U Visa Requeriments
When you have been the victim of a serious crime, it is normal to feel fear, confusion, and many doubts about your immigration future. However, U.S. immigration law provides specific protection for certain victims: the U visa (U nonimmigrant status). This article is intended for two types of readers: Below you will find an updated […]
25N: International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women | VAWA
Every November 25th, we commemorate the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women. This date invites us to reflect on the different forms of violence that women face around the world.But it also reminds us of something very important: in the U.S., there are immigration protections for those who have experienced abuse, such […]
What may cause you to fail an immigration psych. test?
If you are going through an immigration process in the United States, you have probably heard about the psychological evaluation for immigration. This type of evaluation can be a fundamental part of your case, especially if you are applying for a U Visa, T Visa, asylum, or a waiver. However, something very important is often […]
Can you get a Green Card through a T-visa?
If you currently have or are applying for a T Visa, you may be wondering if this type of visa allows you to obtain permanent residence (Green Card) in the United States.The answer is yes, but there are specific conditions you must meet in order to do so. Request a consultation now About the T-Visa […]
These are the questions for the U.S. citizenship exam.
Becoming a U.S. citizen is one of the most important steps in the immigration process. However, many people feel anxious about the citizenship exam, especially the oral part where they are asked the well-known 100 civics questions prepared by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). In this article, we explain what you need to […]
Guide to Understanding Immigration Psychological Evaluations
The purpose of psychological evaluations is to support immigration legal cases by providing psychological evidence about the applicant’s history, traumas, and personal circumstances. These evaluations are requested as part of the legal file in different types of proceedings and can be decisive in determining whether the case has a favorable outcome. At Carla Parola Counseling, […]
October 2025: Changes to asylum and immigration procedures
In October 2025, the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) introduced two changes that profoundly affect those with pending asylum cases: the digitization of Form I-589 and the introduction of an annual fee of $100 to keep the file open if it extends beyond one year. (source: USCIS) Throughout this blog, I will explain: Changes […]
Psychological evaluations required for citizenship and immigration
In September 2025, the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS)issued a memorandum tightening the criteria for determining good moral characterin citizenship applicants.This new approach goes beyond the usual criminal background checks: it now includes a comprehensive assessment of conduct, community involvement, social media behavior, family responsibility, and other factors that have not always been […]
USCIS tightens penalties for immigration fraud.
The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services recently announced a series of policy updates with a clear objective: to detect and more rigorously punish foreigners who falsify information or falsely claim U.S. citizenship. These measures include restoring advanced background screening and security investigation capabilities, with the aim of protecting the integrity of the immigration system and […]
Immigration in the U.S.: the importance of psychological evaluation
The growing psychological crisis in U.S. immigration and the urgency of specialized evaluations In the final months of 2025, various studies and reports by mental health organizations have warned of the profound and persistent impact that immigration policies and border control practices have on the mental health of thousands of immigrants. This type of psychological […]