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Defensive Asylum vs Affirmative Asylum
The process for applying for asylum depends on whether you have already been placed in removal proceedings. If you have already been served with a Notice to Appear alleging that you are removable from the United States and that the Notice to Appear has been filed with the immigration court, you must apply for Asylum…
Cuban Adjustment Act Eligibility
The Cuban Adjustment Act (CAA) is a law enacted in 1966 that allows Cuban nationals or natives to adjust their status to lawful permanent residents of the United States. To qualify for CAA, an individual must be a Cuban national or a native of Cuba and have been physically present in the United States for…
K1 Visa Interview Tips
The interview is one of the last steps to getting a K1 visa and is coincidentally the part of the process people stress over the most. It is common practice for the interviewer to ask personal questions. While this may feel a bit invasive and cause discomfort, it is an unavoidable part of the process….
Dual Citizenship
Dual Citizenship: What to Know Becoming an American citizen is a dream for many immigrants: the American passport is one of the strongest in the world, allowing for visa-free or visa-on-arrival travel to over 180 countries; you can vote, attend school without a student visa, and access public benefits if you need to; and you…
Steps to Become a United States Citizen
If you or a loved one has decided to apply for American Citizenship, you’re probably aware of how complex and arduous the process can be. That’s why you need legal representation by a law firm with the experience and skill necessary to handle your immigration case. Rozas & Associates has represented thousands of U.S. immigrants…
Why Do I Need an Immigration Lawyer?
5 Reasons Why You Need an Immigration Lawyer If you or a loved one are trying to immigrate to the United States, you’ve probably realized how frustrating, stressful, and emotional the experience can be. That’s why the team of legal professionals at Rozas has helped immigrants all over the country with their legal issues for…
What is the Difference Between Conditional Residence & Permanent Residence?
What is a Conditional Green Card? If you’re a foreign national and have been married to your spouse that is a United States citizen for under 2 years when you arrive in the US on an immigrant visa or are approved for a green card, you’ll start out your new life as a “conditional resident.”…
I am married to a United States Citizen, but I have a deportation order, can I still apply to adjust my status?
I Have a Deportation Order, Can I Still Apply to Adjust My Status? Often I am asked by potential clients in this very same situation whether or not they have any chance to adjust status and become a Legal Permanent Resident. You guys know the deal. You or your family member enters the United States…
What Happens if You Overstay Your Visa and Get Married?
What happens if you overstay your visa and get married? You may be wondering, “I overstayed a visa and married a U.S. citizen. Can I successfully apply for a green card?” The short answer is yes, BUT not always. For example: You came to the United States on a tourist visa from Peru. Let’s assume…
Can I Apply For a U Visa?
Many of my potential clients will call and ask whether or not they qualify for a U-Visa. They have been a victim of a crime in the past and called the police. They made a report and described the assailant against them. They are willing to testify. Is this enough? What Is a U-Visa? As…
