Immigration Fraud Lawyer In Philadelphia

Immigration fraud takes many forms, and foreign nationals and non-attorneys advertising immigration services can commit it. Immigration fraud committed by foreign nationals ranges from using false documents to enter the United States to entering a marriage to obtain a green card. In all cases, foreign nationals who misrepresent facts to obtain immigration benefits are likely to face serious consequences.

Marriage Fraud

Marriage fraud is when a citizen or legal permanent resident marries a foreign national to secure an immigration benefit. In other words, this is where United States citizens and foreign nationals enter into fake marriages for the sake of green cards.

The consequences of misrepresentations or entering into a fake marriage include imprisonment for up to five years, a fine of up to $250,000.00, or both. Additionally, if you are found to have misrepresented an application for a benefit or committed fraud, you will be barred from seeking any immigration benefit forever.

You should contact our office immediately if you have been accused of immigration fraud. You must sit with one of our lawyers for a free, confidential consultation. Effective, aggressive representation in this matter is crucial.

Visa Fraud

Our government presumes that all persons seeking to enter the United States have the intention to stay here. The burden is on foreign nationals who wish to visit the United States to demonstrate that they intend to return to their home countries. The State Department looks for ties to the foreign national’s home country to approve applications for visitor visas.

Our government is skeptical of any visitors who arrive in the United States and seek green cards shortly after that. It is illegal for a person to represent that they wish to visit when they intend to remain in the United States. If you plan to visit the United States, call our office for a free consultation. We may be able to help you apply for your visitor visa.

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Some individuals and organizations seek to prey on the vulnerable immigrant community by falsely promising immigration benefits. They may promise you a green card or pretend you qualify under new immigration laws for benefits you do not qualify for.

You should always seek immigration advice from a licensed attorney. Non-attorneys who provide immigration advice may be engaging in the unauthorized practice of law, which is illegal. By inquiring with the state bar association, you can quickly check whether a lawyer is licensed to practice law.

If you have been accused of committing immigration fraud, the Philadelphia Immigration Attorneys at our office may be able to help. We have helped our clients navigate the immigration system for years and are prepared to help you.