In 2026, the United States is still full of opportunity for immigrants, but the rules to live, work and stay here lawfully are stricter, more complex, and more expensive than they have been in decades. Where you choose to...
Marriage-based immigration is undergoing significant changes with increased scrutiny and enforcement. Spouses of U.S. citizens now face more rigorous interview processes, heightened background checks, and expanded vetting...
The Department of Homeland Security has proposed a new fee rule that would raise the cost of several immigration applications, including the naturalisation process for lawful permanent residents seeking US citizenship. The...
Removal defense (sometimes called removal defense immigration) refers to the legal proceedings and strategies used to prevent or contest the deportation or removal of an individual from the United States. Consulting a removal...
Form I-485, officially called the Application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust Status, is the main form you use to apply for a green card from inside the United States. I‑485 instructions (PDF) Adjustment of status...