I am considering hiring an attorney for a U.S. Visa case that is based in a certain country and claims to have worked with that country's embassy and consulates frequently. I cannot find them on the list the consulates provide of attorneys for US citizens. I'm highly curious about... Read more »
answered on Feb 26, 2023
While there is no official policy or procedure that indicates that U.S. consulates have specific reputations for lawyers or law firms, it is possible that certain lawyers or law firms may have a better relationship with a particular consulate or embassy due to their experience and reputation for... Read more »
We did not indicate on the petition whether the beneficiary intends to apply for an immigrant visa abroad
at a U.S. Embassy or a U.S. Consulate or will apply for adjustment of status in the United States. Can you help us with next steps and what or who can complete the I-485 and I-693 forms?
answered on Feb 25, 2023
Based on the notice you received, it appears that USCIS has approved your petition but needs additional information in order to determine whether the beneficiary will apply for an immigrant visa abroad or for adjustment of status in the United States. The best next action would be to review the... Read more »
The above petition has been approved. However, you did not indicate on the petition whether the beneficiary intends to apply for an immigrant visa abroad
at a U.S. Embassy or a U.S. Consulate or will apply for adjustment of status in the United States. Therefore, USCIS has retained the... Read more »
answered on Feb 25, 2023
Based on the notice you received, it appears that USCIS has approved your petition but needs additional information in order to determine whether the beneficiary will apply for an immigrant visa abroad or for adjustment of status in the United States. The best next action would be to review the... Read more »
The above petition has been approved. However, you did not indicate on the petition whether the beneficiary intends to apply for an immigrant visa abroad
at a U.S. Embassy or a U.S. Consulate or will apply for adjustment of status in the United States. Therefore, USCIS has retained the... Read more »
answered on Feb 25, 2023
Based on the notice you received, it appears that USCIS has approved your petition but needs additional information in order to determine whether the beneficiary will apply for an immigrant visa abroad or for adjustment of status in the United States. The best next action would be to review the... Read more »
He has always been legal on EAD document until 5 years ago he missed renewal of his EAD as well as an interview for the green card when he moved to a new address and hence he does not have any legal status right now except his green card application is freshly filed by one of his granddaughters who... Read more »
answered on Feb 23, 2023
If your grandpa has worked in the United States and paid Social Security taxes, he may be eligible for Social Security retirement benefits, regardless of his current immigration status. However, to be eligible for retirement benefits, he must have earned 40 Social Security credits, which is... Read more »
She came to USA legally 44 years ago and has been receiving social security retirement benefits after reaching full retirement age. She always maintained her legal immigration status and is now permanent resident (Green Card holder) but has not become US citizen as she can't speak English. Now... Read more »
answered on Feb 23, 2023
If your aunt is a lawful permanent resident (Green Card holder) who moves to Guatemala permanently and gives up her Green Card, she may still be able to receive her Social Security retirement benefits while living abroad, as long as she meets certain eligibility requirements.
To be eligible... Read more »
I am a permanent resident of the US. Currently I am being mobilized to Russian army based on new mobilization laws. If I don’t go there, I’ll be facing 10 years in prison. All my family lives there and I visit them every year. If I don’t go to this mobilization, then I will never be able to... Read more »
answered on Nov 8, 2022
Your Lawful Permanent Status will be jeopardized if you will be absent for longer than 181 days from the United States. If you stay abroad for over one year in Russia your LPR status will deemed abandoned and you will be denied entry.
There is a legal caveat: if you are not served the draft... Read more »
I have got my employment based green card a month back however now my current employer isn’t focused on my promotion and compensation change. I have come across a great opportunity and want to switch jobs, wanted to know is there anyway current employer can cause issues with my green card for... Read more »
answered on Oct 14, 2022
Once your permanent resident status was approved by USCIS you are expected to work in the sponsored position for a reasonable period of time.
The law does not set a specific amount of time that you must remain with the sponsoring employer.
