Immigration News

Form N-400, Application for Naturalization

by Jim Hacking | October 8, 2026

The N-400 and the naturalization interview are the last major chances USCIS has to decide whether you should become a U.S. citizen. Once you become naturalized, taking your citizenship... VIEW POST

Form I-130 Petition: Filing, Denials & Appeals

by Jim Hacking | August 20, 2026

Filing Form I-130 is the critical first step in bringing your family together, but a single misstep can lead to a frustrating denial. Here is what you need to... VIEW POST

Form I-751 Guide: How to Remove Conditions From Your Green Card

by Jim Hacking |

If you got your green card and had been married for less than two years when it was approved, you received a conditional green card, not a permanent one.... VIEW POST

Green Card Application: What It Is, Who Qualifies, and How to Apply

by Jim Hacking | July 5, 2026

More than 14 million people in the U.S. hold a green card, yet according to the 2025 Quarter 4 Immigration and Citizenship Data, 23,818 I-140 applications were denied. If... VIEW POST

USCIS Reviewing Old Cases: What It Means for Your Immigration Status

by Jim Hacking | June 16, 2026

One question we're hearing more often from immigrants is: "Can USCIS go back and review an old case that was already approved?" The short answer is yes. Many immigrants... VIEW POST

ESTA Adjustment of Status: What You Need to Know Before You File a Marriage Green Card

by Jim Hacking | May 25, 2026

Filing a marriage green card after entering on an ESTA is possible, but the rules are strict, and one wrong move can get your case denied. Here’s what you... VIEW POST

Can I Apply for Citizenship After 3 Years of Marriage? Eligibility and Process Explained

by Jim Hacking | April 20, 2026

Yes — if you have held a green card for 3 years and are married to a U.S. citizen, you may qualify for naturalization before the standard 5-year wait.... VIEW POST