Living in the U.S. is a dream for many people, but there are a few things to know before making the move. One of the most important ones is the difference between citizenship and residency. Residency Residency is the term used for people who are not U.S. citizens but...
TPS: A refuge from life’s storms for several countries
TPS, or Temporary Protection Status, is a government-run program created to offer temporary shelter to international citizens dealing with a crisis. Thousands of such foreign nationals are in the U.S. on a temporary basis seeking refuge from conditions in their native...
What residency options do family members have?
Mississippi families who are struggling to find a way of keeping their loved ones in the United States are often anxious about potential separation that could leave some family stranded in another country. Although obtaining a Green Card is a lengthy process, it is...
What can impact an interview when adjusting legal status?
Adjusting your legal residency status when coming to the United States or seeking to remain in the country can seem very intimidating. A lot of things are taken into consideration when adjusting legal residency status as a deportation defense. Factors like standard of...
Good moral character requirements for naturalization
Immigrants in Mississippi can become U.S. citizens through the process of naturalization by meeting several conditions. One of those requirements is showing proof of good moral character for the time you have been inhabiting the country. Take a look at the factors...
The key steps to naturalization in the U.S.
If you want to become a U.S. citizen in Mississippi through the naturalization process, you will be dealing mostly with the USCIS. Review the entire process before you submit an application to understand what to expect. You will have a greater chance of success when...
Law lacks pathway for undocumented immigrants to stay
A 1996 law bars reentry of anyone who was in this country without legal immigration for over six months from three to 10 years. This immigration law, however, is particularly severe because it applies to undocumented immigrants who must leave this country and apply...
What happens if you fail the U.S. citizenship test?
Taking the U.S. citizenship test can be nerve-racking, especially when you find out that you only get once more chance at passing if you fail. Mississippi residents should consult with a lawyer before taking the test to make sure they have the necessary documents...
Who can you sponsor when you have your green card?
Immigrants who are granted permanent residence in the United States will receive a green card. Green card holders in Mississippi and other states are authorized to petition to have other family members allowed entry into the United States. However, it's important to...
Supreme Court sets new federal precedence for deportation cases
Residents of Mississippi may have heard the news about a Supreme Court decision that will set a new precedence for deportation cases. In a monumental decision, the Supreme Court ruled that the burden of proof will lay on the shoulders of immigrants who are facing...
