Joint Sponsorship for a Marriage Green Card: Key Details

Joint Sponsorship: Applying for a marriage green card can feel like navigating a maze, but when your spouse’s income doesn’t quite meet the requirements, it’s time to call in some reinforcements—a joint sponsor! If you’re wondering when and why this extra help is needed, here’s the scoop (with a sprinkle of humor to keep things light).
Marriage Green Card Application Denied: What is The Next Step?

Marriage Green Card Application Denied: Finding out that your marriage based green card application has been denied can feel like a gut punch, but it’s not the end of the road. Think of it as a temporary detour, not a permanent stop. Here’s what you need to know if you’re facing this situation and how you can get back on track.
Green Card Application : How to Prove a Bona-Fide Marriage

Green Card Application: When applying for a marriage-based green card, one of the most important elements you’ll need to prove is that your marriage is genuine or, as immigration law refers to it, a “bona fide marriage.” But how do you prove that your marriage isn’t just about the green card, but about the love, the life, and maybe even the Netflix password you now share? Essentially, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) wants to ensure that your marriage wasn’t entered to obtain a green card.
Green Card Expired: Applying for Naturalization

Green Card expiration doesn’t strip you of your permanent residency in the U.S. While it might pose inconveniences for travel or employment verification, your path to citizenship remains open. You can still apply for naturalization with an expired Green Card. Immigration law doesn’t require a current Green Card to establish eligibility for citizenship, ensuring that […]
Avoiding Scams and Frauds in the Diversity Visa Lottery Process

The Diversity Visa (DV) Lottery is a fantastic opportunity for individuals from underrepresented countries to apply for a U.S. green card. However, this opportunity also attracts scammers and fraudsters looking to exploit hopeful immigrants. At AKN Immigration, we want to help you navigate the process safely and successfully. This guide will provide the information you need to avoid scams and fraud in the DV Lottery process.
Immigration Relief Options: Understanding Your Legal Paths

immigration court, individuals facing removal may have access to various forms of relief. These options include Asylum for those who can demonstrate persecution or a well-founded fear of persecution in their home country based on certain criteria. Cancellation of removal is another avenue available to permanent and non-permanent residents who meet specific residency and moral character requirements.
President Biden’s New Parole-in-Place Program

On June 18, 2024, President Biden announced executive action in the form of a new Parole in Place program for certain spouses of U.S. citizens. Parole in place is an immigration provision that allows certain noncitizens, who are already in the U.S. without a lawful entry or admission, to apply for lawful permanent residence without having to leave the country. This process is particularly crucial for maintaining family unity by avoiding long and stressful separations that traditional immigration procedures often entail.
One Year of Advocacy: Thank You for Trusting AKN Immigration.

Celebrating One Year of Advocacy! We are thrilled to mark AKN Immigration’s one-year anniversary and extend our heartfelt gratitude to all our wonderful clients. It has been an absolute honour and privilege to represent you and advocate for your immigration needs. Throughout the past year, we have had the incredible opportunity to hear your unique stories and help you achieve your immigration goals. Additionally, your unwavering trust in us has been the foundation of our success, and we cannot thank you enough for allowing us to serve you.
The DV Lottery: What can you do to win the Diversity Visa Lottery with your family?

The Green Card Lottery, officially known as the Diversity Immigrant Visa Program, is an annual opportunity for individuals from countries with low immigration rates to the United States to apply for a U.S. permanent resident card. Here’s a comprehensive guide to the program, including when it happens, how to potentially increase your odds of winning, entry frequency, financial requirements, and disqualifications.
The DV Lottery : A Comprehensive Guide

TThe DV Lottery, also known as the Diversity Lottery or the Green Card Lottery, is a program initiated by the United States government. Specifically, it aims to offer up to 55,000 immigrant visas each year to individuals from countries with minimal immigration rates to the United States. Moreover, the DV Lottery is managed by the Department of State and operates under the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA). Consequently, this program allows eligible applicants to obtain legal permanent residency in the U.S.