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Next to receiving a Denial Notice, a Notice of Intent to Deny (“NOID”) can be one of the most frightening things an aspiring immigrant can receive in the mail. At least that is how it used to be. In 2023, getting a NOID may not be such a bad thin… Read More

Traditionally, the process of obtaining a marriage-based green card through adjustment of status culminates in a marriage interview at the local USCIS district office. During this interview, a USCIS officer will ask a battery of questions to determin… Read More

Adjustment of status is a process that allows individuals who are already in the United States to apply for lawful permanent resident status, commonly known as a green card. To be eligible for adjustment of status, an individual must, in general, mee… Read More

Due to logistical changes implemented as a result of COVID-19, it is not uncommon for some interviews to be conducted remotely by officers in different states. Some of our clients appearing for examinations in Newark, for example, have been interview… Read More

Late last year, the Department of State began issuing two visa bulletins. Notwithstanding the potential benefits of the new chart, the two charts have caused a lot of confusion within the immigrant community. With all the retrogression going on these… Read More

Transcript of Episode 4 of our US Citizenship and Immigration Podcast on Itunes. Check it out and subscribe! “Hello. Welcome to Episode Four of the Lee & Garasia Immigration Podcast. Thanks for joining us. Two New Visa Bulletins Today I wan… Read More

The U.S. Citizenship & Immigration Services (USCIS) recently announced the implementation of new procedures that will decrease waiting periods for eligible adjustment of status applicants. Furthermore, the new procedure will allow the Department… Read More