Your current state is Virginia
I got my greencard thru. marriage (married for 2 years now and have a baby). Recently, motion to reopen was denial (my deportation order). What is my next/best option?
Some advised me to do a joint motioin. some advised me to do a PD.
Thank you.

answered on Jan 28, 2023
If you are representing yourself at least you appreciate that you are doing something wrong. If you have representation, the discretion being used, that is, the advocacy and time spent to present the request seems to be ineffective or insufficient based upon the immigration judge's... Read more »
I came in the USA illegally by sea. After 4 years I was asked to leave however my wife filled for me but they still asked me to leave and I left 4 years ago.
Please let me know if I’m eligible to apply for Bidden new program.(humanitarian parole)
Thank you!

answered on Jan 28, 2023
Humanitarian parole is a discretionary form of immigration relief that is granted on a case-by-case basis to individuals who are otherwise ineligible for a visa or other forms of admission to the United States. To be eligible for humanitarian parole, an individual must demonstrate that there is a... Read more »
I have a sealed record from when I was under 18 and I am planning to travel to India for 2-3 months. This was originally a felony but got reduced to a misdemeanor and later sealed.
Also, Would I have to check the boxes that state criminal records? Because it is a sealed record?

answered on Jan 27, 2023
In general, if your criminal record has been sealed, it means that it is not accessible to the public, and it should not be considered when applying for most jobs, housing, or other opportunities. However, when it comes to international travel, the rules can be more complicated. It is possible that... Read more »

answered on Jan 27, 2023
If your Consular Report of Birth Abroad (CRBA) application has been pending for over a year, you may contact the U.S. Department of State's Office of Children's Issues at 1-888-407-4747 or via email at adoption@state.gov to inquire about the status of your application. If your application... Read more »
As a 20-year-old Christian, if I am at the age of 20 and the age of majority in Alabama is 19, then what would happen if I moved to Mississippi, in which the age of majority is 21? Will I turn back into a boy in that state?

answered on Jan 26, 2023
The age of majority is governed by the law of the state with the most significant relationship to the contract or transaction in question. Your place of residence at the time of the contract or transaction will be a meaningful contact in that analysis.

answered on Jan 26, 2023
Yes. An immigrant who entered the US lawfully can adjust status to get a green card after marriage to a US Citizen.
I have filed Form I-130 for my sister (and her 2 boys) to come from Argentina. I received the approval from USCIS. Can she and her boys come to the US and wait here while we get her I-485 approved?

answered on Jan 26, 2023
By filing the i130, they have demonstrated that they have immigrant intent. This would conflict with traveling her on a tourist visa which is only for non immigrant intent.

answered on Jan 25, 2023
A family law attorney that handles divorces. You may also wish to consult with an immigration attorney to determine the impact this divorce might have on your status, for example, if you are a conditional rather than permanent resident.
I filed I130 for my unmarried son back in 97 he was 15 yo. Once case was approved it was never transferred to NVC because he was supposed to go through AOS which never did and never lived in US. I naturalized US citizen officially 2012 as per my Naturalization certificate, then, a month later, my... Read more »

answered on Jan 25, 2023
You will want to notify NVC about both your naturalization and your son’s marriage, as his visa category has now changed to F3 (married child of a United States citizen) and depending on his priority date, a visa may/may not be available to him at this time. As long as he married AFTER you... Read more »
He served in Arizona, was released 2001. We have been together for 6 years 10 months, our baby is 15 months old. We want to get married and live here in California. He currently works for the IMSS (Mexican Institute of Social Security-Federal Medial Hospital) in Tecate Baja California.

answered on Jan 25, 2023
Depends on the amount of marijuana that he was caught with and exactly what he was convicted of. If he was convicted of possession for sale or something along those lines, this would constitute a drug trafficking conviction, which would make him permanently inadmissible to the United States.... Read more »
Hi I am a F1 visa status international student from Japan. My friend (he is an US citizen) asked me to be his co-founder for his company. I am scheduled to leave the States this year after graduation. I was wondering if I can be his co-founder and, if so, what are some regulations/processes I have... Read more »

answered on Jan 25, 2023
There are complicated immigration rules regarding volunteering, working, and passive investing on your F-1 visa. Your OPT might be useful if the work is related to your degree. Then there is the possibility of if a change of status to L-1, for example. Without assessing the specifics of your case... Read more »

answered on Jan 24, 2023
Your question does not contain enough information to provide you an answer. It appears you have a question about timing requirements when you miss an interview with USCIS. You should contact a local immigration attorney ASAP, if you missed an interview.
i need help to withdraw his i130 please we got separated since april 2022

answered on Jan 24, 2023
Does he have his 10 year card yet or just the conditional 2 year card?
I applied for naturalization based on living in United States for 5 years my wife refused to give me her prior divorce decree what should I do

answered on Jan 23, 2023
Because if your wife was previously married and didn’t get lawfully divorced, you and she aren’t married.
He is threatening to leave me homeless and threatening to go to his homeland and marry to bring someone from India to USA what should I do about this

answered on Jan 22, 2023
You should speak to a lawyer because it sounds like you have many complex questions and issues on the table here, including family law, and immigration law, and maybe even criminal issues.
I have an approved VAWA which I filed concurrently with I-485. I’m not sure whether to file a motion to terminate removal proceedings or file EORI-43B? Which of these will grant me a GreenCard? Thank you.

answered on Jan 20, 2023
It is impossible to know based on the information you provided, what the right steps would be in your case. If a VAWA petition has been approved, you should be able to adjust the status and terminate the 42b proceeding by way of motion but without having fully studied your case it's impossible... Read more »

answered on Jan 19, 2023
You may apply immediately. Submit all the documents USCIS requested. If you have a criminal history or other negative factors that may affect your naturalization application, make sure to consult with an immigration attorney.
Have been married 4 years, separated for 1 year and half. No kids. No property. If I purchase a home now,will she be entitled to anything with my new home? She is avoid service of divorce papers since last October. She is awaiting immigration status approval. The reason why she avoiding the service.

answered on Jan 20, 2023
In Florida, property acquired during a marriage is considered marital property, and is subject to equitable distribution during a divorce. This means that the court will divide the property in a fair and reasonable manner, taking into account factors such as the length of the marriage, each... Read more »
Have been married 4 years, separated for 1 year and half. No kids. No property. If I purchase a home now,will she be entitled to anything with my new home? She is avoid service of divorce papers since last October. She is awaiting immigration status approval. The reason why she avoiding the service.

answered on Jan 19, 2023
Maybe. There is no status called separation in Florida. You are either married, or you are not. You should review the matter with your family law attorney. You should also have a real estate attorney represent you in the purchase of the home.
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answered on Jan 19, 2023
Any arrest could impact your immigration I would not ride in the car with him under this set of facts,
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