Navigating Borders: Conversations with an Immigration Specialist

For so many reasons, it becomes important for people to find a better standard of living outside their comfort zone. This transition can be tasking, and it requires a lot of knowledge to avoid being victims of the system. In this episode, Immigration expert, Diana Stevens, shares her deep insight into the immigration service, its laws and flaws, and how immigrants can actualize their dreams with the right information.

 

About Guest

Diana Stevens is a global immigration consultant and COO of Immi-jet. She works with individuals and families seeking adjustment of status and citizenship. With her experience as an immigrant, she is passionate about helping individuals and families achieve their goals of working in the United States. She has a background in journalism and education and above all, an amazing personality.

 

Topic Discussed

• (02:42) Diana’s transition from Journalism to Education and now Immigration
• (04:36) Misconceptions about Immigration law
• (07:39) Diana gives an insight into her practice and general myths about Immigration.
• (11:22) Effect of Immigration policies on individuals
• (20:54) Immigrants’ challenges during the Immigration process
• (22:33) Practical ways to have a successful Immigration service.
• (27:35) Covid 19 influence on the Immigration process
• (32:42) Diana shared some options available for family-based Immigration.
• (35:15) Diana talks about the intricacies of employment-based Immigration.
• (38:10) Challenges faced by refugees and asylum seekers.
• (42:19) Resources available to assist asylum seekers in their Immigration journey.
• (45:43) Diana shares some of her Immigration success stories.
• (57:25) Diana speaks on her desired legacy.

Notable Quotes 

• (3:06) “The battle really starts with knowledge.”
• (16:49) “Every culture is different and should be treated as such, should be respectful.”
• (29:44) “If you have a skill, if you've been doing something for 10 years and you are like, you know what, I would like to try doing that in America right, there is a pathway for you”
• (36:47) “It's really important that when an employer is putting in your petition, they are keeping on top of things, they are filing in a timely manner.”
• (45:14) “There is so much misinformation out there, that you have to do your due diligence because, in the end, you are the person it affects.”
• (47:13) “When you are able to help people strategize and navigate their path within this country, it's constantly rewarding”
• (53:14) “This is not about the amount of money I make, it's the vision you have for your family and that's what my mother taught me and if you don't have a plan to execute that vision, it's going to be a rough road you travel”

Links Mentioned

• Visit USCIS to access immigration service resources
• Contact the Immi-jet office at -5613173380
• To get immigration services, visit immi-jet.