A Complete Guide to M-1 Student Visas for Technical and Vocational Education in the U.S. Foreign nationals who wish to enter the United States to attend vocational or recognized nonacademic institutions have the option of applying for an M-1 visa.…
Student Visas Allowing Foreign Nationals to Legally Enter the U.S. The United States offers several visa categories for foreign nationals intending to pursue education within its borders. Understanding these categories, their application processes, and the associated requirements is essential for…
5 Landmark Cases Every US Law Student Should Know Understanding American constitutional law begins with a deep dive into a handful of historic Supreme Court decisions that shaped the legal and political landscape of the United States. Here are five…
Washington, D.C., [April 2, 2025] – U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has announced an update to its Policy Manual, reaffirming its recognition of only two biological sexes—male and female—in benefit requests and document issuance. According to the agency, this…
Good Moral Character and Extramarital Affairs A key requirement for U.S. citizenship is showing good moral character during the period covered by the residency requirement, typically five years. An extramarital affair within this period may raise questions about your moral…
Risks and Considerations for Asylees and Refugees Applying for Citizenship If you received a green card after coming to the U.S. as an asylee or refugee, you may eventually decide to apply for U.S. citizenship. However, this process carries certain…
Premium Processing vs. Expedited Review for Citizenship Applications While premium processing allows applicants for certain types of legal status in the U.S. to pay an extra fee to have their application processed within 15 days, U.S. citizenship applications (Form N-400)…
USCIS Collects Fingerprints and Photographs During the Biometrics Services Appointment As part of the U.S. naturalization process, applicants must undergo a criminal background check. The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) collects fingerprints, which are then sent to the…
Understanding Dual Citizenship Many foreign nationals wonder if they can retain their home country’s citizenship after becoming a U.S. citizen. This concept is known as dual citizenship. Whether it is permitted depends on both U.S. law and the laws of…
Legal Basis for Inadmissibility Section 212 of the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA) outlines the grounds for inadmissibility to the U.S. A foreign national found inadmissible cannot obtain legal status, including a visa or green card, unless they qualify for…