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  • 5 Policy Changes Which Affect Legal Immigrants in 2019

    President Donald Trump aimed to reduce legal immigration and increase the Department of Homeland Security’s (DHS) authority to ensure the immigration laws are followed last year. There are some changes and updates to immigration policy which are punitive in nature, while others aid foreigners in obtaining immigration benefits such as naturalization , permanent residency, and extensions for visas . ...
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  • How to Prepare for a Visit from the ICE

    One of the most terrifying moments for any immigrant is a knock on the door from immigration agents, also known as ICE. Not only does this have the potential to put you in an incredibly dangerous position, it can put your family in a vulnerable position as well. This is why our Phoenix immigration lawyers of Kanu & Associates, P.C. want to ensure you know your rights, so you can handle an ICE ...
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  • If I Have an Application Pending with USCIS, Can I Travel Outside of the U.S.?

    When you are in limbo with U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, you may be concerned about any limitations you may be facing. Travelling is particularly restricted. Our Phoenix immigration lawyers of Kanu & Associates, P.C. believe it is best you remain as cautious as possible, as you don’t want the smallest move to throw off your application process. When it comes to a pending application ...
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  • DACA is Ending, But Congress Can Save It

    Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals, also known as DACA, is an Obama-administration program which offered protection to nearly 800,000 undocumented immigrants who were brought to the United States as children. Unfortunately, this program is at risk of coming to an end, and it is up to Congress to put a stop to it. They have until April 2018 to decide the program’s future, as well as that of its ...
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  • Update on H-1B Visa Petition

    The H-1B Visa is a program that allows companies in the United States to employ foreign workers, temporarily. The specific occupations addressed in this Visa are those that necessitate the “theoretical and practical application of a body of highly specialized knowledge and a bachelor’s degree or higher in the specific specialty, or its equivalent”, according to the USCIS. These occupations are ...
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  • What is in the "Buy American, Hire American" Executive Order?

    President Trump signed the “Buy American, Hire American” executive order, dedicated to making it more difficult for skilled foreign workers to obtain visas. This order also directs the federal government to disallow foreign contractors from bidding on federal projects. He stated, “The policy of our government is to aggressively promote and use American-made goods and to ensure that American labor ...
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  • Trump's New Executive Order on Travel

    On March 6 th , President Trump released an Executive Order on immigration and travel. This Executive Order, titled Protecting the Nation from Foreign Terrorist Entry Into The United States, is comprised of 16 sections. This order infamously garnered plenty of news attention for a number of reasons, most prominently highlighted in the first section. In the order, he calls for an immediate, 90-day ...
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  • Ways to Halt Deportation

    Facing deportation is one of the most frightening experiences of any immigrant’s life, and it should be met with swift, aggressive, and experienced legal representation. The moment you are facing possible deportation, you need to enlist in the help of a Phoenix immigration attorney you can rely on to treat you case like his or her own. If you are facing the possibility of deportation, you still ...
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  • How Long Can I Stay in the U.S. on a Visitor Visa?

    If you have been granted a visitor visa for the United States, you may be wondering how long you are legally allowed to stay in this country. Visitor visas are generally for those who need to stay in the United States for an extended period of time but will eventually be returning to their home country. There are two kinds of visitor visas: B1 and B2 Visas, for business or pleasure, and J Visas, ...
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  • Who Is Eligible for Asylum in the United States?

    Political asylum is the protection granted by a nation to someone who has left their native country as a refugee. In doing so, the hosting nation offers shelter and support to those who need it most. If you are frightened to live in your country for various reasons, including religious or political persecution, you can request asylum in the United States. However, the eligibility regulations for ...
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  • About the Memorandum to Federal Prosecutors

    On April 12, 2017, the Department of Justice released a memorandum to federal prosecutors regarding immigration , potentially affection millions of lives in the United States and beyond. Attorney General Jeff Sessions announced a renewed pledge to intensify criminal immigration enforcement. Transportation or harboring undocumented immigrants, illegal re-entry, and aggravated identity theft were ...
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  • What Happens if There is a Government Shutdown?

    In the case of a government shutdown, there will be countless impacts across the nation--most notably, immigration . Because immigration is an essential department in the United States government, it comes as no surprise that many immigrants may fear the prospect of having their cases halted, or worse. While a government shutdown is an entirely undesirable event that should be avoided at all ...
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  • E2 Visa Denials

    Any sort of denial during the immigration process is undesirable, and our Phoenix immigration attorneys want to do everything we can to prevent it from happening to you. Unfortunately, however, denials are often a part of the journey to citizenship--one of the most common is an E2 Visa denial. An E2 Visa is for treaty investors, and you are only granted one if you are a national of an E2 treaty ...
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  • Know Your Rights if ICE Visits Your Home

    Perhaps one of the most frightening moment of many people’s lives is when ICE, also known as immigration agents, visit your home. That deafening knock can send shivers down your spine, as it can lead to a legal slippery slope. If ICE visits your home, there are a few specific practices you and your family should absolutely be aware of, in order to best protect yourselves until you have the proper ...
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  • What to Bring to Your Naturalization Interview

    Applying for naturalization is a lengthy process, and one of the most vital aspects of this journey is your naturalization interview. There are a number of questions, tests, and queries you must fulfill to the satisfaction of your USCIS representative in order to move forward in the course of immigration . While answering these questions may seem like a daunting task, it doesn’t have to be if you ...
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  • The K1 Visa Interview

    The K1 Visa interview is one of the most vital steps of the entire immigration process. This interview takes place when an engaged couple is looking to marry in the United States, resulting in one party becoming a United States citizen by proxy. Whether you are the legalized citizen in the relationship or not, it is essential you take this interview seriously, as it can very well determine whether ...
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  • Part 3: The 10 Myths of U.S. Immigration Law

    In Part 1 and Part 2 of this series, we explored myths regarding immigration law in the United States. We finish out this series by looking at three more common myths that are important to clear up. MYTH #8: The Immigration Laws Are Clear, As Long As My Paperwork Is Filed Correctly, I Can’t Lose My Case If you hire ANYONE to help you with your immigration situation, beware of attorneys or ...
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  • Part 2: The 10 Myths of U.S. Immigration Law

    Last week we discussed common misunderstanding of U.S. Immigration Law. This week we look at more myth that could use some clarification. MYTH #5: Once You Have Collected The Correct Paperwork For Your Immigrant Workers, You Can’t Get In Trouble With The Government Many employers find it helpful to use immigrants to fill positions they find it hard to fill with American citizens or Lawful ...
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  • Part 1: The 10 Myths of U.S. Immigration Law

    You’re about to discover the little-known strategies that can save you from needless heartaches and protect your future. If you are an immigrant, a friend or family member of an immigrant who needs our services, it’s likely you are frightened, unsure or worried about your future and concerned about money. There is a lot of misinformation out there from well-meaning family, friends and online ...
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  • Crimes That Can Lead to the Loss of Your Green Card

    Immigration authorities in the U.S. place a heavy emphasis on evaluating every person petitioning for citizenship. As such, it is important that you have a clean criminal record. Are you currently in the process of obtaining your green card? A crime on your record can halt the process entirely and even put you at risk for deportation. Being convicted of a crime severely threatens your legal ...
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