Author Archives: Jay Butchko
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 »
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 »
