U.S. Immigration Made Easy - Softcover

"Thoughtfully organized a vast amount of useful information." Library Journal
"The clearest, most accurate explanations of immigration laws for nonlawyers thus far." Immigration Today
"Well worth the investment--considerably less than what one would pay for an hour's consultation with a lawyer." Irish Echo
"Highly recommended...instructive and explanatory." United States Information Agency
"Now in a newly updated and expanded 18th edition, "U.S. Immigration Made Easy" is an indispensable instructional reference that will prove to be an invaluable and reliable source of practical information for anyone seeking to qualify themselves and their your family qualify for a short-term visa, permanent U.S. residence, or protection from deportation. Also covered is how to obtain, fill out, and submit the necessary forms and documents. Of special note are the insider tips on dealing with bureaucratic officials, delays, and denials; strategies for overcoming low income and other immigration barriers, and the information on where to find the latest immigration forms online. "U.S. Immigration Made Easy" provides detailed descriptions of application processes. There's also an immigration eligibility self-quiz, which helps to match background and skills to a likely category of visa or green card, while avoiding traps that might destroy chances for success. The newly published 18th edition is completely updated to cover recent legal and fee changes including an expanded provisional waiver of unlawful presence. In view of today's national social issue over immigration, "U.S. Immigration Made Easy: 18th Edition" should be a part of every community, academic, immigration NGO group, and community center library collection in general, and every undocumented or documented immigrant's personal reading and instructional guide list." Midwest Book Review, Library Bookwatch, James A. Cox, Editor-in-Chief

Ilona Bray, J.D. is an award-winning author and legal editor at Nolo, specializing in real estate, immigration law, workplace wellness and nonprofit fundraising. Many of her books are consistent Nolo bestsellers, among them Effective Fundraising for Nonprofits, U.S. Immigration Made Easy and Nolo's Essential Guide to Buying Your First Home. Her latest book is entitled Selling Your House: Nolo's Essential Guide. She particularly enjoys interviewing people and weaving their stories into her books. Bray's working background includes solo practice, nonprofit, and corporate stints, as well as long periods of volunteering, including an internship at Amnesty International's main legal office in London. She received her law degree and a Master's degree in East Asian (Chinese) Studies from the University of Washington School of Law and Jackson School of International Studies, and an undergraduate degree in philosophy from Bryn Mawr College. In her spare time she enjoys hiking, going to open houses, and gardening. Bray also blogs on Nolo.com on topics such as nonprofit fundraising, real estate, and immigration matters. She's the winner of the 2012 "Best Blog" award from the National Association of Real Estate Editors (NAREE).