Completing the DS-160 form is the first step to obtaining several visa types for visiting the United States. In many cases, the next step is to schedule a DS-160 appointment at a U.S. Embassy or Consulate. During this appointment, an immigration official will ask you about your planned visit, the information on your application, and […]
Does the U.S. impose a religious test for immigration? Officially, the United States does not use religion as a criterion for admitting or barring immigrants. However, some argue that recent policies have indirectly amounted to a religious test, significantly impacting Muslim immigrants. Therefore, this post will explore the complex issues around religion and immigration. The […]
Are you a religious worker seeking to enter the United States to pursue your calling? The visa type R presents a structured avenue for eligible religious workers to reside and engage in temporary employment within the country. This visa underscores the importance of religious exchange and cultural enrichment. Whether you are a minister, missionary, religious […]
Some say the ruling in February by a federal judge stopping an executive action instituted by President Barack Obama reveals a rampant practice in federal district courts – venue shopping. Obama’s executive action would in effect defer the deportation of around 500,000 illegal immigrants in the United States in good standing. According to immigration advocates, […]
A number of leaders in Austin, Texas are pushing for the city to issue their own identification cards to provide fair opportunities to people in the area, regardless of their immigration status. Austin is known for being an immigrant-friendly city, and took great pains last year along with 14 other cities to announce its cause, according to […]