Selected as an "outstanding reference book" by the New York Public Library, and thoroughly revised to reflect the latest laws, this book shows the quickest, easiest way to get a green card through parents, siblings and adult children, spouses or fiancees, employers, green card lotteries, political asylum or refugee status, plus a list of 400 immigration groups that help with paperwork and offering counseling and legal referrals.
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Though many how-to books on the subject have been published, none have come with better credentials than this up-to-date, well-presented guide. (The Irish Herald 20090101)
Green card seekers: Look no further. (Asian Week 20090101)
A definitive book that is also easy to read. (Fort Worth Star-Telegram 20090101)
The clearest, most accurate explanation of immigration laws for nonlawyers thus far. (Immigration Law Today 20090101)
Highly recommended. (Library Journal )
Provides a nuts-and-bolts guide on obtaining a green card to work and live in the United States... (Orange County Register ) --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
Green card seekers: Look no further. (Asian Week 20090101)
A definitive book that is also easy to read. (Fort Worth Star-Telegram 20090101)
The clearest, most accurate explanation of immigration laws for nonlawyers thus far. (Immigration Law Today 20090101)
Highly recommended. (Library Journal )
Provides a nuts-and-bolts guide on obtaining a green card to work and live in the United States... (Orange County Register ) --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
About the Author
Bray is an author and legal editor at Nolo, specializing in real estate, immigration law, and nonprofit fundraising. She is co-author of Nolo's Essential Guide to Buying Your First Home and also edits a number of Nolo's small business books. Bray's working background includes solo practice, nonprofit, and corporate stints, as well as long periods of volunteering, including an internship at Amnesty International's main legal office in London. She received her law degree and a Masters degree in East Asian (Chinese) Studies from the University of Washington.
Loida Nicolas Lewis is a former INS attorney with over 15 years experience handling U.S. immigration matters. Co-author of Nolo's How to Get a Green Card, she is licensed to practice law in both New York and the Philippines. A native of Sorsogon, Philippines, Ms. Nicolas Lewis holds the distinction of being the first Asian woman to pass the New York State Bar without having studied in the United States. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
Loida Nicolas Lewis is a former INS attorney with over 15 years experience handling U.S. immigration matters. Co-author of Nolo's How to Get a Green Card, she is licensed to practice law in both New York and the Philippines. A native of Sorsogon, Philippines, Ms. Nicolas Lewis holds the distinction of being the first Asian woman to pass the New York State Bar without having studied in the United States. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
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67 of 71 people found the following review helpful:
2.0 out of 5 stars
broad but not deep,
By Logginz (San Francisco, CA USA) - See all my reviews
This review is from: How to Get a Green Card: Legal Ways to Stay in the U.S.A. (3rd ed) (Paperback)
This is another book I wish I had flipped through before purchasing. There are MANY paths to a green card, they are complicated and subtle and only a couple of them will apply to a given individual. This book tries to cover them all in 350 odd pages, about a THIRD of which are photocopies of INS forms. This implies, of course, that depth of treatment is very light. If you have a question of any sophistication, you won't find the answer here. In my case I had a set of questions about the EAD (employment authorization document) and what exactly it permits, and was greeted by ONE paragraph which didn't even describe what it really is. On the important decision of Adjustment Of Status vs. Consular Processing I got no intelligent help. It leaned towards the AOS route without even mentioning that this could take you *3 years* to get through. (BTW, I found much more information on these topics online.)I can't figure out who this book is for. If it's for someone with an immigration attorney wanting an overview of the process, then I don't get why it has so many photocopied forms. If it's for do-it-yourselfers, the shallow treatment will at best give you a false sense of security that you know what's going on. If it's for an immigration professional, then the coverage of all cases might be nice, but again the shallowness will make it nearly useless. I do know that if you're taking an employment-based route to immigration, this book will be of little help. I bought this book because of a great experience with another Nolo press book. This one has been almost useless to me.
