Form I-290B After an Immigration Denial: Motion to Reopen vs. Motion to Reconsider. . .

September 13, 2026

Receiving a denial from U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) can feel final, but in some cases, you may be...

Can F-1 Students Take a Reduced Course Load Without Losing Status in Illinois?. . .

September 10, 2026

F-1 students generally must maintain a full course of study to remain in lawful student status. But what happens when...

Can a Criminal Charge Affect Your Immigration Status? When an Immigration Opinion Letter May Matter. . .

September 3, 2026

For noncitizens in Chicago and throughout Illinois, an arrest or criminal charge can raise questions that extend far beyond the...

What the Phaseout of Duration of Status Could Mean for F-1 International Students. . .

August 31, 2026

For decades, most international students entering the United States on F-1 visas were admitted for “Duration of Status” (D/S), allowing...

What Is Nunc Pro Tunc in Immigration Law, and When Can It Help Correct a Status Problem?. . .

August 30, 2026

Immigration status problems are not always discovered when they happen. Someone may learn months later that an extension was not...

What Should You Do If Your Biometrics Appointment Notice Arrives After the Scheduled Date?. . .

August 27, 2026

A biometrics appointment is an important step in many immigration applications. During the appointment, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS)...

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