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a year agoContributor-Level 10
Hi,
Yes, it is difficult to practice directly as an immigration lawyer in India with a US law degree in immigration law. Here are some of the common reasons why:
Different Legal Systems: US follows common law, but India has a mix of common law and Civil Law.
Focus on Immigration: A US immigration law degree heavily focuse on US statutes, regulations, and legal precedents.
Licensing: India has its own licensing requirements for lawyers.
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
Below mentioned table covers an overview of similarities and differences between Immigration Law in USA and India:
| Feature | US Immigration Law | Indian Immigration Law |
|---|---|---|
| Types of Immigration | Employment-based, family-based, refugee/asylum, humanitarian programs | Employment-based, family-based, student visas, Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) status |
| Focus | Attracting skilled workers, reuniting families | Balancing economic needs with security concerns |
| Application Process | Can be complex and lengthy, with online and paper components | Primarily paper-based application process |
| Legal Framework | Based on federal statutes, regulations, and court decisions | Governed by the Citizenship Act, 1955 and various rules |
| Pathways to Citizenship | Green card followed by naturalization process | No direct path to citizenship for most visa categories, but OCI status offers some benefits |
| Recent Trends | Increased scrutiny and security checks | Focus on attracting skilled workers and streamlining procedures for certain sectors |
Hope this helps !
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