Alert: Notice: USCIS has recently announced plans to raise its filing fees, effective July 30, 2007. The fee increase, which will affect all applications for citizenship, green cards, and temporary visas, is the largest in the agency's history, with some fees more than doubling. There is still time to beat the fee increase. Call the Bailey & Galyen Immigration Department today at (817)359-7000, and get your papers filed as soon as possible.
New Immigration Deal may legalize millions of immigrants !
New Immigration Deal may legalize millions of immigrants !
Contact Immigration Attorneys for additional information and assistance. The telephones are answered 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Dallas / Fort Worth Area: 1-800-529-8008 Houston Area: 1-866-715-1529
In a striking reach across party lines, the White House and key lawmakers agreed Thursday on a sweeping immigration plan to grant legal status to millions of people in the country unlawfully.The proposal constitutes a far-reaching change in the immigration system that would admit future arrivals seeking to put down roots in the U.S. based on their skills, education levels and job experience, limiting the importance of family ties. A new class of guest workers would be allowed in temporarily, but only after the new security measures were in place — expected to take 18 months.
The proposed agreement would allow illegal immigrants to come forward and obtain a "Z visa" and — after paying fees and a $5,000 fine — ultimately get on track for permanent residency, which could take between eight and 13 years. Heads of households would have to return to their home countries first.
They could come forward right away to claim a probationary card that would let them live and work legally in the U.S., but could not begin the path to permanent residency or citizenship until border security improvements and the high-tech worker identification program were completed.
Family connections alone would no longer be enough to qualify for a green card — except for spouses and minor children of U.S. citizens. Strict new limits would apply to U.S. citizens seeking to bring foreign-born parents into the country.
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Immigration - An Overview
Immigration is the act of entering a country with the intention of permanently living and working there. The multi-step process involved in becoming an immigrant can be daunting.
An immigration attorney can be an invaluable resource and advocate in navigating this process. If you are facing an immigration issue, call our firm today.
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Basic Immigration Laws
Federal immigration law deals with myriad issues regarding the rights and duties of foreign nationals in the United States. Federal law defines people's immigration status and their immigration options, with a specific focus on their reasons for coming to the US. Immigration laws also determine if a person is in the country illegally and whether or not they can be deported. If you are involved in an immigration case, the complex laws and regulations can be extremely intimidating. Being represented by an immigration attorney will help you understand your rights and duties under the law, and can help your case move forward toward your immigration goals. Contact an immigration attorney at our firm today to discuss your situation.
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Relevant Forms
The US immigration process relies on a series of forms, each of which is designed for specific immigration needs and for particular steps in the process. Understanding what forms need to be filed, as well as what fees are involved, is a critical part of each immigration-related service. An immigration attorney can handle these detailed forms for you. If you will be making an immigration petition or have an immigration issue, call our firm to schedule a consultation with an immigration lawyer today.
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Marriages, Fiance(e)s and Adoptions
Spouses, fiancé(e)s, and children of US citizens receive priority in the immigration system. They can be admitted upon approval of their petitions by the government. However, certain procedures must be followed. An attorney can be an invaluable resource in helping an immediate family member gain legal status in the US. If you are getting married or adopting internationally, call our firm to schedule a consultation.
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Deportation
Deportation occurs when the federal government formally removes an alien from the United States for violation of the immigration laws. Once deported, an alien may lose the right to ever return to the United States, even as a visitor. Livelihoods and families may be impacted, and in some cases, a deported alien may end up living in a "homeland" that he or she has little familiarity with. If you are at risk of being deported, call our firm to schedule a consultation with an immigration lawyer.
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Immigration Resource Links
International Adoption
This website, maintained by US Citizenship and Immigration Services, provides information on how to bring a foreign-born child into the United States for purposes of adoption.
Deportation
This web article, prepared by the Political Asylum Project of Austin (PAPA), provides an overview of the deportation process.
Forms and Fees
This resource, maintained by US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), provides information on immigration forms, including filing fee information, and provides on-line access to these forms.
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