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Starting in October 2025, Asylum Applicants in the U.S. Must Pay an Annual Fee of $100. Learn About the Deadlines, Consequences, and How to Comply with the Law.

New H1B Visa Restrictions in 2025 Affect International Professionals and Doctors in Minnesota. Get Legal Advice from Santiago Legal, Contact Us Now

USCIS Updated How It Evaluates Good Moral Character in Naturalization. Discover How This Affects Your U.S. Citizenship and How to Prepare. Contact Us.

Changes in Temporary Protected Status (TPS for Venezuelans) in Minnesota. Santiago Legal helps you verify your status and renew your work permit.

Changes in Temporary Protected Status (TPS for Venezuelans) in Minnesota. Santiago Legal helps you verify your status and renew your work permit.

Learn About the New Registration Requirement for Immigrants in Minnesota Starting April 2025, Who Must Comply, and How to Avoid Legal Problems.

USCIS Tightened Requirements for Family Petitions, Rigorous Interviews, Audits, Social Media Reviews, Increased Scrutiny of Those Who Entered Without Inspection

The New Immigration Process Signed in 2025 Imposes Mandatory Fees on Asylum, TPS, Parole, and More. Learn About the Changes and How to Avoid Costly Mistakes in Your Case.

Immigration Measures The 10 Most Dangerous Policies Implemented Under the Trump Administration, Including the Asylum Shutdown, Termination of TPS, & Elimination of Humanitarian Parole

Many immigrants make the mistake of seeking legal help from an immigration attorney when they are already in trouble or detained by ICE, significantly limiting their options. Prevention can make the difference between maintaining your legal status or facing deportation. In this article, we explain why having an immigration attorney before any legal emergency arises is not an expense or a luxury, but a priority and an investment in your future with your loved ones in the Unite

If at any time you are unable to care for your children, Delegation of Parental Authority (DOPA) allows you to appoint someone else to make decisions for you. At Santiago Legal LLC , we are here to help you understand this document and ensure it is done the right way. What is Delegation of Parental Authority (DOPA)? A DOPA is a legal document that allows you to temporarily delegate the care and decision-making about your children to another person, called an "attorney-in-fact

In a major shift in U.S. immigration policy, the 2023 designation of Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Venezuela has been rescinded, effective April 7, 2025. This decision will affect thousands of Venezuelans who have found refuge in the United States under this protection, including those residing in Minnesota and Minneapolis . In this article, we will explore the impacts of this termination and possible avenues those affected might consider to maintain their legal st

The outcome of an immigration process can have a huge impact on individuals and their families. There are many attorneys out there, but not everyone is adequately prepared to handle your immigration matter. This checklist will help you ensure that you are asking the right questions at your first appointment and when making the decision to hire someone to represent you in such an important process. Do you have a valid license to practice law? Make sure you are a licensed attor

Migration to the United States of America from different Latin American countries has become one of the most controversial topics in recent years, flooding the news tabloids and even generating mixed feelings among residents and migrants of this country. The truth is that, regardless of the reasons why people migrate (which are usually violence, climate change, and economic recession) or the ways in which they do it (which are usually risky and sometimes considered “illegal”)

When starting an immigration process to the United States of America, questions always arise about how to legalize my stay in this country? What are the benefits and how much does it cost to hire an immigration lawyer in Minnesota? Is it advisable to start an immigration process in my situation? Can I afford to pay immigration lawyers for Latinos? You may be interested in: How to choose and hire immigration lawyers: a quick guide to ensure immigration success Although the

Designed to protect victims of abuse or extreme cruelty committed by:   A spouse or former spouse who is a U.S. citizen A father who is a US citizen A son or daughter who is a U.S. citizen A lawful permanent resident (“Green Card”) who is your spouse or former spouse or A parent who is a legal permanent resident (“Green Card”) The VAWA law allows you to access the option of obtaining permanent residence in the United States. This somewhat complex immigration law seeks to prot

It doesn't matter if you are Colombian, Mexican, Venezuelan, Ecuadorian, Chilean, Honduran, Salvadoran, Guatemalan, Nicaraguan or any other nationality, the Green Card is one of the most important documents you can have. Here we will tell you everything you need to know about it. From what it is to how to process a Green Card in Minnesota. and some tips that will help you increase your chances of getting it. Why is the Green Card important? The main reason having your Green

The Red Card: A Vital Resource for Defending Yourself Against ICE in the United States. Learn How to Respond and Get Legal Advice on the Red Card in Minneapolis