Immigration Services
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Updates
Check Immigrants' Rights under a Trump Presidency at
http://www.maldef.org/news/releases/2016_11_14_Immigrant_Rights_FAQs_Under_A_Trump_Presidency/
Stay current with DACA status; apply now or renew if you are eligible (call 361-884-0651 etx. 228 or 240 for more information).
If you have immigration questions, seek assistance from a reputable immigration lawyer; avoid notario scams. -
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Cindy & Mike Boudloche,
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Established in 1985, the Immigration Services Department was one of the first non-profit organizations in the region to provide legal services and representation to the immigrant community, and it continues to be the only agency in the region recognized by the Board of Immigration Appeals to provide a broad range of immigration services to immigrants and their families throughout all 12 counties within the Diocese of Corpus Christi.
Since its inception, the mission of the Immigration Services Department has been to provide the highest quality legal services, education, and representation to the region's immigrant community and to provide these services with compassion and in a manner that ensures and respects the dignity of every person. By providing these low-cost services, the Department seeks to reunite families and empower members of the immigrant community to be self-sufficient and active members of the greater community.
The Department is designed to assist and guide clients through the immigration process in an effective and professionally caring manner. The Department advocates for and helps all qualified persons in the following areas:- Family-based immigration petitions
- Adjustment of Status
- Removal of Conditions
- Refugee/Cuban Adjustment
- Naturalization/Citizenship
- Renewal/Replacement of Legal Permanent Resident Cards ("Green Cards")
- Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for nationals of certain countries suffering from natural disasters
- Petitions under the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) - legal relief for victims of domestic violence and other crimes
- Consular processing for immigrant visas
- Document translation
- U-Visa processing for victims of violent crimes
- Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals
Consultation and Client Fees:
Appointments may be made by calling ( 361) 884-0651. Walk-in consultations are available each Thursday beginning at 9:00 AM at our physical location at:
Catholic Charities of Corpus Christi, Inc.
615 Oliver Ct.
Corpus Christi, Texas 78408
A $25.00 consultation fee is charged per consultation. This fee includes a review for client eligibility and a discussion of "next steps" for the processing of the case. Before opening a case, each person is required to come in for an initial consultation.
Agency fees to proceed with a case will vary depending on type of specific service needed.
Please Note: Agency fees are separate from those established by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services and Department of State for the filing of petitions and/or applications.
Recognition/Accreditation:
The Immigration Services Department is recognized by the United States Board of Immigration Appeals. Attorneys and BIA accredited representatives are authorized to provide legal counsel to immigrants on their eligibility for immigration benefits under current immigration law.
Affiliation:
The Immigration Services Department is an affiliate member of the Catholic Legal Immigration Network, Inc.
Links:- United States Citizenship & Immigration Services
- Catholic Legal Immigration Network, Inc.
- Department of State Visa Home
- US Visa Resource
Refugee Resettlement:
In conjunction with the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops, the Department helps individuals and families who are escaping death and persecution in their country of origin to resettle in the United States.
Specifically, the Departments help these individuals and families with cash assistance, housing, employment, language, and acculturation assistance.
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