Immigration Services

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We are here to assist, guide, and support you through the process of filing a petition with USCIS. Our disclaimer below details our services and methods. One thing is certain: we help individuals overcome their immigration challenges daily, and we want to do the same for you. Below, you’ll find the most common applications including the top 6 we frequently assist people with.

Common Immigration Forms and Applications

Form AR-11: Alien’s Change of Address Card
- Purpose: Used by non-U.S. citizens to report a change of address to USCIS within 10 days of moving, as required by law.
Form I-134A: Affidavit of Support Under Section 213A of the INA
- Purpose: A sponsor uses this form to show financial responsibility for a foreign national applying for a visa, demonstrating that they will not become a public charge.
Form I-821: Application for Temporary Protected Status (TPS)
- Purpose: Filed by nationals of designated countries who cannot safely return to their home country due to conditions like war or natural disasters, allowing them to remain temporarily in the U.S.
Form I-131: Application for Travel Document
- Purpose: Used by green card holders, asylees, refugees, and others to request permission to re-enter the U.S. after travel abroad, or to apply for Advance Parole.
Form I-130: Petition for Alien Relative
- Purpose: Filed by U.S. citizens or permanent residents to establish a qualifying family relationship for a foreign relative seeking a green card.
Form I-485: Application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust Status
- Purpose: Used to apply for lawful permanent resident (LPR) status for individuals already in the U.S.
Form N-400: Application for Naturalization
- Purpose: Allows lawful permanent residents to apply for U.S. citizenship.
Form I-765: Application for Employment Authorization
- Purpose: Enables eligible applicants to request a work permit, granting temporary work authorization in the U.S.
Form I-140: Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker
- Purpose: Filed by U.S. employers to sponsor foreign workers for employment-based immigration visas.
Form I-829: Petition by Investor to Remove Conditions on Permanent Resident Status
- Purpose: Used by EB-5 investors with conditional permanent resident status to request a full green card.
Form I-751: Petition to Remove Conditions on Residence
- Purpose: Filed by conditional residents who obtained status through marriage to remove conditions and obtain a permanent green card.
Form I-589: Application for Asylum and for Withholding of Removal
- Purpose: Filed by individuals seeking asylum to avoid persecution in their home country.
Form I-821D: Consideration of Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA)
- Purpose: Used by individuals who entered the U.S. as children to request deferred action from deportation and temporary work authorization.
Form DS-260: Immigrant Visa and Alien Registration Application
- Purpose: Used by foreign nationals applying for immigrant visas through U.S. consulates abroad.
Form I-864: Affidavit of Support Under Section 213A of the INA
- Purpose: A legally binding document used to demonstrate that an immigrant will have financial support from a sponsor in the U.S.
Form I-601: Application for Waiver of Grounds of Inadmissibility
- Purpose: Filed by individuals who are otherwise inadmissible to request a waiver to enter or remain in the U.S.
Form I-612: Application for Waiver of the Foreign Residence Requirement
- Purpose: Used by J-1 visa holders to request a waiver of the two-year foreign residence requirement for certain exchange visitors.
Form I-131A: Application for Travel Document (Carrier Documentation)
- Purpose: Allows lawful permanent residents outside the U.S. without their green card to apply for a travel document to re-enter the U.S.
Form I-129: Petition for a Nonimmigrant Worker
- Purpose: Filed by employers to bring foreign nationals to the U.S. temporarily for employment (e.g., H-1B, L-1 visas).
Form I-193: Application for Waiver of Passport and/or Visa
- Purpose: Allows foreign nationals to request entry into the U.S. without a passport or visa if inadmissible for those reasons.
Form I-924: Application for Regional Center Designation Under the Immigrant Investor Program
- Purpose: Used by applicants to request designation of a regional center under the EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program.
Form I-912: Request for Fee Waiver
- Purpose: Allows eligible applicants to request a waiver of USCIS filing fees for certain immigration applications based on financial hardship.
Form I-914: Application for T Nonimmigrant Status
- Purpose: Filed by victims of human trafficking to request T visa status, allowing temporary residence in the U.S.
Form I-918: Petition for U Nonimmigrant Status
- Purpose: Filed by victims of certain crimes to request U visa status, which allows temporary residency for those who assist law enforcement.
Form I-929: Petition for Qualifying Family Member of a U-1 Nonimmigrant
- Purpose: Allows a U-1 visa holder (victim of a crime) to petition for a family member to receive immigration benefits.

Each of these forms serves a specific purpose, addressing a wide range of immigration needs, from family and employment-based visas to humanitarian protection and residency adjustments.

What you must also be aware of:

While many immigration forms can be filed without a lawyer, certain applications—especially those involving waivers, asylum, court proceedings, or complex cases—may benefit from the expertise of a licensed attorney. We recommend consulting an attorney for any cases involving legal complexities, as they can provide essential legal guidance and representation.

Our Top Six Forms

01.

Sponsoring Someone

Form I-130

Use this form if you are a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident (LPR) and you need to establish your relationship to an eligible relative who wishes to come to or remain in the United States permanently and get a Permanent Resident Card (also called a Green Card).

02.

Green Card Application

Form I-485

Thinking about applying for a Green Card? Find out if you’re eligible, and get more information about living and working in the U.S. permanently.

03.

Naturalization

Form N-400

Naturalization is the process to become a U.S. citizen if you were born outside of the United States. If you meet certain requirements, you may become a U.S. citizen either at birth or after birth. Use this form to apply for U.S. citizenship

04.

Asylum

Form I-589

You may file for asylum if you are physically in the United States and you are not a U.S. citizen.

Should be filed within one year of your arrival in the United States.

05.

TPS/Temporary Protected Status

Form I-821

If you are an eligible national of a designated country or a person without nationality who last habitually resided in the designated country, use this form to apply for Temporary Protected Status (TPS).

06.

Work Authorization

Form I-765

Certain noncitizens who are in the United States may file Form I-765, Application for Employment Authorization, to request an (EAD). Other noncitizens whose immigration status authorizes them to work in the United States without restrictions may also use Form I-765 to apply for an EAD that shows such authorization.

What do we do?

With 20 years of experience supporting individuals with immigration matters, we’re here to extend the same guidance to you. Immigration laws can change unexpectedly, making it difficult to stay informed. Navigating these processes on your own can be frustrating and confusing, especially when case statuses are uncertain. That’s why we offer professional support to simplify the process for you and your loved ones. If you need legal assistance, we can also help you connect with a licensed attorney.