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Who Is a US citizen at the time. Would I be eligible to be a US citizen automatically without going through the interview process? I read something about that?
answered on May 30, 2018
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You will still be required to pass the interview and meet the other requirements for naturalization. Talk to an immigration attorney about any other questions you might have.
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He applied for a B2 visa to go with me to visit family in US and was denied. So now we are considering just moving there.
answered on May 18, 2018
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Since you are a US citizen you can apply for a green card for your spouse from Uganda. Be mindful of the wait times, it might take anywhere from 6 months to 8 months sometimes more depending on the wait times with USCIS. I suggest you talk to an immigration attorney in private to... View More
Hi, i have a 2 year Green card ( through marriage), i filed the paperwork to take the conditions off and get a ten year Green card, i filed the papers 2 weeks before expiration date and now my Green card expired but i still didn't receive anything from immigration, also they still didn't... View More
answered on May 18, 2018
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I think you might not have been aware of the processing times for I-751 (Petition to Remove Conditions on Residence). Depending on which processing center your petition was filed to it might take anywhere from 12 weeks to 41 weeks for USCIS to make a decision on your petition. In... View More
answered on May 17, 2018
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It is advisable to have all your original documents when you attend a citizenship interview. If your country has an embassy in the U.S you can contact them and find out if you can get a replacement passport. I suggest you contact an immigration attorney before your interview to make... View More
My son is 15 years old and resides with his mother and his Jamaican born illegal alien stepfather.
answered on May 10, 2018
This question does not belong in the immigration category. You should try to contact an attorney who practices family law. They will be able to give you an answer.
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answered on May 10, 2018
If you are asking about getting a stamping after the H4 is approved, then yes it is okay to travel outside the US. But if you plan on traveling outside while it is still pending, it is not recommended.
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Also have an open DCFS caes my 11 month baby she in foster care my next prejury court date
may 29 2018 i did had a lawyer ive was paying her in paymens last month she quit on me with no notice last month during court hearing
Plus 2 month ago my old immigration lawyertold me not to... View More
answered on May 10, 2018
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Reach out to an immigration attorney in private and talk about the possibility of re-opening your deportation order. An experienced immigration attorney can help you. Many attorneys including me offer free consultations, talk to one today.
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Affair about 2 years ago an with that came a baby. Will i have any parental rights on that baby as well?
answered on May 9, 2018
If you already have a green card you will not have problems with your green card. If you have a conditional green card you can file a petition with USCIS to remove conditions on your green card. An experienced immigration attorney will be able to help you with this process. I suggest you talk to an... View More
I'm an Australian national currently living in Mexico as a legal resident. I'm planning on returning home to Australia in the near future. However a few years ago I entered the US on the VWP and due to a severe injury suffered while there I was forced to stay around 3 months past my... View More
answered on May 9, 2018
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If you plan on entering the US on land via Mexico, you will be stopped at the border and be asked to present proof of legal status to enter the U.S. I would suggest you talk to an immigration attorney to either conduct an immigration legal analysis for you or apply for a tourist... View More
I have less than a month until my medical and interview but only realized since lately that she was not on it..
answered on May 9, 2018
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More information is needed. When you say you are being filled by your stepfather, what is the filling? There are ways you can add your baby to an existing petition with the USCIS and it depends on what kind of petition it is. Talk to an attorney in private.
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Hello I am a US citizen that wants to petition my wife for residency. My wife is currently a DACA recipient with a US citizen child and no prior criminal history that came to the US at 4 years of age. Do we need an attorney to present us and what are the chances of her getting penalized for being... View More
answered on May 9, 2018
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It is better to have an attorney help you in this situation. She will not get penalized for illegal entry, she could get a waiver for that. Since you are a U.S. citizen the process of obtaining a green card should also be very quick. So talk to an attorney as soon as you can to get... View More
answered on May 4, 2018
Congrats on getting your asylum and your green card!
You will soon be eligible to apply for citizenship since you are nearing the 5-year mark. I suggest you talk to an immigration attorney to make sure you meet all the other requirements and have the necessary documentation to apply for... View More
answered on May 4, 2018
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There are several "business" visas available. What kind of visa is suitable for your friend depends on the type of business and the amount of money he/she will invest in that business. Talk to an immigration attorney or have your friend talk to an immigration attorney in... View More
answered on May 4, 2018
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More information is needed to answer this question. Is the person already in the U.S? Do they have a valid work permit card? If you are planning on hiring someone from abroad you should sponsor their visa and create an employer-employee relationship. I suggest you talk to an... View More
answered on May 4, 2018
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In order for immigrants to be able to work legally in the United States, they should have a valid work permit card also known as an EAD card. Some college students will get an EAD card at the end of their course, you will not have any issues hiring that student to work for you if... View More
I got my license through a work permit that I signed up for. Will this change that at all?
answered on Aug 29, 2016
Suspension from what? Work? School? More information is needed to answer this question. Talk to an immigration attorney in private regarding this situation.
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I am on TPS status, and I wanna be able to travel outside the US without having travel documents, but without going back to my original country. so would it be possible to apply for F1 fisa while I'm in the US now.
answered on Aug 29, 2016
You will need a visa stamp on your passport if you would like to travel internationally. The stamping can be done in any US embassy outside the U.S. Talk to an immigration attorney in private to get started with this procedure.
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answered on Aug 29, 2016
Yes you may be able to apply and get an advance parole. Talk to an immigration attorney to help you with this process. If you would like a free consultation contact my office.
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In 2013 he was falsely arrested and was on an ice hold immigration released pending court he received extensions to get legal help on three occasions well he was arrested 2 days ago and does that mean he is going to get deported we have been married over 10 years and no children he was brought to... View More
answered on Aug 29, 2016
Immediately talk to an immigration attorney, whether or not he will get deported depends on what the nature of the offense was, in other words what led to his arrest. If you would like a free consultation contact my office.
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He has a B1 visa and he is from Mexico
answered on Aug 29, 2016
Did you both get married after he came here or were you married before? Talk to an immigration attorney in private regarding this situation. All the best.
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