Rasoulpour Torregoza

The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has recently made a pledge in March 2022 to speed up its processing times for cases that it adjudicates, and we have begun to see in August 2022 that some, but not all, cases are beginning to be adjudicated more swiftly. Find out more in our FAQ.

Form I-130 is used by a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident (LPR) to apply for permanent residency for a qualifying relative who wishes to come to or remain in the United States permanently and get a Permanent Resident Card (also called a Green Card). This post discusses what happens next after the I-130 is approved, document review/gathering at the National Visa Center (NVC) and consulate interview.

UPDATED: 3/8/21

Naturalization is the process wherein foreign nationals can obtain U.S. citizenship. Is travel advisable after the naturalization interview but before the oath ceremony? What are certain considerations that green card holders must know prior to traveling abroad? Find out the answers to these questions and more on our FAQs.

E-2 Treaty Investor visas are for citizens of certain countries wherein the applicant is coming to the United States to develop & direct the operations of an enterprise in which the applicant has invested a substantial amount of capital. If you’ve invested in real estate in the United States, can you apply for an E-2 Visa based on this investment? What are some possible E-2 visa businesses?

Many of our clients ask what type of documentation they need to show the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) to prove their family relationship. They often think, "Well, ours is a real marriage, the officer should be able to see that." The fact is, proving the bona fides of one’s marriage can be more challenging than people expect. We have provided a non-exhaustive list of documents we recommend our clients to include with their marriage-based petition.

Success Stories: O-1B Renewal Approved for Creative Content Producer from Thailand

We recently received an O-1B renewal approved for a Thai National who is a Creative Content Producer of extraordinary ability. Congratulations to our client!

Success Stories: Adjustment of Status Approval for Asylee from Burkina Faso

We recently received an adjustment of status approval (green card) for a national of Burkina Faso who was granted asylum last year. Congratulations to our client!

FAQ: How long does the process at NVC take after I-130 approval? What are the steps in NVC processing?

The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has recently made a pledge in March 2022 to speed up its processing times for cases that it adjudicates, and we have begun to see in August 2022 that some, but not all, cases are beginning to be adjudicated more swiftly. Find out more in our FAQ.

Success Stories: Green Card Approval for Mexican adjustment of status applicant based on VAWA

We recently received a green card approval for a Mexican national at the Queens Field Office based on VAWA (Violence Against Women Act). It was approved without an interview. Congratulations to our client!

Success Stories: Naturalization Approval for LPR with absence greater than 180 days

We recently received a naturalization (citizenship) approval for a U.K. national, who had an absence greater than 180 days (but less than 1 year) during the 5 year period before applying for naturalization, at the New York Field Office. Congratulations to our client!

Success Stories: O-1 Visa Granted to Ecuadorian Comic and Social Media Influencer at the U.S. Consulate in Guayaquil

We recently received an O-1 approval for an Ecuadorian National who is a commercially-successful Comic/Comedian and Social Media Influencer of extraordinary ability at the U.S. Consulate in Guayaquil. Congratulations to our client!

FAQ: When can I apply for naturalization (citizenship) after receiving my green card as an asylee?

U.S. immigration law allows asylees to apply for lawful permanent resident (LPR) status after they have been physically present in the U.S. for at least one year since being granted asylum. The next step is to naturalize and become a U.S. Citizen. Find out more about this process!

FAQ: How do I change my name with my N-400 Naturalization/Citizenship application?

An applicant for Naturalization can request to change their name with their N-400 Naturalization application. What do you need to do in order to change your name on your U.S. citizenship application?

Success Stories: TPS Approval for Venezuelan National who passed through Colombia

We recently received an approval for Temporary Protected Status for a Venezuelan National who passed through Colombia overcoming the firm resettlement bar. Congratulations to our client.

Success Stories: O-1 Approval for Comedian & Social Media Influencer at USCIS

We recently received an O-1 approval for an Ecuadorian National who is a commercially-successful Comic/Comedian and Social Media Influencer of extraordinary ability. Congratulations to our client!

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