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Santiago Legal Blog
Discover clear and up-to-date information about immigration and law in the United States on Santiago Legal’s blog, with articles in Spanish and English designed to support the Latino community.


The application period has begun! What should you know about the new annual fee for asylum in the United States?
Starting in October 2025, Asylum Applicants in the U.S. Must Pay an Annual Fee of $100. Learn About the Deadlines, Consequences, and How to Comply with the Law.
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4 min read


Is the H1B visa community ready to face a $100,000 fee per application and renewal?
New H1B Visa Restrictions in 2025 Affect International Professionals and Doctors in Minnesota. Get Legal Advice from Santiago Legal, Contact Us Now
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4 min read


How Will USCIS Change the Way It Evaluates Good Moral Character in the Naturalization Process in 2025?
USCIS Updated How It Evaluates Good Moral Character in Naturalization. Discover How This Affects Your U.S. Citizenship and How to Prepare. Contact Us.
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3 min read


What is the status of Temporary Protected Status (TPS for Venezuelans) in Minnesota in 2025?
Changes in Temporary Protected Status (TPS for Venezuelans) in Minnesota. Santiago Legal helps you verify your status and renew your work permit.
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3 min read


What is USCIS Anti-Americanism and How Does It Affect Immigration?
Changes in Temporary Protected Status (TPS for Venezuelans) in Minnesota. Santiago Legal helps you verify your status and renew your work permit.
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2 min read


Immigrant Registration in Minnesota: New Mandatory Requirement Starting in 2025?
Learn About the New Registration Requirement for Immigrants in Minnesota Starting April 2025, Who Must Comply, and How to Avoid Legal Problems.
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3 min read


What Does the New USCIS Rule Published on August 1, 2025, Mean for Family Petitions?
USCIS Tightened Requirements for Family Petitions, Rigorous Interviews, Audits, Social Media Reviews, Increased Scrutiny of Those Who Entered Without Inspection
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3 min read


How does the One Big Beautiful Bill Act affect your immigration process in 2025? Learn about the new fees and how to protect yourself legally.
The New Immigration Process Signed in 2025 Imposes Mandatory Fees on Asylum, TPS, Parole, and More. Learn About the Changes and How to Avoid Costly Mistakes in Your Case.
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2 min read


What Immigration Measures Is Trump Implementing in 2025, and Why Should You Be Worried?
Immigration Measures The 10 Most Dangerous Policies Implemented Under the Trump Administration, Including the Asylum Shutdown, Termination of TPS, & Elimination of Humanitarian Parole
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8 min read


Why Hiring an Immigration Lawyer Before a Crisis Is Key to Protecting Your Future and That of Your Family
Many immigrants make the mistake of seeking legal help from an immigration attorney when they are already in trouble or detained by ICE,...
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5 min read


Delegation of Parental Authority (DOPA) in Minneapolis and Minnesota
If at any time you are unable to care for your children, Delegation of Parental Authority (DOPA) allows you to appoint someone else to...
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3 min read


The Termination of TPS Designation 2023 for Venezuela: Impacts and Perspectives in the United States
In a major shift in U.S. immigration policy, the 2023 designation of Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Venezuela has been rescinded,...
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3 min read


What Should I Consider When Hiring an Immigration Lawyer?
The outcome of an immigration process can have a huge impact on individuals and their families. There are many attorneys out there, but...
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How to Choose and Hire Immigration Lawyers: A Quick Guide to Ensuring Immigration Success
Migration to the United States of America from different Latin American countries has become one of the most controversial topics in...
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5 min read


What Are The Benefits And How Much Does It Cost To Hire An Immigration Lawyer In Minnesota?
When starting an immigration process to the United States of America, questions always arise about how to legalize my stay in this...
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5 min read


How does VAWA Law work and how to obtain residency in the United States?
Designed to protect victims of abuse or extreme cruelty committed by: A spouse or former spouse who is a U.S. citizen A father who is a...
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5 min read


How to Apply for a Green Card in Minnesota: The Definitive Guide
It doesn't matter if you are Colombian, Mexican, Venezuelan, Ecuadorian, Chilean, Honduran, Salvadoran, Guatemalan, Nicaraguan or any...
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5 min read


The Red Card, A Vital Resource for Defending Against ICE in the United States
The Red Card: A Vital Resource for Defending Yourself Against ICE in the United States. Learn How to Respond and Get Legal Advice on the Red Card in Minneapolis
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3 min read
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