18 of 21 people found the following review helpful:
1.0 out of 5 stars
Shallow book with no real information,
By mbiscoito (AL, USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: How To Get A Green Card: Legal Ways to Stay in the U.S.A. (Paperback)
I am lawyer from Brazil, and wanted to get real information about the green card application process (without having to go through the dry explanation in the INS website) and was completely disapointed and upset when I received this book. It does not cover anything in depth, and wastes a lot of time talking about temporary visas, fiance visas (I thougt it was supposed to explain about greencards!), special greencards for amerasians (which is not a very common situation)...As for what I was really interested in, which was the green card application process for work-related reasons, there is a small, incomplete paragraph and a suggestion that I find an attorney!!!! Waste of money, useless -- if you want to get a green card, either find another book, check the INS website, or hire a lawyer, this book will not help at all.
13 of 15 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars
Shows your options and helps to make decisions,
By Lenny (Midwest, USA) - See all my reviews
This review is from: How to Get a Green Card: Legal Ways to Stay in the U.S.A., 4th Ed (Paperback)
I believe this book may be of interest to many readers.First of all, it explains how visitors from abroad can legally prolong their stay in the USA. It's possible to apply for an extension of one's visitor's status without leaving the USA. And this book guides well through this procedure. Secondly, those who are interested in applying for a green card, should find the most suitable category if they want to succeed. The book describes qualifications and outlines the application process for each of them. Many people don't know that they may be inadmissible for one or another reason even if they otherwise meet all the green card applicant requirements. Someone already in the US, and still may not be allowed to proceed if he or she falls into one of the inadmissible categories - as a violator of immigration rules in the past or for health reasons, for example. Some people find this out only after passing a medical exam. But you may want to learn about the regulations in advance. The book covers this issue in detail, including who and how can apply for a waiver of inadmissibility. Another sensitive chapter is on cancellation of deportation. How and in what cases this may be done... Also, you'll find some important information on how and who is eligible to claim status as a refugee or political asylee. In all, I think the book is pretty informative and filled with practical advice. It's also easy to read and understand.
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advance parole document, consular processing, immigration court proceedings, person preparing form, prospective petitioner, experienced immigration attorney, visa petition, most recent tax year, sponsored immigrant, asylee status, green card application, orphan petition, native alphabet, removal proceedings, alien registration number, visa interview, including maiden name, special immigrant, asylum officer, nonimmigrant status, immigration judge, immigrant visa, requested benefit, joint sponsor, reentry permit Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
New York, Country of Birth Relationship, State Department, City State, Department of State, Department of Homeland Security, Department of Justice, Temporary Protected Status, Visa Waiver Program, Complete Last Name, State License, Use Supplement, File Reviewed, National Visa Center, Prior Husband, Tribal Group, Applicant Interviewed, Country Where Expiration Date Passport Issued, Departure Record, Fax Number, Giovana Moreno, Los Angeles, Place of Marriage, Previously Forwarded, Province Country New!
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To understand current immigration policy, it helps to know about how it came about. Read the first page Key Phrases - Statistically Improbable Phrases (SIPs): (learn more)
advance parole document, consular processing, immigration court proceedings, person preparing form, prospective petitioner, experienced immigration attorney, visa petition, most recent tax year, sponsored immigrant, asylee status, green card application, orphan petition, native alphabet, removal proceedings, alien registration number, visa interview, including maiden name, special immigrant, asylum officer, nonimmigrant status, immigration judge, immigrant visa, requested benefit, joint sponsor, reentry permit Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
New York, Country of Birth Relationship, State Department, City State, Department of State, Department of Homeland Security, Department of Justice, Temporary Protected Status, Visa Waiver Program, Complete Last Name, State License, Use Supplement, File Reviewed, National Visa Center, Prior Husband, Tribal Group, Applicant Interviewed, Country Where Expiration Date Passport Issued, Departure Record, Fax Number, Giovana Moreno, Los Angeles, Place of Marriage, Previously Forwarded, Province Country New!
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- How to Get a Green Card by Ilona M. Bray in Front Matter (1), and Front Matter (2)
- Christopher Columbus (People Who Shape Our World) by Margaret Holland on page 2
- Christopher Columbus (Step-Into-Reading, Step 3) by Stephen Krensky on page 2
- Employment Law (Lawcards) by Cavendish in Back Matter
- Your Limited Liability Company: An Operating Manual by Anthony Mancuso in Back Matter
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