In May 2026, the USCIS told its officers that an application for a green card filed inside the United States was an extraordinary form of relief and that people there should generally return home to apply. This memo changed the criteria for almost every visa decision. Now, the category you choose determines not only whether…
A conviction from a decade ago, a nine-month trip to care for a sick parent, or a move that you never reported, can put your green card at risk. None of these things can take away your U.S. citizenship. The two statuses look similar on paper, but the law treats them very differently when something…
A green card can be revoked. Citizenship, with very rare exceptions, cannot be. That one difference drives almost everything else that separates a lawful permanent resident from a U.S. citizen, and it is the difference that clients misunderstand most often. Myth 1: “Permanent” Means the Government Can Never Take It Back Permanent residence is permanent…
USCIS is processing DACA renewals in all 50 states in 2026, including Texas. First-time requests are a different story. The agency will accept an initial Form I-821D, but a federal court order has blocked it from approving any new applicants since July 2021. That freeze is still in place today. So, the honest answer to…
Most people who approach an asylum case have at least one incorrect assumption. This is not their fault – asylum law is genuinely complicated, and misinformation spreads quickly. However, incorrect assumptions lead to missed deadlines, missed documentation, and unnecessary denials. Here are some of the most common myths about asylum applications and what the law…
Your green card expires in six months. You have a decision to make – and it’s not as simple as filling out one form after another. For permanent residents who have lived in the United States for long enough to qualify for citizenship, renewing a green card can sometimes be a bad decision. In 2026,…
Thousands of crime victims in the United States qualify for legal immigration status and never find out. The U visa was created specifically for people in that situation — victims of serious crimes who cooperated with law enforcement and had no clear path to stay. If that describes you or someone you know, here’s what…
Most asylum claims don’t fail because the applicant wasn’t in danger. They fail on procedural and legal grounds that have nothing to do with what actually happened to that person. Understanding those grounds before you file — or before your hearing — can change your outcome. At CoxEsq, PC, we help asylum seekers in Missouri,…
For many immigrants, obtaining a Green Card is one of the most important steps toward building a new life in the United States. However, one of the most common questions is: how long does the process actually take? The answer depends on many factors, including how you apply, your eligibility category, and whether your application…
Navigating the U.S. Visa system can be complex, especially when trying to determine which visa category best fits your immigration goals. In 2026, all U.S. visas fall into two primary categories: nonimmigrant (temporary) visas and immigrant (permanent) visas. Understanding the distinction between these two groups is essential for anyone seeking to live, work, invest, or…
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