How to Appeal an Immigration Judge's Decision to the BIA
Your Notice of Appeal must reach the Board within 30 days, and the reasons you state on Form EOIR-26 shape the whole case. A step-by-step guide to BIA appeals.
Immigration Law
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What Happens to a Sibling Petition If the Petitioner Dies?
An approved I-130 is revoked automatically when the petitioner dies, but section 204(l) and humanitarian reinstatement can save a sibling case. How each works.
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How Long Can ICE Detain You After a Final Removal Order?
Post-order detention is mandatory for 90 days and presumptively reasonable for six months. After that, Zadvydas v. Davis gives detainees a path to release.
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Can You Get a Marriage Green Card After Overstaying a Visa?
The spouse of a U.S. citizen who overstayed a visa can usually adjust status without a waiver. Here is why, and the cases where the answer changes.
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When to File Form I-751 to Remove Green Card Conditions
Form I-751 must reach USCIS in the 90 days before a conditional green card expires. Here is the window, the evidence, the waivers and what a missed date costs.
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Can an F-1 Student Work Off Campus While Studying?
F-1 students may work off campus only through CPT, economic hardship, or a few narrow categories. Here is what each allows and what unauthorized work costs.