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Category: LGBTQ+

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Key Highlights Same-sex couples who marry in a country or U.S. state that recognizes their union have the same U.S. immigration rights as heterosexual couples. The process involves demonstrating a

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Key Highlights LGBTQ+ individuals have the same immigration rights as heterosexual couples in the U.S., including the right to sponsor a spouse for citizenship. The process for obtaining citizenship through

same-sex couple

Navigating U.S. immigration law can feel daunting, especially for LGBTQ+ individuals and families striving to build a life together. While significant legal strides have been made to recognize and protect

Navigating U.S. immigration law can be challenging, especially for families striving to reunite. While the immigration system aims to be straightforward, every family’s circumstances are unique. This uniqueness can create

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LGBTQ+ individuals have long migrated to the United States seeking safety, recognition, and belonging—but for much of U.S. immigration history, federal law actively excluded them. For decades, sexual orientation and

asylum based on sexual orientation

The United States has recognized asylum claims based upon sexual orientation since 1994. Asylum lawyers at Benach Pitney Reilly Immigration have been at the forefront of expanding opportunities for LGBTQ

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