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Plain-English explanations of U.S. immigration law — updated regularly by Attorney Akosua Owusua Kissi and the AB Legal team.
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
Deportation, also known as removal proceedings, is a legal process in which the U.S. government seeks to remove a noncitizen
Voluntary departure is a legal option available during removal proceedings that allows a person to leave the United States at
Cancellation of removal is a form of immigration court relief available to certain individuals who are already in removal proceedings.
Marriage to a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident can affect certain immigration processes. However, under U.S. immigration law, marriage-based
In U.S. immigration law, individuals facing deportation may present legal arguments or applications known as defenses against deportation. These defenses
An ICE arrest refers to the detention of an individual by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) when authorities suspect
The deportation process in the United States can vary significantly depending on the circumstances of a case. Deportation, also known
Deportation is a legal process used by the United States government to remove certain noncitizens from the country. The process
The United States legal system includes multiple types of courts that handle different kinds of cases. Two commonly discussed systems
In U.S. immigration law, the terms visa overstay and unlawful presence describe different types of immigration status violations. Although the
Missing an immigration court hearing can have serious legal consequences during removal proceedings. When a person fails to attend a
Receiving a Notice to Appear (NTA) can be a significant step in the U.S. immigration process. An NTA immigration document