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Today's episode is all about sponsoring your foreign spouse if you are a green card holder or lawful permanent resident (LPR). The process is similar to a US citizen sponsoring a spouse but it can take much longer. Learn the 5 steps of the process and how to estimate how long it will be before you are scheduled for the visa interview. If you enjoyed the episode, please leave a rating and review for me! You're the bestest ever!!! :) Full Show Notes Join The Migrant Academy  

Not sure if you are eligible for health insurance without a green card? Listen up then! This episode we'll learn about the different options you have to get healthcare coverage, where you can save money, who is eligible for Obamacare and updates on what Trump plans to do with healthcare coverage in this country. Leave a rating or review! Full Show Notes  Migrant Academy - complete online immigration courses Find me on YouTube! Find me on Facebook!  

When it comes to petitioning your spouse for the CR1 visa, one major requirement is the I-864 affidavit of support. In this episode, we're talking about how to submit proof of income when you are unemployed or self-employed sponsor. Full Show Notes Migrant Academy - complete online immigration courses Find me on YouTube! Find me on Facebook!

Are you petitioning for a foreign fiance or spouse and want to bring your child to the United States as well? In this episode we discuss who is considered a child under USCIS immigration law and what the process looks like. Full Show Notes  Migrant Academy - complete online immigration courses Find me on YouTube! Find me on Facebook!  

We all know that US immigration can be expensive, but did you know there is waiver available for the filing fee? In this episode you will learn about why the filing fees are so high, why they keep getting increased, who is eligible for the waiver and how to apply for it. Full show notes. Join The Migrant Academy Today - Complete, interactive CR1/K1 visa courses. Connect with me on Youtube! Find me on Facebook!  

The final step of the USCIS visa process is the interview. This episode will help you prepare for it by showing you what you need to bring, what you need to review, what to wear, what to expect and what the consular officer will do at your visa interview! After listening to this episode you will be ready to pass your next immigration interview with flying colors! Full show notes. Download the FREE Guide to Immigration Interviews eBook. Join The Migrant Academy Today - Complete, interactive CR1/K1 visa courses. Connect with me on Youtube!

Thinking of hiring an immigration attorney for your K1 fiance visa? Listen to this episode to learn the pros and cons of hiring an attorney vs doing it yourself. I know of many couples who had a lawyer handle their case and many who complete the entire process on their own by learning the requirements for the K1 fiancé visa. Leave a rating and review for the show! This really helps the show continue to grow. Thank you! :)   Full Show Notes   Migrant Academy - complete online immigration courses   Find me on YouTube!

Americans sure do love their cars! Driving is an absolute must in most US cities with poor public transit systems. If your adjustment of status is still pending with USCIS or you are in the US legally and want to apply for a driver's license, listen to this episode! With the information I provide to you will help you head to the DMV and convince them to issue you a driver's license. Of course, you must still pass the written and driving test first! PS - I'm sometimes late in getting these episodes up either Thursdays or Fridays...sorry! I'm trying to be more consistent. :) Did you like this episode? Please leave a rating and review for the show! This really helps the show continue to grow. Thank you! :)   Full Show Notes Podcast Topic Suggestion Migrant Academy - complete online immigration courses Find me on YouTube!

Ask any immigrant waiting for a decision their visa or green card application what they fear the most and one answer will likely be getting a request for evidence. An RFE is letter USCIS sends you if there is a document missing or they need additional evidence of your eligibility. Today, we learn the top 5 reasons USCIS can send you an RFE, my tips to avoid getting one and how to respond if you are unfortunate enough to get an RFE. Did you like this episode? Please leave a rating and review for the show! This really helps the show continue to grow. Thank you! :)   Full Show Notes   Podcast Topic Suggestion   Migrant Academy - complete online immigration courses   Find me on YouTube!  

