Our Michigan & California Immigration Petition Attorneys Can Help
The U.S. immigration process is not simple, and can take many years to complete. Even with the complicated immigration process, the U.S. is still a welcoming nation for immigrants — the American Immigration Council reports that about 10% of the people living in Indiana are either immigrants or the children of immigrants.
At Kaur Law PC we understand how important it is to bring your loved ones to the United States as quickly and efficiently as possible. It is our great honor to have helped many families bring their loved ones to the United States. Not only do we have the knowledge and experience to provide high quality legal representation to our clients, but we also have an attorney on our staff that has gone through the immigration process herself. Therefore, we know firsthand how important our services are to our clients and work relentlessly to reunite families as quickly as possible.
If you are in need of an experienced and knowledgeable Michigan or California family immigration attorney contact Kaur Law PC today for an initial consultation at (734) 205-8009. Although we are based in Michigan, our attorneys travel throughout the state of Michigan, the United States, and around the world to assist families with a variety of immigration issues.
Practice Areas
Family Immigration
US Citizenship
United States citizens and permanent residents can assist their qualifying foreign relatives in petitioning for citizenship and permanent residency in the United States. In order for a foreign relative to become a lawful U.S. permanent resident, the following general criteria must be met:
1. The foreign national applying for a visa or green card must have a relative who is either a U.S. citizen or a lawful permanent resident of the United States. The applicant’s relative must be able to show documentation of their status as a U.S. citizen or permanent resident, as well as proof of their relationship to the applicant
2. The applicant’s relative must prove his/her financial income is 125% above the poverty line for his/her entire family, including the applicant. If the relative does not meet this financial criterion, then he/she can become a joint sponsor with another relative, or the applicant’s assets can be taken into account
3. If the applicant’s relative is a U.S. citizen, he/she must prove that the applicant is his/her:
- Child under the age of 21 years
- Spouse
- Unmarried son or daughter over 21 years old
- Married son or daughter (any age)
- Brother or sister of U.S. citizen (if sponsoring relative is at least 21 years old)
- Parent of U.S. citizen (if sponsoring relative is at least 21 years old)
If the applicant’s sponsoring relative is a U.S. permanent resident, he/she must prove that the applicant is his/her:
- Husband or wife
- Unmarried son or daughter of any age
If both the applicant and his/her relative meet these criteria, then the petitioning process can begin.
Immigration Options for Immediate Relatives of U.S. Citizens
“Immediate Relatives” means the parents, spouses and children (who are unmarried and under 21 years of age) of a U.S. citizen. Immediate relatives of a U.S. citizen are able to immigrate to the United States despite any numerical restrictions, unlike other close family members of U.S. citizens and/or permanent residents.
Family Preference Categories
Other family members of U.S. citizens or permanent residents are divided into preference categories. Each preference category is provided only a limited number of immigrants per year to be allowed admission into the United States.
Relatives in these categories must wait for an immigrant visa number to become available according to the following preferences:
First Preference: Unmarried, adult sons and daughters of U.S. citizens. Adult means 21 years of age or older.
Second Preference: Spouses of legal permanent residents, and the unmarried sons and daughters (regardless of age) of legal permanent residents and their children.
Third Preference: Married sons and daughters of U.S. citizens, their spouses and their minor children.
Fourth Preference: Brothers and sisters of adult U.S. citizens, their spouses and their minor children.
K1 Fiancé Visa Attorney
If you want to unite with your loved one and get a visa for your fiancé as soon as possible, then a K1 visa attorney in Michigan can help you develop a strategy to ensure your success. As with all things involving immigration, the exact amount of time it takes to process your loved one’s K1 visa will vary depending on the state you live in and the country your partner is coming from. While this aspect of the process is out of your hands, we can help ensure that all the proper paperwork is filled out and can walk you through the domestic and consular processes necessary to attain the visa you need. To get started, reach out to Kaur Law PC today to discuss how you can apply for a K1 visa in Detroit, Michigan or California.
What is a K-1 (Fiancé) Visa?
A K1 visa is a nonimmigrant visa designed to allow the fiancé of a United States citizen to travel to the US and marry their partner within three months (90 days) of their arrival. Once your foreign fiancé enters the United States and you have your marriage ceremony, he or she can then choose to apply for a green card to adjust their status.
