
Immigration Attorney in Brunswick, Georgia
What is the Difference Between Adjustment of Status and Consular Processing?
Adjustment of status (at an immigration office the U.S.) and Consular Processing (through a U.S. Embassy abroad), are the two major processes available in applying for Lawful Permanent Resident (LPR) status., commonly referred to as a “green card.”
Adjustment of status requires that the applicant have a visa immediately available, and usually also requires the applicant be admitted, inspected, or paroled. When someone enters the U.S. without inspection, they typically will not be eligible to file for adjustment of status and may need to consular process instead, unless they are adjusting through a special provision of the law such as INA § 245i, or through a VAWA self-petition, U-visa, T-visa, or other qualifying basis for adjustment of status.
If someone entered the U.S. without inspection (EWI) and does not seek to adjust under one of the categories which exempts EWI, they may need to consular process. Often the person will require a provisional waiver for the time they spent in the U.S. without authorization. The provisional waiver is applied for and approved before the person departs the U.S. for consular processing. In addition to persons who entered without inspection as described above, consular processing is also the procedure for persons already overseas who intend to immigrate to the U.S.
Whether you or your loved one should consular process or apply to adjust status in the U.S. can be a complicated issue and should be assessed by an immigration attorney given the severe consequences for following the wrong procedure. At the Law Office of Karen Winston, we have successfully helped hundreds of clients through both of the above processes.
Get started with our experienced and compassionate immigration team today. Call us at (904) 740-3690 or contact us online today.

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I was scared to start my immigration process but after speaking to Ms. Winston I finally had hope to take the next step. In less than a few months, I was approved for my PIP and received my green card a few months after.- Irma P.
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I am so grateful to her for all the help that we received from her when we applied for green cards and also later for our citizenship. Everybody who works in her office is very kind and professional.- Soledad Z.
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What makes this firm great is more than just a reasonable rate, they are full service and have a professional staff to assist. They are extremely responsive and great at making their clients feel comfortable.- Matt T.
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Professional team who will make sure you have everything to succeed, well organized, and always ready to answer any of your questions. Thank you so much for helping my dream to come true!- Tan L.

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Over almost 15 years of service, Karen Winston has an impressive record of keeping families together.
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As an attorney and former law professor, Karen Winston is well-respected before USCIS, courts, and judges.
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