U.S. Immigration Law: The Big Picture

Clearing up a common source of confusion about U.S. immigration status.

Myths, facts, and statistics about illegal immigrants' status in the United States.

U.S. immigration law contains many harsh penalties for making false statements on immigration applications.

Many people wonder what they can do to show that they are a good person when submitting an application for an immigration benefit or when defending against deportation.

Foreign government officials in the U.S. enjoy some protection from prosecution, but not in all matters.

In immigration law terms, there's no such thing as a "temporary green card." However, it comes up as a slang expression for what's known as "conditional residence" in the United States.

The U.S. Supreme Court says immigration regulation is an exclusive responsibility of the federal government. Find out details here.

No, you can't get a refund -- and other answers to common questions about immigration filing fees.

You may be required to submit a translation along with a non-English certificate. Find out the appropriate format.

What to do when the certificate or document you need for your application cannot be found.

RFEs can cause anxiety and worry for immigration applicants. Learn how to act swiftly in responding to an RFE.

You have a right to see copies of what materials the U.S. immigration authorities have on you.

If you need to visit a U.S. consulate or embassy in order to apply for a visa or green card, but none exists in your country, what do you do?

Need someone to translate from your own language to English when applying for a green card? You might need to bring that person with you.

A summary of the health, security, criminal, and other grounds upon which anyone can be denied a visa or green card.

Arranging for third-country processing of a K-1 visa in situation where there is risk to a homosexual applicant in the home country.