What Immigration Issues Do Visa Applicants Face?
Delays are among the most common and frustrating challenges immigrants encounter while applying for a visa. There’s either a delay in receiving a decision or the overall process.
The delay can last indefinitely under specific circumstances. Some delays result from inadequate staff to handle the volume of applications. Others are due to changing policies and more in-depth analysis of applications and attached documents.
USCIS handles applications differently than before. The agency might have requested missing information from the applicant in the past. However, the agency follows stricter guidelines and regulations, prompting officials to deny the application, so the applicant must start from scratch.
Am I Still a Lawful Permanent Resident if My Green Card Has Expired?
If your green card has expired, that doesn’t necessarily mean you will lose your status as a legal permanent resident. However, you can encounter various issues, such as:
- Difficulty receiving benefits you registered for or want to register for
- Trouble applying for or keeping a job
- Obstacles while trying to re-enter the country after traveling outside the U.S.
How Our Florida Lawyers Can Help with Your Immigration Matter
Hiring a lawyer to apply for a green card or immigrant visa isn’t legally required. However, you should. Complications can arise that delay the process or lead to a denied application. Navigating complicated laws and procedures can also be overwhelming.
With a Florida immigration lawyer from Florida Law Advisers, P.A., you will receive the attention and care you deserve. We can explain the available options to live or work in the United States and prevent mistakes that can result in unfavorable outcomes.
After discussing your goals, we will explore the various methods to get you what you want out of the application process, whether moving to be with your spouse or seeking higher education.
We can assist you with the application and supporting documents you must submit. Some forms might be confusing, especially if you don’t seek legal counsel.
Legal issues can get arise while applying for a green card, visa, or citizenship. They might cause significant delays. If you don’t know how to get things back on track, you could lose your opportunity of moving to the country. Our team will review the issue and search for methods of overcoming it so we can proceed with your case.
If you have an upcoming interview with an immigration official, we can help you prepare. Interviews are essential aspects of the immigration process. You must know your rights and practice thorough and honest responses to the questions the official might ask.
How Can I Lose My Status as a Permanent Resident?
You are a lawful permanent resident of the country until one of these circumstances apply:
- You lose or abandon your status
- You complete the naturalization process
You can lose your status as a lawful permanent resident if an immigration judge enters an order for final removal against you.
You can also lose your status if you intentionally abandon it under any of these circumstances:
- You declare yourself as a non-immigrant on your tax returns
- You move to another country and intend to stay there permanently
- You remain outside of the country for an extended timeframe unless the absence is temporary
Contact a Florida Immigration Attorney Today
Florida immigration law is unique and constantly evolving. We at Florida Law Advisers, P.A., know how to handle all aspects of an immigration case, whether simple or challenging. We will learn about your situation to understand your needs and develop a strategy to resolve the matter effectively and efficiently.
You can have peace of mind knowing a Florida immigration lawyer will be your advocate and pursue your dreams of becoming a U.S. citizen, moving here for work, or reuniting with your family. For a free consultation, call or contact us online today.