It is important to note that this type of visa for a fiancé does come with some requirements in order to be granted. Kaur Law PC will be able to walk you through the process to ensure everything goes smoothly. Any delay in getting your paperwork completed or any mistake made on the application form could be the difference between you being able to welcome your loved one to their new life in the United States and you having to start over again. Kaur Law PC will guide you in the right direction from start to finish to make sure that this doesn’t happen to you. Beyond filling out documentation, we will be your advocate throughout the case, analyzing everything to ensure your needs are met.
If you are a U.S. citizen, and you wish to marry a foreigner and bring her to the U.S. to become your wife, then a K-1 visa allows you to bring your fiancée here to get married. The K-1 Visa is sometimes referred to as a “fiancée visa”.
Once your fiancée arrives in the U.S. on the K-1 visa, you have 90 days to get married. Once you get married, your fiancé (now wife!) must apply to the USCIS for her Green Card before the 90 days expires [hence, you have 90 days both to get married, and for your wife to apply for her Green Card]. If you do not get married, then your fiancée must leave the U.S. upon expiration of the 90 days.
Requirements:
There are a number of requirements in order to apply for a K-1 visa for your fiancé:
1. You must be a U.S. citizen;
2. You must have met your fiancée in person within the past 2 years;
3. You and your fiancée must be legally free to marry (i.e. single or divorced);
4. You and your fiancée must have a serious intention to marry within 90 days of your fiancée’s arrival in the U.S.
5.You must meet minimum financial requirements;
Two-step process:
The K-1 application procedure is essentially a two-step process:
1. First, you file paperwork with the USCIS (United States Citizenship & Immigration Service) in the U.S., and, once approved, then
2. Your case is sent to the U.S. embassy in your fiancée’s native country. She is asked to fill out paperwork and take a medical exam. She then goes for an interview in the U.S. embassy/consulate, after which her visa is granted.
The entire process takes from 5 to 8 months. That is a general estimate—the exact time would depend on where you live, and the service center and foreign embassy involved in your case.
Requirements to Obtain the K-1 Visa
There are certain requirements that must be met in order to obtain the K-1 visa. Those requirements include the following:
– The person petitioning for the visa must be a United States citizen
– You and your foreign fiancé must be free to legally get married; you must be either single or legally divorced
– You and your fiancé must have first met within the past two years
– You and your fiancé must both have the intention of getting married within 90 days of your fiancé’s arrival in the United States
– You must meet the minimum income and financial requirements to qualify for the K-1 visa
– Your fiancé must not meet any criteria that makes him or her inadmissible to the United States
If your foreign fiancé has children, there are also K-2 visas available. The K-2 visa is for children of a foreign fiancé who are younger than the age of 21 and who are not married.
If you live in or around the Detroit, Michigan area and need to obtain a K-1 marriage or fiancé visa, get in touch with our experienced attorneys who specialize in that area. It’s absolutely essential to have a skilled immigration lawyer on your side to help with your K-1 visa petition. Your attorney is a valuable tool as making a single mistake or having one omission on your petition can result in a delay or even denial of your foreign spouse or fiancé’s visa. Kaur Law PC will assist you through the entire application process from beginning to end, guide you through the supporting documentation needed and review your petition. We will also answer any and all questions you ask. Our attorneys understand that there are many great benefits of US citizenship and will work tirelessly to ensure that you are able to obtain the visa so that your fiancé can stay with you.
The United States immigration process can be complex to navigate on your own. And when it comes to starting a new life with the one you love in America, you don’t want something as simple as misfiled paperwork to cause any delay. With a K1 visa attorney in Detroit, Michigan on your side, you won’t have to wait much longer.
Using years of experience, we’ve helped numerous couples live in the United States by making the K1 visa filing process as streamlined and simple as possible for them. When it comes to collecting the right paperwork and foreseeing any problems along the way, having the legal guidance of an experienced lawyer is invaluable for you and your loved ones. To get started today, reach out to us for a consultation.
