Isabel Schmieta

Understanding Consular Processing for Parents: A Comprehensive Guide

Navigating the immigration process can be complex, overwhelming, and long, especially when you are hoping to bring your loved ones to the United States. For U.S. citizens looking to bring their parents to live with them, consular processing is a common and effective pathway. In this blog, we discuss the path of consular processing for

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Hope Immigration and Tapestri: A Partnership for Positive Change

At Hope Immigration, we are proud to highlight our partnership with Tapestri Inc., a non-profit organization making a real difference in Georgia’s immigrant and refugee community. They have been a great source of support to our team and our clients. What is Tapestri? Tapestri Inc. Georgia-based non-profit organization founded in 1996. Their mission is to

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New Policy Update: Parole for Immigrants with U.S. Citizen Spouses

Some exciting news came from the White House earlier this week that gives us hope for many of those who have been stuck in status limbo or the lengthy process of applying for an I-601A waiver and Consular Processing for an Immigrant Visa. The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced a new policy to promote

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Navigating Eligibility for Spousal Visa Consular Processing: Key Requirements and Tips

When you and your spouse are separated by borders, or there are specific barriers that require your spouse to obtain status while abroad, they may need to navigate consular processing in order to reunite in the United States. Understanding the process and requirements can help make this journey smoother and less stressful. In this blog,

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DACA Updates: Unlocking Opportunities with Advance Parole and Health Insurance

What is DACA? Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) is a policy introduced in 2012 by the Obama administration. It provides temporary protection from deportation and work authorization to certain immigrants—eligible young immigrants who came to the United States as children, often referred to as Dreamers.  Although DACA does not provide permanent lawful status, it

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Understanding the I-751 Petition: A Guide for Conditional Permanent Residents

One of our most common case types is the marriage-based Green Card petition. However, when the couple has been married for under two years at the time of approval, they face an extra step in their immigration journey: the conditional Green Card. In this blog, we talk about the process of removing the conditions of

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Empowering Immigrant Communities: Understanding Georgia House Bill 1105

Georgia House Bill 1105, known as the Georgia Criminal Alien Track and Report Act of 2024, has now been officially signed into law by Governor Brian Kemp. This development has raised significant concerns and questions within immigrant communities across the state. As your trusted immigration advocates, we want to provide you with updated information regarding

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Debunking Misconceptions About Green Card Eligibility: What Happens When a Child Turns 21?

In the world of immigration, there’s a common misconception that when a child turns 21, their parent automatically qualifies for a green card. This originally started after the US had a significant increase in immigration during the mid-1990s when false claims floated around that having US citizen children basically guaranteed access to benefits and green

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Germany’s Dual Citizenship Revolution: A Guide for German Immigrants in the US

Many green card holders may hesitate to become US citizens because of rules about having citizenship in two countries. Even if you’ve lived in the US for a long time, you might still feel strongly connected to your home country, regardless of where you’re from. Letting go of that connection isn’t easy. While the US

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