Immigration Rights
Your legal rights in the U.S. immigration system — due process protections, visa options, deportation defense, asylum basics, and workplace rights for all immigrants.
Due Process Rights
Every person on U.S. soil has constitutional rights — not just citizens. The 5th and 14th Amendments guarantee due process of law to all "persons," which includes undocumented immigrants, visa holders...
Visa and Status Types
U.S. visas fall into two main groups: nonimmigrant visas (temporary stays) and immigrant visas (permanent residence). Each type has its own rules, requirements, and application process.The four major...
Deportation Defense
If the government wants to deport you, you have the right to a hearing before an immigration judge in a process called removal proceedings under INA § 240 (8 U.S.C. § 1229a). This is your chance to pr...
Asylum Rights
Asylum is a form of protection that allows people who are fleeing persecution to remain in the United States. To qualify, you must show that you have been persecuted or fear persecution based on one o...
Workplace Rights for Immigrants
Federal labor laws protect all workers in the United States, regardless of immigration status. This means undocumented workers have the same rights as citizens when it comes to minimum wage, overtime...