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Bringing a brother or sister to live permanently in the United States is possible—but only for U.S. citizens, not Green Card holders. Under U.S. immigration law, sponsoring a sibling is one of the longest and most backlogged family immigration processes. Green Card holders (lawful permanent residents) are not allowed to sponsor siblings.Only U.S. citizens who are at least 21 […]

The U.S. State Department has released its December 2025 Visa Bulletin, bringing encouraging progress for thousands of immigrants seeking lawful permanent residency. Several family-based and employment-based categories have advanced, allowing more applicants to file their paperwork or move closer to green card approval. Why This Update Matters The monthly visa bulletin is a critical resource for

Traveling abroad is one of the biggest perks of living in the United States. But for lawful permanent residents (LPRs), even a simple overseas trip can turn into a major problem if it’s not planned correctly. According to the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), the most common reason Green Card holders lose their status

Applying for a U.S. Green Card? The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has warned that even a single mistake on Form I-485 can lead to rejection or long processing delays. In a post on X (formerly Twitter), USCIS said, “Applicants MUST properly complete Form I-485 per the form instructions.” The agency highlighted the Public Charge Inadmissibility section (Part 9) as

Starting October 29, 2025, the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) will stop accepting paper checks and money orders for all immigration and visa application fees. From that date onward, all payments must be made digitally — a move designed to make the process faster, safer, and more convenient. What This Means for You If you’re submitting a paper-based application, you’ll now

The United States is preparing to introduce a major change in how it tracks the movement of non-citizens across its borders — a move that will significantly affect foreign nationals and even lawful permanent residents (Green Card holders). Beginning December 26, 2025, the US government will require all non-citizens, including Green Card holders with a valid green card,

After two weeks of being in Immigration and Customs Enforcement custody, DREAMer and Daniela Vargas, 22, was recently released, according to her attorney. Vargas was detained by immigration agents after a public appearance in early March where she was critical of Immigration and Customs Enforcement’s recent raids across the United States. Vargas spoke out about

The U.S. Department of State has released the November 2025 Visa Bulletin, the latest update to the green card waiting list. This monthly bulletin visa USA helps green card applicants to understand how long they may need to wait to apply and receive approval. In the U.S. Visa Bulletin, two key terms determine your next steps

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is preparing to introduce a new rule that could tighten eligibility for employment-based green cards, especially for high-skilled foreign professionals. According to a Forbes report, the proposal aims to revise how individuals with extraordinary ability, outstanding professors, and researchers qualify for permanent residency. The rule could be published as early as January 2026.

In Chicago, a 60-year-old lawful permanent resident, Rueben Antonio Cruz, was fined $130 after Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents discovered he wasn’t carrying his Green Card during a routine stop. While Cruz was not detained, his case has reignited attention on a long-ignored law that’s now being strictly enforced, according to reports by NBC Chicago and