Vancouver Immigration

The U.S. immigration system is federally regulated, with U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) overseeing applications for visas, green cards, and naturalization. Vancouver's foreign-born population has steadily increased in recent years, now making up about 14% of the city's residents. Many immigrants come from Mexico, Ukraine, Vietnam, the Philippines, and Eastern Europe, while others arrive as refugees fleeing violence or persecution. Vancouver has also welcomed hundreds of recent refugee arrivals, including Afghans and Ukrainians, through local resettlement efforts.

Immigrants play a vital role in Vancouver's economy, especially in health care, construction, education, manufacturing, and hospitality. Immigrants contribute to sectors like homebuilding, retail, and medical support, and Vancouver's diverse business community includes many immigrant-owned enterprises. Fourth Plain, one of the city's most culturally rich corridors, is home to dozens of minority- and immigrant-owned businesses. Even in an immigrant-supportive city, legal hurdles can arise. Our firm provides strategic immigration representation to help clients achieve their long-term goals.

Our Vancouver immigration attorneys assist with:

• Adjustment of Status - Lawful immigrants already present in the U.S. may be eligible to apply for a green card without returning to their home country. Adjustment of status allows them to remain in Vancouver while their residency application is processed.
• Advance Parole - If you have a pending adjustment of status application, you may need travel authorization from USCIS to leave the country and return legally. Without advance parole, you risk denial of reentry and losing your immigration status.
• Asylum - Vancouver has played a growing role in refugee resettlement across Washington. Individuals fleeing persecution based on race, religion, nationality, political opinion, or social group membership may qualify for asylum and, later, permanent residency.
• DACA (Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals) - Vancouver has a notable DACA recipient community, many of whom work in public service, education, or health care. This program protects eligible individuals from deportation while allowing them to work and study legally.
• Deportation Defense - While Washington enforces statewide sanctuary laws, deportation remains a serious concern for many individuals. Our firm represents clients in removal proceedings, helping them explore relief options such as asylum, waivers, or cancellation of removal.
• Fiancé(e) Visas - U.S. citizens can apply 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 - Vancouver's expanding economy attracts immigrants who seek 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 without leaving the country. Vancouver and Clark County are home to many military families and veterans.
• Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS) - Vancouver has strong youth support programs and legal aid services for immigrant minors. SIJS provides a path to permanent residency for minors who have suffered abuse, neglect, or abandonment.
• United States Citizenship - Becoming a naturalized U.S. citizen provides benefits such as voting rights, federal employment eligibility, and the ability to sponsor family members. We help clients complete the citizenship application, interview, and testing process.
• U Visa & VAWA - Immigrants who have been victims of domestic violence or serious crimes may qualify for legal protection under the U Visa program or the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA). These programs allow survivors to obtain legal status independently.
• Work Permits - Vancouver's strong job market provides many employment opportunities for immigrants. We assist with work permit applications and renewals, ensuring clients remain legally employed while their immigration case is pending.