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Immigration Guides & Legal Updates

Plain-English explanations of U.S. immigration law — updated regularly by Attorney Akosua Owusua Kissi and the AB Legal team.

June 3, 2026

Yes, it is possible to sponsor yourself for a green card in the United States, but only through certain immigration categories. Most green card cases

April 11, 2026

An Affidavit of Support, also known as Form I-864, is a legally enforceable document used in financial sponsorship immigration cases.

April 11, 2026

A lawful permanent resident (LPR), commonly known as a green card holder, has legal permission to live and work in

April 11, 2026

EAD renewal refers to the process of extending the validity of an existing Employment Authorization Document (EAD). An EAD is

April 11, 2026

A refugee is a person who has been compelled to leave their country and cannot safely return due to a

April 11, 2026

The Visa Bulletin is a monthly publication that summarizes the availability of immigrant visa numbers. It provides two key sets

April 11, 2026

An Employment Authorization Document (EAD), also referred to as a work permit USA, is a document issued by the Department

April 11, 2026

Form N-400, officially titled the Application for Naturalization, is the document used by lawful permanent residents to apply for U.S.

April 11, 2026

Becoming a U.S. citizen involves both legal obligations and broader civic expectations. These responsibilities are commonly described as part of

April 11, 2026

Understanding the difference between ICE and USCIS is important when navigating U.S. immigration processes. Both agencies operate under the Department

April 11, 2026

The terms deportation and removal are often used interchangeably, but under U.S. immigration law, they have distinct meanings and historical

April 11, 2026

Under U.S. immigration law, certain criminal convictions can result in removal proceedings, which may lead to deportation. These cases often

April 11, 2026

Returning to the United States after deportation is governed by several immigration laws that determine when or whether a person