4 Deportation Tips

Are you or a loved one facing deportation or removal? Check out these 4 deportation tips and contact our experienced New Jersey Immigration Attorney for help.

4 Deportation Tips1. Losing Your Green Card by Living Outside the U.S.

  • A Green Card holder cannot be outside of the US for more than 12 months without special permission.

2. Available Options to Remain in the US if a Minor was Detained at the Border

As a New Jersey Immigration Attorney, I often have clients come to me wishing to help a relative who is a minor that was detained at the border and facing deportation.

  • There is a program available called Special Immigrant Juvenile Program, which allows someone to attain a work permit and a green card.
  • The person must be under 21 and must be considered abandoned or neglected.

3. Staying in the US if Threatened by Gang Violence in Your Country

As a New Jersey Immigration Lawyer, I often get asked about options to remain in the US if you are being threatened by gang violence in your home country.

  • If you are from another county facing persecution, you can apply for asylum within one year of your arrival.
    • You can also qualify if your home country is involved in a revolution, religious discrimination or political issues in the country.
  • After filing for asylum you will be eligible to file for a work permit after 6 months.
  • If your asylum application was granted, you can face

4. Staying in the US if You have American Born Children

As a New Jersey Immigration Lawyer, I recently spoke to a woman who was scheduled for a deportation hearing, but had two American born children.  She wanted to know her options to stay in the U.S.

  • If you are of good moral standing and have children who are actively involved in the school system, you may be eligible to apply for a Cancellation of Removal.
  • You should also include documentation of your life in the U.S. and any U.S. born relatives.

Are you or a loved one facing deportation or removal? After reading these 4 deportation tips, contact our experienced New Jersey Immigration Attorney for help and a legal consultation.

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