by Eliud Zavala | May 24, 2025 | Immigration
The I-601A provisional unlawful presence waiver exists for one specific situation — you are undocumented, you have a U.S. citizen or green card holder spouse or parent who would suffer extreme hardship without you, and you need to leave the U.S. for a consular... 
by Eliud Zavala | Apr 24, 2025 | Immigration
Military parole in place is still active in 2026 — and for Houston families, that distinction matters right now. USCIS has shut down several parole programs this year, but military parole in place was not among them. If you are the spouse, child, or parent of someone... 
by Eliud Zavala | Mar 23, 2025 | US Citizenship
Applying for U.S. citizenship through naturalization in 2026 starts with Form N-400. The filing fee is $710 — $680 for processing and $30 for biometrics. Once USCIS receives your application, the process from filing to oath ceremony currently takes 6 to 14 months... 
by Eliud Zavala | Feb 23, 2025 | Immigration
The Houston Contract Detention Facility is a holding center for people facing immigration issues. It is run by a private company under contract with Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). This facility is not a prison, but it operates like one. People held there... 
by Eliud Zavala | Jan 23, 2025 | Immigration
A provisional waiver helps certain people who are in the United States without legal status get a green card. Instead of leaving the country and waiting years for a decision, they can apply for a waiver before they go. This can keep families together longer and make...
