiting for a marriage green card can feel like watching a pot that never boils, especially when every stage seems to take longer than the last one promised. Not knowing
Missing a legal deadline can feel like the end of the road, but when it comes to asylum, that is not always true. Learning that your case may be barred
Wondering how much an immigration lawyer costs? Francis Law Center breaks down fee structures, typical cost ranges by case type, and key questions to ask before hiring. Contact us today
Por el Abogado Jae Francis | Francis Law Center | 5 de agosto de 2026 Una negación de USCIS sin RFE es hoy una posibilidad real en cualquier caso al
By Dr. Jae Francis Lee | Francis Law Center | August 5, 2026 A USCIS denial without an RFE is now a real possibility on any case where required initial
Por el Abogado Jae Francis | Francis Law Center | 2 de agosto de 2026 Una audiencia de fianza de inmigración suele ser lo más rápido que ocurre dentro de
By Dr. Jae Francis Lee | Francis Law Center | August 2, 2026 An immigration bond hearing is often the fastest-moving thing in a case that otherwise takes years. Our
Bringing a fiancé to the United States on a K-1 visa is an exciting milestone, but it comes with a strict deadline that catches many couples off guard. Understanding the
Deciding between a T-visa and a U-visa can feel overwhelming, especially when you are already dealing with the trauma of trafficking or a violent crime. Understanding what separates these two
The $100,000 H-1B fee is blocked. On July 24, 2026, the United States Court of Appeals for the First Circuit denied the government’s motion to stay a district court ruling
