Sanford's historic downtown, the Seminole County Courthouse, and the Orlando Sanford International Airport make this a hub for Seminole County residents handling immigration matters. We have served Sanford families since 1996 from our Orlando office, a short drive south on I-4 or 17/92.
Why Sanford clients choose our firm
Sanford is the county seat of Seminole County and home to a diverse mix of long-time Florida families, recent arrivals from Latin America, and Caribbean communities. Many of our Sanford clients are Haitian, Venezuelan, and Puerto Rican residents working in healthcare, hospitality, and small businesses along Highway 17/92 and French Avenue.
Common Sanford cases include family-based green cards, removal of conditions on a 2-year green card (I-751), naturalization (N-400), and TPS-related questions for Venezuelan and Haitian nationals. Sanford International Airport also brings cases involving travelers, returning lawful permanent residents, and admissibility issues at secondary inspection.
Our office is in downtown Orlando, about 25 minutes south on I-4 or US-17/92. The Orlando Immigration Court handles any removal proceedings for Seminole County residents. We work in English and Spanish.
A clear process, from first call to final approval
Free consultation
We listen, evaluate eligibility, and tell you honestly whether we can help and what it will cost.
Strategy & quote
You receive a written strategy and flat fee — no hourly surprises.
Filing & advocacy
We prepare every form and represent you at USCIS interviews and in court.
Outcome & beyond
We help with renewals, family sponsorship, and the path to U.S. citizenship.
What clients say
Mr. Gustavo Vargas was my lawyer twice, years ago for my immigration process and now for my husband's. He is extremely Professional and knowledgeable about the entire process. Both times it was a success story! Highly recommended. Thank you so much.alba inacio
A great service and organisation. He explained the process many times and provided detailed instructions every step of the way. When an issue occurred in the process (and through Covid) Mr Vargas clearly detailed what needed to be done and how.Ian Collins
Great service and I'm glad I paid my money to have his guidance.
Gustavo Z. Vargas, Esq.
Gustavo Vargas is Florida Board Certified in Immigration and Nationality Law and has practiced exclusively in immigration since 1996. Born in Lima, Peru, he speaks fluent Spanish.
He has represented clients before USCIS, the Orlando Immigration Court, the Board of Immigration Appeals, and the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit. He earned his J.D. at Florida State University in 1992.
Common questions from Sanford clients
I have a 2-year conditional green card — what do I do at the 2-year mark?
You must file Form I-751 (Petition to Remove Conditions on Residence) in the 90-day window before your conditional green card expires. Missing this deadline can result in termination of status and removal proceedings. The petition is typically filed jointly with your spouse, but waivers are available if the marriage ended in divorce, abuse, or extreme hardship.
I returned through Sanford airport and was sent to secondary inspection — what now?
Secondary inspection at Orlando Sanford International (SFB) usually involves additional questioning, sometimes a Form I-867A sworn statement, and occasionally an order of expedited removal or referral for further proceedings. If you were given any documents (Notice to Appear, refusal of admission, etc.), bring them to a consultation immediately — these often have short response windows.
Do you handle TPS for Venezuelan and Haitian nationals?
Yes. We handle Temporary Protected Status (TPS) registration and re-registration for designated countries including Venezuela and Haiti, and we advise on what TPS does and does not do (it provides work authorization and protection from removal but does not directly lead to a green card). When other paths are available — family-based, asylum, U-visa — we identify them.
What if I missed an immigration court hearing?
You likely have an in absentia removal order. Motions to reopen are available within limited windows (typically 180 days for exceptional circumstances or anytime for lack of proper notice or ineffective assistance of prior counsel). Time is critical — call us as soon as you realize what happened.
Do you handle deportation cases?
Yes — deportation defense is a core practice area. Visit our deportation defense page for details on our approach, or call (407) 835-1009 if you have a time-sensitive matter.
Ready to talk about your case?
Free 30-minute consultation. No obligation. Confidential. Available in English or Spanish.
Visit our Orlando office
545 Delaney Ave, Building 4
Orlando, FL 32801
(407) 835-1009
info@immlawcenter.com
Mon–Fri 9am–5pm. 2 miles from the Orlando Immigration Court.
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