The Law Offices of Michael J. Gurfinkel

10/26/2026

NO MORE TRAVEL FOR ADVANCED PAROLE, OR ELSE…! It is now risky to travel outside the US on advanced parole. If you do, you could be banned from returning for at least 10 years. This is a radical change from the way things were for the past 14 years. Watch this video for answers

It is now risky to travel outside the US on advanced parole. If you...

10/23/2026

THE NOVEMBER 2026 PRIORITY DATES ARE OUT! If you have immigration questions or concerns, and would like to have a Phone or In-Person Consultation with Atty. Michael J. Gurfinkel, now would be the best time to call (866) 487-3465 to book your appointment. Don’t delay the process of your American Dream!

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10/23/2026

NEW DANGERS AT AIRPORTS FOR DOMESTIC TRAVEL! It used to be considered "safe" for people with immigration issues to travel within the US. But recent reports are that US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) are apprehending people who are flying domestically. This includes people who are out of status, with pending adjustment applications, denials due to fraud or other situations.

If you are planning to fly within the US and are concerned, watch this video for information and answers.

It used to be considered "safe" for people with immigration issues ...

10/21/2026

ALIEN INDICTED FOR ILLEGAL VOTING! Voting in federal elections is perhaps one of the worst immigration violations any noncitizen can commit, including lawful permanent residents. If you vote in a federal election and are not a U.S. citizen, you are blacklisted for life, with no waivers available.

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Therefore, in the upcoming elections, if you are not a U.S. citizen, make sure you do not vote in the federal elections.

10/20/2026

Public Service Announcement from the U.S. Embassy: “Using fake documents or misrepresenting facts can result to a lifetime ban from entering the United States…” 🇺🇸

10/19/2026

YOUR TANONG, MY SAGOT: From Pirata: Good day Atty. I have a tourist visa. I need to go to my mom, a U.S. citizen, 74 years old, diabetic with memory loss so I can take care of her because she’s living there alone by herself. Can I apply for adjustment of status while taking care of my mom?

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10/16/2026

DUE TO THE HIGH DEMAND FROM OUR KABABAYANS IN HAWAII, Atty. Michael J. Gurfinkel finally goes to Hawaii this November 24 (FULL), 25 (FULL), 27 & 30. So if you have any immigration issues or concerns and would like to have an In-Person Consultation, hurry and call (866) 487-3465 to book an appointment. Visit gurfinkel.com for more details. HURRY AS SLOTS ARE GOING FAST!

10/15/2026

TRUMP ATTACKS BIRTHRIGHT CITIZENSHIP AGAIN! (PART 1) …the bottom line is that if a woman is pregnant, she may have difficulty in either obtaining a visitor visa or, upon arrival in the U.S., the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) may believe she’s coming to give birth and could perhaps send her “airport to airport.”

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But this executive order shows Trump is not giving up on trying to attack or limit citizenship for children born in the U.S. to visitors.

10/14/2026

The Trump administration is preparing to revoke the B1/B2 visitor visa of more than 200,000 people who entered the U.S. as a visitor and later applied for political asylum. While visa revocation does not mean that a person will be automatically place in removal proceedings , it can create serious immigration problems and may affect future applications, travel, and a person's ability to ultimately obtain a U.S. visa. Watch this video to learn more.

10/13/2026

YOUR TANONG, MY SAGOT: From Analiza: “My son is a U.S. citizen. He petitioned me last May 2026. I am 68 years old. I have a tourist visa and just got back July 30 in the Philippines. I want to go back next year or Christmas to visit my son’s family Is it OK for me to travel back to the U.S. if I have a pending petition? Watch the video for Attorney Gurfinkel’s answer.

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