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An immigration lawyer helps with visas, green cards, citizenship and work permits, and defends people facing deportation. Immigration law is federal, so the forms and deadlines matter as much as the facts.

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Applying for Asylum from Texas

Asylum is governed by federal law but cases are heard in the immigration court closest to where the applicant lives. Houston, Dallas, San Antonio, El Paso, Harlingen, Laredo, Pearsall, Port Isabel Immigration Courts. Largest asylum docket of any state.

Cancellation of Removal in Texas

Texas immigrants in removal proceedings may qualify for cancellation of removal — relief that allows long-term residents (LPRs and certain non-LPRs) to avoid deportation and obtain green cards.

U.S. Citizenship and Naturalization from Texas

Naturalization is governed by federal immigration law. Texas applicants attend interviews at the local USCIS field office. Houston, Dallas, San Antonio, Austin, El Paso, McAllen Field Offices.

DACA + Dreamers in Texas

Texas DACA (Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals) provides 2-year deferred action + work authorization for eligible Dreamers — but program faces ongoing legal challenges + limited to current recipients (no new applicants since 2021).

Deportation Defense in Texas

Deportation ("removal") proceedings are governed by federal law, but the immigration court that hears your case is determined by where you live or are detained. Houston, Dallas, San Antonio, El Paso ERO Field Offices; massive detention infrastructure (Pearsall, Port Isabel, El Paso, Karnes, Laredo, Houston).

EB-5 Investor Visa in Texas

Texas EB-5 investor visa requires $1.05M (or $800K in TEA) investment creating 10 full-time U.S. jobs — direct investment or through Regional Center. Reauthorized in 2022 with new integrity rules.

Employment-Based Green Cards in Texas

Texas employment-based green cards (EB-1, EB-2, EB-3) require employer sponsorship via PERM labor certification + immigrant petition + adjustment of status — country-specific backlogs significant.

F-1 Student Visa in Texas

Texas F-1 international students must maintain full-time enrollment, limit work to specific exceptions (CPT/OPT), keep I-20 valid, and apply for OPT before graduation for legal work authorization.

Green Card Process from Texas

Green-card (lawful permanent resident) processing is governed by federal immigration law, but applicants in Texas are interviewed at the local USCIS Field Office. Houston, Dallas, San Antonio, Austin, El Paso, McAllen Field Offices.

H-1B Specialty-Occupation Visa in Texas

Texas employers + foreign workers use H-1B visas for specialty occupations — capped at 85,000/year, lottery-allocated, valid 3+3 years, with path to green card via PERM.

K-1 Fiancé(e) Visa in Texas

Texas K-1 fiancé(e) visa allows foreign fiancé to enter US for 90 days to marry US citizen — must marry within 90 days, then apply for adjustment of status to green card.

Temporary Protected Status (TPS) in Texas

Texas immigrants from designated countries can apply for Temporary Protected Status (TPS) — temporary protection from removal + work authorization, but program subject to ongoing political + legal challenges.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need an immigration lawyer?

Not always, but a mistake on a form or a missed deadline can cause long delays or a denial. A lawyer is strongly recommended if you're facing removal or have any past immigration issues.

Can an immigration lawyer in Houston, TX help with a case in another state?

Yes — immigration law is federal, so a lawyer licensed in any state can handle most immigration matters.

What should I bring to a consultation?

Your passport, any visas, I-94 records, prior applications or notices, and any court or immigration paperwork you've received.

How many immigration lawyers are listed in Houston, TX?

There are currently 49 immigration lawyers listed in Houston, TX on CGMIMM.

Immigration Lawyers in Houston, TX

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Lincoln-Goldfinch Law - Abogados de Inmigración

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Bailey & Galyen Injury & Accident Attorneys

Ricardo N. Gonzalez & Associates

Abogado Inmigracion Houston Varela Law

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