A Kearny, N.J., woman who posed as a government official pleaded guilty today to a 23-count superseding Indictment, admitting that she orchestrated a scheme to defraud dozens of immigrants out of hundreds of thousands of dollars by pretending she could help them become United States citizens, U.S. Attorney Paul J. Fishman announced. Rosa Blake, a/k/a [...] Read more »
Six Charged In New Jersey With International Alien Smuggling Conspiracy
NEWARK, N.J. – Six alleged members of an international alien smuggling scheme face federal charges for bringing hundreds of aliens from Brazil, India, and elsewhere into the United States, New Jersey U.S. Attorney Paul J. Fishman announced. The Complaint charges Nacip Teotonio Pires, a/k/a “Ze Maria,” a/k/a “Baraso,” 47, of Newark; Rubens Da Silva, a/k/a [...] Read more »
Why a person may be denied entry into the United States
There are many reasons why a person may be ineligible to enter the United States. The legal descriptions are lengthy and complex; therefore a list of the most common reasons is provided below. This information should not be interpreted to be a comprehensive list of reasons you may be denied entry into the United States. [...] Read more »
O and P Visa Requirements
USCIS Clarifies Requirements for Agents Filing as Petitioners for the O and P Visa Classification Introduction U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) is clarifying for performing arts associations and their members the regulatory requirements for agents who file as petitioners for the O and P visa classification. Background USCIS has received inquiries from the public [...] Read more »
Frequently Asked Questions About Employment Eligibility
Do citizens and nationals of the U. S. need to prove, to their employers, they are eligible to work? Yes. While citizens and nationals of the U.S. are automatically eligible for employment, they too must present proof of employment eligibility and identity and complete an Employment Eligibility Verification form (Form I-9). Citizens of the U.S. [...] Read more »
Immigration Information for Members of the U.S. Armed Forces and their Families
Background U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) offers immigration services and resources specifically for members of the U.S. Armed Forces and their families who are stationed in the United States and abroad. USCIS established a military assistance team to ensure that the military community receives quick and secure access to accurate information. Below is a [...] Read more »
USCIS Announces Resumption of Premium Processing Service for Form I-140, Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker
Effective June 29, 2009, the USCIS will resume Premium Processing Service for Form I-140, Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker, in accordance with 8 CFR 103.2(f)(2). After an evaluation of its I-140 backlog reduction efforts and increased I-140 adjudicative efficiencies, USCIS has concluded that it is now able to provide Premium Process Service for this benefit. [...] Read more »
How Do I Use the Premium Processing Service?
What is it? Premium Processing Service provides faster processing of certain employment-based petitions and applications. Specifically, USCIS provides 15 calendar day processing to those who choose to use this service or USCIS will refund the Premium Processing fee and the relating case will continue to receive faster processing. The processing period that is used to [...] Read more »
How Do I Appeal the Denial of My Petition or Application?
Background When USCIS denies or revokes an immigration petition, in most cases you may appeal the decision to higher authority for review. In immigration proceedings, the appellate review authority is divided between two separate Government agencies: the Administrative Appeals Office (AAO) within USCIS, and the Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA), under the jurisdiction of the [...] Read more »
Work Permit – How Do I Get A Work Permit (Employment Authorization Document – EAD)?
What is an Employment Authorization Document? U.S. employers must check to make sure all employees, regardless of citizenship or national origin, are allowed to work in the United States. If you are not a citizen or a lawful permanent resident, you may need to apply for an Employment Authorization Document (EAD) to prove you may [...] Read more »
