In this episode, immigration attorney Lin Walker guides us through the essential documentation requirements for F-1 students.

From maintaining your academic status to I-20 forms to employment to travel to financial statements,

Lin breaks down each critical piece of paperwork needed to secure and maintain your F-1 visa status.

Whether you're preparing to study in the U.S. or already navigating the complexities of student life, this episode will help ensure you're fully equipped with the necessary documents.

In this episode of the Immigration Update Podcast, your host, immigration attorney Lin Walker, explains the consequences of the reinstatement of alien registration requirements in the United States.

Originally a 1940s law, requiring non-citizens over 14 to register with the US government, and now being enforced once again, the law forces non-citizens to register with the U.S. government so that the government will be able to track them and monitor their actions in order to circumvent what they feel may be Un-American activities.

Discover who needs to register, the process involved, and the potential legal consequences of non-compliance to this significant policy shift.

This episode is essential listening for anyone affected by these changes and immigration professionals alike.

In this episode of the Immigration Update Podcast, attorney Lin Walker delves into the critical issue of family separation for mixed citizenship families.

With the current focus on immigration enforcement, it's more important than ever for undocumented parents and guardians to prepare for the possibility of separation.

Lin discusses essential steps to create a family safety plan, legal preparations, and financial strategies to ensure children and pets are cared for by trusted individuals rather than entering foster care/shelter.

A few hours of preparation can provide peace of mind and security for your family in uncertain times.

Resources:

https://legalaidnyc.org/get-help/immigration-deportation/

https://ailalawyer.com/

https://cccsny.org/services/immigration-legal-services

https://www.ilrc.org/

Current ICE policies and practices are affecting pets as well as people, leading to unexpected heartbreak for families and challenges for already overcrowded animal shelters.

In this episode of the Immigration Update Podcast, immigration Attorney Lin Walker explains the impact of immigration enforcement on pets and points the way to resources for families and their beloved animals in case of such an emergency.

Resources to help create a pet safety plan if your family could be at risk:

https://enlacelatinonc.org/en/How-can-I-plan-for-my-pets%27-future-if-I-am-detained-or-deported

https://www.noozhawk.com/ice-raids-raise-issue-of-pet-safety-during-uncertain-times/

https://care4paws.org/how-to-help/

Did you know that U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers can search your phone, laptop, or tablet when you enter the United States—even if you’re a U.S. citizen?

And they don’t need a warrant or suspicion to do it.

Immigration attorney Lin Walker discusses essential strategies for safeguarding your data from CBP searches, what you as an international traveler need to know about how to secure your devices to protect sensitive information and, most importantly, the steps you need to take if you are chosen for a search at the border.

For more information:

https://www.eff.org/document/eff-border-search-pocket-guide

https://www.aclu.org/news/privacy-technology/can-border-agents-search-your-electronic

https://freedom.press/digisec/blog/border-security/

Recent more restrictive changes to the Trump administration's immigration policies are shaping the educational landscape, affecting both international and domestic students and causing a steep decline in enrollment.

Immigration attorney Lin Walker discusses the challenges faced by international students, the ripple effects on domestic education, as well as the effects on the economy and the future of the workforce In the United States.

In this episode of the Immigration Update podcast, host immigration attorney Lin Walker explores the controversial revival of neighborhood checks for citizenship applicants under the Trump administration.

Critics argue that these policies are more about intimidation than security, with former INS Commissioner Doris Mesner labeling them as anachronistic.

Lin explores the broader implications of these policies and discusses whether they truly serve the best interests of the nation.

In this episode, immigration attorney Lin Walker explains the latest USCIS guidance on TN visas under the USMCA agreement.

These changes impact professionals seeking to work in the United States.

Lin explores what it means for cross-border employment.

In this episode we break down the new guidelines, offering practical advice for navigating the updated visa process.

For more details on the USCIS Policy Manual click this link https://www.uscis.gov/policy-manual/volume-2-part-p