Green Card Attorney Ruby Kaur at Kaur Law PC
U.S. citizens and lawful permanent residents (LPRs or green card holders) can petition for certain family members to receive lawful permanent resident status, which will allow them to live and work in the U.S. The process for U.S. citizens and LPRs to file petitions for their spouses to obtain a marriage-based green card. The immigration process for a foreign national married to a U.S. citizen or LPR may be complicated, and the respective immigration process depends on a variety of factors. You may want to seek the assistance of a Michigan green card lawyer such as Kaur Law PC. However, the basic procedures for U.S. citizens or LPRs to petition for their foreign national spouse is explained here to provide you with a general understanding. For an assessment of your situation, or for assistance, please contact the immigration attorneys in our office to schedule a consultation.
Green Card Eligibility
Green card applicants must determine eligibility before beginning the application process. Many applicants apply based on familial relationships, but employment visa holders may also be eligible. Family members are eligible to apply for a green card if they are closely related to a U.S. Citizen or lawful permanent resident. Spouses and children, as well as elderly parents, may apply for a green card based on their relationship to the U.S. citizen. Siblings of a US citizen are eligible if their brother or sister is 21 years of age or older. It is important to note that relatives of LPRs may also qualify for a green card based on their relationship.
Individuals with permanent work visas may apply for a green card. Workers with extraordinary ability, holders of advanced degrees, and skilled employees are eligible. However, preference will be given to employees with advanced degrees and considerable experience.
Refugees and asylees are eligible for an adjustment of status after remaining in the United States for at least a year after they are granted access to the country. Survivors of crimes and human trafficking are eligible if they have the requisite non-immigrant visa. In some situations, abused spouses, parents, and children of a U.S. citizen may apply for a green card by self-petitioning. Kaur Law PC can help someone determine if they are eligible to apply for a green card.
Process Of Obtaining A Green Card
The first step for a U.S. citizen or LPR to sponsor his or her foreign national spouse for LPR status (i.e. a green card) is the filing of Form I-130, Petition for Alien Relative. This petition must be filed with U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) in the U.S. (Note that a very limited number of U.S. Consulates will allow certain U.S. citizens to file this petition directly with the Consulate.) The purpose of this petition is to establish the bona fide nature of the marriage, to confirm that it is a “real” marriage and not one entered into merely for the purpose of obtaining immigration benefits. Once it is determined that the marriage is bona fide and the petition is approved, either USCIS (or the Department of State) must determine whether the foreign national spouse qualifies for LPR status under the law, and whether he or she merits approval. Please note that a foreign national spouse of a U.S. citizen is not entitled to a green card/LPR status; LPR status is considered a discretionary benefit, and unless there are compelling negative factors, discretion is generally favorably exercised, resulting in an approved application.
The rest of the process, which may occur concurrently with the filing of the I-130, depends on a variety of factors. Our dedicated attorneys at Kaur Law PC in Michigan can definitely help someone with the LPR process.
Non-Immigrants Visas
Nonimmigrants are foreign nationals who seek temporary entry to the U.S. for a limited period of time and for a specific purpose. The duration and purpose are determined by the type of nonimmigrant visa.
Immigrant Visa vs. Non-immigrant Visa
A visa is a document that allows someone to be in the U.S. There are two types of visas: immigrant and non-immigrant. Immigrant Visas are for those who permanently live and work in the U.S. Non-immigrant visas provide temporary permission for someone to come to the U.S. for a limited time and particular purpose.
H-1B Visa for Skilled Workers. The H-1B nonimmigrant visa is available for skilled workers who wish to work in the U.S. for U.S.-based companies in industries such as IT, engineering, medicine, accounting, math, and more. This visa is valid for three years with one possible three-year extension.
E Visa for Traders and Investors. The E nonimmigrant visa is available to businesspersons of countries that share a trade treaty with the U.S. The E-1 visa is available for those who engage in the trade of goods, services, or technology or work for a company that does. Similarly, the E-2 visa is available for investors to move to the U.S. for the purpose of investing in and overseeing a business they own. Both E visas can be granted for up to two years with indefinite extensions.
L Visa for Temporary Workers. The L-1 nonimmigrant visa allows a worker to transfer from a company in their native country to its U.S. affiliate, subsidiary, or parent company. There are two types of L-1 visas. The L-1A visa is for those in managerial and executive positions and is valid for up to seven years while the L-1B visa is for employees with specialized knowledge and is valid for up to five years.
