Author Archives: Jay Butchko
US Student Visas: The Benefit Of Planning Ahead
The United States is home to some of the most prestigious and widely-respected universities on the planet. Names like Harvard and Stanford are known around the world, and it never hurts to have these Ivy League institutions on your resume. On the other hand, Florida has some of the most affordable four-year degrees in… Read More »
Sudden Surge Of Venezuelan Migrants Sparks Serious Questions For US Immigration
Over the past few years, there has been a serious increase in the number of Venezuelan migrants attempting to gain entry into the United States. Why? Because they are facing serious issues in their own country due to political unrest and economic pressures. Statistics show that Venezuelan immigrants to the United States have tripled… Read More »
What You Need To Know About Green Card Price Increases
Getting your hands on a green card is one of the best feelings imaginable for a new immigrant to the United States. When you receive this document, your immigration journey is finally over – and you can relax. But green cards aren’t free, and there are a number of fees and costs that you… Read More »
Immigration Detention Center Blaze Kills Dozens Of People
The southern border is reeling from yet another controversy. On March 28th, it was reported that dozens of migrants had lost their lives in a fire at a detention center. The number of reported casualties appears to be rising. An investigation has been launched, and some argue that the authorities could have done more… Read More »
It’s Easier Than Ever For Exploited Migrant Workers To Stay In The Country
Migrant workers can be exploited in many different ways. Some have their passports confiscated. Others are threatened with deportation unless they accept poor working conditions. Some are subjected to unsafe environments – ones that a normal US worker would never be asked to operate in. Many exploited migrant workers are injured in accidents –… Read More »
Can You “Win” US Citizenship?
Sometimes, it seems like pursuing US citizenship is a bit of a lottery. The wait times are excessive, and the backlogs are tiresome. Some people wait years before they get their green cards, while others have waited decades. Some give up entirely, heading back to their home countries after being utterly dissuaded from making… Read More »
Migrant Sponsorship Program Causes Major Controversy
The United States often comes up with new programs in order to improve its immigration system. Of course, the definition of “improve” depends entirely on the administration currently in office. The prior administration saw a border wall as an improvement, while the current administration sees an increased level of migration as a positive sign…. Read More »
Is It Easier To Enter The USA Through The Canadian Border?
If you’re thinking about crossing into the United States, you might be wondering whether the Canadian border might offer an easier entry point. You’re not alone in this logic, and many migrants have entered Canada only to immediately attempt to cross the northern border into the United States. But is this really the best… Read More »
Biden’s Immigration Reform Plan Explained
After Biden’s State of the Union Address, the conversation on immigration has once again shifted to the administration’s immigration bill – also known informally as the “dreamer bill” in some circles. Although this framework was first revealed on Biden’s very first day in office, it has gone through many changes since then. Now, it… Read More »
Common US Immigration Scams To Watch Out For
Unfortunately, people who want to immigrate to the United States are some of the most vulnerable people in the world when it comes to scams. The reason is simple: Many people are quite desperate to live in the United States – to the point where they will seize upon virtually any opportunity that presents… Read More »