I highly recommend that you should visit... Read more »
can we get married in this year or what happen if she extend for a second year and in the second year we get married and I'll apply for give her a temporally green card, which one is the best option?
how long takes the process?
what happen if she extend for a second year and... Read more »
answered on Oct 11, 2022
Congratulations on your decision to get married. Based on your initial questions your best option may be to get married and proceed with her adjustement of status petition in the United States. While her application is pending she will be eligible for a work permit. Transitioning from au pair... Read more »
I got my Permanent Green Card (10yrs) based on marriage. Unfortunately, I got divorced last year. Will that effect my Port of Entry while returning back to USA with my Green Card?
answered on Sep 16, 2022
If you have a 10 your card and your returning to the United States with an unexpired card, then you should not have any problem at all. Now if you have any criminal convictions then that would be a problem.
I have not completed any documents and was released very quickly from a detention center. They said this appointment is to determine if I am eligible to apply for asylum but the document with the appointment does not specify this. The information on the document is very vague.
answered on Aug 21, 2022
You will benefit from immediately discussing your personal ability to seek asylum in the US with an experienced immigration attorney as that area of law is notoriously difficult for neophytes.
I'm a US citizen, she's a Nigerian citizen
Dating 5 years online and considering an online marriage in Utah
We want to consummate our marriage and apply for a spousal visa
answered on Jul 17, 2022
A fiancée visa cannot be issued unless you and your significant other have physically met in person and have proof of that meeting within two years of applying for the K visa. The US immigration laws only allow for marriage to be conducted remotely in very limited circumstances. You should retain... Read more »
If so how long will that take?
answered on May 14, 2022
You can do whatever you want.
More information is needed if you are concerned with whether you will ever be approved for a visa in the future. Were/are you accused of a domestic violence? What are the facts? Did you go through any sort of court mandated classes? What is the maximum... Read more »
They are from another country..they are abusive to me in front of my son and husband ..if I let my spouse know I am leaving with my son and take my son to my mothers home can I get a restraining order if he threatens me? What about a good behavior warrant in GA?
answered on Mar 29, 2022
At this point, you both have equal custody of the child. He can also take the child. You may want to consult with an attorney who can review the facts of your case in detail and provide you with guidance.
I was born outside the U.S and became a citizen through the naturalization of my father in 2015. He got his citizenship before I turned 18. I'm currently 23. My parents aren't married but they've been together since I was born. I meet the derived citizenship test. I was planning to... Read more »
answered on Mar 14, 2022
If your parents were not married, you will need to show a court order acknowledging that your father is your biological father (known as "order of filiation") as well as an order that grants him legal and physical custody of you. It may be joint legal and physical custody with your mom... Read more »
answered on Feb 24, 2022
You can if you are older than 21 years of age.
Here is some information on how to sponsor siblings: https://www.uscis.gov/family/family-of-us-citizens/bringing-siblings-to-live-in-the-united-states-as-permanent-residents
Here is some information on how to sponsor parents:... Read more »
This is in regards to requesting for evidence for form I-485
answered on Feb 23, 2022
Yes. But you must submit other acceptable evidence relating to the facts of your birth, such as church or school records, hospital or medical records, personal affidavits, or similar evidence. Best wishes!
We want to get married in October of 2022
answered on Feb 11, 2022
Likely, a fiancé visa, but that may prove unlikely. You can marry her in Kenya, but if you want to marry her in the U.S., then a K-1 fiancé petition and visa must be approved.
It can prove extremely difficult to seek a non-immigrant visa if the purpose is to get married. If a person,... Read more »
I am a naturalize citizen. I am on food stamp and medicaid and I am also going to college and receiving financial aid. Will any of those things be a problem for me? I know the USCIS website said the medicaid and food stamp won't but I'm not sure if the financial aid will be a problem. My... Read more »
answered on Jan 19, 2022
As long as your husband meets the income requirements for a joint sponsor then your situation will not negatively affect your petition for your mom. Best wishes!
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