Reach out for a consultation today with your Michigan Nonimmigrant Visa Lawyers at Kaur Law PC and we will get you started today!
Contact Kaur Law
Michigan
Phone: (734) 205-8009
43000 W 9 Mile Road
Suite 205
Novi, MI 48375
California:
Phone: (510) 894-1400
38750 Paseo Padre PKWY
Suite A7
Fremont, CA 94536
Multilingual Services
Provided in
• English
• Arabic
• Spanish
• Hindi
• Punjabi
US Citizenship
United States citizens and permanent residents can assist their qualifying foreign relatives in petitioning for citizenship and permanent residency in the United States. In order for a foreign relative to become a lawful U.S. permanent resident, the following general criteria must be met:
1. The foreign national applying for a visa or green card must have a relative who is either a U.S. citizen or a lawful permanent resident of the United States. The applicant’s relative must be able to show documentation of their status as a U.S. citizen or permanent resident, as well as proof of their relationship to the applicant
2. The applicant’s relative must prove his/her financial income is 125% above the poverty line for his/her entire family, including the applicant. If the relative does not meet this financial criterion, then he/she can become a joint sponsor with another relative, or the applicant’s assets can be taken into account
3. If the applicant’s relative is a U.S. citizen, he/she must prove that the applicant is his/her:
- Child under the age of 21 years
- Spouse
- Unmarried son or daughter over 21 years old
- Married son or daughter (any age)
- Brother or sister of U.S. citizen (if sponsoring relative is at least 21 years old)
- Parent of U.S. citizen (if sponsoring relative is at least 21 years old)
If the applicant’s sponsoring relative is a U.S. permanent resident, he/she must prove that the applicant is his/her:
- Husband or wife
- Unmarried son or daughter of any age
If both the applicant and his/her relative meet these criteria, then the petitioning process can begin.
Immigration Options for Immediate Relatives of U.S. Citizens
“Immediate Relatives” means the parents, spouses and children (who are unmarried and under 21 years of age) of a U.S. citizen. Immediate relatives of a U.S. citizen are able to immigrate to the United States despite any numerical restrictions, unlike other close family members of U.S. citizens and/or permanent residents.
Family Preference Categories
Other family members of U.S. citizens or permanent residents are divided into preference categories. Each preference category is provided only a limited number of immigrants per year to be allowed admission into the United States.
Relatives in these categories must wait for an immigrant visa number to become available according to the following preferences:
First Preference: Unmarried, adult sons and daughters of U.S. citizens. Adult means 21 years of age or older.
Second Preference: Spouses of legal permanent residents, and the unmarried sons and daughters (regardless of age) of legal permanent residents and their children.
Third Preference: Married sons and daughters of U.S. citizens, their spouses and their minor children.
Fourth Preference: Brothers and sisters of adult U.S. citizens, their spouses and their minor children.
K1 Fiancé Visa Attorney
If you want to unite with your loved one and get a visa for your fiancé as soon as possible, then a K1 visa attorney in Michigan can help you develop a strategy to ensure your success. As with all things involving immigration, the exact amount of time it takes to process your loved one’s K1 visa will vary depending on the state you live in and the country your partner is coming from. While this aspect of the process is out of your hands, we can help ensure that all the proper paperwork is filled out and can walk you through the domestic and consular processes necessary to attain the visa you need. To get started, reach out to Kaur Law PC today to discuss how you can apply for a K1 visa in Detroit, Michigan or California.
What is a K-1 (Fiancé) Visa?
A K1 visa is a nonimmigrant visa designed to allow the fiancé of a United States citizen to travel to the US and marry their partner within three months (90 days) of their arrival. Once your foreign fiancé enters the United States and you have your marriage ceremony, he or she can then choose to apply for a green card to adjust their status.
It is important to note that this type of visa for a fiancé does come with some requirements in order to be granted. Kaur Law PC will be able to walk you through the process to ensure everything goes smoothly. Any delay in getting your paperwork completed or any mistake made on the application form could be the difference between you being able to welcome your loved one to their new life in the United States and you having to start over again. Kaur Law PC will guide you in the right direction from start to finish to make sure that this doesn’t happen to you. Beyond filling out documentation, we will be your advocate throughout the case, analyzing everything to ensure your needs are met.
