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is there anyway possible she can come back sooner than the 10 years are up. Please help
answered on Aug 1, 2016
She maybe able to come back sooner but more information is needed. If you would like a free consultation feel free to contact my office (323-803-7147).
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We both live in orange county .
answered on Aug 1, 2016
If he meets other requirements yes he can become a legal resident. We help a lot of LGBT immigrants through the Los Angeles LGBT community center every month, if you would like a free consultation to discuss this process feel free to contact my office (323-803-7147).
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We have paid for the priority service but it looks like there is no difference in this application as it's taking normal time. Please help
answered on Aug 1, 2016
What exactly do you mean by a spouse visa? there are a lot of different stages and forms, please be more specific. In the meantime you can check the processing time on the USCIS website.
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I have a first and graduate degree from an American University. I am a professional with 15 + years experience in the ICT industry. I am single and have no dependants at this time.
answered on Aug 1, 2016
You have to find an employer who is willing to sponsor your work visa. Talk to an immigration attorney in private to understand how this process works. If you would like a free consultation feel free to contact my office (323-803-7147).
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answered on Aug 1, 2016
If you do not have an EAD yet, it is not recommended.
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Me and wife are getting divorce. Everyone is ok with that, and we want it to be over asap.
We only filed in late July, so it wont be over till january or february.
Meanwhile, i found a good girl i want to marry, but shes in a foreign country.
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answered on Aug 1, 2016
It is only a recommendation not a necessity, a lot of the people get K visas without visiting each other, please contact an immigration attorney in private to discuss this matter in much more detail. If you would like a free consultation feel free to contact my office (323-803-7147).
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If the 19 year old that is not a US citizen and have 4 speeding tickets and 1 warrant out of town for not showing up to court for a speeding ticket, and recently got arrested for "kidnapping-forcibly, false Imprisonment, Assult domestic violence, and also was charged with Commiting crimes that... View More
answered on Aug 1, 2016
If the 19 year old came into the country without a valid permit and does not have an immigration attorney yet, the chances of deportation are very high. It is best to contact an immigration attorney as soon as possible. If you would like a free consultation feel free to contact my office... View More
I was worried if I would qualify and about the cap on the visas
answered on Aug 1, 2016
There are a lot of different types of work visas, plus you can not just get a work visa on your own, your employer has to sponsor you for your work visa. Depending on where you work your visa may be subject to cap. A good first step in this process would be to talk to your employer's... View More
answered on Jul 27, 2016
Depends on why he was taken in custody.
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On January 2016 she tried to cross the border and they told her the visa had been cancelled,they told her she needed to reapply for a new one, she went to tijuana consulate and they told her she needed a panel physician, so she went to Juarez to have it done that was on 7/13/16, what are the... View More
answered on Jul 27, 2016
All alcohol/drug related convictions are taken seriously by the CBP, just hope that she passes all the tests and medicals, she might also need to practice her answers with an immigration attorney to increase the chances of approval. If you would like a free consultation feel free to contact my... View More
he is due for his citizenship application and we recentlyn just got married
answered on Jul 27, 2016
That is fine, however if you already have legal immigration status it would be better to apply for your green card after your husband becomes a U.S. citizen as the processing time for that is only 6 to 8 months. If you would like a free consultation feel free to contact my office (323-803-7147).... View More
answered on Jul 27, 2016
Your divorce has little to no effect on his citizenship. Even if he obtained citizenship through you, the divorce will have no impact on his citizenship status. If you would like a free consultation feel free to contact my office (323-803-7147).
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answered on Jul 27, 2016
You have 60 days to leave the U.S if you are not attending school, the same applies for changing school as well. If you would like a free consultation feel free to contact my office (323-803-7147).
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I currently have the DACA Permit and married to a US citizen and looking to join the army, will my green card be processed quicker since I have the biometrics and half of the documents I need ?
answered on Jul 27, 2016
It will not be faster than someone who does not have DACA, you will still be required to go through the procedures everyone else goes through. If you would like a free consultation feel free to contact my office (323-803-7147).
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i research the documents, but my cuestion is, can single status affidavit work for me
answered on Jul 27, 2016
What is "non exixtin" marriage? Your question is not very clear for us to answer, please consider talking to an immigration attorney over the phone or via email regarding your issues. If you would like a free consultation feel free to contact my office (323-803-7147).
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answered on Jul 27, 2016
If your question is whether or not you can get a green card since you have TPS, the answer is no. TPS does not lead to residency, and you being in the U.S. also does not give the right to get residency. Please talk to an immigration attorney in private to find out if there are other ways you could... View More
answered on Jul 27, 2016
No, you can not apply for EAD card with B1 visa. It is a tourist visa given for visiting the U.S not working in the U.S. If you would like to work you need to get an employment visa. Talk to an immigration attorney in private. If you would like a free consultation feel free to contact my office... View More
I was married for 4 yrs and started the change of status, my wife and I moved to another state and inform our lawyer of the change of address but apparently it was not pass on to ISCIS and I missed a hearing; which led to my deportation. My wife have since then divorce, stating she cannot handle... View More
answered on Jul 27, 2016
There may be an option to get you a waiver, please consult with an immigration attorney in private regarding this situation. If you would like a free consultation feel free to contact my office (323-803-7147).
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I am on OPT right now, I married to green card holder and then she filed I-130(priority date is 31st december) for me and about a month ago it was approved and now my case is at NVC. when should I apply for the Adjustment of Status?
answered on Jul 27, 2016
It depends on which country you are from, check the visa bulletin to find out your priority date or talk to an immigration attorney in private to help you with the AOS process. If you would like a free consultation feel free to contact my office (323-803-7147).
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F1 student already in the us,my sister is a us citizen
answered on Jul 27, 2016
Hello your sister might have to naturalize first before sponsoring your green card. The processing time can be found on the USCIS site, check the visa bulletin for the priority dates. If you would like a free consultation feel free to contact my office (323-803-7147).
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