Frequently Asked Questions

Here you will find answers to the most common questions about our services and how we can help you in your immigration case.

What is the Asilo?

Asilo is a form of protection that allows an individual to remain in the United States rather than be removed (deported) to a country where he or she fears persecution or harm. Under U.S. law, people who flee their countries because they fear persecution may apply for asylum. If granted asylum, this gives them protection and the right to remain in the United States.

What does the Family Petition consist of?

Petition by U.S. Citizen for Immediate Relative to Become a Lawful Permanent Resident
If you are a U.S. Citizen, you can apply for certain members of your family to obtain lawful permanent residency (Greencard).

What does the Work Permit consist of?

U.S. employers must ensure that all of their employees, regardless of citizenship or national origin, are authorized to work in the United States. The Employment Authorization Document is the way for employers to prove that you are authorized to work in the United States for a specific period of time.

What does Naturalization consist of?

Citizenship is a common bond that unites people to civic ideals and a belief in the rights and freedoms guaranteed in the U.S. Constitution. Becoming a U.S. citizen is one of the most important decisions an immigrant can make. Depending on your situation, there may be different ways to obtain citizenship.

What does the Cancellation of Removal consist of?

Cancellation of Removal or Deportation applies to someone facing deportation proceedings in immigration court. The government may suspend deportation if the person has been physically present in the United States continuously for seven years, and it can be shown that deportation would cause extreme hardship to his or her U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident spouse, parent, and child. If the government approves the individual’s application, the person would immediately become a lawful permanent resident as of the date of approval.

What is VISA U?

Victims of Criminal Acts: U Nonimmigrant Status. U Nonimmigrant status (U Visa) is reserved for victims of certain crimes, who have suffered physical or mental abuse and provide assistance to law enforcement agencies and government officials in the investigation or prosecution of criminal activity. Congress created the U nonimmigrant visa through the passage of the Victims of Trafficking and Violence Protection Act (including the Battered Immigrant Women’s Protection Act) in October 2000. This legislation is aimed at strengthening the ability of law enforcement agencies to investigate and prosecute cases of domestic violence, sexual abuse, alien trafficking and other crimes, while protecting victims of crimes who have suffered substantial mental or physical abuse as a result of such crimes and are willing to assist law enforcement authorities in the investigation and prosecution of criminal activity. The legislation also helps law enforcement agencies better serve crime victims.

What is VISA U?

Permanent Residence for VAWA Self-Petitioner. You may be eligible to become a lawful permanent resident (obtain a Green Card) under the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) if you are a victim of abuse or extreme cruelty committed by:

  • A spouse or former spouse who is a U.S. Citizen
  • A parent who is a U.S. citizen
  • A son or daughter who is a U.S. citizen
  • A lawful permanent resident (LPR) who is your spouse or former spouse, or
  • A parent who is an LPR.

Our team of lawyers has jurisdiction in the states of California, Florida, New York and Texas.

We want to provide an honest service, understanding the struggle that the immigrant community faces day after day to stay in this country. That is why we will analyze each case free of charge.

You will be able to solve all your doubts and expose the details of your case. Our team of lawyers will look for the best alternative for you.

We have an excellent team committed to provide a very good quality service in real time through our digital platforms.

Our lawyers and paralegals will attend your case through WhatsApp, phone calls or video calls.

Our offices are located at 7950 NW 53rd Street Suite 224, Miami, FL.

Asylum, Family Petitions, Court Representations, U Visa, VAWA Visa, Naturalization, Temporary Protected Status (TPS). Waiver, Cancellation of Removal.

YES. When you start a process with us, you will pay a down payment and you will be able to defer the remaining amount in easy monthly installments. This way your finances will not be affected and you will be able to move forward with peace of mind during your immigration process.

Of course we do, we have the experience to help you at all times, more than 40 years of combined experience and more than 100 successful cases back us up.

You must file a motion for substitution in front of the immigration judge in which you must provide information from your former attorney.

We have an excellent team of paralegals and trainers who will train you so that you can have the necessary security at all times.

Our experience gives us the certainty to tell you everything you should keep in mind during these appointments.

Yes. You can apply for asylum regardless of how you arrived in the country. The important thing is that you do not have any removal process.

We advise you to file within one year of entering the US.

However, if you have not applied for more than one year, you should consult with one of our immigration attorneys who will study your case to determine whether or not you meet any exceptions.

Remember, it all depends on the particularity of your case.

Don’t worry. Our services include the assistance of an interpreter.

Yes. You can include your partner or your unmarried children under the age of 21 as dependents in your asylum application.

It is important to keep in mind that you should bring your family members with you during the asylum interview. If you are granted isolated status, family members included in your application will also receive asylum status (unless they are barred from receiving such status) and will be allowed to remain in the United States.

After the asylum application is filed on Form I-589, the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services office will schedule an appointment at a USCIS Application Support Center for fingerprinting.

In this case it is necessary to be very attentive to the notification because the times are variable.

No. If you have applied for asylum and have not yet received a decision, you should not leave the United States.

Yes. As long as you do not have any type of punishment, your child can file a family petition for you to legally enter the United States.

No. You must wait until you reach the age of majority before the process can be carried out. Remember that the case must also be analyzed in depth to ensure that it does not have any type of prohibitions.

It is a complicated process because it all depends on the type of fault that has been committed. Generally these cases are very difficult, as you must have a clean criminal record, however there may be a way out. We must evaluate your case.

Yes. You may be petitioned but you must file a waiver in addition to the family petition process.

No. In this case it is not necessary because you have not committed any infraction. The Waiver is processed when the person acknowledges that he/she has committed a violation of U.S. law.

No. In this case it is not necessary because you have not committed any infraction. The Waiver is processed when the person acknowledges that he/she has committed a violation of U.S. law.

A U.S. citizen may petition for his or her spouse, children, siblings or parents.

No. Preliminary hearings can be held without the need to attend with an attorney and during this hearing, which generally lasts no more than 10 minutes, only your personal information (your address and contact information) will be verified and the second hearing will be scheduled where you will be required to attend with an immigration attorney.

You should be aware that you are required to notify us of any change of address. If you do not update your information and the judge notifies you of a change of hearing and you do not know about it, you could be deported in absentia.

This could have serious consequences for you. They could even issue a deportation order. It is extremely important that you attend the exact date and time at the indicated location.

After obtaining the U Visa, you must wait 3 years before you can apply for residency. Before this period of time it is impossible to

No. The immigration service (USCIS) has a very specific list of the types of crimes that are valid to apply for the U Visa. If you have been a victim of a criminal act, contact us and we will let you know if you apply.

The U Visa is a protection resource for victims of certain crimes who intend to cooperate with the justice system. This grants temporary legal status and eligibility to work in the country for a period of up to 4 years.

YES. Generally, the victim’s family members (parents, children and spouse) receive the same benefits. That is, they will be allowed to live, work and study legally in the United States.

For some cases in which these family members are outside the United States, they may be eligible to apply for a special permit that would allow them to enter the country legally under the U Visa status.

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