In this episode we discuss how to submit an EAD expedite to USCIS. Not everyone is eligible to expedite their work permit but you'll learn about expedite criteria, the supporting evidence to include and how long the EAD expedite can take. If you have a job offer lined up but no work authorization, this is the episode you don't want to miss! Did you like this episode? Please leave a rating and review for the show! This really helps the show continue to grow. Thank you! :) Full Show Notes - download the sample EAD expedite letter Podcast Topic Suggestion - have a show topic you'd like me to cover? Let me know! Migrant Academy - complete online immigration courses Find me on YouTube!  

Today we talk about the list of high fraud countries where it's more difficult to get a visa approved. These high fraud countries will require that your case in administrative processing for additional reviews. We'll also talk about low fraud countries where it's a bit easier to pass the interview and get your immigrant visa approved. Full Show Notes - download the AP cheat sheet! Migrant Academy - Complete family-based immigration courses Youtube Channel - Watch me answer reader/viewer questions on video!

With Trump's crackdown on illegal immigration, it's time we talked about unlawful presence and how to apply for a waiver of inadmissibility. If you've entered the US illegally or overstayed your visa after it has expired, you may need to file for the I-601 or I-601A waiver to adjust status for a green card. It won't be easy, but I help you understand the process a little better. Full Show Notes Podcast Topic Suggestion YouTube Channel

Trump's new proposed public charge rule will make it more difficult for you to receive your green card if you've ever used government welfare programs. We'll talk about how this new immigration regulation will affect you and the welfare programs that could complicate your green card application. Enjoy this episode? Please rate and review the show if you'd like me to continue publishing weekly! Thanks :) Full Show Notes Podcast Topic Suggestion

Today we're talking about removing conditions on your 2 year green card and the I-751 interview questions. We also go into some questions that are asked at the stokes interview. To remove conditions on your lawful permanent resident status, you'll first need to submit form I-751 with supporting evidence.  We'll also discuss how to apply to remove conditions on your green card with and without the US citizen spouse (due to divorce or separation). If you enjoyed this episode, please rate and review the show! Subscribe so you don't miss the next episode. :) Full Show Notes Podcast Topic Suggestion

Are you familiar with the show 90 day fiancé? Well this episode is all about the K1 visa interview and what questions you will be asked as well as how to answer these questions.  I personally arrived in the US on a K1 visa and I was as nervous as heck about my interview but it went smoothly and I was approved on the spot!  Now I'm giving you my tips on how to answer the K1 visa interview questions properly so that you are approved too! Full show notes Podcast topic suggestion

Interested in moving to the US? You may have already considered applying for the DV lottery to win a green card and this episode explains the process and how the winner is chosen. Learn what it takes to pass the DV visa interview and how much it will cost. Please rate, review and subscribe! *HUGS* to those who have already done so! Full show notes Podcast topic suggestion

Is your marriage heading straight for divorce? Worried about your immigration status? Today we dive into issues related to divorcing a US citizen and how this can affect your green card (permanent resident). Helpful tips and advice on how to adjust status or remove conditions during a separation or divorce. Full Show Notes Podcast Topic Suggestion

Thousands of families are being torn apart by deportation. Listen to this story of a father of 2 arrested by ICE in front of his own children. Risk factors for deportation and how to fight it once you have left the US. Details about the I601 and I601A waivers as well as applying for a green card through marriage to a US citizen. If you enjoy this podcast, please consider submitting a rating and review! I would really appreciate it. :) Full Show Notes Podcast Topics Suggestion

In this episode, we'll learn all about the visa medical exam. How to find a panel physician, scheduling your exam and what to bring. Before your visa can be issued by the U.S. Consulate or Embassy, you will need to pass the immigration medical exam. The medical exam isn't something you can study for but as long as you don't have the listed contagious diseases or infections, you should be okay! If you found this helpful, please rate, review and subscribe to the podcast on iTunes or other podcast app. Full Show Notes Podcast Topic Suggestion

Are you sponsoring your spouse for a visa or green card? Well, it's likely you'll need to fill out form I-864 affidavit of support. USCIS wants to be sure that the intending immigrant will not become a public charge and that someone will financially support them in the US. We'll talk about what the affidavit of support is, when your responsibility ends and how to find a joint sponsor if you need one. Full Show Notes Podcast Topic Suggestion