If you are a U.S. citizen, and you wish to marry a foreigner and bring her to the U.S. to become your wife, then a K-1 visa allows you to bring your fiancée here to get married. The K-1 Visa is sometimes referred to as a “fiancée visa”.
Once your fiancée arrives in the U.S. on the K-1 visa, you have 90 days to get married. Once you get married, your fiancé (now wife!) must apply to the USCIS for her Green Card before the 90 days expires [hence, you have 90 days both to get married, and for your wife to apply for her Green Card]. If you do not get married, then your fiancée must leave the U.S. upon expiration of the 90 days.
Requirements:
There are a number of requirements in order to apply for a K-1 visa for your fiancé:
1. You must be a U.S. citizen;
2. You must have met your fiancée in person within the past 2 years;
3. You and your fiancée must be legally free to marry (i.e. single or divorced);
4. You and your fiancée must have a serious intention to marry within 90 days of your fiancée’s arrival in the U.S.
5.You must meet minimum financial requirements;
Two-step process:
The K-1 application procedure is essentially a two-step process:
1. First, you file paperwork with the USCIS (United States Citizenship & Immigration Service) in the U.S., and, once approved, then
2. Your case is sent to the U.S. embassy in your fiancée’s native country. She is asked to fill out paperwork and take a medical exam. She then goes for an interview in the U.S. embassy/consulate, after which her visa is granted.
The entire process takes from 5 to 8 months. That is a general estimate—the exact time would depend on where you live, and the service center and foreign embassy involved in your case.
Requirements to Obtain the K-1 Visa
There are certain requirements that must be met in order to obtain the K-1 visa. Those requirements include the following:
– The person petitioning for the visa must be a United States citizen
– You and your foreign fiancé must be free to legally get married; you must be either single or legally divorced
– You and your fiancé must have first met within the past two years
– You and your fiancé must both have the intention of getting married within 90 days of your fiancé’s arrival in the United States
– You must meet the minimum income and financial requirements to qualify for the K-1 visa
– Your fiancé must not meet any criteria that makes him or her inadmissible to the United States
If your foreign fiancé has children, there are also K-2 visas available. The K-2 visa is for children of a foreign fiancé who are younger than the age of 21 and who are not married.
If you live in or around the Detroit, Michigan area and need to obtain a K-1 marriage or fiancé visa, get in touch with our experienced attorneys who specialize in that area. It’s absolutely essential to have a skilled immigration lawyer on your side to help with your K-1 visa petition. Your attorney is a valuable tool as making a single mistake or having one omission on your petition can result in a delay or even denial of your foreign spouse or fiancé’s visa. Kaur Law PC will assist you through the entire application process from beginning to end, guide you through the supporting documentation needed and review your petition. We will also answer any and all questions you ask. Our attorneys understand that there are many great benefits of US citizenship and will work tirelessly to ensure that you are able to obtain the visa so that your fiancé can stay with you.
The United States immigration process can be complex to navigate on your own. And when it comes to starting a new life with the one you love in America, you don’t want something as simple as misfiled paperwork to cause any delay. With a K1 visa attorney in Detroit, Michigan on your side, you won’t have to wait much longer.
Using years of experience, we’ve helped numerous couples live in the United States by making the K1 visa filing process as streamlined and simple as possible for them. When it comes to collecting the right paperwork and foreseeing any problems along the way, having the legal guidance of an experienced lawyer is invaluable for you and your loved ones. To get started today, reach out to us for a consultation.
Green Card Attorney Ruby Kaur at Kaur Law PC
U.S. citizens and lawful permanent residents (LPRs or green card holders) can petition for certain family members to receive lawful permanent resident status, which will allow them to live and work in the U.S. The process for U.S. citizens and LPRs to file petitions for their spouses to obtain a marriage-based green card. The immigration process for a foreign national married to a U.S. citizen or LPR may be complicated, and the respective immigration process depends on a variety of factors. You may want to seek the assistance of a Michigan green card lawyer such as Kaur Law PC. However, the basic procedures for U.S. citizens or LPRs to petition for their foreign national spouse is explained here to provide you with a general understanding. For an assessment of your situation, or for assistance, please contact the immigration attorneys in our office to schedule a consultation.
