What Must a State Court Order Say for SIJS?
USCIS reviews the juvenile court order for three findings and the facts behind them. Learn what the order must contain and which courts can issue it.
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Can a Mandamus Lawsuit End 221(g) Administrative Processing?
A visa held in 221(g) administrative processing for months may support a federal suit to compel a decision, but a judge cannot order the consulate to issue it.
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EB-1B vs EB-1A: Which Green Card Should a Researcher Pursue?
Two criteria and an employer, or three criteria and independence. How researchers should weigh the EB-1B against the EB-1A, and why many file both.
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When Can an Asylee Apply for a Green Card?
An asylee can file Form I-485 after one year of physical presence following the grant. Which date starts the clock, how travel counts, and when family files.
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SIJS Age Limits: When Does a Child Age Out?
Federal law lets a child file for SIJS until 21, but the state court that issues the findings may lose jurisdiction at 18. Timing decides many SIJS cases.
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What Are the H-1B1 Visa Requirements for Chile and Singapore?
Citizens of Chile and Singapore can take specialty occupation jobs without the H-1B lottery. Here is what the H-1B1 requires of you and your employer.