Author Archives: Jay Butchko

US Immigration Policy Hinges On A Supreme Court Decision
While the President of the United States has considerable control over immigration policy in this country, he is still held accountable by the other legislative branches – namely the Supreme Court. This is a lesson Biden is having to come to terms with as he makes his case to SCOTUS in late 2022. The… Read More »

The US Immigrant Population Is Surging At An Incredible Rate
More immigrants are becoming citizens than ever before. This is good news for anyone who plans to become a citizen in the near future, as it indicates that the US government is processing green card applications at a fast rate. Wait times may be lower than in previous years, and the statistics show that… Read More »

USCIS Offers Basic Help As Indians Protest “Immigration Discrimination” In Silicon Valley
While many people are suffering due to big tech layoffs, immigrant workers are experiencing perhaps the greatest levels of confusion. These individuals have received H1B visas that are specifically catered towards skilled workers, but they are now discovering that their options are extremely limited after being terminated from positions at companies like Facebook, Twitter,… Read More »

Immigration Scams You Need To Be Aware Of
Hopeful US immigrants are some of the most vulnerable people in the entire nation. It is their hope that makes them such promising targets for scam artists, as these criminals know that migrants are often willing to do just about anything in order to stay in the nation. Some of these scams are quite… Read More »

How To Consult With A US-Based Immigration Attorney Without Leaving Your Country
If you’re trying to emigrate to the United States, high-quality legal assistance is necessary. The only problem is that all of the most qualified immigration attorneys are located in the United States. So how do you meet with these professionals and get the guidance you need if you’re not even allowed to cross the… Read More »

How To Choose The Right Immigration Attorney
Choosing the right immigration attorney can be tricky. For starters, these professionals are in high demand. With legal immigration reaching new heights in 2022, more people are working with these professionals than ever before. Secondly, most people who seek help from immigration lawyers have virtually no understanding of immigration laws in the United States…. Read More »

What Is TPS Eligibility?
When dealing with the US immigration system, it often seems like there’s no shortage of confusing terms and acronyms. One of these acronyms is “TPS,” which stands for Temporary Protected Status. But what exactly does this term mean? Can it help with your immigration journey? And perhaps most importantly, how do you know if… Read More »

Canada Might Drop The Safe Third Country Agreement – What This Means For US Migrants
The United States and Canada are close allies when it comes to the security of the entire North American continent. They have joint military bases that ensure the protection of this continent – especially in areas like Alaska and the Yukon Territories – regions that are essentially a stone’s throw from Russian territory. The… Read More »

How Could The Outcome Of The Midterms Affect Immigration In The United States?
As the United States prepares for the midterms, many are wondering how the outcome might affect immigration policy across the nation. It is no secret that both parties have very different ideas when it comes to immigration, and the victory of one party over the other could drastically change the way borders and migrants… Read More »

How Long Do You Have To Wait For A US Visa?
There’s no question about it: Visa applicants in the United States face serious wait times. But how long do you have to wait? Weeks? Months? Years? At the end of the day, your wait times depend on a number of factors, including what type of visa you’re applying for, where you’re coming from, and… Read More »