Immigration Law blog
President Trump has declared Wednesday, December 5th a national mourning day in remembrance of the life and legacy of the late ex-president George H.W. Bush. Following his declaration, USCIS offices across the nation will close on December 5th to observe the national day of mourning. USCIS will reschedule all affected interviews, biometric appointments, and naturalization ceremonies, and notify individuals of their new dates. May the soul of late President H.W Bush rest in peace.Read More
On this Thanksgiving Day, I wish you and your family blessings filled with the joy of Thanksgiving. This Thanksgiving, may we embrace the blessings around us and cherish the moments shared with loved ones. In the spirit of thankfulness, let us gather with hearts full of appreciation for the abundance that enriches our lives. From Law Offices of Osas Iyamu, LLCRead More
Beginning October 1, 2017, USCIS will require in-person interviews for certain green card applications that previously did not need one. This applies to certain immigration benefits that will lead to permanent resident status in the U.S. The Immigration applications that will require an Interview before approval include: Green card applications based on employment Refugee/Asylee Relative Petition filed on behalf of beneficiaries already in the U.S. USCIS plans to gradually expand its interview requirements to other types of immigration applications and benefits. This will include those not currently affected. The goal of this change is to improve the detection and prevention…Read More
Trump’s Administration Rescinds DACA Program On September 5th, 2017, President Trump's administration rescinded/terminated President Barack Obama's DACA Program, established in 2012, amidst criticisms. According to President Trump, he will revisit the issue if Congress is unable to come up with an immigration solution within six months. Key Changes for Current DACA Recipients The U.S. Department of Homeland Security has indicated the following: 1. Current DACA recipients will be permitted to retain both the period of deferred action and their work authorization documents until they expire unless terminated or revoked before their expiration. 2. A DACA recipient whose benefits expired on…Read More
Dreamers are undocumented immigrants whom their parents brought to the U.S. as children, and they see the U.S. as their only home. President Obama in 2012 through executive action granted protection from deportation through the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals [DACA] Allowing these Dreamers to continue making positive contributions in their communities and the U.S. through education, military service, and productive careers is essential. During his election campaign, President-elect Donald Trump promised to end President Obama’s executive action that protects Dreamers from deportation. Following this promise would have serious negative consequences for the U.S., which has invested significantly in…Read More
Happy New Year from Law Offices of Osas Iyamu, LLC! May this year bring you smooth transitions, exciting opportunities, and success in your immigration process. Cheers to a bright future! Read More
Wishing our current, future, and past clients, as well as fellow attorneys, our well-wishers and contributors a happy holiday season and a blessed 2017.Read More
A U.S. permanent resident who gives birth abroad may return with the child without needing to file any immigration application or visa.A child can enter the U.S. as a permanent resident if they meet the following requirements: The accompanying parent is a lawful permanent resident of the U.S. The child will seek admission to the U.S. with the returning resident parent on their first trip after birth. The child will enter the U.S. with the returning resident parent before turning 2 years old. The returning resident parent is coming back to the U.S. after a temporary absence, and officials find…Read More