Advice for Overseas Immigrant Visa Applications
At the immigration law firm of Robert Brown LLC, our lawyers advise clients about the best ways to achieve permanent residency status in the United States. Foreign nationals who are already in the country under nonimmigrant visas can choose between the adjustment of status process or consular processing, and we can help you decide which approach makes best sense in light of your circumstances and your goals.
Choosing Between Consular Processing and Adjustment of Status
If you are not currently in the U.S., you will need to use consular processing in your foreign country of birth or current residence. After you have received USCIS approval of your immigration application, you will need to obtain an immigrant visa at a U.S. Consulate abroad. While consular processing in another country is often faster than adjustment of status in the U.S., the process can still take a substantial amount of time to complete and may require additional bureaucratic hurdles. Careful attention to detail in the preparation and presentation of your application can prevent unnecessary delays or other problems.
Robert Brown LLC's long experience and exclusive focus on immigration law means that we can guide clients overseas through the requirements and details of consular processing. With offices in Cleveland, Orlando and the Research Triangle of North Carolina, our attorneys offer nationwide and worldwide client service in a cost-effective and dependable manner.
For people who are not in the U.S., consular processing is the exclusive avenue for obtaining an immigrant visa and green card status. You might nevertheless consider entering the U.S. under a nonimmigrant visa and seeking adjustment of status once you are here. Our lawyers can advise you about the strategic and practical considerations as well as the legal factors that should inform your decision.
If our review of your situation indicates that consular processing remains your most effective approach for achieving permanent residence in the U.S., we can help make sure that your application proceeds as smoothly as possible through the consular procedure.
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For more information about consular processing as a path toward a green card, contact Robert Brown LLC by phone or e-mail for a free initial consultation with an experienced and focused immigration attorney.
