No. You must file the I-751, with or without your husband. The fact that you allowed the two years to expire means that you can be placed in removal proceedings for failing to file the I-751.

Filing a self petition based upon divorce based upon irreconcilable differences may be the better... View More

You ought to also consult with your DSO before you make any decision. They also decide whether you violate the terms of your F1. Nevertheless, active self-employment may include researching companies that issue stock for your own personal financial gain.

That means that any remuneration... View More

More information is needed. A decision for advanced permission to re-apply is discretionary. It is also possible that you may also need a waiver, where you were ordered removed for an offense that makes you inadmissible. How are you going to be petitioned? Who, if anyone, will petition you?... View More

One of the worst ways to end an engagement is to indefinitely disqualify yourself for lawful immigration. Affirmatively lying to the US government is a problem.

The information provided by these two attorneys is consistent. However, getting into a mess as a result can prove heartbreaking.... View More

I agree, but filing for a reentry permit, requires you to be present in the United States. The processing time for a reentry permit can take a long time, perhaps, up to a year, maybe longer.

It is for this reason that you should consider all of your options, including shorter stays in... View More

There are limited mechanisms to handle these situations. The best remedy is to be a good guest. Obviously, things sometimes do not work out. However, you are entitled to file for an employment authorization card.

In addition, you should seek the assistance of a not for profit, community... View More

The U.S. has a visa quota system based upon the date of filing. This means that, even if approved, an applicant will have to wait many years before they can lawfully immigrate to the United States on a fourth preference visa.

The family based fourth preference category includes the sisters... View More

Health care providers should not ask for immigration status information, nor make such inquiries! Citing the NILC, below:

"Under federal law, hospitals with emergency rooms must screen and treat people who need emergency medical services regardless of whether they have insurance, how... View More

No, a practicing polygamist is disqualified from seeking an immigrant visa. See 8 USC §1182(a)(10)(A).

Also, practicing polygamy is a crime. Therefore, a practicing polygamist and their spouses are also barred from admission in any non-immigrant visa status. That is, if it seems likely... View More

Again, you are obligated to truthfully answer the questions. It can be a misrepresentation of material fact to leave out any social media usernames. Your actions are being reviewed for a multitude of reasons.

You are under oath when you complete the form and to intentionally omit (leave... View More

The question requires all applicants to answers truthfully. All social media accounts are subject to review to determine whether someone is inadmissible based upon INA Section 212. A decision to cut off the inquiry by excluding accounts can demonstrate a violation of INA 212(a)(6)(C)(i) for... View More

It seems that no effort was made to update the USCIS, but there is likely a reason why the USCIS referred the matter to the Fraud Unit for investigation. I strongly recommend an appointment with a competent and experienced immigration attorney before there are any other complications. A finding... View More

Your children must not only be 21 years of age to petition, but also willing to petition you and be able to support you based upon the minimum level of income required based upon three years of tax returns.

Such actions may not necessarily take place unless they qualify and are willing to... View More

If she uses a B2 visa, when she intends to marry and immigrate, then this can result in complications for the admission, adjustment and/K1 visa. It may even effectively doom the engagement.

I strongly recommend an appointment or teleconference with a competent and experienced immigration,... View More

As long as it wants. It may make another decision depending upon how the decision is worded, which may require another appeal. Your only option, if an unacceptable delay takes place, is to file a writ of mandamus in Federal Court to demand a decision.

Yet, there may be other options, so... View More

The law creates complications. The law presumes that you have immigrant intent, so being approved for a visitor visa seems very questionable. There may be other reasons to deny the visa application.

I strongly recommend an teleconference or Zoom Meeting with a competent and experienced... View More

A non-immigrant visa waiver applicant at the airport who has immigrant intent should be denied admission as a matter of law. To better understand the legal process, I strongly recommend an appointment with a competent, ethical, and experienced immigration attorney before you take any further... View More

No. If you leave too soon, you can abandon your lawful permanent resident status, especially, if you never get the card in the first place. It can take a while for the card to arrive.

You need to establish yourself as a lawful permanent resident by living and working in the United States,... View More

Extensions of visitor visas may create concern on future trips to the U.S. If the extension is denied, then this can cause challenges during future visits or visitor visa renewals.

If you value your parents periodic visits, then you ought to avoid using them as baby sitters unless they are... View More

This seems like a complicated situation that must be described better before anyone can understand and answer.

First, how are you related to to the person with the immigration problem? Second, what, if anything, were they arrested and what exact offense(s) (law) were they arrested for,... View More