Eugene Immigration

Immigration law is regulated at the federal level, with U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) overseeing visa applications, permanent residency requests, and citizenship filings. While Eugene is home to a supportive and expanding immigrant community, legal challenges can still arise, making professional representation essential.

Eugene's immigrant population is steadily growing, with communities from Mexico, Vietnam, China, India, and the Philippines being among the most established. The city has also welcomed refugees from Afghanistan, Syria, and El Salvador, as part of Oregon's humanitarian resettlement efforts. Many immigrants work in agriculture, manufacturing, healthcare, and higher education, contributing to Eugene's economy in significant ways. Whether you need help obtaining a visa, securing work authorization, or bringing a loved one to the U.S., our firm provides personalized legal strategies to support your goals.

Our Eugene immigration attorneys assist with:

• Adjustment of Status - Lawful immigrants already in the U.S. may be able to apply for a green card without leaving the country. This allows them to remain in Eugene while awaiting permanent residency approval.
• Advance Parole - If you have a pending adjustment of status application, you may need travel authorization from USCIS. Without advance parole, leaving the U.S. could result in denial of reentry and complications with your immigration case.
• Asylum - Eugene has been a welcoming city for refugees and asylum seekers. Individuals fleeing persecution due to race, religion, nationality, political opinion, or social group membership may qualify for asylum and, later, permanent residency.
• DACA (Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals) - Many DACA recipients in Eugene work in education, healthcare, and social services. This program provides temporary protection from deportation and allows eligible individuals to work legally.
• Deportation Defense - Eugene's sanctuary policies offer some protections, but deportation remains a concern for many. We represent clients in removal proceedings, helping them explore relief options such as asylum, waivers, or cancellation of removal.
• Fiancé(e) Visas - U.S. citizens can petition for a K-1 fiancé(e) visa, allowing their foreign partner to enter the country. The couple must marry within 90 days for the immigrant spouse to apply for a green card.
• Green Cards - Eugene's growing industries and family networks make it a prime location for immigrants seeking permanent residency. We assist individuals and families with family-based, employment-based, and humanitarian green card applications.
• Parole in Place - Immediate family members of U.S. military personnel may qualify for parole in place, allowing them to remain in the U.S. legally. Eugene is home to many veterans and active-duty service members who benefit from this policy.
• Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS) - Eugene has strong legal advocacy groups supporting immigrant youth. SIJS provides a path to permanent residency for minors who have experienced abuse, neglect, or abandonment.
• United States Citizenship - Becoming a naturalized U.S. citizen offers benefits such as voting rights, federal employment eligibility, and the ability to sponsor family members. We guide clients through the citizenship application, testing, and interview process.
• U Visa & VAWA - Immigrants who have been victims of serious crimes or domestic violence may qualify for legal protection under the U Visa program or the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA). These programs allow survivors to gain lawful status independently of an abuser.
• Work Permits - Eugene's diverse job market, including agriculture, healthcare, and technology, provides many employment opportunities for immigrants. We assist clients with work permit applications and renewals to ensure they can legally work while their immigration case is pending.