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Green cards, visas, and more: What every prospective immigrant to the U.S. needs to know . An info-packed guide that covers both eligibility for U.S. visas and green cards and the practical requirements for obtaining them. . Readers will learn how the U.S. immigration system really works and whether they qualify for either a green card based on family or work, a temporary visa such as for study, work, or a cultural exchange, or another program or remedy, such as asylum or DACA. . Useful for both would-be immigrants and those who assist them.



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Ilona Bray J.D.

Ilona Bray, J.D. is an award-winning author and legal editor at Nolo, specializing in real estate, immigration law, and nonprofit fundraising. Many of her books are consistent Nolo bestsellers and award-winners. Ms. Bray 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, writing children's stories, and gardening.Bray also blogs on Nolo.com on topics such as nonprofit fundraising, real estate, and immigration matters. She's the winner of NAREE's 2012 "Best Blog" award.



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