FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a green card?

A “green card,” issued by U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), provides proof of lawful permanent resident status, with authorization to live and work anywhere in the United States. Most green cards must be renewed every 10 years, but conditional green cards based on marriage or investment must be replaced after the first 2 years.

What Is E-Verify?

The E-Verify is a program that employers can use to verify the legal immigration status of their employees. So, if an employer uses E-Verify and discovers that you are working for them but are not legally authorized to work, it could lead to termination of your position and it could lead to problems in the future with immigration.

Does marriage to a U.S. citizen automatically confer a green card on a foreign national?

No. It may take from three months to two years to complete the green card process.

Can my landlord require that I provide proof of my immigration status?

No. The landlord should not ask about your immigration status since no state or federal law currently requires them to do so. All local ordinances requiring such action have been held up in court.

Why would a green card application be denied?

A green card application may be denied by the U.S. government for several reasons, including but not limited to mistakes on the required forms, missing documents, insufficient financial resources, or failure to demonstrate eligibility.

Why should I get immigration assistance?

U.S. immigration law is complex. Having an immigration specialist at your side can make the immigration process go more smoothly and give you peace of mind that you are correctly following all procedures. Evidence gathering and presentation often will have a significant impact on the case. By receiving professional immigration help, you will have an adviser who is experienced in immigration law and who will personally handle your immigration case. We pride ourselves on providing experienced and affordable immigration legal consultation and being your immigration partner.

When and how can I apply for U.S. Citizenship if I am a lawful permanent resident?

Eligibility depends upon several factors.  Generally, a person will have had to be a lawful permanent resident for 5 years to apply (or 3 years based upon marriage to a U.S. Citizen). Contact an immigration attorney to formulate the best strategy for your unique circumstances and to give you peace of mind that you are correctly following all procedures.

Federal Skilled

Federal Skilled Workers are persons with suitable education, work experience, age and language abilities under one of Canada’s official languages and who are selected under the Express Entry Immigration system to apply for permanent residence.

Under Express Entry, Federal Skilled Workers across 347 eligible occupations who meet minimum entry criteria, submit an expression of interest profile to the Express Entry Pool.

The profiles of candidates in the pool are ranked under a Comprehensive Ranking System.  The highest-ranked candidates will be considered for an invitation to apply for permanent residence.

For more than 90% of the applicants, a qualified job offers from a Canadian employer essential to be awarded with a higher score who leads to an invitation.