Law Offices of Leila Moulana

10/20/2023

Effective today, Israeli nationals can apply for visa free travel to the U. S. through the visa waiver program. Contact me for a consultation to see if you are eligible 🇺🇸

10/04/2023

Take advantage of the Green Card lottery if you are not otherwise eligible for permanent residence. The requirements are very specific so make sure to follow the guidelines on the State Department website or contact me for representation 🇺🇸

09/27/2023

Make sure to consult with an experienced immigration attorney before you attend your interview to ensure you have the relevant documents relating to your specific case. Contact me for a consultation 🇺🇸

09/01/2023

Certain family members of U.S. citizens, including spouses and unmarried children under 21, can obtain lawful permanent residence (also known as a “green card”). In addition, citizens who are 21 or older can petition for their parents, adult children and adult siblings to become lawful permanent residents. An immigration attorney can advise you on the best path for your family members to immigrate to the United States.

08/22/2023

Two years after the U.S. left Afghanistan, many Afghan refugees are still waiting to be resettled. While there has been some recent progress, processing U.S. visas for Afghans has moved slowly.

When the U.S. pulled out of Afghanistan in August 2021 it airlifted tens of thousands of Afghans to safety.

08/19/2023

Last year, the United States denied the highest percentage of international student visas in decades, according to a new report.

A report from the Cato Institute found that the United States denied 35% of international student visas — the highest percentage in decades.

08/15/2023

If your naturalization application is denied by a USCIS officer, you may request a hearing at which a different officer will review your case and consider additional evidence you wish to submit. If your application is again denied, you may file a petition with the U.S. District Court, asking that a judge give your application fresh consideration. In some cases, it may make more sense to file a new naturalization application, rather than appeal a denial. An immigration lawyer can help you decide the best option in your situation.

08/12/2023

Visas come in two main types—immigrant and nonimmigrant. An immigrant visa is for people who wish to live permanently in the United States, with a green card. Nonimmigrant visas are for those who only wish to stay in the U.S. on a temporary basis, for purposes such as work, tourism or study. An immigration attorney can help you decide the best visa for your situation and advise you about the necessary petitions and applications.

08/08/2023

Some 9.2 million lawful permanent residents are qualified to become U.S. citizens, with many having been eligible for many years. But socioeconomic barriers like high application fees and language and educational requirements prevent some from taking the steps to naturalize.

Roughly 9 million people are eligible to become citizens today, but taking that final step comes with a price tag.

08/05/2023

According to the Department of Homeland Security, about 85,000 migrants have been “repatriated” since Title 42 was lifted. That’s up 65% since the same period last year, which saw 51,246.

According to the Department of Homeland Security, about 85,000 migrants have been “repatriated” since Title 42 was lifted. That’s up 65% since the same period last year.

08/01/2023

The Biden administration is appealing a federal judge’s decision blocking an immigration rule that presumes that noncitizens at the southern border are ineligible for U.S. asylum unless they have an appointment or qualify for other limited exceptions.

The Biden administration is appealing a federal judge’s decision blocking an immigration rule that presumes that noncitizens at the southern border are ineligible for U.S. asylum unless they have an appointment or qualify for other limited exceptions.

07/29/2023

In 2022, the Biden administration launched an initiative that provides a pathway back to the U.S. for non-citizen veterans deported for non-violent crimes. At least 75 deported veterans have returned under the Biden initiative, according to the Department of Homeland Security.

Some non-U.S. citizen veterans who were deported over non-violent crimes say there needs to be reform.