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How to Find a Job If You’re a U.S. Immigrant

With an unemployment rate lower than 4 percent in 2018, foreigners who are allowed to work in the United States are finding a lot of job opportunities. A 2017 survey conducted by CareerBuilder.com, a popular internet job board, indicated that one third of American employers specifically look for foreign-born applicants to fill vacant positions at …Read More

What Merit-Based Immigration Means

Since early 2018, the topic of merit-based immigration has been making headlines in the United States thanks to a proposal presented by the White House and strongly supported by President Donald Trump, who believes the current system, which partly favors family-based immigration, is broken. Trump’s proposal would include giving priority to a merit or points-based …Read More

How to Obtain a Visa to Study in the United States

Of all the visa programs made available by the U.S. Department of State, the various programs for academic study and exchange enjoy the most support. The visas obtained for the purpose of studying in the U.S. are all in the non-immigrant category, and there are four different types. F Student Visas Any learning activity undertaken …Read More

5 Types of Marriage That Aren’t Acceptable for Immigration

Many immigration attorneys in the United States will agree that the process of marriage-based petitions for permanent residence is straightforward, at least when compared to other forms of immigration. The concept of marriage may be international, but its nature and legality are not universal. Not all marriages will be considered valid under the policy manual …Read More

How to Obtain a Permanent Resident Name Change

In the United States, the green card issued to permanent residents serves purposes beyond indicating their legal immigration status. The biographic data contained in this document also makes it an official form of identification. To this effect, green card holders are legally required to keep their personal information up to date. Whenever permanent residents undergo …Read More

Attempted Crackdown on Maternity Tourism in the United States

An interesting effect of the controversial Trump administration is that certain immigration topics are becoming known for the first time to many people in the United States. Due to the draconian immigration policies and the colorful language often used by President Trump, terms such as “anchor babies,” “chain migration,” and “birth tourism” are now reported …Read More

4 Major Benefits of Dual Citizenship

Dual citizenship status, also known as dual nationality, is a legal and civil condition that allows individuals to access and enjoy certain benefits offered by sovereign jurisdictions. In essence, dual citizenship is obtained by foreigners who immigrate to another country that will allow them to retain their birthright nationality when they become naturalized citizens. Many …Read More

New Marijuana State Laws Do Not Protect Immigrants or Foreigners

Although various jurisdictions in the United States have enacted statutes to allow the medical and recreational use of cannabis, this herb is still considered a controlled substance at the federal level, which means tourists, immigrants, and other foreigners who visit the U.S. on various visas should exercise caution regarding marijuana. Some San Diego immigration lawyers …Read More

KS Visa Law Named One of the Top 3 Immigration Lawyers in San Diego

Each year, Three Best Rated® chooses the top local businesses that provide the most excellent service to their customers and clients. This year, Kazmi & Sakata Attorneys at Law have been selected as one of the top 3 immigration lawyers in San Diego, CA. We are very proud of this achievement, earned through our tireless …Read More

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