Green Card Eligibility
Green card applicants must determine eligibility before beginning the application process. Many applicants apply based on familial relationships, but employment visa holders may also be eligible. Family members are eligible to apply for a green card if they are closely related to a U.S. Citizen or lawful permanent resident. Spouses and children, as well as elderly parents, may apply for a green card based on their relationship to the U.S. citizen. Siblings of a US citizen are eligible if their brother or sister is 21 years of age or older. It is important to note that relatives of LPRs may also qualify for a green card based on their relationship.
Individuals with permanent work visas may apply for a green card. Workers with extraordinary ability, holders of advanced degrees, and skilled employees are eligible. However, preference will be given to employees with advanced degrees and considerable experience.
Refugees and asylees are eligible for an adjustment of status after remaining in the United States for at least a year after they are granted access to the country. Survivors of crimes and human trafficking are eligible if they have the requisite non-immigrant visa. In some situations, abused spouses, parents, and children of a U.S. citizen may apply for a green card by self-petitioning. Kaur Law PC can help someone determine if they are eligible to apply for a green card.
Process Of Obtaining A Green Card
The first step for a U.S. citizen or LPR to sponsor his or her foreign national spouse for LPR status (i.e. a green card) is the filing of Form I-130, Petition for Alien Relative. This petition must be filed with U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) in the U.S. (Note that a very limited number of U.S. Consulates will allow certain U.S. citizens to file this petition directly with the Consulate.) The purpose of this petition is to establish the bona fide nature of the marriage, to confirm that it is a “real” marriage and not one entered into merely for the purpose of obtaining immigration benefits. Once it is determined that the marriage is bona fide and the petition is approved, either USCIS (or the Department of State) must determine whether the foreign national spouse qualifies for LPR status under the law, and whether he or she merits approval. Please note that a foreign national spouse of a U.S. citizen is not entitled to a green card/LPR status; LPR status is considered a discretionary benefit, and unless there are compelling negative factors, discretion is generally favorably exercised, resulting in an approved application.
The rest of the process, which may occur concurrently with the filing of the I-130, depends on a variety of factors. Our dedicated attorneys at Kaur Law PC in Michigan can definitely help someone with the LPR process.
Non-Immigrants Visas
Nonimmigrants are foreign nationals who seek temporary entry to the U.S. for a limited period of time and for a specific purpose. The duration and purpose are determined by the type of nonimmigrant visa.
Immigrant Visa vs. Non-immigrant Visa
A visa is a document that allows someone to be in the U.S. There are two types of visas: immigrant and non-immigrant. Immigrant Visas are for those who permanently live and work in the U.S. Non-immigrant visas provide temporary permission for someone to come to the U.S. for a limited time and particular purpose.
H-1B Visa for Skilled Workers. The H-1B nonimmigrant visa is available for skilled workers who wish to work in the U.S. for U.S.-based companies in industries such as IT, engineering, medicine, accounting, math, and more. This visa is valid for three years with one possible three-year extension.
E Visa for Traders and Investors. The E nonimmigrant visa is available to businesspersons of countries that share a trade treaty with the U.S. The E-1 visa is available for those who engage in the trade of goods, services, or technology or work for a company that does. Similarly, the E-2 visa is available for investors to move to the U.S. for the purpose of investing in and overseeing a business they own. Both E visas can be granted for up to two years with indefinite extensions.
L Visa for Temporary Workers. The L-1 nonimmigrant visa allows a worker to transfer from a company in their native country to its U.S. affiliate, subsidiary, or parent company. There are two types of L-1 visas. The L-1A visa is for those in managerial and executive positions and is valid for up to seven years while the L-1B visa is for employees with specialized knowledge and is valid for up to five years.
Reach out for a consultation today with your Michigan Nonimmigrant Visa Lawyers at Kaur Law PC and we will get you started today!
Contact Kaur Law
Michigan
Phone: (248) 946-4033
43000 W 9 Mile Road
Suite 205
Novi, MI 48375
California:
Phone: (510) 894-1400
38750 Paseo Padre PKWY
Suite A7
Fremont, CA 94536
Multilingual Services
Provided in
• English
• Arabic
• Spanish
• Hindi
• Punjabi