IMMIGRATION NEWS

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USCIS filing fees  increased on July 30, 2007. The increased fees apply to cases filed on or after July 30, 2007.  It is essential to  include the correct USCIS filing fee with your case -- cases with the wrong fees will be rejected by USCIS.

For the USCIS chart of filing fees, go to: http://www.uscis.gov/files/nativedocuments/FinalUSCISFeeSchedule052907.pdf

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On May 31, 2007, the USCIS (formerly INS) issued a notice to the public about the immigration bill that has been a hot topic on the news.

That bill has NOT become law.  It is still PROPOSED legislation. If immigration reform legislation does become law, the USCIS will advise the public on how to proceed under any new immigration reform law.

Before any new immigration law takes effect the following must take place:
      1.  Legislation must be passed by the House of Representatives, and
      2.  Legislation must be passed by the U.S. Senate, and
      3.  Legislation must be signed by the President.

For more information about the legislative process, go to:
http://thomas.loc.gov

For the USCIS article, go to : http://www.uscis.gov/files/pressrelease/TWPFraud.pdf

Be cautious of anyone who offers to help you apply for immigration benefits under the "new immigration laws".  At this time, no one knows whether any immigration reform legislation will pass, and no one knows what the final result will be if there are new immigration laws. 

Be especially cautious of non-lawyers ("notarios" or "immigration consultants") who claim that they can help you with your immigration case.  It is strongly advised that you seek legal counsel from an experienced immigration attorney before proceeding with your immigration matters.
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USCIS Online Change of Address
Amost all non-U.S. Citizens must to report a change of address to USCIS within ten (10) days of moving.  This includes U.S. permanent residents.

A change of address can be done by completing a Form AR-11 and mailing it to USCIS.  It can also be done on the USCIS website. If you have an application or petition pending with USCIS, be ready to give USCIS the receipt number - then the new address can be matched to your case and you can receive future notices from USCIS.

To do a change of address site with USCIS,  go to:
https://egov.uscis.gov/crisgwi/go?action=coa  

For additional information about USCIS change of address requirements, go to: http://www.uscis.gov/files/article/G3_English.pdf

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