Day: November 12, 2025

Must-Know Facts About the SB-1 Returning Resident Visa

To qualify for an SB-1 Returning Resident Visa, you must be a lawful permanent resident (LPR) or conditional resident who has remained outside the United States for more than a year, or beyond the validity of your re-entry permit. You must also show that you left the U.S. intending to return and did not abandon […]

USCIS Expands Automatic Extensions for Employment Authorization Cards (EADs)

On October 27, the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) announced that certain renewal applicants for Employment Authorization Documents (EADs) may now qualify for automatic extensions of their expiring work authorization while their renewal applications are under review. Eligible applicants will automatically receive up to 180 days of extended work authorization, including individuals with Temporary […]

Self-Made. Self-Petitioned. No RFE. H-1B Approved

Background At Green Card Link, our immigration attorneys recently assisted a highly skilled professional on an H-1B visa who encountered an unexpected career challenge after being laid off from his position. With only 60 days left in his grace period to secure a new sponsoring employer, the situation demanded immediate and strategic action. Refusing to […]

Green Card Denial Options: Motions, Appeals, and Waivers Explained

Green Card Denial: Common Reasons and What to Do Next Receiving a denial after dedicating months—or even years—to the green card process can feel overwhelming. The emotional and financial investment makes it a difficult setback, but a denial is not necessarily the end of the journey. Understanding the reasons behind green card denials and learning […]

Green Card Consular Processing: Timeline, Fees, and Step-by-Step Guide

Consular Processing for a U.S. Green Card: A Complete Guide Consular processing is one of the primary methods for obtaining a U.S. green card. This pathway allows the beneficiary of an approved family-based, employment-based, or other qualifying immigration petition to apply for an immigrant visa directly through a U.S. Department of State consulate or embassy […]

Key Points to Know About EB-3 Sponsorship for Small Businesses

EB-3 sponsorship gives small businesses the opportunity to fill vital positions that U.S. workers are unable or unwilling to take. Before moving forward, employers must complete the PERM labor certification, which involves proving the prevailing wage, conducting required job advertisements, and meeting other Department of Labor (DOL) standards. While small businesses can technically sponsor employees […]

How to Reinstate Your Green Card After Abandonment: SB-1 Returning Resident Visa Guide

Green Card Abandonment: Risks, Re-Entry Permits, and How to Protect Your Status Green Card Abandonment: What You Need to Know Many lawful permanent residents (LPRs) are surprised to learn they can face green card abandonment or cancellation without realizing it. Each year, countless U.S. green card holders travel abroad, unaware that their actions could jeopardize […]

How to Apply for a Social Security Card Using Form SS-5

If you are transitioning from a U.S. green card holder to a U.S. citizen, one of the important steps in the process is obtaining your Social Security card. To do this, you’ll need to complete Form SS-5 (Application for a Social Security Card) from the Social Security Administration (SSA). After filling out the form, you […]