Green Card Basics: Do USCIS Officials Look at My Social Media Accounts?
USCIS officials will no longer routinely review your social media accounts during green card petitions, thanks to recent policy changes. Learn about this evolving practice and how to protect your immigration case.
A Quick Guide to Form I-864, Affidavit of Support
Form I-864, Affidavit of Support is required for most family and employment-based immigrant petitions to demonstrate adequate financial support.
Green Card Renewal Processing Times [2022]
Green cards expire every 10 years and must be renewed to maintain your permanent resident status.
How to Replace a Lost, Stolen, or Damaged Green Card
Losing your green card can be stressful, but you retain all rights as a permanent resident. Learn the step-by-step process to replace a lost, stolen, or damaged green card.
Can a DUI Affect My Green Card Application?
A DUI conviction can significantly impact your green card application depending on the circumstances and jurisdiction. At Tingen Law, we help immigrants understand how criminal charges affect their immigration status.
Do I Need to Renew My Green Card?
Your green card requires periodic renewal to remain valid. Most green card holders must renew every 10 years, while conditional green card holders must renew after just 2 years.
How to Prepare for your Green Card Medical Exam
Preparing for your Green Card medical exam requires seeing a USCIS-approved physician who will conduct specific tests, review your medical history, and perform non-invasive procedures.
How Much Does it Cost to Get a Family-Based Green Card?
Family-based green cards involve filing fees, legal costs, and documentation expenses. Tingen Law breaks down what you'll actually pay for the entire process.
Do I Need a Medical Exam to Get a Green Card?
A medical examination is required for green card adjustment of status to prove you're not inadmissible under U.S. immigration law.
What The Green Card Backlog Means For You
Understand how visa limits and demand imbalances create green card backlogs. Learn what factors affect your wait time and how the Visa Bulletin impacts your immigration timeline.
What is a Green Card Priority Date?
Your green card priority date is your official spot in line for U.S. permanent residency. Understanding this critical date can help ensure your application stays on track through the immigration process.
How Do I Renew My Green Card?
Green cards are valid for 10 years and must be renewed before expiration. Learn the step-by-step process for filing Form I-90 to renew your permanent resident card with Tingen Law.