Author Archives: Jay Butchko
4 Tips For Your N-400 Naturalization Interview
Right before an immigrant can become a naturalized American citizen, they must go through the N-400 naturalization interview. A failure to satisfy the requirements of the N-400 naturalization interview will lead to the denial of an immigrant’s naturalization request. To ensure that an immigrant can, and does, become a naturalized American citizen, they should… Read More »
What Is Advance Parole?
Many immigrants will, at one point or another, need to leave the United States. But, if they leave before their permanent resident status is finalized, they will need to obtain an advance parole document. By being aware of what an advance parole document is, whether or not it’s necessary for a particular individual, and… Read More »
What Should You Do If You Are Detained At The Airport?
When an immigrant is detained at the airport, there are certain actions that they can, and should, take. By doing so, they will have an easier time entering the United States or, depending on their status, remaining in the United States. Why Are Immigrants Detained At The Airport? Every now and then, an immigrant… Read More »
What Is An Adjustment Of Status?
Many immigrants wish to stay in the United States for a long period of time. But, to accomplish this, they may need to apply for an adjustment of status. What Is An Adjustment Of Status? The definition of an “adjustment of status” is as follows: a process that an immigrant can use to apply… Read More »
Can You Travel While Waiting For An Adjustment To Your Immigration Status?
Many immigrants apply for an adjustment of status. By doing so, they are then able to obtain lawful permanent residency status, which allows them to live within the United States on a permanent basis. The process of applying for, and obtaining, an adjustment of status, can be complicated. Outside of those complications, certain aspects… Read More »
What Are Your Rights When Interacting With Border Patrol Agents?
Every immigrant will, at one point or another, need to interact with Border Patrol agents. By being aware of their rights, immigrants can avoid potential problems and make these interactions go smoothly. What Are Border Patrol Agents? The U.S. Border Patrol is a division of the United States Customs and Border Protection agency. A… Read More »
What Happens When A Legal Immigrant Is Caught With An Illegal Firearm?
When a legal immigrant is caught with an illegal firearm, they can face several penalties. Each one of these penalties can, and will, affect this immigrant’s future in the United States. What Are The Penalties For An Immigrant Who Is Caught With An Illegal Firearm? A variety of penalties exist for an immigrant who… Read More »
How Can You Report A Change Of Address To The USCIS?
Every single legal immigrant must, when living within the United States, report a change of address to the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services. A failure to report a change of address can, and will, lead to penalties. But, by being aware of how to report a change of address, these penalties can be… Read More »
What Is Denaturalization?
Even though naturalization is permanent, in many ways, citizenship can still be taken away. By being aware of how this can happen, it’s easier to prevent denaturalization from occurring. What Is Denaturalization? The term “naturalization” refers to the following: conferring United States citizenship upon someone who, at that time, lacks United States citizenship. Every… Read More »
Does A Green Card Protect You From Deportation?
A green card allows foreign citizens to live and work in the United States on a permanent basis. Even though those with a green card are considered “permanent residents” of the United States, this doesn’t necessarily mean that those who hold a green card cannot be deported. Can You Still Be Deported If You… Read More »