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What are the Potential Immigration Consequences of Criminal Conduct

While a criminal case is a serious matter for anyone, foreign nationals often also face serious consequences in relation to their immigration status. This is true for anyone that is not a full citizen, including people who have established permanent residency (obtained a green card). In fact, in some cases, even a naturalized citizen may … Continue reading What are the Potential Immigration Consequences of Criminal Conduct →

Fee Increases for Certain Types of Visas

Late last year, President Obama signed the 2016 Omnibus bill into law, which raised the fee for an L-1 visa to $4,500 and the H-1B visa to $4,000. The increases reflect a desire on the part of lawmakers to improve border security and increase funding for other programs related to immigration, including biometric entry/exit programs. … Continue reading Fee Increases for Certain Types of Visas →

Common Misunderstandings About Deportable Offenses

People who are not United States citizens and are here in the country legally can be subject to deportation in the event that they are convicted of certain offenses. While most foreign nationals may understand this basic fact, many individuals that may be subject to deportation have significant misconceptions about the way in which criminal … Continue reading Common Misunderstandings About Deportable Offenses →

The Relationship between Criminal Convictions and Immigration Consequences

When individuals who are noncitizens are accused of criminal misconduct while they are in the United States, the consequences could extend far beyond those that a U.S. citizen would face. Furthermore, when people who have been convicted of crimes in their home countries seek entry into the United States on a visa or through a … Continue reading The Relationship between Criminal Convictions and Immigration Consequences →